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In Brief .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4

Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

Performance and

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27

Keys, Doors, and

Windows .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18

Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22

Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37

Storage .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1

Additional Storage Features . . . 4-4

Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9

Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-30

Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35

Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-45

Universal Remote System . . . . 5-52

Lighting .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8

Infotainment System .. . . . . . . . 7-1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8

Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15

Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-22

Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-29

Trademarks and License

Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-46

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1

Air Vents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1

Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2

Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-23

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-32

Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-33

Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-38

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-46

Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-49

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-52

Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-55

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-63

Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-68

Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-96

Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1

General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2

Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3

Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-37

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-37

Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-41

Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-50

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Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-88

Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 10-93

Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-98

Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1

General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1

Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 11-3

Special Application

Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8

Additional Maintenance

and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-9

Recommended Fluids,

Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . 11-12

Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-16

Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1

Vehicle Identification . . . . . . . . . 12-1

Vehicle Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2

Customer Information . . . . . . . 13-1

Customer Information . . . . . . . . 13-1

Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-13

Vehicle Data Recording and

Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14

OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1

OnStar Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1

OnStar Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-2

OnStar Additional

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-6

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1

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Introduction iii

This manual describes features that may or may not be on the vehicle because of optional equipment that was not purchased on the vehicle, model variants, country specifications, features/applications

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, GMC, the GMC Truck Emblem, and SIERRA 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 Limited” for GMC Division wherever it appears in this manual.

that may not be available in your region, or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual.

If the 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.

Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 22953639 A-2 First Printing

Canadian Vehicle Owners

Propriétaires Canadiens

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

On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du

concessionnaire ou à l'adresse savant:

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

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.

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iv Introduction

Danger, Warnings, and Cautions

Text marked { Caution provides

Danger

{

Text marked { Danger provides

information on risk of fatal injury. Disregarding this information may endanger life.

Warning

{

Text marked { Warning provides

information on risk of accident or injury. Disregarding this information may lead to injury.

information that may indicate a hazard that could result in injury or death. It could also result in possible damage to the vehicle.

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.”

{

Caution

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 : This symbol is shown when

you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information.

* : This symbol is shown when

you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information.

Vehicle Symbol Chart

Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the Index.

0 : Adjustable Pedals 9 : Airbag Readiness Light ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS)

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g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls

or OnStar

(if equipped)

$ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System

I : Cruise Control

> : Safety Belt Reminders

7 : Tire Pressure Monitor

_ : Tow/Haul Mode d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak

M : Windshield Washer Fluid

B : Engine Coolant Temperature

O : Exterior Lamps

# : Fog Lamps

. : Fuel Gauge

+ : Fuses

3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam

Changer

( : Heated Steering Wheel j : LATCH System Child

Restraints

* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure

g : Outside Power Foldaway

Mirrors

O : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start

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2 NOTES

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In Brief 1-1

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Initial Drive Information

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Heated and Cooled Front

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Head Restraint

Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

Passenger Sensing

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

Steering Wheel

Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13

Throttle and Brake Pedal

Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14

Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15

Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 1-16

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17

Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19

Four-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20

Vehicle Features

Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 1-21

Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . 1-22

Bluetooth

Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-23

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24

Driver Information

Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23

Forward Collision Alert (FCA)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25

Lane Departure

Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25

Rear Vision

Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25

Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25

Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26

Universal Remote System . . . 1-26

Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control/Electronic

Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27

Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-28

Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-28

E85 or FlexFuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-29

Driving for Better Fuel

Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-29

Roadside Assistance

Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-29

OnStar

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-30

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Instrument Panel

Uplevel Shown, Base Similar

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1. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6-6.

2. Integrated Trailer Brake Control (ITBC) System (If Equipped). See Towing Equipment on page 9-86.

3. Exterior Lamp Controls on

page 6-1.

Fog Lamps on page 6-5 (If

Equipped).

4. Air Vents on page 8-8.

5. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and

Lane-Change Signals on page 6-4.

Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5-4.

6. Favorite Switches (Out of View). See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5-3.

Volume Switches (Out of View). See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5-3.

7. Instrument Cluster on page 5-10.

8. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6-4.

9. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission on page 9-33.

Tow/Haul Selector Button (If Equipped). See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9-37.

Range Selection Mode (Allison Transmission

and Hydra-Matic 6-Speed Button) (If Equipped). See Manual Mode on page 9-36.

10. Light Sensor. See Automatic

Headlamp System on page 6-3.

11. Infotainment on page 7-1.

12. Electronic Transfer Case Control (If Equipped). See

Four-Wheel Drive on page 9-38.

Card Holder (If Equipped). See

Instrument Panel Storage on page 4-1.

13. Parking Brake on page 9-47.

14. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5-22.

15. Cruise Control on page 9-52.

Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System on page 9-59 (If

Equipped).

16. Steering Wheel Adjustment on

page 5-2 (Out of View).

17. Horn on page 5-4.

18. Hood Release. See Hood on page 10-4.

19. Steering Wheel Controls on page 5-3 (If Equipped).

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

Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) on page 5-30 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) on page 5-32.

20. Heated and Cooled Front Seats on page 3-8 (If

Equipped).

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21. Climate Control Systems (with Heater Only) on page 8-1 or Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) on page 8-3

(If Equipped).

Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8-5 (If

Equipped).

g Traction Control/Electronic

22. Stability Control on page 9-49.

0 Pedal Adjust Switch (If

Equipped). See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9-24.

{ Cargo Lamp on page 6-6.

X Parking Assist Button (If

Equipped). See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing on page 9-56.

@ Lane Departure Warning

(LDW) on page 9-61 (If Equipped).

5 Hill Descent Control Switch

(If Equipped). See Hill Descent Control (HDC) on page 9-51.

q Exhaust Brake (If

Equipped). See “Exhaust Brake” in the Duramax diesel supplement.

g Power Take Off (PTO)

Button (If Equipped). See the Duramax diesel supplement.

Auxiliary Button (If Equipped). See Add-On Electrical Equipment on page 9-96.

23. USB Port on page 7-18.

24. Power Outlets on page 5-6 (If Equipped).

25. Power Outlet 110V Alternating Current (If Equipped). See Power Outlets on page 5-6.

26. Passenger Airbag On-Off Switch (If Equipped) (Out of View). See Airbag On-Off Switch on page 3-28.

Initial Drive Information

This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle.

For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

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

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See Keys on page 2-1 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3.

Remote Vehicle Start

If equipped, the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle.

Starting the Vehicle

1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle.

2. Press and release

K : Press to unlock the driver door.

Press

K again within three seconds

to unlock all remaining doors.

Q : Press to lock all doors. Lock

and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-45.

7 : Press and release one time to

initiate vehicle locator. Press hold for at least three seconds to

sound the panic alarm. Press again to cancel the panic alarm.

7 and

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

When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on.

The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a 10-minute time extension. Remote start can be extended only once.

Canceling a Remote Start

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

Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold

until the parking lamps turn off.

Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

Turn the vehicle on and then off.

See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2-6.

Door Locks

There are several ways to lock and unlock the vehicle.

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

From inside, use the power door locks or push down or pull up on the manual door locks.

From inside, pull the door handle once to unlock the door. Pull again to open the door.

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Power Door Locks

Base Trim

Crew/Double Cab Premium Trim

Shown, Other Models Similar

If equipped with power door locks:

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

See Door Locks on page 2-7 and Power Door Locks on page 2-8.

Windows

Manual Windows

If equipped, turn the hand crank on each door to manually raise or lower the windows.

Power Windows

Crew/Double Cab Premium Trim

Shown, Other Models Similar

If equipped, the driver door has a switch to control all windows. Each passenger door has a switch to control that window. The power windows work when the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained

Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-28.

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Press the switch to lower the window. Pull the switch up to raise it. See Windows on page 2-18 and Power Windows on page 2-18.

Express Windows

If equipped, the express window feature allows the windows to be raised or lowered without holding the switch.

To use express-down, press the switch down fully and release.

The driver window may have the express-up feature. Pull the switch up fully and release to activate.

Power Sliding Rear Window

If equipped, the power sliding rear window works when the ignition has been turned to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-28.

Press the switch to open the window.

Pull down on the switch to close the window.

The power sliding rear window cannot be operated manually. See “Power Sliding Rear Window” in Rear Windows on page 2-21.

Seat Adjustment

Manual Seats

To adjust a manual seat:

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

2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the handle.

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3. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place.

See Seat Adjustment on page 3-3.

Power Seats

To adjust a power seat, if equipped:

Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.

If equipped, raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.

If equipped, raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the control up or down.

See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3-4.

Lumbar Adjustment

Manual Lumbar

If equipped, move the lever up or down repeatedly to increase or decrease lumbar support.

See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3-4.

Power Lumbar

To adjust the power lumbar support, if equipped:

Press and hold the control forward to increase or rearward to decrease upper and lower lumbar support at the same time.

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If equipped, press and hold the control up to increase upper lumbar support and decrease lower lumbar support.

Press and hold the control down to increase lower lumbar support and decrease upper lumbar support.

See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3-4.

Reclining Seatbacks

Manual Reclining Seatbacks

To adjust a manual seatback:

1. Lift the lever.

The seatback will automatically fold forward.

2. To recline, move the seatback rearward to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.

3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.

