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Congratulations on your purchase of a Chevrolet Avalanche. Please read this information about your vehicle’sfeatures and your Owner Manual to ensure an outstanding ownership experience. Note that your vehicle may notinclude all the features described in this booklet. Keep this booklet with your Owner Manual for easy reference.

DRIVER INFORMATIONInstrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . .3Driver Information Center . . . . . .4

SAFETY & SECURITYRemote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . .6Content Theft-Deterrent System .6OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

COMFORTPower Seat Controls . . . . . . . . . . .7Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Memory Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Adjustable Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Sun Visor Adjustment . . . . . . . . . .8Automatic Climate Controls . . . . .9

ENTERTAINMENTAudio System Features . . . . . . .10Multiple-Disc CD Player . . . . . . .12

Touch Screen NavigationInfotainment System . . . . . . . . . .13XM® Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . .13Rear Seat Audio and DVD Rear Seat EntertainmentSystems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Audio Steering Wheel Controls .14

CONVENIENCEAutomatic Dimming RearviewMirror with Compass andTemperature Display . . . . . . . . . .15Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . .15Power Running Boards . . . . . . .16Auto Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . .16Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16Rainsense™ II Windshield Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Heated Windshield Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Rear Vision Camera . . . . . . . . . .18

Automatic Headlamp System and Interior Lamps . . . . . . . . . . .18Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist .19Universal Home Remote . . . . . . .19Folding the Rear Seats . . . . . . . .20Lowering the Midgate™ . . . . . . .20Rear Window Removal andStorage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

PERFORMANCE & MAINTENANCE StabiliTrak® – Stability ControlSystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . .22Refueling the Vehicle . . . . . . . . .23Resetting the Engine Oil LifeSystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

OWNER INFORMATIONRoadside Assistance . . . . . . . . .24My GMLink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

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Getting to Know Your Avalanche2

A. Air OutletsB. Turn Signal/

Multifunction LeverC. Instrument Panel ClusterD. Shift LeverE. Daytime Running Lamp

SensorF. Tow/Haul Selector Button

(if equipped)G. Driver Information Center

Controls

See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

DRIVER INFORMATION

Instrument Panel

A B C D E F H AA

I J K L M N O P Q R SQ

H. Audio System/Navigation System (if equipped)

I. Exterior Lamps ControlJ. Dome Lamp Override

Button/Fog LampSwitch/InstrumentPanel Brightness Knob

K. Automatic TransferCase Control

L. Cruise Control Buttons

M. Tilt Steering WheelLever

N. HornO. Audio Steering Wheel

ControlsP. Climate ControlsQ. Accessory Power

OutletsR. StabiliTrak Button

(if equipped)S. Glove Box

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Your vehicle’s instrument panel isequipped with this cluster or one verysimilar to it. The instrument panel clusterincludes these key features:A. Oil Pressure GaugeB. Fuel GaugeC. Driver Information Center/OdometerD. TachometerE. SpeedometerF. Engine Coolant Temperature GaugeG. Voltmeter*H. StabiliTrak Indicator LightI. Low Tire Pressure Warning LightJ. Security LightK. Brake System Warning LightL. Check Engine LightM. Oil Pressure Light

N. Charging System LightO. Airbag Readiness LightP. Antilock Brake System Warning LightQ. Safety Belt Reminder Light*The charging system is designed to regulatevoltage output to help improve fuel economyand extend battery life. Normal system operationreadings may fluctuate based on vehicle operation,including the number of electrical accessoriesbeing operated and engine speed.


Note: The instrument panel cluster isdesigned to let you know about manyimportant aspects of your vehicle’s opera-tion. It is important to read your OwnerManual and become familiar with the infor-mation being relayed to you by the lights,gauges and indicators, as well as whataction can be taken to ensure safety andto prevent damage.

Instrument Panel Cluster

A B C D E F

H I J K L M N O P Q

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Driver Information Center

Your vehicle’s Driver Information Center(DIC) provides vehicle information,vehicle warning messages and vehiclefeature customization. The DIC mes-sages will be shown on your instrumentpanel cluster display. To operate theDIC, the ignition switch must be on.DIC Buttons

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

(Trip/Fuel): Press this button todisplay the odometer, trip odometer,fuel range, average economy, fuel used,timer, transmission temperature, instan-taneous economy (if equipped) andActive Fuel Management™ indicator(if equipped).

(Vehicle Information): Pressthis button to display the oil life,English/Metric units, tire pressure andtire pressure system programming (ifequipped), engine hours and RemoteKeyless Entry programming.

(Customization): Press this buttonto customize certain vehicle features toyour preference.

(Set/Reset): Press this button to setor reset certain vehicle functions as wellas acknowledge DIC messages.Customization FeaturesTo customize features:1. With the vehicle in Park, turn on the

ignition.2. Press the (Customization) button

to display available customizationfeatures.

