GMC YUKON DENALI 2010, YUKON DENALI XL 2010 Owner Manual

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2010 GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual M

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

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

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

Vehicle Features . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . .. 1-16

Performance and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 1-22

Seats and Restraint System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....... . 2-1

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

Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....... . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . 2-9

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . 2-26

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 2-49

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . 2-75

Restraint System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-93

Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........ 3-1

Keys . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . 3-3

Doors and Locks . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . ... 3-9

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . 3-18

Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 3-20

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . ..... 3-24

Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . ... . . 3-42

Object Detection Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . 3-45

Universal Home Remote System . .... . . . . . . . . ... 3-55

Storage Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ......... 3-62

Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . 3-66

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 4-1

Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 4-3

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . 4-18

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . 4-25

Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 4-42

Audio System(s) . .... . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . 4-75

Driving Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Towing . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . 5-37

Service and Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . 6-3

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-5

Checking Things Under the Hood . .... . . . . . . . . . . 6-12

All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 6-47

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Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . ... 6-48

Front Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-49

Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 6-50

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . 6-52

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement . ........ . . 6-55

Tires . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 6-57

Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . .. . 6-98

Vehicle Identification . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . 6-106

Electrical System . .... . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 6-106

Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 6-115

Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . 7-1

Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 7-2

Customer Assistance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Customer Assistance and Information . ... . . . .. . . . 8-2

Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... 8-15

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18

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

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GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, GMC, the GMC Truck Emblem, and the names YUKON and DENALI are registered trademarks of General Motors.

This manual describes features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are options that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual. Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for GMC wherever it appears in this manual.

Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.

Canadian Owners

Propriétaires Canadiens

A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer/retailer or from:

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

Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207

1-800-551-4123

Numéro de poste 6438 de langue française

www.helminc.com

Index

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.

Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 25854763 A First Printing

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Safety Warnings and Symbols

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

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

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

WARNING:

{

These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.

Notice: This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage. This would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty.

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.”

Vehicle 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, gage, 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.

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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 # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar

$ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System

I : Cruise Control

B : Engine Coolant Temperature

O : Exterior Lamps

# : Fog Lamps

. : Fuel Gage

+ : Fuses

i : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer

j : LATCH System Child Restraints

* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure

g : Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors } : Power

/ : Remote Vehicle Start

> : Safety Belt Reminders

7 : Tire Pressure Monitor

_ : Tow/Haul Mode

F : Traction Control M : Windshield Washer Fluid

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2 NOTES

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Section 1 In Brief

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

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

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . .. . . . . . . . 1-4

Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

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

Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........ . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

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

Second Row Seats . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . 1-9

Third Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 1-9

Heated Seats . ..... . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 1-9

Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........ . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Sensing System for Passenger Airbag . . .. . . . . . 1-11

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

Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . 1-12

Interior Lighting . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . 1-13

Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14

Transmission . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 1-15

Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16

Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . ... . 1-16

Satellite Radio . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17

Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . 1-17

Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . 1-18

Bluetooth

. . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... 1-18

Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....... . . 1-18

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 1-19

Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 1-19

Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 1-19

Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . 1-20

Power Outlets . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 1-20

Universal Remote System . .... . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 1-20

Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

Performance and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

StabiliTrak

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

Engine Oil Life System . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-23

Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23

Driving for Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24

Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 1-24

OnStar

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

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Instrument Panel

United States version shown; Canada Similar

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A. Outlet Adjustment on page 4‑23.

B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 4‑4.

C. Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4‑26.

D. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission Operation

on page 3‑30

E. Tow/Haul Mode on page 3‑34.

F. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. See

Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4‑42.

G. Audio System(s) on page 4‑75.

H. Exterior Lamps on page 4‑11.

I. Dome Lamp Override

Panel Brightness page 4‑14

on page 4‑14

. Instrument

. Fog Lamps

J. Cruise Control

Wheel

on page 4‑4

on page 4‑8

(If Equipped).

. Heated Steering

K. Tilt Wheel on page 4‑3.

L. Horn on page 4‑3.

M. Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4‑132.

N. Dual Automatic Climate Control System

page 4‑18

O. Accessory Power Outlet(s)

on page 4‑16

Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped). See Ashtray(s) and

Cigarette Lighter

P. StabiliTrak

System

on page 4‑17

on page 5‑6

. Ultrasonic

Rear Parking Assist (URPA) on page 3‑45.

Q. Glove Box on page 3‑62.

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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 is used to remotely lock and unlock the doors from up to 60 m (195 feet) away from the vehicle.

Press K to unlock the driver door. Press

again within five seconds to unlock all remaining doors.

Q to lock all doors.

Press

Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized.

m and hold to unlock the liftglass.

Press

& and hold to open or close the power liftgate.

L and release to locate the vehicle.

Press

L and hold for three seconds to sound the

panic alarm.

L again to cancel the panic alarm.

Press

See Keys

(RKE) System Operation on page 3‑4.

on page 3‑3

and Remote Keyless Entry

Remote Vehicle Start

With this feature the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle.

Starting the Vehicle

1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle.

2. Press

3. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and

Q .

hold

/ until the turn signal lamps flash.

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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:

Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold

Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

Turn the ignition on and then back off.

See Remote Vehicle Start on page 3‑7.

/ until the parking lamps turn off.

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 the manual door locks. To lock or unlock the door with the manual locks, push down or pull up on the manual lock knob.

Power Door Locks

If available, these switches are located on the front doors.

K : Press to unlock the doors. Q : Remove the key from the ignition and press to lock

the doors.

For more information, see:

Programmable Automatic Door Locks page 3‑10

Rear Door Security Locks on page 3‑10.

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Liftgate

Power Liftgate

Use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the power door lock switches to unlock the liftgate.

There are several ways to open and close the power liftgate:

Press and hold & on the RKE transmitter until the liftgate starts moving.

Press & on the overhead console inside the vehicle.

Press the touchpad switch (B) on the outside liftgate handle to open.

Press the l button next to the liftgate latch to close.

To disable the power liftgate function, press OFF on the overhead console.

Liftglass

There are two ways to unlatch the liftglass:

Press the button on the underside of the underside of the license plate applique (A).

Press m on the RKE transmitter.

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Windows

The power window switches are located on the driver door. In addition, each passenger door has a switch for its own window.

Press the switch to lower the window. Pull the switch up to raise it.