To return the seatback to the upright position:

1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position.

2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.

See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3-5.

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Power Reclining Seatbacks

To recline a power seatback, if equipped:

Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline.

Tilt the top of the control forward to raise.

See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3-5.

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Memory Features

Heated and Cooled Front Seats

Crew/Double Cab Shown, Other

Models Similar

If equipped, the SET, "1," "2," and

B (Exit) buttons on the driver door

are used to manually save and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirrors, and adjustable pedals (if equipped).

See Memory Seats on page 3-6 and

Vehicle Personalization on page 5-45.

Heated and Cooled Seat Buttons

Shown, Heated Seat Buttons

Similar

If equipped, the buttons are on the center stack. To operate, the engine must be running.

Press

I to heat the driver or

passenger seatback only.

Press

J to heat the driver or

passenger seat cushion and seatback.

A to cool the driver or

Press passenger seat.

See Heated and Cooled Front Seats on page 3-8.

Head Restraint Adjustment

Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.

To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position.

See Head Restraints on page 3-2 and Seat Adjustment on page 3-3.

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Safety Belts

Passenger Sensing System

The passenger sensing system, if equipped, turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system.

If the vehicle has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly.

Safety Belts on page 3-12.

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3-13.

Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3-14.

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-45.

unless there is an airbag off switch on the instrument panel endcap.

If there is an airbag off switch, the vehicle does not have a passenger sensing system. See Airbag On-Off Switch on page 3-28 for more information.

The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the overhead console when the vehicle is started.

United States

Canada and Mexico

See Passenger Sensing System on page 3-30 for important information.

Mirror Adjustment

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

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Exterior Mirrors

Manual Mirrors

If equipped, adjust manual mirrors by moving them 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.

See Manual Mirrors on page 2-13.

Power Mirrors

Base Power Mirrors

If equipped with power mirrors:

1. Press (1) or (2) to select the driver or passenger side mirror.

2. Press one of the four arrows on the control pad to move the mirror up, down, right, or left.

3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen.

4. Keep the selector switch in the center position when not adjusting either outside mirror.

Uplevel with Power Folding

Mirrors

1. Press (1) or (3) to select the driver or passenger side mirror.

2. Press the arrows on the control pad while the indicator light on the (1) or (3) button is illuminated, to move the mirror up, down, right, or left.

3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen.

4. Press either (1) or (3) again to deselect the mirror.

See Power Mirrors on page 2-14.

If equipped with power folding mirrors:

1. Press (2) to fold the mirrors out to the driving position.

2. Press (2) again to fold the mirrors in to the folded position.

See Folding Mirrors on page 2-15.

The mirrors may also include a memory function that works with the memory seats. See Memory Seats on page 3-6.

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Interior Mirror

Adjustment

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

Manual Dimming Rearview Mirror

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

Manual Rearview Mirror on page 2-17.

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror

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

See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2-18.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

To adjust the steering wheel:

1. Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever.

2. Move the steering wheel up or down.

3. Release the lever to lock the wheel in place.

Tilt and Telescoping Steering Wheel

To adjust the tilt and telescoping steering wheel, if equipped:

1. Push the lever (1) down to move the steering wheel forward or rearward. Lift the lever up to lock the wheel in place.

The ignition may need to be set to the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/ RUN position to disengage the tilt and telescoping steering column and allow easier adjustment.

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2. Pull the lever (2) toward you to move the steering wheel up or down, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place.

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment

If equipped, the position of the throttle and brake pedals can be changed.

The switch used to adjust the pedals is on the center stack, below the climate controls.

Lift the switch up to move the pedals closer to your body. Press the switch down to move the pedals away.

See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9-24.

Interior Lighting

Dome Lamps

There are dome lamps in the overhead console and the headliner, if equipped.

To change the dome lamp settings, press the following:

OFF: Turns the lamps off, even when a door is open.

DOOR: The lamps come on automatically when a door is opened.

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ON: Turns all dome lamps on.

Reading Lamps

There are reading lamps in the overhead console and the headliner, if equipped. To operate, the ignition must be in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position or using Retained Accessory Power (RAP).

Press m or n next to each reading lamp to turn it on or off.

For more information about interior lighting, see Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6-6.

Exterior Lighting

The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel.

O : Turns off the automatic

headlamps and Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). Turn the headlamp control to the off position again to turn the automatic headlamps or DRL back on.

For vehicles first sold in Canada, off will only work when the vehicle is in P (Park).

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AUTO: Automatically turns on the

headlamps at normal brightness, together with the following:

Parking Lamps

Instrument Panel Lights

Taillamps

License Plate Lamps

Roof Marker Lamps (If Equipped)

Front/Rear Sidemarker Lamps

; : Turns on the parking lamps

including all lamps, except the headlamps.

5 : Turns on the headlamps

together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights.

See:

Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6-1.

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 6-3.

Fog Lamps on page 6-5.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

The windshield wiper control is on the turn signal lever.

The windshield wipers are controlled by turning the band with

z on it.

1 : Fast wipes.

w : Slow wipes.

3 INT: Turn the band up for more

frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.

OFF: Turns the windshield wipers off.

8 : For a single wipe, turn to 8,

then release. For several wipes, hold the band on

8 longer.

L m : Push the paddle at the top of

the lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield.

See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5-4.

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Climate Controls

These systems control the heating, cooling, and ventilation.

Climate Control System (with Heater Only)

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1. Fan Control

2. Air Recirculation

3. Air Delivery Mode Control

4. Defrost

5. TEMP (Temperature Control)

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Climate Control System (with Air Conditioning)

1. Fan Control

2. A/C (Air Conditioning)

3. Air Delivery Mode Control

4. Defrost

5. TEMP (Temperature Control)

6. Air Recirculation

K Rear Window Defogger

7. (If Equipped)

f Outside Heated Mirror

(If Equipped)

8 Outside Air (If Equipped)

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Dual Automatic Climate Control System

1. Driver Temperature Control

2. A/C (Air Conditioning)

3. Air Delivery Mode Controls

4. Fan Control

5. Defrost

6. Passenger Temperature Control

7. AUTO (Automatic Operation)

8. Air Recirculation

9. Power Button

10. Rear Window Defogger

11. SYNC (Synchronized Temperature)

See Climate Control Systems (with

Heater Only) on page 8-1 or Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) on page 8-3 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8-5 (If Equipped).

Transmission

Range Selection Mode

The Range Selection Mode switch, if equipped, is on the automatic transmission shift lever.

To enable:

1. Move the shift lever to the M (Manual Mode) position. The current range will display next to the M. This is the highest attainable range with all lower gears accessible. As an example, when 5 (Fifth) gear is selected, 1 (First) through 5 (Fifth) gears are available.

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2. Press the plus/minus buttons on the shift lever to select the desired range of gears for current driving conditions. See Manual Mode on page 9-36.

While using Range Selection Mode, cruise control and the Tow/Haul Mode can be used.

Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection Mode is active. See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9-37.

Four-Wheel Drive

If the vehicle has Four-Wheel Drive, the engine's driving power can be sent to all four wheels for extra traction.

Transfer Case Controls

The vehicle will have one of these three styles of transfer case controls. Use these controls to shift into and out of the different four-wheel drive modes.

Manual Transfer Case

This transfer case shift lever is on the floor to the right of the driver.

Electronic Transfer Case

This transfer case knob is to the left of the steering column.

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Automatic Transfer Case

This transfer case knob is to the left of the steering column.

The different drive options that may be available are described following.

m (Two-Wheel Drive High): This

setting is used for driving in most street and highway situations.

AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Drive): This setting is ideal for use

when road surface traction conditions are variable.

Do not use AUTO mode to park on a steep grade with poor traction such as ice, snow, mud or gravel. In AUTO mode only the rear wheels will hold the vehicle from sliding when parked. If parking on a steep

grade, use 4 wheels engaged.

m (Four-Wheel Drive High): Use

this setting when extra traction is needed, such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off-road situations.

N (Neutral): Shift to this setting only when towing the vehicle. See

Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10-93 or Trailer Towing on page 9-71.

n (Four-Wheel Drive Low): This

setting sends maximum power to all four wheels. Choose Four-Wheel Drive Low when driving in deep sand, mud, or snow, and while climbing or descending steep hills.

See Four-Wheel Drive on page 9-38.

m to keep all four

Vehicle Features

Infotainment System

The base radio and base radio with connectivity information is included in this manual. See the infotainment manual for information on the uplevel radios, audio players, phone, navigation system, Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE), and voice or speech recognition, if equipped.

Radio(s)

: Press to turn the system on.

Press and hold to turn it off. When on, press to mute; press again to unmute. Turn to increase or decrease the volume.

RADIO: Press to choose between FM, AM, and SiriusXM if equipped.

MEDIA: Press to change the audio source between CD, USB, SD card, AUX, and Bluetooth if equipped.

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{ : Press to go to the Home Page.

MENU: Press to select a menu.

g : Press to seek the previous

station or track.

l : Press to seek the next station

or track.

See Overview on page 7-2 about these and other radio features.

Storing Radio Station Presets

Up to 25 preset stations from all bands can be stored in the favorite lists in any order. Up to five stations can be stored in each favorite page and the number of favorite pages can be set.

