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1. esssee een 2 2 2 7 Towing Towing Your Vehicle eeessesesss 4 2 NI EET 4 2 Transmission Automatic Fluid 5 5 Vehicle Running While Parked Voltage Devices and Wiring W Wiring High Voltage Devices2. Navigation System manual for more information HYBRID Sound Radio Nav display 1 21 e e e amp e peace m SN mu LEN To view the hybrid screen press the MENU button on the radio The hybrid screen displays when entering the Configuration Menu The display shows Auto Stop Battery Charging Engine ldle 2 Wheel and 4 Wheel Drive Modes for Engine Power Battery Power Hybrid Power Section 4 Your Driving the Road and the Vehicle Electric Power Steering Driving Your Vehicle m 4 2 MOWING earan Here her ossi E iR ELA E 4 2 Towing Your Vehicle seeeeeeee TOWING a Trailer arte rent meet taney Your Driving the Road and the Vehicle Electric Power Steering This vehicle has On Demand Electric Assist Power Steering instead of conventional full time hydraulic power steering It uses electricity supplied by the same battery which is re charged by the regenerative braking system Because the system is On Demand Electric Assist energy is used only when the steering wheel is turned or when the steering gear is used to help isolate the forces of rough roads This system does not use power steering fluid making it maintenance free Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer retailer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle needs to be towed Towing a Trailer For more information
3. this warning light comes on briefly when the ignition is in ON RUN If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer retailer If the system is working normally the indicator light goes off If the light comes on and stays on while driving there could be a problem with the StabiliTrak system and the vehicle might need service When this warning light is on the StabiliTrak system is off and does not limit wheel spin The light flashes if the system is active and is working to assist the driver with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions See the owner manual for more information Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Oil Pressure Gage United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature It also provides an indicator of how hard the vehicle is working During a majority of the operation the gage reads 210 F 100 C or less If a load is being pulled or going up hills it is normal for the temperature to fluctuate and go over the 235 F 113 C mark However if the gage reaches the 260 F 125 C mark it indicates that the cooling system is working beyond its capacity Canada United States The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi pounds per square inch when the engine is running Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa kilopascals Oil pressure should be 29 to 80 psi 200 to 550 kPa In certain situations such as long extended idles on
4. you may i want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to Notice gnoring these steps could result in costly start your vehicle Use the following steps to do it safely damage to the vehicle that would not be covered by the warranty Trying to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work and it could damage the vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice f the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other It could cause a ground connection you do not want You would not be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put the automatic transmission in P Park or a manual transmission in N Neutral before setting the parking brake If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in N Neutral Notice f you leave the radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure they could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by the warranty Always turn off t
5. Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 4 With the engine not running for at least one minute the maximum fluid level A is at the top of the reservoir body With the engine running the fluid level should be in the proper operating range B between the MIN and MAX marks If it is not have the brake hydraulic system checked to see if there is a leak After work is done on the brake hydraulic system make sure the level with the engine running is in the proper operating range B between the MIN and MAX marks 5 12 What to Add Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid from a sealed container See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the owner manual Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir A CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in the brake hydraulic system the brakes might not work well This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake hydraulic system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in the brake hydraulic system can damage brake hydraulic system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If brake fluid is spilled on the vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on the vehicle If you do w
6. and stays on it means that oil is as possible and have the vehicle serviced not flowing through the engine properly The vehicle could be low on oil and might have some other system problem Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil During an AUTO STOP there is zero oil pressure but this light will not come on Fuel Gage Listed are four situations that may occur with the fuel gage none of these indicate a problem At the gas station the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads F full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the CD fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually S took a little more or less than half the tank s i capacity to fill the tank The gage moves a little while turning a corner or while accelerating United States Canada E The gage does not go back to E empty when the ignition is turned off When the ignition is on the fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank An arrow on the fuel gage indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on The gage first indicates E empty before the vehicle is out of fuel but the vehicle should be refueled as soon as possible Driver Information Center DIC Trip Fuel Menu Items
