Chevrolet Suburban 2008 Get To Know Manual

DRIVER INFORMATION

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

Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . .3

Vehicle Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Driver Information Center . . . . . .4

SAFETY & SECURITY

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

Content Theft-Deterrent System .7

OnStar

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

COMFORT

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

Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

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

Adjustable Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Sun Visor Adjustment . . . . . . . . . .9

Automatic Climate Controls . . . . .9

Rear Seat Climate Controls . . . .10

ENTERTAINMENT

Audio System Features . . . . . . .11

Congratulations on your purchase of a Chevrolet Tahoe or Suburban. 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.

Multiple-Disc CD Player . . . . . . .13

Touch Screen Navigation

Entertainment System . . . . . . . .14

Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . .14

XM Rear Seat Audio and DVD Rear Seat Entertainment Systems . . .14 Audio Steering Wheel Controls .15

CONVENIENCE

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass and

Temperature Display . . . . . . . . . .16

Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . .16

Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist .17

Auto Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Rainsense™ II Windshield

Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Heated Windshield Washer

Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

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

Automatic Headlamp System

and Interior Lamps . . . . . . . . . . .19

Power Running Boards . . . . . . .19

Folding 2nd-Row Seats . . . . . . .20

Folding 3rd-Row Seats . . . . . . . .20

Liftgate and Liftglass Operation 21

Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Universal Home Remote . . . . . . .22

PERFORMANCE & MAINTENANCE

6-Speed Automatic

Transmission Controls . . . . . . . .22

StabiliTrak

– Stability Control

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

Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . .23

Resetting the Engine Oil Life

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

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

OWNER INFORMATION

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

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

Getting to Know Your Tahoe/Suburban

DRIVER INFORMATION

Instrument Panel

A B C D E F H

I J K L M

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

See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

N O P Q R

H. Audio System/

Navigation System

(if equipped) I. Exterior Lamps Control 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

Instrument Panel Cluster

A B C D E F G

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*

See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

*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.

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.

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Vehicle Symbols

Following are examples of symbols you may find on your vehicle. It is important to become familiar with them, as they alert you to various vehicle operating conditions.

Air Bag Readiness Light Air Conditioning (A/C)

Antilock Brake System Warning Light

Brake System Warning Light (Parking Brake Set)

Cruise Control Set Headlamps

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)

Off Off/On

On Rear Window Defogger

Safety Belt Reminder Light

Safety Belt Reminder Light, Passenger

Security Light

StabiliTrak Warning Light

Low Tire Pressure Warning Light

Tow/Haul Mode Light

Traction Control Off Light

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

™

(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 , 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 and liftgate 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

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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 your vehicle is equipped with OnStar and a warning message appears, you can press the blue 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 condition is and what you should do about it.

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.

See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

SAFETY & SECURITY

Remote Keyless Entry

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. 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 will unlock. If enabled through the DIC, the parking lamps will flash once to indicate unlocking has occurred.

(Liftglass): Press and hold this

button to open the liftglass.

(Power Liftgate) (if equipped):

Press and hold this button for two seconds to open or close the liftgate. The taillamps will flash and a chime will sound to indicate the liftgate is activated.

(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.

Content Theft-Deterrent System

To arm the content theft-deterrent alarm system, lock the doors using the RKE transmitter. The security light on the instrument panel cluster will flash for approximately 30 seconds to indicate the alarm is activated. To disarm the system, unlock the doors using the RKE transmitter.

The alarm system will not be armed or disarmed if the doors are locked or unlocked with a key, the manual door lock or the power door lock switch.

See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

OnStar®(if equipped)

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. OnStar offers a variety of capabilities, such as Remote Door Unlock, Automatic Airbag Notification, and Hands-Free Calling. In addition, most vehicles can get driving directions using a system called Turnby-Turn Navigation. OnStar Advisors can send a planned route to your vehicle and, as you approach a turn, instructions play over your vehicle speakers. Press the blue OnStar button to ask an OnStar Advisor about the service plan you have or to upgrade your plan.

For more information, refer to your OnStar Owner’s Guide, call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827), or visit onstar.com.

See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

COMFORT

Power Seat Controls (if equipped)

The power seat controls for the driver and front passenger seats are located on the outboard side of the 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 and to raise/lower the height of the 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.

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Heated Seats (if equipped) Memory Settings (if equipped)

The memory buttons are located on the driver’s door. Settings can be programmed for the driver’s seat, outside mirrors and the adjustable pedals (if equipped) for two drivers.

To save memory settings:

1. Adjust the driver’s seat, outside mir-

rors and pedals to a comfortable position.

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

Front Seats

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

(Heated Seatback): Press the top

button to turn on the heated seatback.

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.

(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).

2nd-Row Seats

The heated rear seat controls are on the rear control panel, located on the back of the floor console.

Easy Exit Seat

The easy exit seat button is located between the two memory buttons. With the vehicle in Park, press the (Easy Exit) button 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 2 of your Owner Manual.

(Heated Seat): Press the button

to turn on the heated seat and cycle through the temperature settings.

See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

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