For more information, see:

Windows on page 3‑18.

Power Windows on page 3‑19.

Seat Adjustment

Front Seats

Power Seats

The power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the front seats.

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

Raise or lower the front or rear part of the cushion by moving the front or rear part of the control up or down.

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Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire control up or down.

See Power Seats on page 2‑3.

Power Lumbar

To increase lumbar support, press and hold the front of the control. To decrease, press and hold the rear of the control.

To raise the height of the support, press and hold the top of the control. To lower, press and hold the bottom of the control.

See Power Lumbar on page 2‑4.

Power Reclining Seatbacks

To recline the seatback, tilt the top of the control rearward.

To bring the seatback forward, tilt the top of the control forward.

See Power Reclining Seatbacks on page 2‑7.

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Memory Features

The controls for this feature are located on the driver door, and are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirrors, steering wheel position, and the adjustable throttle and brake pedal feature, if the vehicle has it.

For more information, see Memory Features

page 2‑6

Second Row Seats

If the vehicle has a 60/40 split bench or buckets seats, the seat(s) can be folded for additional cargo space or folded and tumbled for easy entry and exit to the third row seats, if the vehicle has them. If the vehicle has bucket seats, the seatbacks can be also be reclined. These seats will have either the manual fold and tumble feature or the automatic seat release fold and tumble feature.

For more information, see 60/40 Split Bench Seat

page 2‑9

or Bucket Seats on page 2‑15.

Third Row Seats

If the vehicle has a third row seat, the seatback(s) can be folded and the entire seat can be tumbled, or removed from the vehicle.

For detailed instructions, see Third Row Seat

page 2‑22

Heated Seats

Front Seats

On vehicles with heated and cooled front seats, the controls are located on the driver and passenger doors.

{ : Press to cool the entire seat. + : Press to heat the seatback only. z : Press to heat the seat and seatback.

Continue to press the desired button to cycle through the temperature settings: high (three indicator lights), medium (two indicator lights), low (one indicator light), and off (no lights).

See Heated and Cooled Seats on page 2‑5.

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Rear Seats

The heated rear seat controls are located on the Rear Sear Audio (RSA) panel.

M : Press to heat the seat cushion and to cycle through

the three temperature settings.

See Heated Seats on page 2‑9.

Head Restraint Adjustment

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

For more information see Head Restraints

page 2‑2

Safety Belt

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

Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 2‑26.

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 2‑31.

Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 2‑40.

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 2‑59

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Sensing System for Passenger Airbag

The passenger sensing system, if equipped, will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbags, seat‐mounted side impact airbags, if equipped, and roof‐rail airbags are not affected by this.

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

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

United States Canada

Mirror Adjustment

Exterior Mirrors

Vehicles with outside power mirrors and foldaway mirrors have controls located on the driver door.

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

2. Press one of the four arrows located on the control pad to adjust the mirror.

3. Press either (A) or (B) again to deselect the mirror.

See Passenger Sensing System important information.

on page 2‑85

for

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Power Foldaway Mirrors

To fold the mirrors:

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

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

Manual Foldaway Mirrors

Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, push the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward, to return to its original position.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Interior Mirror

Vehicles with a manual rearview mirror can be adjusted to see clearly behind the vehicle. Hold the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. To reduce headlamp glare during nighttime use, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use.

Vehicles with the automatic dimming feature will automatically reduce the glare of lights from behind the vehicle. The dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the vehicle is started.

See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror for more information.

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on page 3‑42

The power tilt wheel control is located on the left side of the steering column.

Push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down.

See Tilt Wheel on page 4‑3.

Interior Lighting

Dome Lamps

The dome lamps come on when any door is opened. They turn off after all the doors are closed.

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The dome lamps can also be turned on by turning the instrument panel brightness knob, located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column, clockwise to the farthest position. In this position, the dome lamps remain on whether a door is opened or closed.

k : The dome lamp override button is located next to

the exterior lamps control.

Press the button in and the dome lamps remain off when a door is opened. Press the button again to return it to the extended position so that the dome lamps come on when a door is opened.

Reading Lamps

The reading lamps are located in the overhead console, press the button located next to the lamp to turn it on or off.

The vehicle may also have reading lamps in other locations.

For more information about interior lamps, see:

Dome Lamps on page 4‑14.

Front Reading Lamps on page 4‑15.

Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4‑14.

Exterior Lighting

The exterior lamps control is located 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, the off position will only work when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).

AUTO : Automatically turns on the headlamps, parking lamps and taillamps.

; : Turns on the parking lamps and taillamps. 2 : Turns on the headlamps, parking lamps and

taillamps.

For more information, see:

Exterior Lamps on page 4‑11.

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 4‑12.

Fog Lamps on page 4‑14.

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Windshield Wiper/Washer

8 : Single wipe, turn to 8, then release. Several

wipes, hold the band on

9 : Turns the windshield wipers off. 6 : Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down

for less frequent wipes.

6 : Slow wipes. ? : Fast wipes. L (Washer Fluid) : Push the paddle at the top of the

lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield.

See Windshield Wipers Washer on page 4‑7.

8 longer.

on page 4‑6

and Windshield

Climate Controls

The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this system.

A. Fan Control

B. AUTO

C. Defrost

D. Air Recirculation

E. REAR

F. Air Delivery Mode

Control

G. Driver Temperature

Control

H. Display

I. Power Button

J. Rear Window Defogger

K. Air Conditioning

L. PASS

M. Passenger Temperature

Control

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See Dual Automatic Climate Control System

page 4‑18 heating system, see Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls on page 4‑24.

. For vehicles with a rear air conditioning and

Transmission

Range Selection Mode

The Range Selection Mode switch is located on the shift lever. To enable the Range Selection feature, move the column shift lever to the M (Manual) position.

The current range will appear next to the M. This is the highest attainable range with all lower gears accessible. As an example, when 4 (Fourth) gear is selected, 1 (First) through 4 (Fourth) gears are available.

Press the plus/minus buttons, located on the steering column shift lever, to select the desired range of gears for current driving conditions. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 3‑30.

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 3‑34.

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Vehicle Features

Radio(s)

Radio with CD, DVD, and USB Port

O : Press to turn the system on and off. Turn to

increase or decrease the volume.