7. by the vehicle warranty Shift to R Reverse only after the vehicle is stopped To rock the vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging the transmission see If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index of the vehicle s owner manual N Neutral In this position the engine and transmission are not connected with the wheels To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving use N Neutral only A CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Do not shift into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of P Park or N Neutral with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Be sure the engine is not running at high speed when shifting the vehicle D Drive This position is for normal driving It provides the best fuel economy If you need more power for passing and you are e Going less than about 35 mph 55 km h push the accelerator pedal about halfway down e Going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the accelerator all the way down D Drive or M Manual Mode can be used when towing a trailer carrying a heavy load driving on steep hills or for off road driv
8. dealer retailer at the DMCM coolant surge tank but be sure the DMCM cooling system including the DMCM coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it Use the procedure following A CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap Notice Using coolant other than a pre mixed DEX COOL available at your dealer retailer may damage your vehicle Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always use a pre mixed DEX COOL silicate free coolant in your vehicle ACAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine lf the DMCM coolant is empty the vehicle must be serviced by your dealer and a special fill procedure must be followed Notice Attempting to fill the DMCM cooling surge tank yourself when the fluid level is empty can i damage your vehicle Your vehicle must be serviced 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface and turn the vehicle off Remove the DMCM coolant surge tan
9. hot days it could read as low as 15 psi 105 kPa and still be considered normal A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure Check the oil as soon as possible ZN CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low The engine can become so hot that it catches fire Someone could be burned Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil AUTO STOP When the engine goes into Automatic Engine Stop the oil pressure gage drops to zero when the tachometer is at the AUTO STOP position This is normal and oil pressure returns to the normal operating range once the engine starts See Starting the Vehicle on page 2 12 for more information AUTO STOP displays in the Driver Information Center DIC when the vehicle speed is zero See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 12 for more information Oil Pressure Light This light comes on briefly as a check it works when the ignition is in ON RUN lf it does not have the AN CAUTION vehicle serviced Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low The engine can become so hot that it catches fire Someone could be burned Check the oil as soon If the light comes on
10. of the front rail 2 Firmly press down on each side of the cover until the latches are secured into the side rails 3 Release both straps on the cover Roll the cover out Each bow should fall between the side rails 4 When the cover is rolled out place the rear rail into the rear pivot mounts Press firmly down on the driver side until the latch is secured into the side rails Only the driver side has a latch 5 Secure the driver side of the cover to the side rail Then pull the cover tight across the bed and fasten the passenger side Removal Secure the buckles by folding them once then slide them under the cord located on the cover To remove the cover open the tailgate and pull the rear cord to the right 2 From the driver side roll the cover up tightly 3 After the cover is rolled up secure both tie down straps by pulling them tightly 4 Secure the cover into the open position 5 On the passenger side release the Velcro from the side rail 6 Then pull the front cord to the right This releases the cover assembly from the side rail 7 Pick the cover assembly up on the driver side and pull the whole assembly off the truck box Adjustment 1 If the cover is tight turn the tensioning screw counter clockwise to loosen the tension of the vinyl This makes it easier to operate the rear release latch The tensioning screws are l
11. pockets Align the front edge of the cover with the front edge of the bed rail so that it is centered on each side of the truck bed Lower the front clamp from its storage position 6 The clamp should be securely engaged Shake the handle assembly to make sure the handle does not move 4 Tilt the clamp assembly so that the locator is in the slot pull down on the assembly and slide the clamp under the edge of the inner lip of the bed rail 7 There are locking features on the front clamps only Fa With the handle in the clamped position push the locking tab to engage the lock FEE 8 Repeat the clamp attachment steps 3 through 7 for the opposite side For 5 Pull the handle toward the rear of the truck to engage the clamp Make sure the locator is secure into the slot A If unable to completely engage clamp see the tightening and loosening procedures later in this section Closing the Cover 1 2 3 4 Release both the retention straps located on the top of the cover behind the cab and press into the stored position Unfold the tonneau cover to the closed position Lower the rear set of clamp assemblies from the stored position Tilt the clamp assembly so that the locator is in the slot pull down on the assembly and slide the clamp under the edge of the inner lip on the bed rail 5 Pull the handle toward the rear of the truck to engage the cl