To store the station to a position in the list, while on the active source main page, such as AM, FM, or SiriusXM (if equipped), press and hold a favorites/soft key button on the faceplate.

See “Storing Radio Station Presets” under AM-FM Radio on page 7-8.

Setting the Clock

See Clock on page 5-5.

Satellite Radio

Vehicles with a SiriusXM®satellite radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM satellite radio subscription can receive SiriusXM programming.

SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service

SiriusXM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to coast, and in digital-quality sound. A fee is required to receive the SiriusXM service.

For more information refer to:

www.siriusxm.com or call 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.).

www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-209-0079 (Canada).

See Satellite Radio on page 7-10.

Portable Audio Devices

This vehicle may have a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input jack, SD card reader, and USB ports in the center console or armrest. There may be a USB port in the upper glove box. External devices such as iPods laptop computers, MP3 players, CD changers, and USB storage devices may be connected, depending on the audio system.

See USB Port on page 7-18, SD

Card Reader on page 7-20, and Auxiliary Jack on page 7-21.

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Bluetooth

The Bluetooth®system allows users with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle audio system and controls.

The Bluetooth-enabled cell phone must be paired with the in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle. Not all phones will support all functions.

See Bluetooth (Voice Recognition -

Base Radio) on page 7-35 or Bluetooth (Voice Recognition - Base Connected Radio) on page 7-44 or Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7-29 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls Base Connected Radio) on page 7-40 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls - Base Radio) on page 7-31.

Steering Wheel Controls

If equipped, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel.

g : For vehicles with OnStar

Bluetooth with those systems. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1 or “Bluetooth (Overview)” in the infotainment manual.

system, press to interact

i : Press to reject an incoming

call, or end a current call. Press to mute or unmute the infotainment system when not on a call.

o or p : Press to go to the

previous or next menu option.

w or x : Press to go to the next

or previous selection.

@ : Press to select a highlighted

menu option.

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The favorite and volume switches are on the back of the steering wheel.

1. Favorite: When on a radio source, press to select the next or previous favorite. When on a media source, press to select the next or previous track.

2. Volume: Press to increase or decrease the volume.

See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5-3.

Cruise Control

5 : Press to turn the system on or

off. A white indicator comes on in the instrument cluster when cruise control is on and turns off when cruise control is off.

+ RES: If there is a set speed in memory, press briefly to resume to that speed or press and hold to accelerate. If cruise control is already active, use to increase vehicle speed.

SET −: Press briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already active, use to decrease vehicle speed.

* : Press to disengage cruise

control without erasing the set speed from memory.

See Cruise Control on page 9-52.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

The DIC display is in the instrument cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems.

If the vehicle has the base level instrument cluster, the trip odometer reset stem is used to operate the DIC.

If the vehicle has the uplevel instrument cluster, the right steering wheel controls are used to operate the DIC.

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Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System

If equipped, FCA may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. FCA provides a

green indicator, is detected ahead. This indicator displays amber if you follow another vehicle much too closely. When approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly, FCA provides a red flashing

w or x : Press to move up or

down in a list.

o or p : Press to move between

the interactive display zones in the cluster.

V : Press to open a menu or select

a menu item. Press and hold to reset values on certain screens.

See Driver Information Center (DIC)

(Base Level) on page 5-30 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) on page 5-32.

alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps or pulses the driver seat.

See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System on page 9-59.

Lane Departure Warning (LDW)

If equipped, LDW is intended to help avoid unintentional lane departures at speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or greater. LDW uses a camera sensor to detect the lane markings. The

LDW indicator, a lane marking is detected. If the vehicle departs the lane, the

V, when a vehicle

@, appears green if

indicator will change to amber and flash. In addition, the driver seat will pulse or beeps will sound.

See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 9-61.

Rear Vision Camera (RVC)

If equipped, the RVC displays a view of the area behind the vehicle, on the center stack display, when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse).

See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing on page 9-56.

Parking Assist

If equipped, Rear Parking Assist (RPA) uses sensors on the rear bumper to assist with parking and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse). It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may display a warning triangle on the Rear Vision Camera screen and a graphic on the instrument cluster to

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provide the object distance. In addition, multiple beeps or seat pulses may occur if very close to an object.

The vehicle may also have the Front Parking Assist system.

See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing on page 9-56.

Vehicles with Bench Seats

One on the center stack below the climate control system.

One or two in the storage area on the bench seat.

Lift the cover to access and replace when not in use.

See Power Outlets on page 5-6.

Power Outlets

Accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone, MP3 player, etc.

The vehicle may have up to four accessory power outlets.

Vehicles with a Center Console

One or two in front of the cupholders on the center console.

One inside the center console.

One on the rear of the center console.

Universal Remote System

If equipped with the Universal Remote system, these buttons will be in the front overhead console.

This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices.

See Universal Remote System on page 5-52.

Sunroof

If equipped, the sunroof only operates when the ignition is in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained

Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-28.

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Vent: From the closed position,

press the rear of the TILT switch to vent the sunroof.

Manual-Open/Manual-Close: To open the sunroof, press and hold the rear of the SLIDE switch until the sunroof reaches the desired position. Press and hold the front of the SLIDE switch to close it.

Express-Open/Express-Close: To express-open the sunroof, fully press and release the rear of the SLIDE switch until the sunroof reaches the desired position. To express-close the sunroof, fully press and release the front of the SLIDE switch. Press the switch again to stop it.

When the sunroof is opened, an air deflector will automatically raise. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed.

The sunroof also has a sunshade that can be pulled forward to block the rays of the sun. Open and close the sunshade manually.

If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof.

See Sunroof on page 2-22.

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Control

The vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin and the StabiliTrak system that assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. Both systems come on automatically when the vehicle is started and begins to move.

To turn off traction control, press and release stack. The traction off light

displays in the instrument cluster. The appropriate “Driver Information Center (DIC)” message displays. See Ride

Control System Messages on page 5-40.

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To turn off both traction control and StabiliTrak, press and

hold

g until i and g illuminate

in the instrument cluster and the appropriate DIC message displays. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5-40.

Press and release g again to turn on both systems.

StabiliTrak will automatically turn on if the vehicle exceeds 56 km/h (35 mph). Traction control will remain off.

See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-49.

Tire Pressure Monitor

This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).

The low tire pressure warning light alerts to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-15. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected.

The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started, and then turn off as the vehicle is driven. This may be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure.

The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. Maintain the correct tire pressures.

See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10-61.

Engine Oil Life System

The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and, on most vehicles, displays a DIC message when it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change.

Resetting the Oil Life System

To reset the engine oil life system:

1. Display OIL LIFE REMAINING on the DIC. See Driver

Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) on page 5-30 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) on page 5-32. If the

vehicle does not have DIC buttons, the vehicle must be in P (Park) to access this display.

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2. Press and hold the V button on

the DIC, or the trip odometer reset stem if the vehicle does not have DIC buttons, for several seconds. The oil life will change to 100%.

The oil life system can also be reset as follows:

1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off.

2. Fully press the accelerator pedal slowly three times within five seconds.

3. Display OIL LIFE REMAINING on the DIC. If the display shows 100%, the system is reset.

See Engine Oil Life System on page 10-13.

E85 or FlexFuel

Vehicles with a yellow fuel cap can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). See E85 or FlexFuel

on page 9-65. For all other vehicles, use only the unleaded gasoline described under Fuel on page 9-63.

Driving for Better Fuel Economy

Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.

Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.

Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.

Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.

When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.

Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.

Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.

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Combine several trips into a single trip.

Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.

Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.

Roadside Assistance Program

U.S.: 1-888-881-3302

TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438

Canada: 1-800-268-6800

New GMC owners are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance Program.

See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13-5.

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OnStar

This vehicle may be equipped with a comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can connect to a live OnStar Advisor for Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connection, and Diagnostic Services. OnStar services may require a paid subscription. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1.

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Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 2-6

Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7

Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Doors

Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Vehicle Security

Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . 2-11

Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12

Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . 2-12

Exterior Mirrors

Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

Trailer-Tow Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14

Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15

Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16

Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . 2-16

Blind Spot Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16

Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . 2-17

Interior Mirrors

Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . 2-17

Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . 2-17

Automatic Dimming Rearview

Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18

Windows

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18

Manual Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18

Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18

Rear Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21

Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21

Roof

Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22

Keys and Locks

Keys

Warning

{

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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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 a Recognized Key

To program a new key:

1. Insert the original, already programmed key in the ignition and turn the key to the ON/RUN position.

2. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF, and remove the key.

3. Insert the new key to be programmed and turn it to the ON/RUN position within five seconds.

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

4. Repeat Steps 1–3 if additional keys are to be programmed.

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

Programming without a Recognized Key

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

If there are no currently recognized keys 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 to ON/RUN. The security light will come on.

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

4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.

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5. Repeat Steps 2–4 two more times. After the third time, turn to ON/RUN; the key is learned and all previously known keys will no longer work with the vehicle.

Remaining keys can be learned by following the procedure in “Programming with a Recognized Key.”

The key has a bar-coded key tag that the dealer or qualified locksmith can use to make new keys. Store this information in a safe place, not in the vehicle.

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

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

With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13-12.