3. With the desired customizationfeature displayed, press the (Set/Reset) button to access thefeature settings.

4. Press the button to scroll throughthe available settings.

5. With the desired setting displayed,press the button to select it.

6. To exit the Feature Settings menu,press the button until EXITFEATURE SETTINGS is displayedand then press the button, orpress the button or thebutton.

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Customization features include:• Display Language — DIC

information can be displayed inseveral languages

• Auto Door Lock — Automaticallylocks the vehicle doors

• Auto Door Unlock — Automaticallyunlocks the vehicle doors

• Remote Door Lock — Type of feed-back from Remote Keyless Entrylocking

• Remote Door Unlock — Type of feed-back from Remote Keyless Entryunlocking

• Delay Door Lock — Delays lockingdoors after exiting

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

• Approach Lighting — Exterior lampsturn on when using Remote KeylessEntry

• Chime Volume — Increases thevolume level

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

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

• Memory Seat Recall (if equipped) —Automatically recalls the driver’s seatposition when using Remote KeylessEntry

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

• Factory Settings — Sets all featuresto the factory default

• Exit Feature Settings

Warnings and MessagesThe DIC provides a variety of vehiclemessages (depending on optional equip-ment) as well as warnings if a problemis sensed in a vehicle system. To acknowledge a message and clear itfrom the display, press any of the DICbuttons. Some urgent messages cannotbe cleared from the DIC display. If you have a current OnStar subscrip-tion and your Check Engine light or anyother warning message appears, youcan press the blue OnStar button andspeak to an OnStar Advisor. In manyvehicles, OnStar Advisors can accesscertain diagnostic information and cantell you how serious the problem is andwhat you should do about it.


Note: Your vehicle’s warnings and mes-sages provide critical information thatcan prevent damage to your vehicle.Review your Owner Manual to becomefamiliar with the information displayedand the action required.

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The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans-mitter includes the following functions:

(Remote Vehicle Start)(if equipped): If your vehicle has thisfeature, it can be used to start theengine (see Remote Vehicle Start).

(Lock): Press this button to lock allthe doors and the tailgate. If enabledthrough the Driver Information Center(DIC), the parking lamps will flash onceand/or the horn will chirp to indicatelocking has occurred.

(Unlock): Press this button to unlockthe driver’s door. If the button is pressedagain within five seconds, all remainingdoors and the tailgate will unlock. Ifenabled through the DIC, the parkinglamps will flash once to indicate unlock-ing has occurred.

(Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm):Press this button to locate your vehicle.The parking lamps will flash and thehorn will sound three times. Press and hold the button to activate thepanic alarm. The parking lamps will flashand the horn will sound for 30 seconds.Press the button again or turn the igni-tion to Run to cancel the panic alarm.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

To arm the content theft-deterrent alarmsystem, lock the doors using the RKEtransmitter. The security light on theinstrument panel cluster will flash forapproximately 30 seconds to indicatethe alarm is activated. To disarm thesystem, unlock the doors using the RKEtransmitter. The alarm system will not be armed ordisarmed if the doors are locked orunlocked with a key, the manual doorlock or the power door lock switch.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

Your vehicle features the OnStar Safe& Sound Plan or the uplevel OnStarDirections & Connections Plan, with oneyear of OnStar service from the dateyou purchased your new vehicle. OnStaroffers a variety of capabilities, such asRemote Door Unlock, Automatic AirbagNotification, and Hands-Free Calling.In addition, most vehicles can getdriving directions using a system calledTurn-by-Turn Navigation. OnStarAdvisors can send a planned route toyour vehicle and, as you approach aturn, instructions play over your vehiclespeakers. Press the blue OnStar buttonto ask an OnStar Advisor about theservice plan you have or to upgradeyour plan.For more information, refer toyour OnStar Owner’s Guide, call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827), or visit onstar.com.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

Remote Keyless Entry

SAFETY & SECURITY Content Theft-Deterrent System

OnStar® (if equipped)

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The power seat controls for the driverand front passenger are located on theoutboard side of their seats. Power Seat: Use the control (A) tomove the seat forward/rearward andup/down as well as to raise/lower thefront or rear of the seat cushion.Power Recline (if equipped): Use thecontrol (B) to recline/raise the seatback.Power Lumbar (if equipped): Use thecontrol (C) to increase/decrease lumbarsupport and to raise/lower the height ofthe support.Manual Lumbar (if equipped): Theknob is locatedon the front of thedriver’s seat lowercushion on the out-board side. Turn the knob forward toincrease, and rearward to decrease,lumbar support.See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

Power Seat Controls (if equipped)

COMFORT

A

B

C

Heated Seats (if equipped)

To operate the heated seats, the enginemust be on. The heated seat operationturns off when the ignition is turned off.The heated front seat controls are locat-ed on the front doors.

(Heated Seatback): Press the topbutton to turn on the heated seatback.

