Chevrolet Avalanche 2009 Get To Know Manual

Congratulations on your purchase of a Chevrolet Avalanche. Please read this information about your vehicle’s features and your Owner Manual to ensure an outstanding ownership experience. Note that your vehicle may not include all the features described in this booklet. Keep this booklet with your Owner Manual for easy reference.

DRIVER INFORMATION

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . .3

Driver Information Center . . . . . .4

SAFETY & SECURITY

Remote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . .6

OnStar

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

COMFORT

Power Seat Controls . . . . . . . . . . .7

Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Heated and Cooled Seats . . . . . . .7

Memory Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Adjustable Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Automatic Climate Controls . . . . .8

ENTERTAINMENT

Audio System Features . . . . . . . .9

Multiple-Disc CD Player . . . . . . .12

Navigation Infotainment System 12

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Rear Seat Audio and DVD Rear Seat Entertainment

Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Audio Steering Wheel Controls .14 Bluetooth

System . . . . . . . . . . .14

CONVENIENCE

Automatic Dimming Rearview

Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . .15

Power Running Boards . . . . . . .15

Auto Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Rainsense™ II Windshield

Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Heated Windshield Washer

Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Automatic Headlamp System

and Interior Lamps . . . . . . . . . . .17

Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist .18

Rear Vision Camera . . . . . . . . . .18

Universal Home Remote . . . . . . .19

Folding the Rear Seats . . . . . . . .19

Lowering the Midgate™ . . . . . . .19

Rear Window Removal and

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

PERFORMANCE & MAINTENANCE

StabiliTrak®– Stability Control

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . .22

Reset the Engine Oil Life

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Refueling the Vehicle . . . . . . . . .23

Maximizing Fuel Economy . . . . .23

OWNER INFORMATION

Roadside Assistance . . . . . . . . .24

My GMLink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Getting to Know Your Avalanche

The main features of the instrument panel include:

A. Air Outlets B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever C. Instrument Panel Cluster D. Shift Lever E. Daytime Running Lamp Sensor F. Tow/Haul Selector Button (if equipped) G. Driver Information Center Controls H. Audio System/Navigation System

(if equipped)

I. Exterior Lamps Control

See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

DRIVER INFORMATION

Instrument Panel

A B C D E F H

I J K L M

N O P Q R

J. Dome Lamp Override Button/Fog

Lamp Switch/Instrument Panel

Brightness Knob K. Automatic Transfer Case Control L. Cruise Control Buttons M. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever N. Horn O. Audio Steering Wheel Controls P. Climate Controls Q. Accessory Power Outlets R. StabiliTrak Button (if equipped) S. Glove Box

Your vehicle’s instrument panel is equipped with this cluster or one very similar to it. The instrument panel cluster includes these key features:

A. Oil Pressure Gauge B. Fuel Gauge C. Driver Information Center/Odometer D. Tachometer E. Speedometer F. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge G. Voltmeter* H. StabiliTrak Indicator Light I. Low Tire Pressure Warning Light J. Security Light K. Brake System Warning Light L. Check Engine Light M. Oil Pressure Light

N. Charging System Light O. Airbag Readiness Light P. Antilock Brake System Warning Light Q. Safety Belt Reminder Light

*The charging system is designed to regulate voltage output to help improve fuel economy and extend battery life. Normal system operation readings may fluctuate based on vehicle operation, including the number of electrical accessories being operated and engine speed.

See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Note: The instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know about many important aspects of your vehicle’s operation. It is important to read your Owner Manual and become familiar with the information being relayed to you by the lights, gauges and indicators, as well as what action can be taken to ensure safety and to prevent damage.

Instrument Panel Cluster

A B C D E F

H I J K L M N O P Q

Getting to Know Your Avalanche

Driver Information Center

Your vehicle’s Driver Information Center (DIC) provides vehicle information, vehicle warning messages and vehicle feature customization. The DIC messages will be shown on your instrument panel cluster display. To operate the DIC, the ignition switch must be on.