If there is a decrease in the 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 on page 2-3.

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With Remote Start (without

Remote Start Similar)

/ (Remote Vehicle Start):

If equipped, engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2-6.

/ is used to start the

Q (Lock): Press to lock all doors.

If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the turn signal lamps flash once to indicate locking has occurred. If enabled through the DIC, the horn chirps

when

Q is pressed again within

three seconds. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-45.

Pressing theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm System on page 2-11.

If equipped with auto mirror folding, pressing and holding

one second will fold the mirrors. The auto mirror folding feature will not operate unless it is enabled. See

Vehicle Personalization on page 5-45.

Q arms the content

Q for

K (Unlock): Press once to unlock

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

If enabled through the DIC, the turn signal lamps flash twice to indicate unlocking has occurred. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-45. If enabled through the DIC, the

K is pressed

exterior lamps may turn on. See

Vehicle Personalization on page 5-45.

Pressing disarms the content theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm System on page 2-11.

If equipped with auto mirror folding, pressing and holding

one second will unfold the mirrors. The auto mirror folding feature will not operate unless it is enabled. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-45.

K on the RKE transmitter

K for

7 (Vehicle Locator/Panic

Alarm): 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 moved to ON/

7 for at least

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RUN or 7 is pressed again. The ignition must be in LOCK/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.

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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Battery Replacement

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

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

Caution

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.

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

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Remote Vehicle Start

If equipped with the remote start feature, the climate control system will come on when the vehicle is started remotely depending on the outside temperature.

The rear defog and heated and cooled seats, if equipped, may also come on. See Heated and Cooled

Front Seats on page 3-8 and Vehicle Personalization on page 5-45.

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

Do not use remote start if the vehicle is low on fuel.

The vehicle cannot be remote started if:

The key is in the ignition (Key Access) or the transmitter is in the vehicle (Keyless Access)

The hood is not closed.

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

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 reduced while the vehicle is running.

Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2-3 or Vehicle Personalization on page 5-45.

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 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for 10-minute time extension.

Place the ignition in ON/RUN/ START to operate the vehicle.

Extending Engine Run Time

The engine run time can be extended by 10 minutes, for a total of 20 minutes, if during the first 10 minutes Steps 1–2 are repeated while the engine is still running.

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

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

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Canceling a Remote Start

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

Press and hold / until the parking lamps turn off.

Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

Turn the ignition on and then off.

Door Locks

Warning

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Unlocked doors can be dangerous.

Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked. So, all

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passengers should wear safety 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 the vehicle. Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening.

There are several ways to lock and unlock the vehicle.

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

From inside, use the power door locks. See Power Door Locks on page 2-8.

From inside, pull the door handle once to unlock the door. Pull the handle again to open the door.

See Vehicle Alarm System on page 2-11.

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Power Door Locks

Crew/Double Cab Premium

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Base Trim

Q : Press to lock the doors.

K : Press to unlock the doors.

Delayed Locking

If equipped, when locking the doors with the power lock switch and a door open, the doors will lock five seconds after the last door is closed. Three chimes signal that delayed locking is in use.

Pressing the power lock switch twice overrides the delayed locking feature and immediately locks all doors.

This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition.

Turn delayed locking on or off using vehicle personalization. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-45.

Automatic Door Locks

The doors will lock automatically when all doors are closed, the ignition is on, and the shift lever is moved out of P (Park).

To unlock the doors:

Press K on a door.

Shift the transmission into P (Park).

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Lockout Protection

If the driver side power door lock switch is pressed when the driver door is open and the key is in the ignition, all of the doors will lock and then the driver door will unlock.

This feature may be turned off and on through vehicle personalization. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-45.

Safety Locks

The rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle.

Crew/Double Cab Premium

Shown, Others Similar

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) on page 9-28.

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

Doors

Tailgate

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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 safety belt properly.

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

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

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

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

Tailgate Removal

The tailgate can be removed to allow for different loading situations. Assistance may be needed with the removal to avoid damage to the vehicle.

On vehicles with a Rear Vision Camera, it must be disconnected before removing the tailgate. See

Driver Assistance Systems on page 9-55.

To remove the tailgate:

1. Raise the tailgate and support it firmly. Pull out and hold the cable retaining clip (1). Push the cable (3) up and off of the bolt (2). Repeat on the other side.

2. With the tailgate about halfway open, lift the right edge of the tailgate from the lower pivot.

On vehicles with the tailgate assist feature, raise the tailgate nearly all the way to the closed position prior to removing the left edge.

3. Move the tailgate to the right and away to release the left edge.

Reverse this procedure to reinstall the tailgate. Make sure the tailgate is secure.

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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.

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 Q 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 RKE 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

If the driver door is opened without first unlocking 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 RKE 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

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.

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To avoid setting off the alarm by accident:

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.

How to Detect 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 on page 13-12.

Immobilizer Operation

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 key is turned to ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or START from the LOCK/OFF position.

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 on page 10-41. 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.

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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 keys, see Keys on page 2-1. To program additional transmitters, see Remote Keyless

Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3.

Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the vehicle theft 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.

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

Trailer-Tow Mirrors

If equipped, adjust trailer-tow mirrors for a clearer view of the objects behind you. Manually pull out the mirror head to extend it for better visibility when towing a trailer.

The lower portion of the mirror is convex. A convex mirror's surface is curved to see more from the driver

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seat. The convex mirror can be adjusted manually to the driver preferred position for better vision.

The mirror may have a turn signal arrow that flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change.

Power Mirrors

Base Power Mirrors

If equipped with power mirrors:

1. Press (1) or (2) to select the driver or passenger side mirror.

2. Press one of the four arrows on the control pad to move the mirror in the desired direction.

3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen.

4. Move the selector switch to the center position when not adjusting either outside mirror.

Crew/Double Cab Premium

Shown, Other Models Similar

1. Press (1) or (2) to select the driver or passenger side mirror.

2. Press one of the four arrows on the control pad while the indicator light on button (1) or (2) is illuminated, to move the mirror in the desired direction.

3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen.

4. Press either (1) or (2) again to deselect the mirror.

If you do not deselect the mirror, the feature will turn off after about one minute.

If equipped, the mirrors may include a memory function that works with the memory seats. See Memory Seats on page 3-6.

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Folding Mirrors

Power Folding

If equipped with power folding mirrors:

1. Press

2. Press

The mirrors may also include a memory function that works with the memory seats. See Memory Seats on page 3-6.

g (2) to fold the mirrors

out to the driving position.

g (2) again to fold the

mirrors in to the folded position.

Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors

Reset the power folding mirrors if:

The mirrors are accidentally obstructed while folding.

They are accidentally manually folded/unfolded.

The mirrors will not stay in the unfolded position.

The mirrors vibrate at normal driving speeds.

Fold and unfold the mirrors three times using the mirror controls to reset them to their normal position. A popping noise may be heard. This sound is normal after a manual folding operation.

Manual Folding

If equipped, push the mirror toward the vehicle to fold. Push the mirror outward to return to its original position.

Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash.

Auto Folding Mirrors

If equipped, with the ignition off, press and hold

transmitter for approximately one second to fold the mirrors.

Press and hold transmitter to unfold the mirrors. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3.

This feature is turned on and off through vehicle personalization. See

Vehicle Personalization on page 5-45.

Q on the RKE

K on the RKE

Turn Signal Indicator

If equipped, indicator lights on the mirror flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.

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Heated Mirrors

(Rear Window Defogger):

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

W (Heated Side Mirrors):

If equipped, press to turn the heated mirrors on or off.

If the vehicle has trailer-tow mirrors, only the upper glass of the mirror is heated. The lower convex part of the towing mirrors is not heated.

See “Rear Window Defogger” under

Climate Control Systems (with Heater Only) on page 8-1 or Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) on page 8-3 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8-5.

Automatic Dimming Mirror

If equipped, the driver outside mirror automatically adjusts for the glare of the headlamps from behind. This feature comes on when the vehicle is started.

Blind Spot Mirrors

If equipped, there is a small convex mirror built into the upper and outer corner of the driver outside rearview mirror. It can show objects that may be in the vehicle's blind zone.

Driving with the Blind Spot Mirror

Actual Mirror View

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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.

Reverse Tilt Mirrors

If equipped with the memory package, the passenger and/or driver mirror tilts to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This feature allows the driver to view the curb when parallel parking. The mirror(s) return to the original position when the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse), the ignition is turned off, or if the vehicle is driven in (R) above a predetermined speed.

Turn this feature on or off through vehicle personalization. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-45.

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 your dealer for more information about OnStar and how to subscribe to it. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1.

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.

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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.

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.

Manual Windows

If equipped, turn the hand crank on each door to manually raise or lower the manual windows.

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 on page 2-1.

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If equipped, the driver door has a switch to control all windows. Each passenger door has a switch to control that window.

The power windows:

Can be operated with the ignition in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY.

Can be operated in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See

Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-28.

Will stop operation when any door is opened.

Press the switch down to lower the window, and pull up the front of the switch to raise the window.

Express-Down Windows

If equipped, the express-down feature allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch. Press the window switch down fully and release it to activate the express-down feature. The express-down feature can be canceled at any time by briefly pressing the switch.