12. the negative cable does not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to the remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 10 Connect the other end of the negative cable to the remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 11 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 12 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice f the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal 5 20 Jumper Cable Removal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative Terminal B Good Battery or Remote Positive and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the bad battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Ret
13. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra Two mode Hybrid Seats and Restraint System 1 1 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Rear Seats RG ssssseseseeeeeee eee ee eee eeeeneenenenes 1 2 Your Driving the Road and the Vehicle 4 2 Restraint System Check 1 3 Towing oe e cee cc soie ie eae aii 4 2 Features and Controls een 2 1 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Storage Areas isaer dne eres beer e 2 2 NIMM m 5 2 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 12 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 3 Instrument Panel Ree 3 1 Electrical System oo eee cece ee ee eee ee eee een es 5 21 Climate Controls eecceccceecececeeeeeeeereeeeeeeaes 3 2 Appearance Care ce eddiceeceee tette 5 23 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 3 Capacities and Specifications 5 24 Driver Information Center DIC 3 12 Maintenance Schedule sene 6 1 Audio System s ooo cc cccec ccc eeeeceeneceeeeeeeeenes 3 14 Maintenance Schedule 6 2 hey em 1 GENERAL MOTORS GM and the GM Emblem CHEVROLET the CHEVROLET Emblem GMC the GMC Emblem and the names SILVERADO and SIERRA are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation The information in this manual supplements the owner manual Thi
14. L coolant and deionized water available at your dealer retailer See Engine Coolant and Cooling System in the owner manual for more information When you decide it is safe to lift the hood here is what you will see C DMCM Coolant Surge Tank Engine Coolant Surge Tank D DMCM Cooling Hoses Out of View E DMCM Coolant Tank Pressure Cap lf the coolant inside the DMCM coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down A Drive Motor Generator Control Module DMCM B Engine Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap fA mT The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark with the vehicle parked on a level surface If it is not there might be a leak at the DMCM cooler core DMCM pressure cap DMCM cooler hoses DMCM cooling pump or somewhere else in the DMCM cooling system Notice Running the engine when there is a leak in the hybrid cooling system can cause the hybrid cooling system to lose all coolant and can damage the system Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle or run the engine How to Add Coolant to the DMCM Coolant Surge Tank fA ANN SN ee If no problem has been found yet check to see if coolant is visible in the DMCM coolant surge tank If coolant is visible add pre mixed DEX COOL coolant available at your
15. Press the trip fuel button to display the battery voltage For more items see DIC Operation and Displays in the owner manual BATTERY VOLTAGE This display shows the current battery voltage If the voltage is in the normal range the value will display For example the display may read BATTERY VOLTAGE 13 2 VOLTS If the voltage is high or low the display will read HIGH or LOW Your vehicle s charging system regulates voltage based on the state of the battery The battery voltage may fluctuate when viewing this information on the DIC This is normal See Charging System Light in the owner manual for more information If there is a problem with the battery charging system the DIC will display a message See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 12 INST Instantaneous ECONOMY This display normally shows instantaneous fuel economy When the vehicle is in Auto Stop mode AUTO STOP will be displayed See Starting the Vehicle on page 2 12 for more information The display may also show if the vehicle is currently in V4 MODE or V8 MODE See Active Fuel Management in the owner manual for more information DIC Warnings and Messages Warning messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some action may be needed by the driver to correct the condition If there is more than one message that needs to be displayed they will appear one after another Some messages may n
16. Seat Operation All Split Bench and Hybrid Full Bench Restraint System Check ssssssssss Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation All Split Bench and Hybrid Full Bench Folding Rear Seat On a vehicle with a second row 60 40 split seat either side of the rear seat may be folded for added cargo space 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 Make sure that nothing is on the seat 1 2 To fold the seat slowly pull the seat cushion up To return the seat to the normal seating position slowly pull the seat cushion down ZN CAUTION 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 Restraint System Check Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If an airbag inflates or the vehicle has been in a crash the vehicle s sensing system may command the automatic hybrid battery disconnect to open The battery will disconnect The hybrid battery will be off and the vehicle will not start The airb
17. United States Version shown Canada similar When the gas engine is off and the key is in the ON RUN position the position of the tachometer indicator shows the state of the vehicle AUTO STOP position indicates that the vehicle is still able to move and the engine could restart by an Auto Start at any time OFF position indicates that the engine is off When the engine is on the tachometer indicator shows the engine s revolutions per minute rpm Charging System Light This light will come on briefly when the ignition is turned to ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN but the engine is not running as a check to show it is working It should go out once the engine has been started If it stays on or comes on while driving there could be a problem with the charging system A charging system Driver Information Center DIC message may also appear See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 12 for more information This light could indicate that there are electrical problems Have it checked right away If a short distance must be driven with the light on be certain to turn off all the accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Fuel Economy Gage md RS 2 CS economy United States Canada This gage indicates fuel efficiency To obtain the best fuel efficiency operate the vehicle so that the indicator is in the high efficiency band The highest efficiency point is the center of the gage Aggressive braking tha