DIC Buttons

The DIC buttons are located on the right side of the instrument panel cluster.

(Trip/Fuel): Press this button to

display the compass, outside temperature, odometer, trip odometer, fuel range, average economy, fuel used, timer, transmission temperature, instantaneous economy (if equipped) and Active Fuel Management

™

indicator

(if equipped).

(Vehicle Information): Press

this button to display the oil life, English/Metric units, tire pressure and tire pressure system programming (if equipped), engine hours and Remote Keyless Entry programming.

(Customization): Press this button

to customize certain vehicle features to your preference.

(Set/Reset): Press this button to set or reset certain vehicle functions as well as acknowledge DIC messages.

Customization Features

To customize features:

1. With the vehicle in Park, turn on the

ignition.

2. Press the (Customization) button

to display available customization features.

3. With the desired customization

feature displayed, press the (Set/Reset) button to access the feature settings.

4. Press the button to scroll through

the available settings.

5. With the desired setting displayed,

press the button to select it.

6. To exit the Feature Settings menu,

press the button until EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS is displayed and then press the button, or press the button or the button.

Customization features include:

• Display Language — DIC information can be displayed in several languages

• Auto Door Lock — Automatically locks the vehicle doors

• Auto Door Unlock — Automatically unlocks the vehicle doors

• Remote Door Lock — Type of feedback from Remote Keyless Entry locking

• Remote Door Unlock — Type of feedback from Remote Keyless Entry unlocking

• Delay Door Lock — Delays locking doors after exiting

• Exit Lighting — Amount of time the exterior lamps remain on after exiting

• Approach Lighting — Exterior lamps turn on when using Remote Keyless Entry

• Chime Volume — Increases the volume level

• Park Tilt Mirrors (if equipped) — Automatically tilts down the outside mirrors when in Reverse

• Easy Exit Seat (if equipped) — Automatically moves back the driver’s seat when the key is removed from the ignition

• Memory Seat Recall (if equipped) — Automatically recalls the driver’s seat position when using Remote Keyless Entry

• Remote Start (if equipped) — Enables remote vehicle start

• Factory Settings — Sets all features to the factory default

• Exit Feature Settings

Compass Operation

To adjust for compass variance when traveling on a long-distance trip or to calibrate the compass, refer to your Owner Manual.

Warnings and Messages

The DIC provides a variety of vehicle messages (depending on optional equipment) as well as warnings if a problem is sensed in a vehicle system.

To acknowledge a message and clear it from the display, press any of the DIC buttons. Some urgent messages cannot be cleared from the DIC display.

If you have a current OnStar subscription and your Check Engine light or any other warning message appears, you can press the OnStar button and speak to an OnStar Advisor. In many vehicles, OnStar Advisors can access certain diagnostic information and can tell you how serious the problem is and what you should do about it.

See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Note: Your vehicle’s warnings and messages provide critical information that can prevent damage to your vehicle. Review your Owner Manual to become familiar with the information displayed and the action required.

Getting to Know Your Avalanche

The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter includes the following functions:

(Remote Vehicle Start)

(if equipped): If your vehicle has this feature, it can be used to start the engine (see Remote Vehicle Start).

(Lock): Press this button to lock all

the doors and the tailgate. If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the parking lamps will flash once and/or the horn will chirp to indicate locking has occurred.

(Unlock): Press this button to unlock

the driver’s door. If the button is pressed again within five seconds, all remaining doors and the tailgate will unlock. If enabled through the DIC, the parking lamps will flash once to indicate unlocking has occurred.

(Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm):

Press this button to locate your vehicle. The parking lamps will flash and the horn will sound three times.

Press and hold the button to activate the panic alarm. The parking lamps will flash and the horn will sound for 30 seconds. Press the button again or turn the ignition to Run to cancel the panic alarm.