(Heated Seat/Seatback): Press thebottom button to turn on the heated seatand seatback.Continue to press the desired button tocycle through the temperature settingsof High (three indicator lights), Medium(two indicator lights), Low (one indicatorlight) and Off (all indicator lights are off).See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

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The memory buttons are located onthe driver’s door. Settings can be pro-grammed for the driver’s seat, outsidemirrors and the adjustable pedals (ifequipped) for two drivers.To save memory settings:1. Adjust the driver’s seat, outside

mirrors and pedals to a comfortableposition.

2. Press and hold button 1 or 2 until twobeeps sound.

Repeat these steps for a second driver.To recall the settings, press memorybutton 1 or 2 with the vehicle in Park.If the Remote Keyless Entry transmitteris used to enter the vehicle and thememory seat recall feature is on (seeCustomization Features), the settingswill be recalled automatically. Easy Exit SeatThe easy exit seat button is locatedbetween the two memory buttons. Pressthe (Easy Exit) button, with thevehicle in Park, to move the driver’s seatto the exit position.If the easy exit seat feature is on (seeCustomization Features), automatic seatmovement will occur when the key isremoved from the ignition.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

The accelera-tor and brakepedals can beadjusted to acomfortableand safe oper-ating positionby using theswitch located on the center consolebelow the climate controls.Press the top arrow on the switch tomove the pedals away from you and thebottom arrow on the switch to move thepedals toward you.The pedals cannot be adjusted when thevehicle is in Reverse or when cruisecontrol is activated.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

To help block the glare of the sun, thesun visor can be detached from thecenter mount and moved along the sliderod.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

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

Sun Visor Adjustment

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The automatic climate control systemmaintains the desired individual temper-ature for the driver and front seat pas-senger. The system adjusts the airflowmode, fan speed, air conditioning andrecirculation functions to reach the settemperature(s) as quickly as possible.Automatic OperationTo set the automatic mode:1. Press the AUTO button.2. Set the driver’s and front passenger’s

temperature using the + or – temper-ature buttons.

Manual OperationTo operate the system manually, use thefollowing controls:

(On/Off): Press this button to turn thesystem on or off.+ – (Temperature Control): Press the + or – temperature button(s) to raise orlower the temperature setting(s).

(Fan): Press the up or down arrowto increase or decrease fan speed.

(Mode): Press the up or down but-ton to change the direction of the airflowas well as to select the defog mode.PASS (Passenger TemperatureControl): Press this button to turn offthe passenger temperature setting.

(Recirculation): Press this buttonto circulate inside air through the vehi-cle. This mode keeps outside air fromentering the vehicle.

(Air Conditioning): Press this but-ton to turn the air conditioning systemon or off.

(Outside Air): Press this button toallow outside air to enter the vehicle.

(Defrost): Press this button todirect most of the air to the windshieldand some air to the side window outlets.

(Rear Window Defogger): Pressthis button to activate the rear windowdefogger and the heated outsiderearview mirrors (if equipped). Thedefogger and heated mirrors will shut offautomatically or can be turned off bypressing the button again.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Automatic Climate Controls (if equipped)

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While most of the features on your radiowill look familiar, following are some thatmay be new:

(Power/Volume): Press this knob toturn the system on or off. Turn the knobto adjust the volume.

(Information): Press this button todisplay additional text information relat-ed to the current FM-RDS or XM station,or MP3 song.

(Tune): Turn this knob to select radiostations or, when a CD is playing, toselect a track or MP3 file. Press the knob to display the tonecontrol (bass/treble) or speaker control(balance/fade) label. Press the push-button under the desired label and thenturn the knob to adjust the setting. Toadjust all tone and speaker controls tothe middle position, press and hold theTune knob for more than two seconds.A beep will sound.FAV (Favorite): Press this button to gothrough up to six pages of any combina-tion (AM; FM; or XM, if equipped) of pre-set favorite radio stations. On eachpage, up to six stations are available byusing the six pushbuttons below theradio station frequency labels on theradio display.

BAND: Press this button to switch toAM; FM; or XM (if equipped). With aCD loaded or a portable audio playerconnected, press this button to switch toradio operation.

(Seek/Scan): Press the right orleft arrow button to go to the next orprevious radio station or, when a CD isplaying, to the next track or MP3 file,or to the start of the current track orMP3 file.To enter the scan mode, press and holdeither arrow button for a few seconds (abeep will sound). Radio stations will bescanned. Press either arrow buttonagain to stop scanning.

(Reverse): Press and hold thisbutton to reverse playback quickly withina track or MP3 file.

(Forward): Press and hold this but-ton to advance playback quickly within atrack or MP3 file.CD/AUX: Press this button to play a CDinstead of the radio. Press again and thesystem will automatically search for anauxiliary input device such as a portableaudio player. EQ (Equalization): Press this button toselect preset equalization settings.CAT (Category): Press this button tofind XM stations (if equipped) within adesired category.Auxiliary Input Jack: A portable audioplayer can be connected to the auxiliaryinput jack located on the radio.

Audio System Features

ENTERTAINMENT

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Setting Favorite StationsBefore setting your favorite stations,shift the vehicle into Park.