BAND : Press to choose between FM, AM, or XM™, if equipped.

f : Select radio stations. © ¨ : Seek or scan stations.

4 : Press to display additional text information related to

the current FM-RDS or XM station; or CD, MP3 or WMA song. If information is available during XM, CD, MP3 or WMA playback, the song title information displays on the top line of the display and artist information displays on the bottom line. When information is not available, “NO INFO” displays.

For more information about these and other radio features, see Radio(s) on page 4‑77.

For vehicles with a Rear Seat Entertainment System (RSE) and Rear Seat Audio System (RSA) see, Rear

Seat Entertainment (RSE) System Rear Seat Audio (RSA)

information.

on page 4‑130

on page 4‑120

for more

and

Storing a Favorite Station

A maximum of 36 stations can be stored as favorites using the six softkeys located below the radio station frequency tabs and by using the radio FAV button. Press FAV to go through up to six pages of favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page. Each page of favorites can contain any combination of AM, FM, or XM stations.

For more information, see Radio(s) on page 4‑77.

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Setting the Clock

To set the time and date for the radio with CD, DVD, and USB Port:

1. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press

2. Press

3. Press the softkey located under any one of the

4. To increase or decrease the time or date, turn

For detailed instructions on setting the clock for the vehicle's specific audio system, see Setting the Clock

on page 4‑76

G to display HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY

(hour, minute, month, day, and year).

labels to be changed.

clockwise or counter‐clockwise.

O , to turn the radio on.

Satellite Radio

XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. XM 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 XM service.

For more information, refer to:

www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.)

www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 (Canada)

See “XM Satellite Radio Service” under Radio(s)

page 4‑77

Portable Audio Devices

This vehicle may have an auxilliary input, located on the audio faceplate, and a USB port located on the instrument panel or in the center console. External devices such as iPod CD changers, USB storage device, etc. can be connected to the auxiliary port using a 3.5 mm (1/8 in.) input jack or the USB port depending on the audio system.

See “Using the Auxiliary Input Jack” and “Using the USB Port” under Radio(s) on page 4‑77.

, laptop computers, MP3 players,

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Steering Wheel Controls

For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel.

w / x : Press to change favorite radio stations, select

tracks on a CD/DVD, or to navigate tracks or folders on an iPod

b g : Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press

again to turn the sound on. Press and hold longer than two seconds to interact with OnStar systems, if equipped.

c : Press to reject an incoming call, or to end a call.

SRCE : Press to switch between the radio, CD, and for vehicles with, DVD, front auxiliary, and rear auxiliary.

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or USB device.

or Bluetooth

e − e : Increases or decreases volume.

¨ : Press to seek the next radio station, the next track

or chapter while sourced to the CD or DVD slot, or to select tracks and folders on an iPod

For more information, see Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4‑132.

Bluetooth

For vehicles with an in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it allows users with a Bluetooth enabled cell phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle’s 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. For more information visit www.gm.com/bluetooth.

For more information, see Bluetooth

or USB device.

on page 4‑110.

Navigation System

The vehicle's navigation system provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads throughout the United States and Canada. After a destination has been set, the system provides turn-by-turn instructions for reaching the destination. In addition, the system can help locate a variety of points of interest (POI), such as banks, airports, restaurants, and more.

See the vehicle's Navigation System manual for more information.

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Cruise Control

The cruise control buttons are located on left side of the steering wheel.

T : Turns the system on and off.

+ RES : Press to make the vehicle accelerate or resume to a previously set speed.

SET − : Press to set the speed or make the vehicle decelerate.

[ : Press to cancel cruise control without erasing the

set speed from memory.

Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)

This feature may alert you to vehicles located in your side blind zone. When the system detects a vehicle in the side blind zone, an amber SBZA display will light up in the corresponding outside side mirror.

The system is enabled at every vehicle startup. It can be disabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC).

If the message SIDE BLIND ZONE SYS. UNAVAILABLE appears on the DIC, the system has been disabled because the sensor is blocked and cannot detect vehicles in the blind zone. The sensor may be blocked by mud, dirt, snow, ice, slush, or even heavy rainstorms. This message may also activate during heavy rain or due to road spray. The vehicle does not need service.

See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) more information.

on page 3‑47

for

Rear Vision Camera (RVC)

The rear vision camera displays a view of the area behind the vehicle when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) on the inside rear view mirror or the navigation screen, if equipped.

To clean the camera lense, located above the license plate, rinse it with water and wipe it with a soft cloth.

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Ultrasonic Parking Assist

This feature uses sensors on the rear bumper to detect objects while parking the vehicle. It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). URPA uses audio beeps to provide distance and system information.

Keep the sensors on the vehicle's rear bumper clean to ensure proper operation.

The system can be disabled by pressing the rear park aid disable button located next to the radio.

See Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)

page 3‑45

for more information.

Power Outlets

Accessory power outlets can be used to connect auxiliary electrical equipment, such as a cellular telephone.

There are two under the climate controls, one inside the center floor console, one on the rear of the center floor console and one accessory power outlet in the rear cargo area on the passenger side.

The accessory power outlets are powered, even with the ignition off. Continuing to use accessory power outlets while the ignition is in LOCK/OFF may cause the vehicle's battery to run down.

Universal Remote System

The Universal Home Remote System allows for garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices to be programmed to work with these buttons in the vehicle.

See Universal Home Remote System

on page 3‑55

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Sunroof

There are two sunroof switches located in the overhead console above the rearview mirror.

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

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

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

The sunroof also has a sunshade that you can pull forward to block the rays of the sun. The sunshade must be opened and closed manually.

See Sunroof on page 3‑66.

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Performance and Maintenance

StabiliTrak

The vehicle may have 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 turn on automatically every time the vehicle is started.

To turn off traction control, press and release 5 on the instrument panel. F illuminates and the

appropriate DIC message displays. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4‑56.

To turn off both traction control and Electronic Stability Control, press and hold

illuminates and the appropriate DIC message displays. See DIC Warnings and Messages

page 4‑56

Press and release the button again to turn on both systems.

For more information, see StabiliTrak

page 5‑6

5 until F

System

Tire Pressure Monitor

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

The Tire Pressure Monitor alerts you when a significant reduction in pressure occurs in one or more of the vehicle’s tires by illuminating the low tire pressure warning light on the instrument cluster.

