Chevrolet Colorado 2020, Colorad 2020 Owner's Manual

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Owner’s Manual

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Contents

Introduction . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . . 9

Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . 90

Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 133

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 141

Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223

Service and Maintenance . . . . . 314

Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330

Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 334

Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 344

OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348

Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . 356

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360

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Introduction

The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and COLORADO are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.

For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Company” for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual.

This manual describes features that may or may not be on the vehicle because of optional equipment that

Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 84354075 A First Printing

was not purchased on the vehicle, model variants, country specifications, features/applications that may not be available in your region, or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner’s manual.

If this vehicle has the Duramax diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for additional and specific information on this engine.

Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features.

Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.

Canadian Vehicle Owners

A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer, at www.helminc.com, or from:

Propriétaires Canadiens

On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante:

Helm, Incorporated Attention: Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth, MI 48170 USA

Using this Manual

To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found.

Danger, Warning, and Caution

Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.

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Danger

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Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death.

Warning

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Warning indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.

A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do Not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.”

Symbols

The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator.

M : Shown when the owner’s

Caution

Caution indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle damage.

manual has additional instructions or information.

* : Shown when the service

manual has additional instructions or information.

0 : Shown when there is more

information on another page — “see page.”

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Vehicle Symbol Chart

Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. See the features in this manual for information.

u : Air Conditioning System G : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil 9 : Airbag Readiness Light

! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) $ : Brake System Warning Light

9 : Dispose of Used Components

Properly

P : Do Not Apply High Pressure

Water

B : Engine Coolant Temperature g : First Responder _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited H : Flammable [ : Forward Collision Alert R : Fuse Block Cover Lock

Location

+ : Fuses

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_ : High Voltage

V : Vehicle Ahead Indicator

j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child

Restraints

Q : Keep Fuse Block Covers

Properly Installed

| : Lane Change Alert @ : Lane Departure Warning A : Lane Keep Assist

* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure

X : Park Assist

~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator

O : Power

7 : Rear Cross Traffic Alert

I : Registered Technician

/ : Remote Vehicle Start

> : Seat Belt Reminders

I : Side Blind Zone Alert

7 : Tire Pressure Monitor

d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak/

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

a : Under Pressure

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Instrument Panel Overview

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1. Air Vents 0 139.

2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn

and Lane-Change Signals

0 128.

Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) Controls (If Equipped). See Driver

Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 115 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 117.

3. Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0 98 or Instrument Cluster (Uplevel)

0 100.

4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 92.

5. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp System 0 127.

Vehicle Alarm System Indicator (If Equipped). See Vehicle Alarm System 0 18.

6. Infotainment 0 133.

7. Climate Control Systems 0 134 (If Equipped).

Automatic Climate Control System 0 136 (If Equipped).

8. Heated Front Seats 0 32 (If Equipped).

9. Power Outlets 0 93 (If Equipped).

10. Shift Lever. See Automatic

Transmission 0 169 or Manual Mode 0 172.

11. Auxiliary Jack. See the infotainment manual.

USB Port. See the infotainment manual.

12. Hazard Warning Flashers

0 128.

Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 183.

Exterior Cargo Lamps 0 129.

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) 0 198 (If Equipped).

Hill Descent Control (HDC) 0 186 (If Equipped).

Tow/Haul Mode 0 174 (If

Equipped).

Locking Front Axle 0 188 (If Equipped).

Locking Rear Axle 0 187 (If Equipped).

13. Steering Wheel Controls 0 91 (If Equipped).

Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) Controls (If Equipped). See Driver

Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 115 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 117.

14. Horn 0 92.

15. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 91 (Out of View).

16. Cruise Control 0 190.

Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 196 (If Equipped).

17. Transfer Case Knob (If Equipped). See Four-Wheel

Drive 0 174.

Driver Mode Control 0 187 (If

Equipped).

18. Hood Release. See Hood 0 226.

19. Parking Brake 0 182.

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20. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Malfunction

Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 107.

21. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 125.