18. ag readiness light and or SERVICE HYBRID SYSTEM message may come on in the driver information center See Airbag Readiness Light in the owner manual and Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 12 for more information To operate the vehicle the automatic hybrid battery disconnect must be serviced by a qualified service technician and sensing system parts will need to be replaced Have the vehicle serviced right away 42 NOTES Section 2 Features and Controls Storage Areas l a rreren 2 2 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 12 Tonneau Cover Hard Tonneau 2 2 Starting the Vehicle sees 2 12 Tonneau Cover Soft Tonneau 2 7 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 14 Regenerative Braking eese 2 18 Running the Vehicle While Parked 2 18 2 1 Storage Areas Tonneau Cover Hard Tonneau Installing the Cover ZN CAUTION An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver Someone could be injured If the cover is removed always store it in the proper storage location After positioning the cargo cover back on the vehicle always be sure that it is securely reattached by properly securing the straps and latches Position the tonneau cover onto the top of the pickup box with the locator tabs positioned into the front stake
19. amp Make sure the locator is secured into the slot A If unable to completely engage clamp see the tightening and loosening procedures later in this section 6 The clamp should be securely engaged Shake the handle assembly to make sure the handle does not move 7 Repeat the clamp attachment steps 3 through 6 for the opposite side 8 Close the endgate Opening the Tonneau Cover 1 Turn both of the rear handles inward to release compression 2 Pull the clamp down and turn the assemblies to disengage them from the lip of the pickup box 3 Open the cover to expose the handles 4 Align the clamp assembly bolt A with the retention feature B 5 Turn the handle assembly and clamp assembly bolt sideways A into the slot of the retention feature B E 6 The handle should lie flat on the panel with the handles facing inward Press firmly to secure This step must be done before stowing the cover 7 Fold the cover forward 8 Remove the retaining strap from the bow Connect the retention buckle ends One end is located on the front of the tonneau cover behind the cab and the other end is on the tonneau cover 9 Pull on each strap to make sure both buckles are attached Removing the Tonneau Cover 1 Open the cover by following the procedure described previously under Opening the Tonneau Cover 2 Disengage the locking tabs located on the front h
20. andles by pulling them rearward 3 Turn the handles inward to release 4 Pull the clamp down and turn the assembly to disengage it from the lip of the truck box 5 Turn the cover to expose the handles 6 Align the clamp assembly bolt A with the retention feature B 7 Turn the handle assembly sideways by tilting the assembly bolt A into the slot of the retention feature B ol E 8 The handle should lie flat on the panel with the handles facing inward Press firmly to secure 9 Remove the tonneau cover from the vehicle Tightening the Clamp 1 Push the handle forward to release it from the clamped position 2 Disengage the clamp from the inner edge of the bed rail and slide the assembly inward 3 Adjust the clamp height on the bolt by turning the entire clamp assembly counter clockwise 4 Attach the clamps as indicated in steps 4 and 5 of Installing the Cover Loosening the Clamp 1 Return the handle to the fully disengaged position 2 Disengage the clamp from the inner edge of the bed rail and slide the assembly inward 3 Adjust the clamp height by turning the entire clamp assembly clockwise 4 Reattach the clamps as indicated in steps 4 and 5 of Installing the Cover Tonneau Cover Soft Tonneau Side Rail ACAUTION An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver Someone could be inju
21. ary Underhood Fuse Block HEE Fas Underhood Fuse Block a ili ale Ce The hybrid underhood fuse block is located in the s ES engine compartment near the front of the vehicle Lift jane EME the cover for access to the fuse relay block See Engine O Compartment Overview on page 5 4 for more MS e information on its location For more information on the E main underhood fuse block see Underhood Fuse p Block in the owner manual ARE FAN CNTAL ACPO SUV Only BECM FAN ACCM GAB HTR PMP 5 22 Fuses Usage EMPTY Cooling Fan Low Speed 6 y O COOL PUMP FAN MID 1 Cooling Fan Mid 1 Drive Motor Generator Control Module 1 Drive Motor Generator Control Module 2 BECM Cooling Fan High Speed FAN MID 2 Cooling Fan Mid 2 FAN CNTRL Cooling Fan Control Appearance Care J Case Usage Vehicle Care Appearance Materials Auxiliary Transmission TRANSPUMP Fluid Pump When scraping the windshield glass to remove ice FAN 2 Cooling Fan 2 and snow stay clear of the hybrid decal CAB HITR PMP Cab Heater Pump To have the hybrid decals removed from the vehicle please see your dealer retailer Capacities and Specifications Application Capacities Automatic Transmission Pan Removal and Filter Replacement 11 5 qt 10 9L Cooling System Drive Motor Generator Control Module Cooling 6 0L V8 Engine Cooling System 17 2 qt 16 3L Fuel Tank 26 0 gal 98 4L See Automatic Transmission Flui