To set up the number of favorite stationpages:1. Press the MENU button to display the

radio setup menu.2. Press the pushbutton located below

the FAV 1–6 label on the radio display.3. Select the desired number of favorite

station pages.4. Press the FAV button. You may now

begin storing your favorite stations forthe chosen number of pages.

To store favorite stations:1. Press the BAND button to select the

band (AM; FM; or XM, if equipped).2. Tune in the desired radio station.3. Press the FAV button to display the

page where the station is to bestored.

4. Press and hold one of the six push-buttons until a beep sounds.

5. Repeat the steps for each pushbuttonon each page.

Note: Choosing to engage in extendedsearching for specific audio stations orsongs by using buttons and knobs —or to give extended attention to enter-tainment tasks — can lead you to lookaway from the road frequently or longerthan usual. Looking away from the roadfor prolonged periods may cause you tomiss seeing things on the road that youneed to see. Be sure to keep your eyeson the road and mind on the drive —and avoid engaging in extended search-ing for specific items while driving.

Setting the Speed CompensatedVolume (if equipped)With Speed Compensated Volume, theradio automatically adjusts the volumeto compensate for road noise as vehiclespeed changes.To set Speed Compensated Volume:1. Set the radio volume to the desired

level.2. Press the MENU button to display the

radio setup menu.3. Press the pushbutton below the auto

volume label on the radio display.4. Press the pushbutton under the

desired setting (Off, Low, Mediumor High) to select the level ofcompensation.

5. The compensation will be setonce the display times out after10 seconds.

Setting the TimeTo set the time:1. Press the (Clock) button. Or, if

equipped, press the MENU buttonuntil the clock option is displayed;and then press the pushbutton locat-ed under the clock option label. TheHR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY labels willappear on the display.

2. Press the pushbutton under any ofthe labels to be changed.

3. Press the pushbutton again, the rightSEEK arrow or the FWD button toincrease the numbers. Press the leftSEEK arrow or the REV button todecrease the numbers. Rotating the

(Tune) knob also will increase ordecrease the selected label.

4. Press the Clock or MENU button toset the displayed time and date.

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MP3 CapabilityYour audio system has MP3 playingcapability. A CD-R containing MP3 audiotracks will play automatically wheninserted into the CD player. An MP3label will be displayed.Portable Audio PlayerA portable audio player, such as an MP3player or cassette player, can be con-nected to the auxiliary input jack locatedon the radio. When connected, the radioautomatically begins playing audio fromthe player over the vehicle speakers.Radio Data System (if equipped)When you tune to a Radio Data System(RDS) station, the station name and callletters will appear on the display insteadof the frequency. RDS stations may alsoprovide the time of day, a program typefor current programming and the nameof the program being broadcast.RDS features are available for use onlyon FM stations that broadcast RDSinformation. RDS relies on receivingspecific information from these stationsand will work only when the informationis available.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

With the in-dash 6-Disc CD Player, notethat you cannot directly load a CD as insingle-play systems.To load a single CD:• Press and release the (LOAD)

button. Wait for the display promptbefore loading the CD.

To load multiple CDs:• Press and hold the LOAD button for

two seconds. Follow the displayprompts to load each CD. Press theLOAD button again to cancel loadingmore CDs.

To play a specific CD:• Press the pushbutton below the arrow

label on the display to select thedesired CD number.

To eject a CD:• To eject the CD that is currently play-

ing, press the (EJECT) buttononce.

• To eject all CDs, press and hold theEJECT button for two seconds.

Multiple-Disc CD Player (if equipped)

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If a CD is not removed after several sec-onds, it will automatically be pulled backinto the player.


Your vehicle’s Navigation InfotainmentSystem provides you with detailed mapsof all major highways and roadsthroughout the United States andCanada. After you enter a destination,the system provides turn-by-turn instruc-tions for reaching your destination. Inaddition, the system can help you locatea variety of points of interest, such asbanks, airports, restaurants and more.See your Navigation InfotainmentSystem Owner Manual for operatinginstructions.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Note: CDs with any affixed labels mayjam in the CD player. Label a CD usinga permanent marker. If more than oneCD is inserted into the slot at one time,or if scratched or damaged CDs areplayed, the CD player could be dam-aged. When using the CD player, useonly CDs in good condition withoutlabels; load one CD at a time; and keepthe CD player and the loading slot freeof foreign materials, liquids or debris.

Touch Screen NavigationInfotainment System (if equipped)

XM® Satellite Radio (if equipped)

XM Satellite Radio offers 170 channelsof digital-quality sound that goeswherever you go — coast to coast.XM displays song title, artist andentertainment genre.Activation fee and service subscriptionare extra. Service is based in thecontinental United States and Canada.For more information, visit XM onlineat www.XMradio.com or call1-800-852-XMXM (9696).See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Rear Seat AudioThe Rear Seat Audio (RSA) systemallows front seat and rear seat passen-gers to listen to different entertainmentsources at the same time using the rearseat controls and wired headphones(not supplied) or wireless headphones(if equipped). The vehicle’s rear speak-ers will be muted when the rear controlpanel is turned on. • To select an entertainment source —

radio, CD or DVD (if equipped) —press the SRCE (Source) button.