Express-Up Window

If equipped, the driver window express-up feature allows the window to be raised without holding the switch. Pull the window switch up fully and release it to activate the express-up feature. The express-up feature can be canceled at any time by briefly pulling the switch.

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Programming the Power Windows

If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged or disconnected, or is not working, the driver power window will need to be reprogrammed for the express-up feature to work.

To reprogram the power windows:

1. Close all doors.

2. Place the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/ START.

3. From any open position, pull the power window switch up until the window is fully closed.

4. Hold the switch up for approximately two seconds after the window is fully closed.

The window is now reprogrammed.

Express Window Anti-Pinch Feature

If any object is in the path of the window when express-up is active, the window stops at the obstacle and auto-reverses to a preset factory position. Weather conditions such as severe icing also cause the window to auto-reverse. The window returns to normal operation once the obstacle or condition is removed.

Express Window Anti-Pinch Override

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If express override is activated, the window will not reverse automatically. You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged. Before you use express override, make sure that all people and obstructions are clear of the window path.

The anti-pinch feature can be overridden in a supervised mode. Hold the window switch in the partially or fully pulled up position. The window rises for as long as the switch is held. Once the switch is released, the express mode is reactivated.

In this mode, the window can still close on an object in its path. Use care when using the override mode.

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Window Lockout

Rear Windows

Power Sliding Rear Window

Crew/Double Cab Premium

Shown, Other Models Similar

Z (Window Lockout): The driver

door power window switch has a lockout feature. This feature prevents the rear windows from operating, except from the driver position. Press the switch to engage or disengage the lockout feature. An indicator light on the switch will come on when the lockout feature is engaged, and will go off when disengaged.

Press the switch to open the window.

Pull the switch to close the window.

The power sliding rear window cannot be operated manually.

Sun Visors

Pull the sun visor down to block glare. If equipped, detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window or to extend along the rod.

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Roof

Sunroof

If equipped, the sunroof operates when the ignition is in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-28.

Vent: From the closed position, press the rear of the TILT switch to vent the sunroof.

Manual-Open/Manual-Close: To open the sunroof, press and hold the rear of the SLIDE switch until the sunroof reaches the desired position. Press and hold the front of the SLIDE switch to close it

When the sunroof is opened, an air deflector will automatically raise. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed.

The sunroof also has a sunshade, which can be pulled forward to block sun rays. The sunshade must be opened and closed manually.

If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof.

Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not remove grease from the sunroof tracks.

If water is seen dripping into the water drainage system, this is normal.

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Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Front Seats

Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Center Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . 3-4

Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

Heated and Cooled Front

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

Rear Seats

Rear Seats (Double Cab Full

Bench) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10

Rear Seats (Split Bench) . . . . . 3-11

Safety Belts

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12

How to Wear Safety Belts

Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13

Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14

Safety Belt Use During

Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19

Lap Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19

Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . 3-20

Safety System Check . . . . . . . . 3-20

Safety Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20

Replacing Safety Belt System

Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . 3-21

Airbag System

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21

Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . 3-23

When Should an Airbag

Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25

What Makes an Airbag

Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26

How Does an Airbag

Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27

What Will You See after an

Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27

Airbag On-Off Switch . . . . . . . . 3-28

Passenger Sensing

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30

Servicing the Airbag-Equipped

Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35

Adding Equipment to the

Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-35

Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . 3-36

Replacing Airbag System

Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . 3-36

Child Restraints

Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37

Infants and Young

Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-39

Child Restraint Systems . . . . . 3-42

Where to Put the Restraint . . . 3-43 Lower Anchors and Tethers

for Children (LATCH

System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-45

Replacing LATCH System

Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . 3-57

Securing Child Restraints

(Center Front Seat) . . . . . . . . . 3-58

Securing Child Restraints

(Front Passenger Seat) . . . . 3-58

Securing Child Restraints

(Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-67

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Head Restraints

Front Seats

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.

On some models, the head restraints adjust forward and rearward. To adjust the head

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restraint forward, grasp the head restraint and pull forward to the desired locking position. To adjust the head restraint rearward, grasp the head restraint and pull forward fully until the mechanism releases and allows the head restraint to return to the full rear position.

The front seat outboard head restraints are not removable.

Rear Seats

The rear seat has adjustable headrests in the outboard seating positions.

The height of the headrest can be adjusted. Pull the headrest up to raise it. To lower the headrest, push the headrest down.

If you are installing a child restraint in the rear seat, see “Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System” under Lower

Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-45.

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 a manual seat:

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

2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the handle.

3. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place.

To adjust the seatback, see Reclining Seatbacks on page 3-5.

To adjust the lumbar support, see Lumbar Adjustment on page 3-4.

Center Seat

If equipped, the center front seatback doubles as an armrest and cupholder/storage area for the driver and passenger when the center front seat is not used. Do not use it as a seating position when the seatback is folded down.

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Power Seat Adjustment

To adjust a power seat, if equipped:

Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.

If equipped, raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.

If equipped, raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the control up or down.

To adjust the seatback, see Reclining Seatbacks on page 3-5.

To adjust the lumbar support, see Lumbar Adjustment on page 3-4.

Some vehicles are equipped with a feature that activates a vibrating pulse alert in the driver seat to help the driver avoid crashes. See Driver Assistance Systems on page 9-55.

Lumbar Adjustment

Manual Lumbar

If equipped, move the lever up or down repeatedly to increase or decrease lumbar support.

Power Lumbar

To adjust the power lumbar support, if equipped:

Press and hold the control forward to increase or rearward to decrease upper and lower lumbar support at the same time.

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If equipped, press and hold the control up to increase upper lumbar support and decrease lower lumbar support.

Press and hold the control down to increase lower lumbar support and decrease upper lumbar support.

Reclining Seatbacks

Warning

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Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job.

The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.

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The lap belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries.

For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear the safety belt properly.

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Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving.

Manual Reclining Seatbacks

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If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.

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To adjust a manual seatback:

1. Lift the lever.

The seatback will automatically fold forward.

2. To recline, move the seatback rearward to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.

3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.

To return the seatback to the upright position:

1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position.

2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.

Power Reclining Seatbacks

To recline a power seatback, if equipped:

Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline.

Tilt the top of the control forward to raise.

Memory Seats

Crew/Double Cab Shown, Other

Models Similar

If memory equipped, the SET, "1," "2," and

driver door are used to manually save and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirrors, and adjustable pedals (if equipped).

B (Exit) buttons on the

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Storing Memory Positions

To save positions to the “1” and “2” buttons:

1. Adjust the driver seat, outside mirrors, and adjustable pedals (if equipped) to the desired driving positions.

2. Press and release SET, then immediately press and hold “1” until a beep sounds.

3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for a second driver using “2.”

To save positions to the button and easy exit features:

1. Adjust the driver seat, adjustable pedals (if equipped), and the outside mirrors on some vehicles to the desired positions for getting out of the vehicle.

2. Press and release SET, then immediately press and hold

until a beep sounds.

B (Exit)

Manually Recalling Memory Positions

If the vehicle is OFF or not in P (Park), press and hold "1," "2," or

B to manually recall the previously

stored memory positions. Releasing "1,” "2," or

positions are reached stops the recall.

If the vehicle is ON and in P (Park), press and release “1,” “2,” or

manually recall the previously stored memory positions. Placing the ignition in OFF/LOCK before the stored positions are reached stops the recall.

If something has blocked the driver seat and/or adjustable pedals while recalling a memory position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction; then press and hold the appropriate manual control for the memory item that is not recalling for two seconds. Try recalling the memory position again by pressing the appropriate memory button.

B before the stored

B to

If the memory position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service.

Automatically Recalling Memory Positions (Auto Memory Recall)

The Auto (Automatic) Memory Recall feature automatically recalls the current driver’s previously stored “1” or “2” position when entering the vehicle.

If the Auto Memory Recall feature is enabled in the vehicle personalization menu, memory “1” or “2” positions are recalled in the following ways:

Press K on the RKE transmitter and open the driver door.

Press K on the RKE transmitter when the driver door is already open.

See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-45.

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To stop recall movement, press one of the memory, power mirror or power seat controls; or press the adjustable pedal control (if equipped).

If something has blocked the driver seat and/or the adjustable pedals (if equipped) while recalling a memory position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction; then press and hold the appropriate manual control for the memory item that is not recalling for two seconds. Try recalling the memory position again by opening the driver door and

pressing If the memory position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service.

Easy Exit Recall

If programmed on in the vehicle personalization menu, the easy exit feature automatically moves the driver seat, adjustable pedals (if equipped), and outside mirrors on some vehicles to the memory

positions saved to the

K on the RKE transmitter.

B (Exit)

button. See “Storing Memory Positions” listed previously. See also Vehicle Personalization on page 5-45.

Easy exit recall automatically activates when one of the following occurs:

The vehicle is turned off and the driver door is opened within a short time.

The vehicle is turned off with the driver door open.

If something has blocked the driver seat and/or adjustable pedals (if equipped) while recalling the exit position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction; then press and hold the appropriate manual control for the exit feature not recalling for two seconds. Try recalling the exit position again. If the exit position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service.