The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected. The proper tire pressures for your vehicle are listed on the Tire and Loading Information label located on the driver side center pillar (B pillar). See Loading

the Vehicle

You may notice during cooler conditions that the low tire pressure warning light will appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as you drive. This may be an early indicator that your tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure.

on page 5‑31

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Note: The Tire Pressure Monitor can alert you about low tire pressure, but it does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressures.

See Tire Pressure Monitor System

Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 6‑68.

on page 6‑66

and

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 on most vehicles:

1. Display the OIL LIFE REMAINING on the DIC. If the vehicle does not have DIC buttons, the vehicle must be in P (Park) to access this display.

2. Press and hold the SET/RESET button on the DIC, or the trip odometer reset stem if the vehicle does not have DIC buttons, for more than five seconds. The oil life will change to 100%.

On all vehicles, the Engine Oil Life System can 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 the OIL LIFE REMAINING on the DIC. If the display shows 100%, the system is reset.

See Engine Oil Life System on page 6‑18.

Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)

Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel cap can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). See Fuel E85

(85% Ethanol)

use only the unleaded gasoline described under

Gasoline Octane

on page 6‑7

on page 6‑6

. For all other vehicles,

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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, if equipped.

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

Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.

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.: 1-800-GMC-8782 (462-8782)

TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438

Canada: 1-800-268-6800

As the owner of a new GMC, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program. This program provides technically trained advisors who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, minor repair information or towing arrangements.

Roadside Assistance and OnStar

If you have a current OnStar subscription, press the OnStar button and the current GPS location will be sent to an OnStar Advisor who will assess your problem, contact Roadside Assistance, and relay exact location to get you the help you need.

Online Owner Center

The Online Owner Center is a complimentary service that includes online service reminders, vehicle maintenance tips, online owner manual, special privileges and more.

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OnStar

OnStar®uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide a wide range of safety, security, navigation, diagnostics, and calling services.

Automatic Crash Response

In a crash, built in sensors can automatically alert an OnStar advisor who is immediately connected to the vehicle to see if you need help.

How OnStar Service Works

: This blue button connects you to a specially

trained OnStar advisor to verify your account information and to answer questions.

] : Push this red emergency button to get priority help

from specially trained OnStar emergency advisors.

X : Push this button for hands‐free, voice‐activated

calling and to give voice commands for turn‐by‐turn navigation.

Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside Assistance, Turn‐by‐Turn Navigation and Hands‐Free Calling are available on most vehicles. Not all OnStar services are available on all vehicles. For more information see the OnStar Owner's Guide or visit www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada), contact OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1‐888‐466‐7827)

or TTY 1‐877‐248‐2080, or press OnStar advisor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

For a full description of OnStar services and system limitations, see the OnStar Owner's Guide in the glove box.

OnStar service is subject to the OnStar terms and conditions included in the OnStar Subscriber Information.

OnStar service cannot work unless the vehicle is in a place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area. OnStar service also cannot work unless the vehicle is in a place where the wireless service provider OnStar has hired for that area has coverage, network capacity and reception when the service is needed, and technology that is compatible with the OnStar service. Not all services are available everywhere, particularly in remote or enclosed areas, or at all times.

Q to speak with an

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The OnStar system can record and transmit vehicle information. This information is automatically sent to an

OnStar call center when or if the airbags or ACR system deploy. This information usually includes the vehicle's GPS location and, in the event of a crash, additional information regarding the crash that the vehicle was involved in (e.g. the direction from which the vehicle was hit). When the virtual advisor feature of OnStar hands-free calling is used, the vehicle also sends OnStar the vehicle's GPS location so they can provide services where it is located.

Location information about the vehicle is only available if the GPS satellite signals are unobstructed and available.

The vehicle must have a working electrical system, including adequate battery power, for the OnStar equipment to operate. There are other problems OnStar cannot control that may prevent OnStar from providing OnStar service at any particular time or place. Some examples are damage to important parts of the vehicle in a crash, hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather or wireless phone network congestion.

Q is pressed, ] is pressed,

OnStar Steering Wheel Controls

This vehicle may have a Talk/Mute button that can be used to interact with OnStar hands-free calling. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls more information.

On some vehicles, the mute button can be used to dial numbers into voice mail systems, or to dial phone extensions. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for more information.

on page 4‑132

for

Your Responsibility

Increase the volume of the radio if the OnStar advisor cannot be heard.

If the light next to the OnStar buttons is red, the system may not be functioning properly. Press

vehicle diagnostic. If the light appears clear (no light is appearing), your OnStar subscription has expired and

all services have been deactivated. Press that the OnStar equipment is active.

Q and request a

Q to confirm

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Section 2 Seats and Restraint System

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

Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ......... . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Power Seats . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . 2-3

Power Lumbar . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 2-4

Heated and Cooled Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... 2-5

Memory Features . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . 2-6

Power Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . 2-7

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 2-9

Heated Seats . ..... . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 2-9

60/40 Split Bench Seat . ......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Bucket Seats . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . ... . 2-15

Third Row Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . 2-22

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26

Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone . ... . . . . . . . 2-26

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-31

Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . 2-40

Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-47

Lap Belt . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 2-47

Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . 2-48

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . ... . . 2-49

Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 2-49

Infants and Young Children . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . 2-52

Child Restraint Systems . .... . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . 2-55

Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2-58

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children

(LATCH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 2-59

Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat

Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... 2-67

Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front

Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . 2-70

Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front

Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . 2-71

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-75

Where Are the Airbags? . . ... . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . 2-78

When Should an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-81

What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-83

How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-83

What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? . . . 2-84

Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-85

Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . . . 2-91

Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped

Vehicle . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . 2-91

Restraint System Check . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 2-93

Checking the Restraint Systems . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 2-93

Replacing Restraint System Parts After a

Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ......... . . . . . 2-94

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Head Restraints

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

WARNING:

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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.

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Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the restraint down.

Push down on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place.

The head restraints are not designed to be removed.

The rear seat has head rests that can be adjusted up and down.

Front Seats

Power Seats

Driver Seat with Power Seat Control, Power Recline,

The power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the front seats.

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

Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.

and Power Lumbar shown

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Raise or lower the rear part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the control up or down.

Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire control up or down.

The power reclining seatback control is located behind the power seat control on the outboard side of the seats. See Power Reclining Seatbacks on page 2‑7.