• Turn the left volume knob to adjustthe volume of the left wired head-phones and the right volume knob toadjust the volume of the right wiredheadphones.

Rear Seat Audio and DVD Rear Seat Entertainment Systems (if equipped)

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Rear Seat Entertainment (DVD)The Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE)system has all the functions of the RSAsystem, with the added features of aCD/DVD player as part of the frontradio, flip-down video screen, wirelessheadphones and a remote control.To play a DVD:1. Turn the ignition to the Accessory or

Run position.2. Push the release button on the DVD

display console and pull down thevideo screen.

3. Insert a DVD into the DVD slot in theradio. It will turn on the video screenand begin playing automatically. Itmay be necessary to press the Playbutton on the RSE system or theremote control to start playing themovie if the DVD stops at a menuscreen.

4. To listen to the DVD through the vehi-cle speakers, press the DVD/CD AUXbutton. Adjust volume using the radiovolume control.To listen to the DVD through theheadphones, select channel 1 andpush the power button on the head-phones. Adjust volume using theheadphone volume control.

5. To control DVD playback, use theremote control or the buttons underthe labels on the front radio display.

6. To turn off the RSE system, press thepower button for two seconds on thefront radio, eject the DVD or pressthe power button on the remotecontrol.


A number ofaudio controlscan be adjustedat the steeringwheel. + – (Volume):Pull up on the+ or – buttonto increase ordecrease thevolume.

(Next/Previous): Press the up ordown arrow to go to the next or previousradio station stored as a favorite or,when a CD is playing, to the next orprevious track.SRCE (Source): Press this buttonto switch between AM, FM, XM(if equipped), CD and AUX.

(Seek): Press this button to go to thenext radio station.

(Mute/Voice Recognition): Pressthis button to silence the system. Pressthe button again to turn on the sound.Press and hold the button for one sec-ond to interact with the OnStar system.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Note: Aim the remote control at thevideo screen, not the DVD player,for proper operation.

Audio Steering Wheel Controls

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Automatic DimmingThe automatic dimming feature is turnedon each time the vehicle is started. Toturn the feature off or back on, pressand hold the (Off/On) button forapproximately six seconds.Compass and Temperature DisplayOperationTo turn the compass and temperaturedisplay off or on, briefly press the Off/Onbutton.To switch between Fahrenheit andCelsius readings:1. Press and hold the Off/On button for

approximately four seconds until thedisplay blinks F and C.

2. Briefly press the Off/On button againto select Fahrenheit or Celsius. Yourselection will be set once the displaystops blinking.

To adjust for compass variance whentraveling on a long-distance trip or tocalibrate the compass, refer to yourOwner Manual.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

Automatic Dimming RearviewMirror with Compass andTemperature Display(if equipped)

CONVENIENCE

This feature allows you to start theengine from outside the vehicle by usingthe Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans-mitter. The remote start capability mustbe turned on using the DriverInformation Center.The vehicle’s automatic climate controlsystem (if equipped) will default to aheating or cooling mode based on out-side temperature, and the manualclimate controlsystem will turnon at the samesetting as whenthe vehicle waslast turned off.Starting the VehicleTo remote start the vehicle:1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the

vehicle. (Transmitter range iswithin approximately 200 feet of thevehicle.)

2. Press and release the (Lock)button on the transmitter.

3. Immediately press and hold the (Remote Vehicle Start) button forabout four seconds. When the park-ing lamps flash, release the button.The engine will start and the parkinglamps will remain on. The engine willcontinue running for 10 minutes.

4. Repeat these steps for a 10-minutetime extension. Only two consecutiveremote starts are allowed.

When you enter the vehicle after aremote start, the key must be inserted inthe ignition and turned to the Run posi-tion before driving.

Remote Vehicle Start (if equipped)

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Canceling a Remote Start To turn off the engine instead of drivingafter a remote start:• Press and hold the button until

the parking lamps turn off.• Press and release the Hazard

Warning Flashers button. Press itagain to turn off the flashers.

• Turn the key in the ignition switch tothe Run position and then off.


The turn signal lever includes an auto-matic lane change signal feature.To signal a lane change, raise or lowerthe lever until the arrow on the instru-ment panel cluster starts to flash, andthen release the lever. The turn signalwill automatically flash three times. Ifthe Tow/Haul mode is selected, the turnsignal will automatically flash six times.To signal a turn, move the lever all theway up or down.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

The cruisecontrol buttonsare located onthe steeringwheel.

(On/Off):Press this but-ton to turn thecruise controlsystem on oroff. – SET (Set): Press this button to set aspeed, or to decrease the speed if thesystem is set. When the cruise controlspeed is set, the cruise light will illumi-nate in the instrument cluster.+ RES (Resume): Press this button toresume a set speed, or to increase thespeed if the system is set.