Heated and Cooled Front Seats

Warning

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If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns. To reduce the risk of burns, people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater, especially for long periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket, cushion, cover, or similar item. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat.

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Heated and Cooled Seat Buttons

Shown, Heated Seat Buttons

Similar

If equipped, the buttons are on the center stack. To operate, the engine must be running.

Press

I to heat the driver or

passenger seatback only.

Press

J to heat the driver or

passenger seat cushion and seatback.

A to cool the driver or

Press passenger seat.

The indicator light on the button comes on when this feature is on.

Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The indicator lights next to the buttons indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest. If the heated seats are on high, their level may automatically be lowered.

Remote Start Auto Heated and Cooled Seats

During a remote start, the heated or cooled seats can be turned on automatically. When it is cold outside, the heated seats turn on, and when it is hot outside the cooled seats turn on. The heated or cooled seats are canceled when the ignition is turned on. Press the heated or cooled seat button to use the heated or cooled seats after the vehicle is started.

The heated or cooled seat indicator lights do not turn on during a remote start.

The temperature performance of an unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is normal.

The heated or cooled seats will not turn on during a remote start unless they are enabled in the vehicle personalization menu. See Remote

Vehicle Start on page 2-6 and Vehicle Personalization on page 5-45.

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Rear Seats

Rear Seats (Double Cab Full Bench)

Folding the Rear Seat

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Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat.

To fold the seat:

1. Pull up on the front of the seat cushion while pulling down on the release strap loop under the seat cushion.

2. Pull the seat cushion up until it latches with the seatback.

3. Pull forward on the seat cushion to make sure it is locked in place.

To unfold the seat:

1. Push the seat cushion rearward while pulling the release strap loop under the seat cushion. Pull the seat cushion down until it latches.

2. Pull up on the seat cushion to make sure it is locked in place.

Make sure the safety belts are not twisted or caught in the seat cushion.

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A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After raising the rear seatback, always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted.

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Rear Seats (Split Bench)

Folding Rear Seat

Either side of the rear seat can be folded for added cargo space.

Caution

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Make sure that nothing is on the seat cushion.

To fold the seat, slowly pull the seat cushion up.

To return the seat to the normal seating position, slowly pull the seat cushion down.

Make sure the safety belts are not twisted or caught in the seat cushion.

Warning

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Safety Belts

This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts.

Warning

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Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger(s) are not wearing safety belts, injuries can be much worse than if you are wearing safety belts. You can be seriously injured or killed by hitting things inside the vehicle harder or by being ejected from the vehicle. In addition, anyone who is not buckled up can strike other passengers in the vehicle.

It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, passengers riding in these areas

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are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts.

Always wear a safety belt, and check that all passenger(s) are restrained properly too.

This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the safety belts. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 5-17.

Why Safety Belts Work

When riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast as the vehicle does. If the vehicle stops suddenly, you keep going until something stops you. It could be the windshield, the instrument panel, or the safety belts!

When you wear a safety belt, you and the vehicle slow down together. There is more time to stop because you stop over a longer distance and, when worn properly, your strongest bones take the forces from the

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safety belts. That is why wearing safety belts makes such good sense.

Questions and Answers About Safety Belts

Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle

after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt?

A: You could be — whether you are

wearing a safety belt or not. Your chance of being conscious during and after a crash, so you

can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.

Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why

should I have to wear safety belts?

A: Airbags are supplemental

systems only; so they work with safety belts — not instead of them. Whether or not an airbag is provided, all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection.

Also, in nearly all states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts.

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly

This section is only for people of adult size.

There are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and infants. If a child will be riding in the vehicle, see Older

Children on page 3-37 or Infants and Young Children on page 3-39.

Follow those rules for everyone's protection.

It is very important for all occupants to buckle up. Statistics show that unbelted people are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts.

There are important things to know about wearing a safety belt properly.

Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you.

Always use the correct buckle for your seating position.

Wear the lap part of the belt low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries.

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Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash.

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You can be seriously injured, or even killed, by not wearing your safety belt properly.

Never allow the lap or shoulder belt to become loose or twisted.

Never wear the shoulder belt under both arms or behind your back.

Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an armrest.

Lap-Shoulder Belt

If the vehicle is a regular cab, then all seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. If the vehicle is a double or crew cab, then all seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt except for the center front passenger position (if equipped), which has a lap belt. See Lap Belt on page 3-19 for more information.

The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly.

1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index.

2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted.

The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly.

If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature may be engaged. If this happens, let the belt go back all the way and start again.

Engaging the child restraint locking feature may affect the passenger sensing system, if equipped. See Passenger

Sensing System on page 3-30

for more information.

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later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information.

For the driver and front outboard seating positions on light duty vehicles and the center seating position (if equipped) on crew cab and double cab models, if the webbing locks in the latch plate before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate flat to unlock.

3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.

Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 3-20.

Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.

4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See “Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster”

5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt.

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Adjust the height so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it. The belt should be close to, but not contacting, the neck. Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash. See How

to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3-13.

To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position.

Before a door is closed, be sure the safety belt is out of the way. If a door is slammed against a safety belt, damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle.

Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster

The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and front outboard passenger.

Push down on the release button to move the height adjuster to the desired position.

Move the adjuster up by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide.

After the adjuster is set to the desired position, try to move it down without pushing the release button to make sure it has locked into position.

Safety Belt Pretensioners

This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants. Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the safety belt assembly. They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal, near frontal, or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met. And, if your vehicle has side impact airbags, safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a side crash. If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail airbags, safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a rollover event.

Pretensioners work only once. If the pretensioners activate in a crash, they will need to be replaced, and

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the vehicle's safety belt system will probably need other new parts. See

Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash on page 3-21.

Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides

Rear safety belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the shoulder belt away from the neck and head.

This vehicle may have an adjustable comfort guide. Additional comfort guides are available through your dealer.

To install the adjustable comfort guide to the seatback and the safety belt:

1. Locate the anchorage loop on the rear outboard seatback, near the top.

2. Attach the adjustable comfort guide to the anchor loop by threading the hook through the loop.

3. Place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide.

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Improper comfort guide adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash.

Warning

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A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder

4. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.

5. The elastic cord on the comfort guide is adjustable. Make it longer or shorter by squeezing both ends of the plastic adjuster and pulling on the elastic cord or the guide.

6. Adjust the guide so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it. The belt should be close to, but not contacting, the neck.

belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.

7. Buckle and position the safety belt as described previously in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder.

To remove and store the comfort guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can be removed from the guide. Unhook the guide from the loop on the seat. Store the guide in a convenient place like the glove box for the next time it is needed.

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Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy

Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts.

A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy.

The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.

Lap Belt

This section is only for the lap belt. To learn how to wear a lap-shoulder belt, see Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3-14.

The vehicle may have a center seating position with a lap safety belt. The lap safety belt does not have a retractor.

To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt.

Buckle, position, and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt.

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To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug.

If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 3-20.

Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary.

Safety Belt Extender

If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it.

But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer will order you an extender. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. To help avoid personal injury, do not let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit. The extender has been designed for adults. Never use it for securing child seats. To wear it, attach it to the regular safety belt. See the instruction sheet that comes with the extender.

Safety System Check

Now and then, check that the safety belt reminder light, safety belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and anchorages are all working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job. See your dealer to have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a

crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away.

Make sure the safety belt reminder light is working. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 5-17.

Keep safety belts clean and dry. See Safety Belt Care on page 3-20.

Safety Belt Care

Keep belts clean and dry.

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Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash

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A crash can damage the safety belt system in the vehicle. A damaged safety belt system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure the safety belt systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.

After a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not be necessary. But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged.

See your dealer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced.

New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt system was not being used at the time of the crash.

Have the safety belt pretensioners checked if the vehicle has been in a crash, or if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or while you are driving. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5-18.

Airbag System

The vehicle has the following airbags:

A frontal airbag for the driver.

A frontal airbag for the front outboard passenger.

The vehicle may have the following airbags:

A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the driver.

A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the front outboard passenger.

A roof-rail airbag for the driver and the passenger seated directly behind the driver.

A roof-rail airbag for the front outboard passenger and the person seated directly behind the front outboard passenger.

All of the airbags in the vehicle will have the word AIRBAG on the trim or on a label near the deployment opening.

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For frontal airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the center of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the front outboard passenger.

For seat-mounted side impact airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the seatback closest to the door.

For roof-rail airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim.

Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Even though today's airbags are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag, all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job.

Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system:

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with airbags. Airbags are designed to work with safety belts, not replace them. Also, airbags are not designed to inflate in every crash. In some crashes safety belts are the only restraint. See When Should an Airbag Inflate? on page 3-25.

Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce the chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Airbags are “supplemental restraints” to the safety belts. Everyone in the vehicle should wear a safety belt properly, whether or not there is an airbag for that person.

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Because airbags inflate with great force and faster than the blink of an eye, anyone who is up against, or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Do not sit unnecessarily close to any airbag, as you would be if sitting on the edge of the seat or leaning forward. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear a safety belt, even with airbags. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle.

Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with seat-mounted side impact airbags and/or roof-rail airbags.