Fog Lamps 0 129 (If

Equipped).

22. Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 130.

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2 NOTES

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Keys and Locks

Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . 14

Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 17

Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Blind Spot Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Interior Mirrors

Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 23

Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . 23

Automatic Dimming Rearview

Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Windows

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Rear Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Doors

Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Vehicle Security

Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 18

Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . 19

Exterior Mirrors

Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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Keys and Locks

Keys

Warning

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Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous and children or others could be seriously injured or killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition, and children or others could be caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave children in a vehicle with the ignition key.

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impacted, and airbags may not deploy. To reduce the risk of unintentional rotation of the ignition key, do not change the way the ignition key and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, if equipped, are connected to the provided key rings.

reduce the risk of unintentionally moving the key out of the RUN position. Do not add any additional items to the ring attached to the ignition key. Attach additional items only to the second ring, and limit added items to a few essential keys or small, light items no larger than an RKE transmitter.

Warning

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If the key is unintentionally rotated while the vehicle is running, the ignition could be moved out of the RUN position. This could be caused by heavy items hanging from the key ring, or by large or long items attached to the key ring that could be contacted by the driver or steering wheel. If the ignition moves out of the RUN position, the engine will shut off, braking and steering power assist may be

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The ignition key and key rings, and RKE transmitter, if equipped, are designed to work together as a system to reduce the risk of unintentionally moving the key out of the RUN position. The ignition key has a small hole to allow attachment of the provided key ring. It is important that any replacement ignition keys have a small hole. See your dealer if a replacement key is required.

The combination and size of the rings that came with your keys were specifically selected for your vehicle. The rings are connected to the key like two links of a chain to

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Interference from radio-frequency identification (RFID) tags may prevent the key from starting the vehicle. Keep RFID tags away from the key when starting the vehicle.

The key is used for the ignition and all door locks.

Programming Keys

Follow these procedures to program up to eight keys to the vehicle.

Programming with Two Recognized Keys

To program a new key:

1. Insert the original, already programmed key in the ignition and turn the ignition on.

2. Turn the ignition off and remove the key.

3. Quickly, within five seconds, insert the second original already programmed key in the ignition and turn the ignition on.

4. Turn the ignition off, and remove the key.

5. Insert the new key to be programmed and turn the ignition on within five seconds.

The security light will turn off once the key has been programmed.

6. Repeat Steps 1–5 if additional keys are to be programmed.

If a key is lost or damaged, see your dealer to have a new key made.

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Programming without Two Recognized Keys

Program a new key to the vehicle when a recognized key is not available. Canadian regulations require that owners see their dealer.

If two currently recognized keys are not available, follow this procedure to program the first key.

This procedure will take approximately 30 minutes to complete for the first key. The vehicle must be off and all of the keys you wish to program must be with you.

1. Insert the new vehicle key into the ignition.

2. Turn the ignition on. The security light will come on.

3. Wait 10 minutes until the security light turns off.

4. Turn the ignition off.

5. Repeat Steps 2–4 two more times. After the third time, turn the ignition on; the key is

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learned and all previously known keys will no longer work with the vehicle.

6. To learn the second key, turn the ignition off. Insert the second key to be learned and turn the ignition on.

After two keys are learned, the remaining keys can be learned by following the procedure in “Programming with Two Recognized Keys.”

If it becomes difficult to turn a key, inspect the key blade for debris. Periodically clean with a brush or pick.

See your dealer if a replacement key or additional key is needed.

If locked out of the vehicle, see

Roadside Assistance Program

0 338.

With an active OnStar or connected service plan, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview 0 348.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

See Radio Frequency Statement 0 344.

If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) operating range:

Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.

Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.

Check the transmitter's battery. See “Battery Replacement” later in this section.

If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation

The RKE transmitter functions may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.

Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System 0 12.

With Remote Start, without Similar

/ : If equipped, / is used to start

the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 14.

Q : Press to lock all doors and the

tailgate.

If enabled, the turn signal lamps flash once to indicate locking has occurred. If enabled, the horn chirps

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when Q is pressed again within three seconds. See Vehicle Personalization 0 122.