(Cancel): Press this button to can-cel the cruise control but retain the setspeed in memory.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Note: The Remote Vehicle Start featurewill not operate if the key is in the igni-tion, the hood or liftgate is open, or theCheck Engine light is illuminated on theinstrument cluster.

Auto Turn Signal

Cruise Control (if equipped)

Power Running Boards (if equipped)

The power running boards extendfrom beneath the vehicle when anyside door is open. The vehicle must bestationary for the running boards tooperate. To disable the running boards,press the (Running Boards) disablebutton on the instrument panel. Pressthe button again to turn the runningboards back on.See Section 2 of you Owner Manual.

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Rainsense™ II Windshield Wipers(if equipped)

The Rainsense II windshield wipers usea moisture sensor to automatically oper-ate the wipers when needed, dependingon driving conditions and the sensitivitysetting. If the system is left on for longperiods, an occasional wipe may occurwithout any moisture on the windshieldto indicate the system is activated.The headlamps also will be turned onautomatically when the Rainsensewipers are active if the exterior lampcontrol knob is in the AUTO position.Windshield Wiper ControlsThe controls for the windshield wipersare located on the multifunction lever onthe left side of the steering column. Thewipers band can be rotated to the fol-lowing positions:

(Mist): Rotate the band down to thisposition to turn the wipers on for onewipe.

(Off): Rotate the band to this posi-tion to turn off the wipers.

(Sensitivity Setting): Rotate theband up to one of the sensitivity lev-

els to activate the Rainsense function.The position closest to Off is the lowestsensitivity level.

(Low): Rotate the band up to thisposition to turn on the wipers to the lowspeed setting.

(High): Rotate the band up tothis position to turn on the wipers to thehigh speed setting.

(Washer): Push the paddle on topof the multifunction lever to spray wash-er fluid on the windshield.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Press the (Heated Washer Fluid)button, located below the climate con-trols on the instrument panel, to sprayheated washer fluid on the windshield.This will help clear ice, tree sap or bugsfrom the windshield. A light on the switchwill flash while the washer fluid is heat-ed, which may take up to 40 seconds.The wipers will automatically turn on forfour heated wash cycles or until the but-ton is pressed again.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Heated Windshield Washer Fluid(if equipped)

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The rear vision camera displays a viewof the area behind the vehicle on thenavigation screen when the vehicle isshifted into Reverse. Once shifted out ofReverse, the navigation screen willreturn to the last screen displayed afterapproximately 10 seconds.To turn the camera on or off:1. Shift into Park.2. Press the Menu hard key to enter the

Menu options.3. Press the Menu hard key to select

Display, or touch the Display screenbutton.

4. Touch the Rear Camera Optionsscreen button.

5. Touch the Rear Camera Image inReverse screen button.

To clean the camera lens, located belowthe tailgate handle, rinse it with waterand wipe it with a soft cloth.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

(DRL) during the day and the head-lamps and other exterior lamps at nightor when necessary.The system uses a light sensor, locatedon top of the instrument panel, to deter-mine light conditions. For proper systemoperation, avoid placing any objects onor near the sensor.The exterior and interior lamp controlsare located on the instrument panel tothe left of the steering wheel.Exterior Lamp Controls

(Off/On): When operating in theAUTO position, turn the knob to thisposition to turn off the AutomaticHeadlamp System and all exterior lights,excluding the DRLs. Turn the knob tothis position again to turn on the system.

(Off): When operating in the AUTOposition, a momentary turn of the switchto this position will turn off the AutomaticHeadlamp System and all exterior lights,excluding the DRLs.AUTO (Automatic): Automatically turnson the DRLs in the daytime and theAutomatic Headlamp System at night orwhen necessary.

(Parking Lamps): Manually turnson parking lamps and taillamps.

(Headlamps): Manually turns onthe headlamps and other exterior lamps.

(Fog Lamps) (if equipped): Pressthis button to turn the fog lamps onor off. Interior Lamp Controls

(Instrument Panel Brightness):Turn this pop-out knob to adjust thebrightness of the instrument panel lights.

Automatic Headlamp System and Interior Lamps

Rear Vision Camera (if equipped)

Your vehicle is equipped with anAutomatic Headlamp System, whichturns on the Daytime Running Lamps

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This feature uses ultrasonic sensorsbuilt into the rear bumper cover to helpyou avoid colliding with objects whenparking the vehicle. It operates only atspeeds less than 5 mph.The rear parking assist display is locatednear the rear window. The lights on thedisplay provide distance information.Low-toned beeps play out of the rearspeakers (for objects near the rearbumper).To turn off the system, press the(Rear Parking Assist) disable button,located below the climate controls on theinstrument panel. The indicator light willilluminate when the system is off.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

The Universal Home Remote is a com-bined universal transmitter and receiverthat can activate up to three devices,such as garage door openers, entry doorlocks, gates and security systems.It’s recommended that you read theinstructions in your Owner Manual com-pletely before attempting to program anyof the three channels on the UniversalHome Remote. The engine should beturned off when programming the remote.