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Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Always secure children properly in the vehicle. To read how, see Older Children on

page 3-37 or Infants and Young Children on page 3-39.

There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument cluster, which shows the airbag symbol.

The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5-18 for more information.

Where Are the Airbags?

The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel.

The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel.

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Driver Side Shown, Passenger

Side Similar

If the vehicle has seat-mounted side impact airbags for the driver and front outboard passenger, they are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door.

Driver Side Crew Cab Shown,

Passenger Side Double and

Regular Cabs Similar

If the vehicle has roof-rail airbags for the driver, front outboard passenger, and second row outboard passengers, they are in the ceiling above the side windows.

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or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering.

Do not use seat accessories that block the inflation path of a seat-mounted side impact airbag.

Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags by routing a rope or tie‐down through any door or window opening. If you do, the path of an inflating roof-rail airbag will be blocked.

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When Should an Airbag Inflate?

This vehicle is equipped with airbags. See Airbag System on page 3-21. Airbags are designed to inflate if the impact exceeds the specific airbag system's deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restrain the occupants. The vehicle has electronic sensors which help the airbag system determine the severity of the impact. Deployment thresholds can vary with specific vehicle design.

Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries, mainly to the driver's or front outboard passenger's head and chest.

Whether the frontal airbags will or should inflate is not based primarily on how fast the vehicle is traveling.

It depends on what is hit, the direction of the impact, and how quickly the vehicle slows down.

Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds depending on whether the vehicle hits an object straight on or at an angle, and whether the object is fixed or moving, rigid or deformable, narrow or wide.

Frontal airbags are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts, or in many side impacts.

In addition, if the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) is at or below 3 855 kg (8,500 lb), the vehicle has advanced technology frontal airbags. You can find the GVWR on the Certification/Tire label on the center pillar of the vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-15 for more information.

Advanced technology frontal airbags adjust the restraint according to crash severity. Vehicles with advanced technology frontal airbags

have a seat position sensor that enables the sensing system to monitor the position of the driver seat. The seat position sensor provides information that is used to adjust the deployment of the driver frontal airbag.

If the GVWR is at or below 4 536 kg (10,000 lb), the vehicle has seat-mounted side impact airbags. Vehicles with a GVWR above 4 536 kg (10,000 lb) may or may not have seat-mounted side impact airbags. Seat-mounted side impact airbags, if equipped, are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes depending on the location of the impact. Seat-mounted side impact airbags are not designed to inflate in frontal impacts, near frontal impacts, rollovers, or rear impacts. A seat-mounted side impact airbag is designed to inflate on the side of the vehicle that is struck.

Vehicles with a GVWR at or below 3 855 kg (8,500 lb) have roof-rail airbags. These roof-rail airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to

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severe side crashes depending on the location of the impact. In addition, these roof-rail airbags are designed to inflate during a rollover or in a severe frontal impact. The roof-rail airbags are not designed to inflate in rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags will inflate when either side of the vehicle is struck or if the sensing system predicts that the vehicle is about to roll over on its side, or in a severe frontal impact.

Vehicles with a GVWR above 3 855 kg (8,500 lb) up to and including 4 536 kg (10,000 lb) also have roof-rail airbags. These roof-rail airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes depending on the location of the impact. Both roof-rail airbags will inflate when either side of the vehicle is struck. In addition, these roof-rail airbags are designed to inflate in a severe frontal impact. The roof-rail airbags are also rollover capable except on models sold as an incomplete vehicle with the pickup box removed. If the

roof-rail airbags are rollover capable, both roof-rail airbags will also inflate if the sensing system predicts that the vehicle is about to roll over on its side. The roof-rail airbags are not designed to inflate in rear impacts.

Vehicles with a GVWR above 4 536 kg (10,000 lb) may or may not be equipped with roof-rail airbags. These roof-rail airbags, if equipped, are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes depending on the location of the impact. Both roof-rail airbags will inflate when either side of the vehicle is struck. In addition, these roof-rail airbags are designed to inflate in a severe frontal impact. If the vehicle has single rear wheels and has a factory-installed pickup box and roof-rail airbags, the roof-rail airbags are rollover capable. If the vehicle has dual rear wheels, or is sold as an incomplete vehicle, as a chassis cab, or with the pickup box removed, and has roof-rail airbags, the roof-rail airbags are not rollover

capable. If the airbags are rollover capable, both roof-rail airbags will also inflate if the sensing system predicts that the vehicle is about to roll over on its side. The roof-rail airbags are not designed to inflate in rear impacts.

In any particular crash, no one can say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the vehicle damage or repair costs.

What Makes an Airbag Inflate?

In a deployment event, the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to break out of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, and related hardware are all part of the airbag module.

For airbag locations, see Where Are the Airbags? on page 3-23.

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How Does an Airbag Restrain?

In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle.

Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts by distributing the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant's body.

Rollover capable roof-rail airbags are designed to help contain the head and chest of occupants in the outboard seating positions in the first and second rows. The rollover capable roof-rail airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of full or partial ejection in rollover events, although no system can prevent all such ejections.

But airbags would not help in many types of collisions, primarily because the occupant's motion is not toward those airbags. See When

Should an Airbag Inflate? on page 3-25.

Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts.

What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?

After the frontal airbags and seat-mounted side impact airbags inflate, they quickly deflate, so quickly that some people may not even realize an airbag inflated. Roof-rail airbags may still be at least partially inflated for some time after they inflate. Some components of the airbag module may be hot for several minutes. For location of the airbags, see Where Are the Airbags? on page 3-23.

The parts of the airbag that come into contact with you may be warm, but not too hot to touch. There may

be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated airbags. Airbag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of the windshield or being able to steer the vehicle, nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle.

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When an airbag inflates, there may be dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or a door. If you experience breathing problems following an airbag deployment, you should seek medical attention.

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The vehicle has a feature that may automatically unlock the doors, turn on the interior lamps and hazard warning flashers, and shut off the fuel system after the airbags inflate. The feature may also activate, without airbag inflation, after an event that exceeds a predetermined threshold. You can lock the doors, and turn off the interior lamps, and turn off the hazard warning flashers by using the controls for those features.

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concealed damage that could make it difficult to safely operate the vehicle.

Use caution if you should attempt to restart the engine after a crash has occurred.

In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the front outboard passenger airbag.

Airbags are designed to inflate only once. After an airbag inflates, you will need some new parts for the airbag system. If you do not get them, the airbag system will not be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include airbag modules and possibly

other parts. The service manual for the vehicle covers the need to replace other parts.

The vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash. See Vehicle Data

Recording and Privacy on page 13-14 and Event Data Recorders on page 13-14.

Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag systems. Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly. See your dealer for service.

Airbag On-Off Switch

If the passenger side instrument panel endcap has the switch pictured in the following illustration, the vehicle has an airbag on-off switch that you can use to manually turn on or off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag. See Instrument Panel on page 1-2.

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The infant has a medical condition which, according to the infant's physician, makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child's condition.

Child age 1 to 12. A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front

If the vehicle does not have an airbag on-off switch, it may have a passenger sensing system. See

Passenger Sensing System on page 3-30.

This switch should only be turned to the off position if the person in the front outboard passenger position is a member of a passenger risk group identified by the national government as follows:

Infant. An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the front seat because:

My vehicle has no rear seat;

My vehicle has a rear seat too

seat because:

My vehicle has no rear seat;

Although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear seat(s) whenever possible, children ages 1 to 12 sometimes must ride in the front because no space is available in the rear seat(s) of my vehicle; or

The child has a medical condition which, according to the child's physician, makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child's condition.

small to accommodate a rear-facing infant seat; or

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Medical Condition. A passenger has a medical condition which, according to his or her physician:

Causes the passenger airbag to pose a special risk for the passenger; and

Makes the potential harm from the passenger airbag in a crash greater than the potential harm from turning off the airbag and allowing the passenger, even if belted, to hit the instrument panel or windshield in a crash.

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If the front outboard passenger frontal airbag is turned off for a person who is not in a risk group identified by the national government, that person will not have the extra protection of an airbag. In a crash, the airbag will not be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there.

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Do not turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group.

To turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag, insert the ignition key into the switch, push in, and move the switch to the off position.

The word OFF or the off symbol will come on in the passenger airbag status indicator located in the overhead console to let you know that the front outboard passenger

frontal airbag is off, after the system check is completed. The airbag off light will come on and stay on to let you know that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag is off. See Airbag On-Off Light on page 5-18.

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If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. For example, the front outboard passenger frontal airbag could inflate even though the airbag on-off switch is turned off.

To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5-18 for more information, including important safety information.

To turn the front outboard passenger frontal airbag on again, insert the ignition key into the switch, push in, and move the switch to the on position.

The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is now enabled (may inflate). See Airbag On-Off Light on page 5-18.

Passenger Sensing System

If the vehicle has one of the following indicators, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position, unless there is an airbag on-off switch on the instrument

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panel endcap. If there is an airbag on-off switch, the vehicle does not have a passenger sensing system. See Airbag On-Off Switch on page 3-28 for more information.

The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the overhead console when the vehicle is started.