Pressing system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 18.

Q arms the vehicle alarm

K : Press once to unlock only the

driver door. If within three seconds, all remaining doors and the tailgate unlock. The interior lamps may come on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on.

If enabled, the turn signal lamps flash twice to indicate unlocking has occurred. If enabled, the exterior lamps may turn on. See Vehicle Personalization 0 122.

Pressing disarms the vehicle alarm system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 18.

K is pressed again

K on the RKE transmitter

7 : Press and release one time to

initiate vehicle locator. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds three times.

Press and hold three seconds to sound the panic alarm. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds repeatedly for 30 seconds. The alarm turns off

when the ignition is turned on or is pressed again. The ignition must be off for the panic alarm to work.

Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle

Only RKE transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer. Each vehicle can have up to eight transmitters programmed to it. See your dealer for transmitter programming.

7 for at least

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Battery Replacement

Replace the battery in the transmitter soon if the DIC displays REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY.

Caution

When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter.

To replace the battery:

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1. Separate and remove the back cover of the transmitter with a flat, thin object, such as a coin.

5. Push together the transmitter back cover top side first, and then the bottom toward the key ring.

Remote Vehicle Start

If equipped, the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle. The climate controls and rear window defogger may also come on.

If the vehicle has heated seats and the feature is turned on in vehicle personalization, the heated seats will turn on during colder outside

2. Press and slide the battery down toward the pocket of the transmitter in the direction of the key ring. Do not use a metal object.

3. Remove the battery.

4. Insert the new battery, positive side facing up. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.

temperatures and will shut off when the ignition is turned on. See Heated Front Seats 0 32.

Laws in some communities may restrict the use of remote starters. Check local regulations for any requirements on remote starting of vehicles.

If your vehicle is low on fuel, do not use the remote start feature. The vehicle may run out of fuel.

The vehicle cannot be remote started if:

The key is in the ignition.

The hood is not closed.

There is an emission control system malfunction and the malfunction indicator lamp is on.

The hazard warning flashers are on.

Two remote vehicle starts, or a single remote start with an extension, have already been used.

The vehicle is not in P (Park).

The engine will turn off during a remote vehicle start if:

The coolant temperature gets too high.

The oil pressure gets low.

The RKE transmitter range may be less while the vehicle is running.

Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System 0 12 or Vehicle Personalization 0 122.

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Starting the Engine Using Remote Start

1. Press and release

2. Immediately press and hold until the turn signal lamps flash or for at least four seconds.

When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on.

The engine will continue to run for 15 minutes. Repeat the steps for one 15-minute time extension. Turn the ignition on to operate the vehicle.

Extending Engine Run Time

The engine run time can be extended by 15 minutes, for a total of 30 minutes, if during the first 15 minutes Steps 1 and 2 are repeated while the engine is still running. An extension can be requested 30 seconds after starting.

A maximum of two remote starts, or a single start with an extension, is allowed between ignition cycles.

The ignition must be turned on and then back off to use remote start again.

Canceling a Remote Start

To cancel a remote start, do one of the following:

Press and hold parking lamps turn off.

Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

Turn the vehicle on and then off.

Door Locks

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Unlocked doors can be dangerous.

Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. The doors

/ until the

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can be unlocked and opened while the vehicle is moving. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked. So, all passengers should wear seat belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven.

Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it.

Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop

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the vehicle. Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening.

To lock or unlock a door from the outside press

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or use the key in the driver door.

To lock a door from the inside, push down on the door lock knob. To unlock, pull the door handle once to unlock the door and again to unlatch it.

Free-Turning Locks

The door key lock cylinder turns freely when either the wrong key is used, or the correct key is not fully inserted. The free-turning door lock feature prevents the lock from being forced open. To reset the lock, turn it to the vertical position with the correct key fully inserted. Remove the key and insert it again. If this

Q or K on the

does not reset the lock, turn the key halfway around in the cylinder and repeat the reset procedure.