(Dome Lamp Override): Pressthis button in to turn the dome

lamps off when the doors are open.Press the button again to have thedome lamps turn on automaticallywhen a door is opened.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

The open/closeand ventswitches for thepower sunroofare located onthe overheadconsole. Theopen/close switch has two detents.

(Express-Open): Press the rear ofthis switch completely (to the seconddetent) to express-open the sunroof. Tostop the sunroof, press the switch again.To partially open the sunroof, lightlypress and hold the rear of the switch (tothe first detent) until the sunroof reachesthe desired position.

(Express-Close): Press the front ofthis switch completely (to the seconddetent) to express-close the sunroof. Tostop the sunroof, press the switch again.To partially close the sunroof, lightlypress and hold the front of the switch (tothe first detent) until the sunroof reachesthe desired position.

(Vent): Press the rear of this switchto vent the sunroof. Press the switch

again to stop the sunroof.Press and hold the front of the switch toclose the sunroof.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

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Sunroof (if equipped)

Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist(if equipped)

Universal Home Remote (if equipped)

Note: Do not use the Universal HomeRemote with any garage door opener thatdoes not have the “stop and reverse” fea-ture or any opener manufactured beforeApril 1, 1982.

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The rear seats flip and fold forward toprovide access to the Midgate.To fold the seat:1. Make sure nothing is in front of the

seat.2. Pull the strap located at the rear of

the seat cushion to flip the cushionforward.

3. Pull down the seatback to fold it flat.See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

The Midgate can be lowered with therear window in place or while the win-dow is secured in the Midgate windowstorage pocket.To lower the Midgate with the rear win-dow in place:1. Fold the rear seats (see Folding the

Rear Seats).2. Standing outside the vehicle, place

one hand against the Midgate to pre-vent it from falling forward unexpect-edly. Turn the release handle (locatedin the center of the crossbar) clock-wise, allowing the Midgate to lower.

3. Lower the Midgate until it lies flatagainst the folded seatbacks.

To lower the Midgate with the rearwindow stored in the Midgate windowstorage pocket:1. Fold the rear seats (see Folding the

Rear Seats).2. Remove and store the window (see

Rear Window Removal and Storage).3. Standing outside the vehicle, place

one hand against the crossbar (thebar with the release handle) to pre-vent the Midgate from falling forwardunexpectedly. Turn the release han-dle clockwise, allowing the Midgateto lower.

4. As you lower the Midgate with thewindow stored, the entire crossbarwill lower with the Midgate. This isnormal; however, be prepared for theextra weight of the crossbar.

5. Lower the Midgate until it lies flatagainst the folded seatbacks.

Folding the Rear Seats

Lowering the Midgate™

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6. Turn both window lock knobs, locatedat the top corners of the storagepocket, to the locked position. Whenboth lock knobs are in the lockedposition, the window is securelystored.

7. Push bothlatch leversup to thelocked posi-tion untileach clicks,indicatingthey arelocked correctly.

To install the rear window:1. Squeeze, pull down and release the

latch levers.2. Hold the rear glass against the

Midgate with one hand and turn theglass lock knobs to the unlockedposition.

To return the Midgate to its normal posi-tion, raise the Midgate up with a firm,swinging motion to ensure it closes withenough force to latch securely.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

To remove the rear window:1. Fold the rear seats (see Folding the

Rear Seats).2. Squeeze,

pull downand releasethe latchlevers locat-ed near theupper cor-ners of the rear window. The windowcatch release button will prevent therear window from falling forward.

3. While holding the rear windowin place,press thewindowcatchreleasebutton andpull the topof the win-dow toward you using the grab han-dles located at the top of the window.

4. With the window tilted toward you,use the grab handles to lift it from thelower frame channel.

5. Load the window into the Midgatewindow storage pocket by placing thelower edge of the window behind thethree retaining tabs. With the grabhandles facing you, hold the windowflat against the storage pocket.

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Rear Window Removal andStorage

Note: See Section 2 of your OwnerManual for important Midgateoperation warnings.

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3. Pull the window out of the storagepocket using the grab handles.

4. Tilt the glass slightly and guide thebottom edge into the window frame’slower channel.

5. Apply some downward pressure onthe window to ensure the bottomedge is properly seated in thechannel.

6. Use one hand to push the window flatagainst the window frame seal andhold it in place. Use your other handto press each latch lever up until itclicks, indicating it is locked in place.



StabiliTrak is an advanced computer-controlled vehicle stability and tractionenhancement system that assists withdirectional control of the vehicle indifficult driving conditions. It turns onautomatically every time you start yourvehicle.To limit wheelspin and help maintaindirectional control, you should alwaysleave the system on. However, if yourvehicle becomes stuck and rocking thevehicle is required, the system shouldbe turned off.To turn off thetraction controlpart of the sys-tem, press the

(StabiliTrak)button locatedbelow theclimate controls on the instrument panel. To turn off the traction control and stabil-ity enhancement systems, press andhold the button for five seconds.When the system is turned off, theStabiliTrak light will illuminate.See Section 4 of your Owner Manual.