United States

Canada and Mexico

The words ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, will be visible during the system check. When the system check is complete, either the

word ON or OFF, or the symbol for on or off, will be visible. See

Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5-20.

The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system.

The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front outboard passenger seat and safety belt. The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag should be allowed to inflate or not.

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the correct child restraint for their weight and size.

Whenever possible, children age 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position.

Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front. This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys.

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A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position.

Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the passenger frontal airbag, no system is fail-safe. No one can guarantee that an airbag will not

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The system determines an infant

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inflate under some unusual circumstance, even though the airbag is off.

Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you secure a forward-facing child restraint in the front outboard passenger seat, always move the seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat.

If the vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint, a rear-facing child restraint should not be installed in the vehicle, even if the airbag is off.

The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag if:

The front outboard passenger seat is unoccupied.

is present in a child restraint.

A front outboard passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time.

There is a critical problem with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system.

When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag, the off indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbag is off. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5-20.

The passenger sensing system is designed to turn on the front outboard passenger frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front outboard passenger seat.

When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbag to be enabled, the on indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbag is active.

For some children, including children in child restraints, and for very small adults, the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag, depending upon the person's seating posture and body build. Everyone in the vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly — whether or not there is an airbag for that person.

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If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5-18 for more information, including important safety information.

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If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint

The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag if the system determines that an infant is present in a child restraint. If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit:

1. Turn the vehicle off.

2. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle.

3. Remove any additional items from the seat such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers.

4. Reinstall the child restraint following the directions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and refer to

Securing Child Restraints (Center Front Seat) on page 3-58 or Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat) on page 3-58 or Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat) on

page 3-67. Even if the child

restraint is equipped with a safety belt lock-off, make sure the safety belt retractor is locked by pulling the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor before tightening the safety belt. When the retractor lock is set, the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor.

5. If, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, turn the vehicle off. Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion, if adjustable, to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion.

Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint. If this happens, adjust the head restraint. See Head Restraints on page 3-2.

6. Restart the vehicle.

The passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the airbag for a child in a child restraint depending upon the child’s size. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat.

If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Sized Occupant

If a person of adult size is sitting in the front outboard passenger seat, but the off indicator is lit, it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat or that the child

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restraint locking feature is engaged. If this happens, use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and enable the front outboard passenger frontal airbag:

1. Turn the vehicle off.

2. Remove any additional material from the seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers.

3. Place the seatback in the fully upright position.

4. Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with legs comfortably extended.

5. If the shoulder portion of the belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature will be engaged. This may unintentionally cause the passenger sensing system to turn the airbag off for some adult-sized occupants. If this happens, unbuckle the belt, let the belt go back all the way, and

then buckle the belt again without pulling the belt out all the way.

6. Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for two to three minutes after the on indicator is lit.

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Additional Factors Affecting System Operation

Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status. See “Safety Belts” and “Child Restraints” in the Index for additional information about the importance of proper restraint use.

A thick layer of additional material, such as a blanket or cushion, or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers, seat heaters, and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates. We recommend that you not use seat covers or other aftermarket equipment except when approved by GM for your specific vehicle. See Adding Equipment to

the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 3-35 for more information

about modifications that can affect how the system operates.

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The on indicator may be lit if an object, such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device, is put on an unoccupied seat. If this is not desired, remove the object from the seat.

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Stowing of articles under the passenger seat or between the passenger seat cushion and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system.

Servicing the

purchase a service manual, see

Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13-11.

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For up to 10 seconds after the vehicle is turned off and the battery is disconnected, an airbag can still inflate during improper service. You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. They are probably part of the airbag system. Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so.

Airbag-Equipped Vehicle

Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around the vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system. To

Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle

Adding accessories that change the vehicle's frame, bumper system, height, front end, or side sheet metal, may keep the airbag system from working properly. The

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operation of the airbag system can also be affected by changing or moving any parts of the front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing and diagnostic module, steering wheel, instrument panel, roof-rail airbag modules, ceiling headliner or pillar garnish trim, overhead console, front sensors, side impact sensors, or airbag wiring.

Your dealer and the service manual have information about the location of the airbag sensors, sensing and diagnostic module, and airbag wiring.

In addition, the vehicle may have a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position, which includes sensors that are part of the passenger seat. The passenger sensing system may not operate properly if the original seat trim is replaced with non-GM covers, upholstery, or trim; or with GM covers, upholstery, or trim designed for a different vehicle. Any object, such as an aftermarket seat heater or a comfort-enhancing pad

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or device, installed under or on top of the seat fabric, could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system. This could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger airbag(s) or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag(s). See Passenger Sensing System on page 3-30.

If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail airbags, see Different Size Tires and Wheels on page 10-71 for additional important information.

If a snow plow is added to the vehicle, the airbags should still work properly. The airbag systems were designed to work properly under a wide range of conditions, including snow plowing with vehicles that have the optional snow plow prep package (RPO VYU). Do not change or defeat the snow plow's “tripping mechanism.” If you do, it can damage the snow plow and the vehicle, and may cause an airbag deployment.

If you have to modify your vehicle because you have a disability and you have questions about whether the modifications will affect the vehicle's airbag system, or if you have questions about whether the airbag system will be affected if the vehicle is modified for any other reason, call Customer Assistance. See Customer Assistance Offices on page 13-3.

Airbag System Check

The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Make sure the airbag readiness light is working. See

Airbag Readiness Light on page 5-18.

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coverings. If there are any opened or broken airbag coverings, have the airbag covering and/or airbag module replaced. For the location of the airbags, see Where Are the Airbags? on page 3-23. See your dealer for service.

Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash

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A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle. A damaged airbag system may not work properly and may not protect you and your passenger(s) in a crash, resulting in serious injury or even death. To help make sure the airbag

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systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.

If an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See your dealer for service.

If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on when you are driving, the airbag system may not work properly. Have the vehicle serviced right away. See

Airbag Readiness Light on page 5-18.

Child Restraints

Older Children

Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle safety belts.

The manufacturer instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until the child passes the fit test below:

Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat.

Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder? If yes, continue. If no, try using the rear safety belt comfort guide. See “Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3-14. If the shoulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder, then return to the booster seat.

Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips, touching the thighs? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat.

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Can proper safety belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat.

If you have the choice, a child should sit in a position with a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide.

Q: What is the proper way to

wear safety belts?

A: An older child should wear a

lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs. This applies belt force to the child's pelvic bones in a crash. It should never be worn over the abdomen, which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash.

Also see “Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3-14.

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in a rear seating position.

In a crash, children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older children need to use safety belts properly.

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Never allow more than one child to wear the same safety belt. The safety belt cannot properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, they can be crushed together and seriously injured. A safety belt must be used by only one person at a time.

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Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. The child might also slide under the lap

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belt. The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest.

Infants and Young Children

Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.

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Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck. The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked. The shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the retractor. It unlocks when the shoulder belt is allowed to go all

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the way back into the retractor, but it cannot do this if it is wrapped around a child’s neck. If the shoulder belt is locked and tightened around a child’s neck, the only way to loosen the belt is to cut it.

Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts.

Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them.

Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle.

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Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash. For example, in a crash at only 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) infant will suddenly become a 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's arms. An infant should be secured in an appropriate restraint.

Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front outboard seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat. It is also better to secure a forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat. If you must secure a forward-facing child restraint in

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the front outboard seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go.

Q: What are the different types of

add-on child restraints?

A: Add-on child restraints, which

are purchased by the vehicle owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child's

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weight, height, and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used.

For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards.

The restraint manufacturer instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs.

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To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during a crash, infants need complete support. In a crash, if an infant is in a rear-facing child restraint, the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant's body, the back and shoulders. Infants should always be secured in rear-facing child restraints.

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any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash, young children should always be secured in appropriate child restraints.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Introduction iii

Canadian Vehicle Owners

Using this Manual

Danger, Warnings, and Cautions

Symbols

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Initial Drive Information

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

Remote Vehicle Start

Door Locks

Windows

Seat Adjustment

Memory Features

Heated and Cooled Front Seats

Head Restraint Adjustment

Safety Belts

Passenger Sensing System

Mirror Adjustment

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment

Interior Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Windshield Wiper/Washer

Climate Controls

Transmission

Four-Wheel Drive

Vehicle Features

Infotainment System

Radio(s)

Satellite Radio

Portable Audio Devices

Steering Wheel Controls

Cruise Control

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System

Lane Departure Warning (LDW)

Rear Vision Camera (RVC)

Parking Assist

Power Outlets

Universal Remote System

Sunroof

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Control

Tire Pressure Monitor

Engine Oil Life System

E85 or FlexFuel

Driving for Better Fuel Economy

Roadside Assistance Program

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Keys

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation

Remote Vehicle Start

Door Locks

Power Door Locks

Delayed Locking

Automatic Door Locks

Lockout Protection

Safety Locks

Doors

Tailgate

Vehicle Security

Vehicle Alarm System

Immobilizer

Immobilizer Operation

Exterior Mirrors

Convex Mirrors

Manual Mirrors

Trailer-Tow Mirrors

Power Mirrors

Folding Mirrors

Heated Mirrors

Automatic Dimming Mirror

Blind Spot Mirrors