Your vehicle has a memory function which allows seat settings to be saved and recalled. See Memory Features on page 2‑6.

Power Lumbar

The controls used to operate the power lumbar feature are located on the outboard side of the seats.

To increase lumbar support, press and hold the front of the control.

To decrease lumbar support, press and hold the rear of the control.

To raise the height of the support, press and hold the top of the control.

To lower the height of the support, press and hold the bottom of the control.

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Let go of the control when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of support.

Your vehicle has a memory function which allows seat settings to be saved and recalled. See Memory

Features

Keep in mind that as your seating position changes, as it may during long trips, so should the position of your lumbar support. Adjust the seat as needed.

on page 2‑6

for more information.

Heated and Cooled Seats

If the front seats have the heated and cooled seat feature, the buttons used to control this feature are located on the front doors near the door handle.

{ (Cooled Seat): To cool the entire seat, press the

button with the cooled seat symbol.

This symbol will appear on the climate control display to indicate that the feature is on. Press the button to cycle through the temperature settings of high, medium, and low and to turn the cooled seat off. Indicator bars next to the symbol designate the level of cooling selected: three for high, two for medium, and one for low.

+ (Heated Seatback): To heat only the seatback,

press the button with the heated seatback symbol.

This symbol will appear on the climate control display to indicate that the feature is on. Press the button to cycle through the temperature settings of high, medium, and low and to turn the heated seatback off. Indicator bars next to the symbol designate the level of heat selected: three for high, two for medium, and one for low.

z (Heated Seat and Seatback): To heat the entire

seat, press the button with the heated seat and seatback symbol.

This symbol will appear on the climate control display to indicate that the feature is on. Press the button to cycle through the temperature settings of high, medium, and low and to turn the heated seat off. Indicator bars next to the symbol designate the level of heat selected: three for high, two for medium, and one for low.

The heated and cooled seats will be canceled after the ignition is turned off. To use the heated and cooled seat feature after the vehicle is started, you will need to press the appropriate seat button again.

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Memory Features

Your vehicle has the memory package.

The controls for this feature are located on the driver's door, and are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver's seat, outside mirrors, steering wheel position, and the adjustable throttle and brake pedal feature, if your vehicle has it.

To save your positions in memory, do the following:

1. Adjust the driver's seat, including the seatback recliner and lumbar, both outside mirrors, steering wheel, and the throttle and brake pedals to a comfortable position.

See Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors

page 3‑43 Pedal

Not all mirrors will have the ability to save and recall the mirror positions.

2. Press and hold button 1 until two beeps let you know that the position has been stored.

A second seating, mirror, steering wheel position, and throttle and brake pedal position can be programmed by repeating the above steps and pressing button 2.

To recall the memory positions, the vehicle must be in P (Park). Press and release either button 1 or button 2 corresponding to the desired driving position. The seat, outside mirrors, steering wheel position, and adjustable throttle and brake pedals will move to the position previously stored. You will hear a single beep.

If you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to enter your vehicle and the remote recall memory feature is on, automatic seat, mirror, steering wheel position, and adjustable pedal movement will occur. See “MEMORY SEAT RECALL” under DIC Vehicle Customization (With

DIC Buttons)

To stop recall movement of the memory feature at any time, press one of the power seat controls, memory buttons, power mirror buttons, power tilt wheel control, or adjustable pedal switch.

and Adjustable Throttle and Brake

on page 3‑28

on page 4‑66

for more information.

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If something has blocked the driver’s seat and/or the adjustable pedals while recalling a memory position, the driver’s seat and/or the adjustable pedals recall may stop working. If this happens, remove the obstruction and press the appropriate function control for two seconds. Then try recalling the memory position again by pressing the appropriate memory button. If the memory position is still not recalling, see your dealer/ retailer for service.

Easy Exit Seat

The control for this feature is located on the driver’s door between buttons 1 and 2.

With the vehicle in P (Park), the exit position can be recalled by pressing the exit button. You will hear a single beep. The driver’s seat will move back.

If the easy exit seat feature is on in the Driver Information Center (DIC), automatic seat movement will occur when the key is removed from the ignition. See

“EASY EXIT SEAT” under DIC Vehicle Customization (With DIC Buttons)

Further programming for the memory seat feature can be done using the DIC. You can select the automatic easy exit seat feature or the remote memory seat recall feature.

For programming information, see DIC Vehicle

Customization (With DIC Buttons) on page 4‑66.

on page 4‑66

for more information.

Power Reclining Seatbacks

Driver's Seat with Power Seat Control, Power

Recline, and Power Lumbar shown

The controls for the power reclining seatback are located on the outboard side of the front seats behind the power seat control.

To recline the seatback, tilt the top of the control rearward.

To bring the seatback forward, tilt the top of the control forward.

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WARNING:

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Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this.

(Continued)

WARNING: (Continued)

The shoulder belt cannot do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.

The lap belt cannot do its job either. In a crash the 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 your safety belt properly.

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

Your vehicle has a memory function which allows seat settings to be saved and recalled. See Memory Features on page 2‑6.

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Rear Seats

Heated Seats

Driver's Side RSA Heated

Seat Button Only shown

The rear seats have the heated seat feature, the buttons used to control this feature are located on the Rear Seat Audio (RSA) panel.

M (Heated Seat): To heat the seat cushion, press the

button with the heated seat symbol.

A heated seat symbol will be shown in the RSA display to indicate that the feature is on. Press the button to cycle through the temperature settings of high, medium, and low, and to turn it off. Indicator bars next to the symbol will designate the level of heat selected: three for high, two for medium, and one for low.

The heated seats will be canceled ten seconds after the ignition is turned off. If the vehicle is restarted, the heated seat button will need to be pressed again to restart the feature.

60/40 Split Bench Seat

If your vehicle has a 60/40 split bench, the seat(s) can be folded for additional cargo space or folded and tumbled for easy entry and exit to the third row seats, if your vehicle has them. These seats will have either the manual fold and tumble feature or the automatic seat release fold and tumble feature.

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Manual Fold and Tumble Feature

Folding and Tumbling the Seat(s)

To fold and tumble the seat:

1. Make sure that there is nothing under, in front of, or on the seat.

Notice: 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.