Power Door Locks

If equipped with power door locks:

Q : Press to lock the doors. K : Press to unlock the doors.

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Delayed Locking

This feature delays the actual locking of the doors until five seconds after all doors are closed.

Delayed locking can only be turned on when the Open Door Anti-Lockout feature has been turned off.

When

Q is pressed on the power

door lock switch with the door open, a chime will sound three times indicating that delayed locking is active.

The doors will then lock automatically five seconds after all doors are closed. If a door is reopened before five seconds have elapsed, the five-second timer will reset once all the doors are closed again.

Q on the door lock switch

Press again, or press

transmitter, to override this feature and lock the doors immediately.

Q on the RKE

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Delayed locking can be programmed. See Vehicle Personalization 0 122.

Automatic door locking cannot be disabled. Automatic door unlocking can be programmed. See Vehicle Personalization 0 122.

Automatic Door Locks

If equipped, the doors will lock automatically when all doors are closed, the ignition is on, and the shift lever is moved out of P (Park). If a vehicle door is unlocked and then opened and closed, the doors will lock either when your foot is removed from the brake or the vehicle speed becomes faster than 13 km/h (8 mph).

To unlock the doors:

Press

K on a power door lock

switch.

Shift the transmission into P (Park).

If a vehicle door is unlocked and then opened and closed, the doors will lock either when your foot is removed from the brake or the vehicle speed becomes faster than 13 km/h (8 mph).

Lockout Protection

When locking is requested with the driver door open and the key in the ignition, all the doors will lock and then the driver door will unlock. This can be manually overridden by

pressing and holding power door lock switch.

Open Door Anti-Lockout

If Open Door Anti-Lockout has been turned on and the vehicle is off, the driver door is open, and locking is requested, all the doors will lock and the driver door will remain unlocked. The Open Door Anti-Lockout feature can be turned on or off. See Vehicle Personalization 0 122.

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Safety Locks

If equipped, the rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle.

Q on the

Press { to activate the safety locks on the rear doors. The indicator light comes on when activated. The vehicle must be on, in ACC/ ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See

Retained Accessory Power (RAP)

0 166.

If the indicator light flashes, the feature may not be working properly.

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Doors

Tailgate

Warning

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It is extremely dangerous to ride on the tailgate, even when the vehicle is operated at low speeds. People riding on the tailgate can easily lose their balance and fall in response to vehicle maneuvers. Falling from a moving vehicle may result in serious injuries or death. Do not allow people to ride on the tailgate. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.

On vehicles with a lock on the tailgate, use the key to lock or unlock the tailgate.

If equipped, to lock or unlock the tailgate, use the RKE transmitter or the key. See Remote Keyless Entry

(RKE) System Operation 0 12

Open the tailgate by lifting up on its handle while pulling the tailgate down.

To shut the tailgate, firmly push it upward until it latches.

After closing the tailgate, pull it back to be sure it latches securely.

Vehicle Security

This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make the vehicle impossible to steal.

Vehicle Alarm System

If equipped with the anti-theft alarm system, the indicator light, on the instrument panel near the windshield, indicates the status of the system.

Off : Alarm system is disarmed.

On Solid : Vehicle is secured

during the delay to arm the system.

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Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. A door or the hood is open.

Slow Flash : Alarm system is armed.

Arming the Alarm System

1. Turn off the vehicle.

2. Lock the vehicle with one of the following:

Use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.

With a door open, press on the interior of the door.

3. After 30 seconds the alarm system will arm, and the indicator light will begin to slowly flash indicating the alarm system is operating.

Pressing transmitter a second time will bypass the 30-second delay and immediately arm the alarm system.

The theft-deterrent alarm system will not arm if the doors are locked with the key.

Q on the RKE

If the driver door is opened without first unlocking with the RKE transmitter, the horn will chirp and the lights will flash to indicate pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not started, or the door is not unlocked

by pressing transmitter during the 10-second pre-alarm, the alarm will be activated.