The Tire Pressure Monitor alerts youwhen a significant reduction in pressureoccurs in one or more of your vehicle’stires by illuminating the (Low TirePressure) warning light on the instru-ment panel. The low tire pressure warn-ing light will remain on until you correctthe tire pressure.

StabiliTrak® – Stability ControlSystem

PERFORMANCE & MAINTENANCE

Tire Pressure Monitor

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To open the fuel door, press the center-rear edge of the door and it will popopen slightly. Pull the door to open itfully.When closing the fuel door, press therear edge of the door until it latches andis flush with the side of the vehicle.If the Tighten Gas Cap message is dis-played on the Driver Information Center(DIC), check that your fuel cap is prop-erly installed. If the cap is not securelyfastened, turn it clockwise until a clickingsound is heard, indicating that it is prop-erly installed. The DIC message will turnoff after a few driving trips with the capproperly installed.See Sections 3 and 5 of your Owner Manual.

The Oil Life System calculates engine oillife based on vehicle use and displaysCHANGE ENGINE OIL in the DriverInformation Center (DIC) when it’s nec-essary to change your engine oil and fil-ter. The Oil Life System should be resetto 100% only following an oil change.To reset the Oil Life System:1. Turn on the ignition.2. Press the (Vehicle Information)

button until the DIC displays OIL LIFEREMAINING.

3. Press and hold the (Set/Reset)button until 100% is displayed.

4. Turn off the ignition.See Section 5 of your Owner Manual.

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You may also have a CHECK TIREPRESSURE message appear on theDIC (if equipped). Correcting the Tire PressureWhen the low tire pressure warning lightilluminates, you must fill the tire to theproper tire inflation pressure (just as youmust refuel the vehicle when the lowfuel warning light illuminates). The Tireand Loading Information label shows thecorrect inflation pressure for the tireswhen they’re cold. “Cold” means yourvehicle has been sitting for at least threehours or driven no more than one mile.You can temporarily remove the DICmessage by acknowledging it with yourDIC controls. However, at the next vehi-cle start-up, the DIC message will reap-pear if the tire pressure has not beencorrected.During cooler conditions, the low tirepressure warning light may appear whenthe vehicle is first started and then turnoff as you start to drive the vehicle. Thiscould be an early indicator that your tirepressures are getting low and need tobe inflated to the proper pressure.


Note: The Tire Pressure Monitor canalert you about low tire pressure, but itdoesn’t replace normal monthly tiremaintenance.

Refueling the Vehicle

Resetting the Engine Oil Life System

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Roadside Assistance

My GMLink

1-800-CHEV-USA(1-800-243-8872)TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438As the proud owner of a new Chevroletvehicle, you are automatically enrolled inthe Chevrolet Roadside Assistance pro-gram. This value-added service is intendedto provide you with peace of mind as youdrive in the city or travel the open road. Chevrolet’s Roadside Assistance toll-freenumber is staffed by a team of technicallytrained advisors, who are available 24hours a day, 365 days a year. The advisorscan provide minor repair information ormake arrangements to tow your vehicle tothe nearest Chevrolet dealer.Chevrolet will provide the following servicesfor 5 years/100,000 miles at no expenseto you:• Fuel delivery• Lockout service (identification required)• Tow to nearest dealership for warranty

service• Flat tire assistance• Jump startsIn many instances, mechanical failures arecovered under Chevrolet’s comprehensivewarranty. However, when other servicesare utilized, our advisors will explain anypayment obligations you might incur.

The Chevrolet Owner Center at My GMLinkis a complimentary service for Chevroletowners, a one-stop resource to enhanceyour Chevrolet ownership experience.Exclusive member benefits include onlineservice reminders, vehicle maintenancetips, online owner manual, special privi-leges and more. Sign up today atwww.mygmlink.com.

For prompt and efficient assistance whencalling, please provide the following infor-mation to the advisor:• Location of the vehicle• Telephone number and your location• Vehicle model, year and color• Vehicle mileage• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)• Vehicle license plate numberChevrolet reserves the right to limit servic-es or reimbursement to an owner or driverwhen, in Chevrolet’s judgment, the claimsbecome excessive in frequency or type ofoccurrence.

Roadside Assistance and OnStar®

(if equipped)If you have a current OnStar subscription,press the OnStar button and the vehiclewill send your current GPS location to anOnStar Advisor who will speak to you,assess your problem, contact RoadsideAssistance and relay your exact locationso you will get the help you need.

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Certain restrictions, precautions and safety procedures apply to your vehicle. Please read your OwnerManual for complete instructions. All information contained herein is based on information available at thetime of printing and is subject to change without notice. Copyright 2007 by GM Corp. All rights reserved.

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