2. Lift the lever, located on the outboard side of the seat, to release the seatback.

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The seatback will fold forward automatically. Leaving the seatback in this position creates a flat load floor.

If the seatback cannot fold flat, try moving the front seat forward and/or put the front seatback in the upright position.

3. Lift the same lever again to release the rear of the seat from the floor. The seat will tumble forward.

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Folding and Tumbling the Seat(s) from the Third Row Seats

WARNING:

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Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded, or folded and tumbled, could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place.

To fold and tumble the seat from the third rows, if your vehicle has them:

1. Make sure that there is nothing under, in front of, or on the seat.

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2. Lift the lever(s), located on the bottom rear of the second row seat(s) on the inboard side, to release the seatback. The seatback will fold forward.

3. Lift the same lever again to release the rear of the seat from the floor. The seat will tumble forward automatically.

Automatic Seat Release Fold and Tumble Feature

The transmission must be in (P) for this feature to work.

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Automatically folding and tumbling the seat when someone is sitting in the seat, could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always make sure there is no one sitting in the seat before pressing the automatic seat release button.

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Folding and Tumbling the Second Row Seat(s) from the Third Row Seats or Outside

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To fold and tumble the seat from the third row seats, if your vehicle has them:

1. Make sure that there is nothing under, in front of, or on the seat.

2. Press the automatic seat release button located on the panel behind the rear doors.

Driver's Side Rear Panel

Button shown

One press of the button automatically folds the seatback flat and tumbles the seat forward. There will be a slight delay between the folding of the seatback and the tumbling of the seat.

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Returning the Seat(s) to the Sitting Position

To return the seat to the sitting position:

1. Pull the seat down until it latches to the floor. The seatback cannot be raised if the seat is not latched to the floor.

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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.

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

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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.

3. Make sure that the safety belt in the center seating position is not caught between the two seats and is not twisted.

Bucket Seats

If your vehicle has bucket seats, the seatbacks can be reclined, the seats can be folded for additional cargo space, or folded and tumbled for easy entry and exit to the third row seats, if your vehicle has them. These seats will have either the manual fold and tumble feature or the automatic seat release fold and tumble feature.

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Reclining Seatbacks

To recline the seatback, do the following:

1. Lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat.

2. Move the seatback 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 an upright position, do the following:

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

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

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Manual Fold and Tumble Feature

Folding and Tumbling the Seat(s)

To fold and tumble the seat, do the following:

1. Make sure that there is nothing under, in front of, or on the seat.

2. Lift the lever, located on the outboard side of the seat, to release the seatback.

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The seatback will fold forward. Leaving the seatback in this position creates a flat load floor.

If the seatback cannot fold flat, try moving the front seat forward and/or put the front seatback in the upright position.

3. Lift the lever again to release the rear of the seat from the floor. The seat will tumble forward.

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Folding and Tumbling the Seat(s) from the Third Row Seats

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To fold and tumble the seat from the third row seats, if your vehicle has them:

1. Make sure that there is nothing under, in front of, or on the seat.

2. Lift the lever, located on the bottom rear of the second row seat on the inboard side, to release the seatback. The seatback will fold forward.

3. Lift the lever again to release the rear of the seat from the floor. The seat will tumble forward.

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Automatic Seat Release Fold and Tumble Feature

The transmission must be in (P) for this feature to work.

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Folding and Tumbling the Second Row Seat(s) from the Third Row Seats or Outside

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To fold and tumble the seat from the third row seats, if your vehicle has them, do the following:

1. Make sure that there is nothing under, in front of, or on the seat.

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2. Press the automatic seat release button located on the panel behind the rear doors.

Driver's Side Rear Panel

Button shown

One press of the button automatically folds the seatback flat and tumbles the seat forward. There will be a slight delay between the folding of the seatback and the tumbling of the seat.

Returning the Seat(s) to the Sitting Position

To return the seat to the sitting position, do the following:

1. Pull the seat down until it latches to the floor. The seatback cannot be raised if the seat is not latched to the floor.

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

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Third Row Seat

If the vehicle has a third row seat, the seatback(s) can be folded and the entire seat can be tumbled, or removed from the vehicle.

Folding the Seatback(s)

To fold the seatback, do the following:

1. Open the liftgate to access the controls for the seat.

2. Remove all items on the seat cushion.

3. Lift the release lever, located on the bottom rear of the seatback on the outboard side of the seat, and the seatback will fold forward.

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Returning the Seatback(s) to the Upright Position

To return the seatback to the upright position, do the following:

1. Open the liftgate to access the controls for the seat.

2. Pull up on the seatback until it locks into the upright position.

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

Tumbling the Third Row Seat

The seat can be tumbled forward for additional cargo space.

To tumble the seat, do the following:

1. Open the liftgate to access the controls for the seat.

2. Make sure the head rests are completely lowered and there is nothing under, in front of, or on the seat.

3. Fold the seatbacks forward using the instructions previously listed under “Folding the Seatbacks”. You will not be able to unlatch the seat from the floor unless the seatback is folded down.

4. Unlatch the seat from the floor by lifting the lever located next to the carrying handle on the rear of the seat near the bottom.

5. Lift the rear of the seat up from the floor.

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6. Tilt the seat fully forward to lock it into place.

7. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked.

Put the seat in this position only when necessary for additional cargo space.

Returning the Third Row Seat from a Tumbled Position

To return the seat to the normal seating position, do the following:

1. Open the liftgate to access the controls for the seat.

2. Make sure there is nothing that could become trapped under the seat.

3. Release the seat from the tumbled position by lifting the lever located next to the carrying handle at the bottom rear of the seat.

4. Pull the seat down until it latches to the floor. The seatback cannot be raised if the seat is not latched to the floor.

5. Pull up on the seatback until it locks into the upright position.

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

Removing the Third Row Seat

To remove the seat, do the following:

1. Open the liftgate to access the controls for the seat.

2. Fold the seatback forward using the instructions listed under “Folding the Seatbacks” previously. The seat cannot be removed unless the seatback is folded.

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3. Unlatch the seat from the floor by pulling the carrying handle, located at the rear of the seat, rearward.

3. Lower the rear of the seat and push down on the seat to engage the rear floor latches.

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A seat that is not locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop. People in the vehicle could be injured. Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it.