If a door or the hood is opened without first disarming the system, the turn signals will flash and the horn will sound for about 30 seconds. The alarm system will then re-arm to monitor for the next unauthorized event.

K on the RKE

Disarming the Alarm System

To disarm the alarm system or turn off the alarm if it has been activated:

Press

K on the RKE transmitter.

Start the vehicle.

To avoid setting off the alarm by accident:

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Lock the vehicle after all occupants have left the vehicle and all doors are closed.

Always unlock a door with the RKE transmitter.

Unlocking the driver door with the key will not disarm the system or turn off the alarm.

Detecting a Tamper Condition

If K is pressed on the RKE transmitter and the horn chirps three times, an alarm occurred previously while the alarm system was armed.

Immobilizer

See Radio Frequency Statement 0 344.

Immobilizer Operation

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This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system.

The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed.

The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the vehicle is turned off.

The system is automatically disarmed when the ignition is turned from off to on.

The security light, in the instrument cluster, comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system.

When trying to start the vehicle, the security light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on.

If the engine does not start and the security light stays on, there is a problem with the system. Turn the ignition off and try again.

If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key. It may be necessary to check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers 0 254. If the engine still does not start with

the other key, the vehicle needs service. If the vehicle does start, the first key may be faulty. See your dealer.

It is possible for the immobilizer system to learn new or replacement keys. Up to eight keys can be programmed for the vehicle. To program additional transmitters, see

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 12.

Do not leave the transmitter or device that disarms or deactivates the vehicle theft-deterent system in the vehicle.

See your dealer to get a new key blank cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system.

Exterior Mirrors

Convex Mirrors

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A convex mirror can make things, like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on the right. Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.

The passenger side mirror is convex shaped. A convex mirror's surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat.

Manual Mirrors

If equipped, adjust manual mirrors by moving the mirror up and down or left to right to see a little of the side of the vehicle and to have a clear view behind the vehicle.

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Using hood-mounted air deflectors and add-on convex mirror attachments could decrease mirror performance.

3. Return the selector switch to the center position.

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outside mirror. It can show objects that may be in the vehicle's blind zone.

Power Mirrors

Manual Folding Mirrors

The mirrors can be folded inward toward the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position.

Heated Mirrors

If equipped, the rear window defogger also heats the outside mirrors.

K : Press to heat the outside

If equipped, adjust the power mirrors:

1. Move the selector switch to L (Left) or R (Right) to choose driver or passenger mirror.

2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move each mirror in the desired direction.

mirrors. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Climate Control Systems 0 134.

Blind Spot Mirrors

The blind spot mirror is a small convex mirror built into the upper and outer corner of the driver

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Driving with the Blind Spot Mirror

Actual Mirror View

1. When the approaching vehicle is a long distance away, the image in the main mirror is small and near the inboard edge of the mirror.

2. As the vehicle gets closer, the image in the main mirror gets larger and moves outboard.

3. As the vehicle enters the blind zone, the image transitions from the main mirror to the blind spot mirror.

4. When the vehicle is in the blind zone, the image only appears in the blind spot mirror.

Using the Outside Mirror with the Blind Spot Mirror

1. Set the main mirror so that the side of the vehicle can just be seen and the blind spot mirror has an unobstructed view.

2. When checking for traffic or before changing a lane, look at the main driver/passenger side mirror to observe traffic in the adjacent lane, behind your vehicle. Check the blind spot

mirror for a vehicle in the blind zone. Then, glance over your shoulder to double check before moving slowly into the adjacent lane.

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Interior Mirrors

Interior Rearview Mirrors

Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle.

If equipped with OnStar, the vehicle may have three control buttons at the bottom of the mirror. See OnStar Overview 0 348.

To avoid accidental OnStar calls, clean the mirror with the ignition off. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water.

Manual Rearview Mirror

If equipped, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it rearward for nighttime use to avoid glare from the headlamps from behind.

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror

If equipped, the mirror will automatically reduce the glare of the headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on each time the vehicle is started.