See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

Your vehicle features the OnStar Safe & Sound Plan or the uplevel OnStar Directions & Connections Plan, with one year of OnStar service from the date you purchased your new vehicle. With the help of OnStar Advisors, who are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, OnStar offers a wide variety of safety and driver assistance capabilities, including the following services:

• Driving Directions with Turn-by-Turn Navigation

• Destination Download using your vehicle’s navigation system (if equipped)

• OnStar Vehicle Diagnostic e-mail

• Automatic Notification of Airbag Deployment

• Automatic Advanced Crash Notification

• Emergency Services

• Remote Door Unlock

• Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance

• Hands-Free Calling with 30 calling minutes

• Roadside Assistance

• Fuel Station Location

• Virtual Advisor, GPS-based Traffic & Weather

For Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance, call 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827).

Press the OnStar button for more details and to provide an OnStar Advisor with your license plate number and emergency contact information. For more information, refer to your OnStar Owner’s Guide or visit onstar.com.

See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

Remote Keyless Entry

SAFETY & SECURITY

OnStar®(if equipped)

The heated front seat controls are located on the front doors.

(Heated Seatback): Press the top

button to turn on the heated seatback.

(Heated Seat/Seatback): Press the

bottom button to turn on the heated seat and seatback.

Continue to press the desired button to cycle through the temperature settings of High (three indicator lights), Medium (two indicator lights), Low (one indicator light) and Off (all indicator lights are off).

See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

The power seat controls for the driver and front passenger are located on the outboard side of their seats.

Power Seat: Use the control (A) to move the seat forward/rearward and up/down as well as to raise/lower the front or rear of the seat cushion.

Power Recline (if equipped): Use the control (B) to recline/raise the seatback.

Power Lumbar (if equipped): Use the control (C) to increase/decrease lumbar support.

Manual Lumbar

(if equipped): The knob is located on the front of the driver’s seat lower cushion on the outboard side. Turn the knob forward to increase, and rearward to decrease, lumbar support.

See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

Power Seat Controls (if equipped)

COMFORT

Heated Seats (if equipped)

To operate the heated seats, the engine must be on. The heated seat operation turns off when the ignition is turned off.

Heated and Cooled Seats (if equipped)

The following heated and cooled front seat controls are located on the front doors:

(Heated Seat): Press the bottom

button to turn on the heated seat.

(Cooled Seat): Press the top button

to turn on the cooled seat. Continue to press the desired button to

cycle through the temperature settings of High (three indicator lights), Medium (two indicator lights), Low (one indicator light), and Off (no indicator lights).

See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

Getting to Know Your Avalanche

The memory buttons are located on the driver’s door. Settings can be programmed for the driver’s seat (the lumbar setting is saved only on vehicles equipped with cooled seats), outside mirrors and the adjustable pedals (if equipped) for two drivers.

To save memory settings:

1. Adjust the driver’s seat, outside mirrors and pedals to a comfortable position.

2. Press and hold button 1 or 2 until two beeps sound.

Repeat these steps for a second driver. To recall the settings, press memory

button 1 or 2 with the vehicle in Park. If the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter is used to enter the vehicle and the memory seat recall feature is on (see Customization Features), the settings will be recalled automatically.

Easy Exit Seat

The easy exit seat button is located between the two memory buttons. Press the (Easy Exit) button, with the vehicle in Park, to move the driver’s seat to the exit position.

If the easy exit seat feature is on (see Customization Features), automatic seat movement will occur when the key is removed from the ignition.

See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

The accelerator and brake pedals can be adjusted to a comfortable and safe operating position by using the switch located on the center console below the climate controls.

Press the top arrow on the switch to move the pedals away from you and the bottom arrow on the switch to move the pedals toward you.

The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in Reverse or when cruise control is activated.

See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

Memory Settings (if equipped) Adjustable Pedals (if equipped)

The automatic climate control system maintains the desired individual temperature for the driver and front seat passenger. The system adjusts the airflow mode, fan speed, air conditioning and recirculation functions to reach the set temperature(s) as quickly as possible.

Automatic Climate Controls (if equipped)

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