4. Roll the seat out of the vehicle. There is a track in the floor to guide the seat wheels out of the vehicle.

Installing the Third Row Seat

To install the seat, do the following:

1. Open the liftgate to access the rear of the vehicle.

2. Slide the front outboard seat wheels into the track on the floor and roll the seat forward. The front latches should lock into place. If the latches do not lock, try tilting the rear of the seat upward slightly.

4. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place. The seatback cannot be raised to the upright position unless the seat is secured to the floor.

5. Pull up on the seatback until it locks into the upright position.

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

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7. Make sure the safety belts are returned to the original position over the seatbacks.

Safety Belts

Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone

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

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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, the injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle harder or be ejected from the vehicle. You and your passenger(s) can be seriously injured or killed. In the same crash, you might not be, if you are buckled up. Always fasten your safety belt, and check that your passenger(s) are restrained properly too.

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It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly.

This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the safety belts. See Safety Belt Reminders for additional information.

on page 4‑27

In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts. Here is why:

You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a serious one.

A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person would not survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away. Without safety belts, they could have been badly hurt or killed.

After more than 40 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter ... a lot!

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Why Safety Belts Work

When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes.

Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat on wheels.

Put someone on it.

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Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop.

The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...

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or the instrument panel... or the safety belts!

With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense.

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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. But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted. And you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you are upside down.

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. That is true not only in frontal collisions, but especially in side and other collisions.

Q: If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from

home, why should I wear safety belts?

A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in a

crash — even one that is not your fault — you and your passenger(s) can be hurt. Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers.

Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph (65 km/h).

Safety belts are for everyone.

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly

This section is only for people of adult size.

Be aware that 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

and Young Children

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.

Occupants who are not buckled up can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts.

on page 2‑52

on page 2‑49

. Follow those rules

or Infants

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First, before you or your passenger(s) wear a safety belt, there is important information you should know.

Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you. The lap part of the belt should be worn 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. The shoulder belt should go 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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Q: What is wrong with this?

A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give as

much protection this way.

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You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit snugly against your body.

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Q: What is wrong with this?

A: The lap belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as

much protection this way.

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You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.

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Q: What is wrong with this?

A: The belt is buckled in the wrong buckle.

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You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not on the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.

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Q: What is wrong with this?

A: The belt is over an armrest.

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You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries. Be sure the belt goes under the armrests.

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Q: What is wrong with this?

A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should

be worn over the shoulder at all times.

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You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest.

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Q: What is wrong with this?

A: The belt is behind the body.

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You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. You might also slide under the lap 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.

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Q: What is wrong with this?

A: The belt is twisted across the body.

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You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer/retailer to fix it.

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Lap-Shoulder Belt

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

page 2‑47

The lap‐shoulder belts for the first and second row seating positions are equipped with free‐falling latch plates. If the vehicle has a third row, the lap‐shoulder belts have either free‐falling or cinching latch plates.

Use the following pictures to determine the latch plate style:

for more information.

Free-Falling Latch Plate

Cinching Latch Plate

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.

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If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt with a free‐falling latch plate 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 in the right front seating position may affect the passenger sensing system, if equipped. See

Passenger Sensing System

on page 2‑85

for

more information.

If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, for lap‐shoulder belts with cinching latch plates, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling the safety belt until it can be buckled.

3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. If you find that the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle, see if you are using the correct buckle.

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 2‑48

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

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4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See “Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment” later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information.

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

It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants.

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 belt and the vehicle.

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Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster

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

Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on the shoulder. The belt should be away from the face and neck, but not falling off the shoulder. Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash.

Squeeze the buttons (A) on the sides of the height adjuster and move the height adjuster to the desired position.

The adjuster can be moved up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide.

After the adjuster is set to the desired position, try to move it down without squeezing the buttons 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 the vehicle has side impact airbags, safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a side crash or a rollover event.

Pretensioners work only once. If the pretensioners activate in a crash, they will need to be replaced, and probably other new parts for the vehicle's safety belt system. See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 2‑94.

Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides

This vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides. If not, they are available through your dealer/ retailer. The guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed and properly adjusted, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head.

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There is one guide, if equipped, for each outside passenger position in the second row seat and the third row, if the vehicle has one. Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt:

Second Row

1. For the second row, remove the guide from its storage clip on the interior body.

Third Row

If your vehicle has a third row, remove the guide from its storage pocket on the side of the seat.

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

3. 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.

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

4. Buckle, position, and release 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. Slide the guide into its storage clip on the interior body or storage pocket on the side of the seat.

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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 part is only for the lap belt. To learn how to wear a lap-shoulder belt, see Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 2‑40.

The vehicle may have a center seating position. When you sit in the center front seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no 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 2‑48

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

If you find that the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle, see if you are using the correct buckle. Be sure that the latch plate clicks when inserted into the buckle.

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/ retailer 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. For more information, see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender.

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Child Restraints

Older Children

Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle's safety belts.

The manufacturer's 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 below fit test:

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 2‑40

for more information. 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.

Can proper safety belt fit be maintained for length of 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.

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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 2‑40.

According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions.

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 two children to wear the same safety belt. The safety belt can not properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children 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 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.

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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 and the safety belt continues to tighten. Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts.

Airbags plus lap‐shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints.

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.

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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 right front seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat. It is also better to secure a

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forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat. If you must secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go.

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Q: What are the different types of add-on child

restraints?

A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the

vehicle's owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child's 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's 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. This is because an infant's neck is not fully developed and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body. In a crash, an infant in a rear-facing child restraint settles into the restraint, so 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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A young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle's regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by 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.

Child Restraint Systems

A rear-facing infant seat (A) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant.

The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint.

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A forward-facing child seat (B) provides restraint for the child's body with the harness.

A booster seat (C-D) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window.

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Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle

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A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle's safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual.

When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer.

Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle — even when no child is in it.

Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint

To help reduce the chance of injury, the child restraint must be secured in the vehicle. Child restraint systems must be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by the LATCH system. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children

(LATCH)

can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle.

on page 2‑59

for more information. A child

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A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. Secure the child properly following the instructions that came with that child restraint.

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Where to Put the Restraint

According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position.

We recommend that children and child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including: an infant or a child riding in a rear-facing child restraint; a child riding in a forward-facing child seat; an older child riding in a booster seat; and children, who are large enough, using safety belts.