Windows

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Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke.

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The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the sound, open either a front window or the sunroof, if equipped.

Power Windows

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Children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Never leave keys in a vehicle with children. When there are children in the rear seat, use the window lockout button to prevent operation of the windows. See Keys 0 9.

Power windows work when the ignition is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 166.

Using the window switch, press to open or pull to close the window.

The windows may be temporarily disabled if they are used repeatedly within a short time.

Crew Cab Shown, Extended Cab

Similar

Rear Window Lockout (Crew Cab Only)

This feature stops the rear passenger windows from working.

Press

Z to engage the rear

window lockout feature. The indicator light is on when engaged.

Press

Z again to disengage.

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Window Express Movement

All windows can be opened without holding the window switch. Press the switch down fully and quickly release to express open the window.

If equipped, pull the window switch up fully and quickly release to express close the window.

Briefly press or pull the window switch in the same direction to stop that window’s express movement.

Window Automatic Reversal

Automatic Reversal System Override

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If automatic reversal system override is active, the window will not reverse automatically. You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged. Before using automatic reversal system override, make sure that all people and obstructions are clear of the window path.

System

The express-close feature will reverse window movement if it comes in contact with an object. Extreme cold or ice could cause the window to auto-reverse. The window will operate normally after the object or condition is removed.

When the engine is on, override the automatic reversal system by pulling and holding the window switch if conditions prevent it from closing.

Programming the Power Windows

Programming may be necessary if the vehicle battery has been disconnected or discharged. If the window is unable to express-up, program each express-close window:

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1. Close all doors.

2. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/ ACCESSORY.

3. Partially open the window to be programmed. Then close it and continue to pull the switch briefly after the window has fully closed.

4. Open the window and continue to press the switch briefly after the window has fully opened.

Rear Windows

Sliding Rear Window

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If the vehicle has this feature, squeeze the latch in the center of the window and slide the glass to open it.

Be sure the latch is engaged when the window is closed.

Sun Visors

Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window and, if equipped, extend along the rod.

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Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Front Seats

Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . 30

Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Rear Seats

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Seat Belts

Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

How to Wear Seat Belts

Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Seat Belt Use During

Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . 42

Seat Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Replacing Seat Belt System

Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Airbag System

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . 45

When Should an Airbag

Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

What Makes an Airbag

Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

How Does an Airbag

Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

What Will You See after an

Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Passenger Sensing System . . . 50 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped

Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Adding Equipment to the

Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . 54

Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . 55

Replacing Airbag System Parts

after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Child Restraints

Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Infants and Young Children .. . . 58

Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . 60

Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . 62

Lower Anchors and Tethers for

Children (LATCH System) . . . . 64

Replacing LATCH System Parts

After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

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Securing Child Restraints (With

the Seat Belt in the

Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Securing Child Restraints (With

the Seat Belt in the

Front Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

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Head Restraints

The vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions.

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With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.

Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant's head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash.

The height of the head restraint can be adjusted. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place.

To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the restraint down. Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place.

The front seat outboard head restraints are not removable.

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Rear Head Restraints

Crew Cab

The vehicle’s rear seats have head restraints in the outboard seating positions that cannot be adjusted up or down.

The rear outboard head restraints are designed to be folded. When folding the seatback down, the head restraint must first be manually folded forward out of the way to fold the seatback down.

The head restraint can be folded forward to allow for better visibility when the rear seat is unoccupied.

To fold the head restraint, press the button on the side of the head restraint.

When an occupant is in the seat, always return the head restraint to the upright position until it locks into place. Push and pull on the head restraint to make sure that it is locked.

If you are installing a child restraint in the rear seat, see Lower Anchors

and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 64.

Extended Cab

The vehicle’s rear seats have headrests in the outboard seating positions that cannot be adjusted.

If you are installing a child restraint in the rear seat, see Lower Anchors

and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 64.

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Front Seats

Seat Adjustment

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You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving.

To adjust the seat:

1. Pull the handle at the front of the seat.

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