A label on your sun visor says, “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 right front passenger 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

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injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position.

The vehicle may have a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions.

Even if the passenger sensing system, if equipped, has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag, no system is fail-safe. No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though it is turned 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 right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat.

See Passenger Sensing System for additional information.

on page 2‑85

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A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the frontal airbags if they inflate. Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat. It is always better to secure a child restraint in a rear seat.

Do not use child restraints in the center front seat position.

When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with your child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle.

Wherever a child restraint is installed, be sure to secure the child restraint properly.

Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle — even when no child is in it.

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)

The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving or in a crash. This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier. The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system.

Make sure that a LATCH-compatible child restraint is properly installed using the anchors, or use the vehicle's safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. When installing a child restraint with a top tether, you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint. A child restraint must never be attached using only the top tether and anchor.

In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint that has LATCH attachments. The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how to use the child restraint and its attachments. The following explains how to attach a child restraint with these attachments in your vehicle.

Not all vehicle seating positions or child restraints have lower anchors and attachments or top tether anchors and attachments.

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Lower Anchors

Top Tether Anchor

Lower anchors (A) are metal bars built into the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments (B).

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A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The top tether attachment (B) on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash.

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Your child restraint may have a single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor.

Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint.

If the child restraint does not have a top tether, one can be obtained, in kit form, for many child restraints. Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available.

Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations

j (Lower Anchor):

Seating positions with two lower anchors.

i (Top Tether Anchor):

Seating positions with top tether anchors.

Second Row — 60/40

j (Lower Anchor):

Seating positions with two lower anchors.

i (Top Tether Anchor):

Seating positions with top tether anchors.

Second Row — Bucket

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Third Row — Three

Passenger

i (Top Tether Anchor):

Seating positions with top tether anchors. There is one top tether anchor that can be used for either the third row center or driver side seating position but not both at the same time.

For models with a three passenger third row seat, see the information following for installing a child restraint with a top tether in the third row, if your vehicle has one. Never install two top tethers using the same top tether anchor.

For models with 60/40 second row seating, the rear right side passenger and center seating positions have exposed metal anchors located in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion.

For models with second row bucket seats, both rear seating positions have exposed metal anchors located in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion.

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Second Row Seat — Bucket

For models with bucket second row seating, the top tether anchors are located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion for each seating position in the second row. Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed.

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Second Row Seat — 60/40

For models with 60/40 second row seating, the top tether anchors are located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion for each seating position in the second row. Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed.

Third Row Seat — Three Passenger

For vehicles with a three passenger third row seat, there is one top tether anchor located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion that can be used for either the third row center or driver side seating position. Never install two top tethers using the same top tether anchor.

Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached.

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According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. See Where to Put the Restraint

page 2‑58

for additional information.

Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System

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If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to anchors, the child restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Install a LATCH-type child restraint properly using the anchors, or use the vehicle's safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with the child restraint and the instructions in this manual.

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Do not attach more than one child restraint to a single anchor. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash. A child or others could be injured. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash, attach only one child restraint per anchor.

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Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten. Buckle any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock, if your vehicle has one, after the child restraint has been installed.

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Notice: Do not let the LATCH attachments rub against the vehicle’s safety belts. This may damage these parts. If necessary, move buckled safety belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments.

Do not fold the empty rear seat with a safety belt buckled. This could damage the safety belt or the seat. Unbuckle and return the safety belt to its stowed position, before folding the seat.

1. Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lower anchors. If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors, secure the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts. Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual.

1. 1. Find the lower anchors for the desired

seating position.

1. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat.

1. 3. Attach and tighten the lower attachments on

the child restraint to the lower anchors.

2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor, if the vehicle has one. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps:

2. 1. Find the top tether anchor.

2. 2. Route, attach and tighten the top tether

according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions:

If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether over the seatback.

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If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether over the seatback.

If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, raise the headrest or head restraint and route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts.

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If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether around the headrest or head restraint.

3. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.

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Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position

When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle.

If the child restraint has the LATCH system, see

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) page 2‑59

restraint using LATCH. If a child restraint is secured in the vehicle using a safety belt and it uses a top tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)

on page 2‑59

Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored.

for how and where to install the child

for top tether anchor locations.

In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached.

If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say.

If more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat, be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint on page 2‑58.

The vehicle's lap‐shoulder belts for the first and second row seating positions are equipped with free‐falling latch plates. If the vehicle has a third row, the lap‐shoulder belts have either free‐falling or cinching latch plates.

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Use the following pictures to determine the latch plate style:

Free‐Falling Latch Plate

Cinching Latch Plate

1. Put the child restraint on the seat.

2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.

For third row seating positions, with cinching latch plates, tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed.

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GMC YUKON DENALI 2010, YUKON DENALI XL 2010 Owner Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Canadian Owners

Index

Safety Warnings and Symbols

Vehicle Symbols

Section 1 In Brief

Instrument Panel

Initial Drive Information

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

Remote Vehicle Start

Door Locks

Liftgate

Windows

Seat Adjustment

Second Row Seats

Third Row Seats

Heated Seats

Head Restraint Adjustment

Safety Belt

Sensing System for Passenger Airbag

Mirror Adjustment

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Interior Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Windshield Wiper/Washer

Climate Controls

Transmission

Vehicle Features

Radio(s)

Satellite Radio

Portable Audio Devices

Steering Wheel Controls

Navigation System

Cruise Control

Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)

Rear Vision Camera (RVC)

Ultrasonic Parking Assist

Power Outlets

Universal Remote System

Sunroof

Performance and Maintenance

Tire Pressure Monitor

Engine Oil Life System

Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)

Driving for Better Fuel Economy

Roadside Assistance Program

Section 2 Seats and Restraint System

Head Restraints

Front Seats

Power Seats

Power Lumbar

Heated and Cooled Seats

Memory Features

Power Reclining Seatbacks

Rear Seats

Heated Seats

60/40 Split Bench Seat

Bucket Seats

Third Row Seat

Safety Belts

Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly

Lap-Shoulder Belt

Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy

Lap Belt

Safety Belt Extender

Child Restraints

Older Children

Infants and Young Children

Child Restraint Systems

Where to Put the Restraint

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)

Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position