22. ash it off immediately See Washing Your Vehicle in the owner manual Brake Wear This vehicle has disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound can come and go or be heard all the time the vehicle is moving except when applying the brake pedal firmly ACAUTION The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well That could lead to an accident When the brake wear warning sound is heard have the vehicle serviced Notice Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications in Capacities and Specifications in the owner manual Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer retailer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign that brake service might be required Brake Adjustment Every time the brakes are applied the disc brakes adjust for wear R
23. cessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage ZN CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you are not careful See Jump Starting on page 5 16 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Infrequent Usage If the vehicle is driven infrequently remove the 12 volt battery black negative cable from the battery This helps keep the battery from running down Extended Storage For extended storage of the vehicle remove the 12 volt battery black negative cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger This helps maintain the charge of the battery over an extended period of time Remember to reconnect the battery when ready to drive the vehicle Jump Starting A CAUTION Personal injury death or damage to the vehicle A CAUTION Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because e They contain acid that can burn you e They contain gas that can explode or ignite e They contain enough electricity to burn you can result if you try jump starting or using a battery charger on the high voltage hybrid battery Use only the 12 volt battery for jump starting and charging If you do not follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you If the vehicle s 12 volt battery has run down
24. d on page 5 5 for information on checking fluid level All capacities are approximate Recheck fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 6 0L Ve 0 040 in 1 07 mm Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 1 Maintenance Schedule Engine Drive Belt Routing Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids identified below are specific to the hybrid vehicle and can be obtained from your dealer retailer See the owner manual for the other fluids and lubricants recommended for the vehicle Usage Fluid Lubricant Always use the pre mixed Drive 50 50 DUET ad A water and DEX L silicate free Motor Generator coolant available at your MCN ule dealer retailer See Drive Motor Generator Control Module Cooling System DMCM Cooling System on page 5 6 A Antilock Brake System ABS Warning LIONI ioa E Rope ERR ERES 3 7 Appearance Care Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 23 Audio System s Navigation Radio System 3 14 Automatic Transmission Fluid 5 5 Battery i oot eins e buste I igi estos Gone 5 15 Belt Routing Engine eeseseussse 6 2 Brake Fluid em 5 11 BIGKOSJ ecc ou ci tb neo LL T E ats 5 11 Regenerative Braking ses
25. eplacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking The vehicle was designed and tested with top quality brake parts When parts of the braking system are replaced for example when the brake linings wear down and new ones are installed be sure to get new approved replacement parts If this is not done the brakes might not work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for the vehicle the balance between the front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance expected can change in many other ways if the wrong replacement brake parts are installed Battery This vehicle has a standard 12 volt battery and a high voltage hybrid battery When a new standard 12 volt battery is needed see your dealer retailer for one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label Only a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools should inspect test or replace the hybrid battery See your dealer retailer if the hybrid battery needs service If an airbag inflates or the vehicle has been in a crash the vehicle s sensing system might command the automatic hybrid battery disconnect to open See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 3 for more information Warning Battery posts terminals and related ac
26. er manual Electric Air Conditioning Compressor This hybrid vehicle has a electrically powered air conditioning compressor This allows for continuous air conditioning operation and passenger comfort even while the hybrid engine cycles on and off When operating the climate control system select the AUTO mode and the desired temperature setting The climate control system automatically adjusts the fan speed and airflow direction The climate control system continues to adjust the climate control settings chosen for best use of electrical power To get maximum engine off time during mild temperatures select a warmer temperature setting or turn off the air conditioning to shut off the compressor During hot weather it is recommended to keep the air conditioning on with the windows closed Continuous air conditioning use can cause the engine to autostart more frequently Some noise may be heard occasionally from the compressor especially when air conditioning use is high and the engine has turned off Warning Lights Gages and Indicators Instrument Panel Cluster 60 RPM z x1000 T2 ee MPH km h economy EJyBRID United States version shown Canada similar The instrument cluster is designed to show at a glance how the vehicle is running It indicates how fast the vehicle is going about how much fuel is left and many other things needed to drive safely and economically Tachometer Hysrip
27. he radio and other accessories when jump starting the vehicle 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlets Turn off the radio and all the lamps that are not needed This avoids sparks and helps save both batteries It could save the radio 4 Open the hood on the other vehicle and locate the positive and negative terminal locations on that vehicle SD MO E f Lo HIT Va B E The positive connection is located under a red plastic cover at the positive battery post To uncover the remote positive terminal open the red plastic cover 5 The remote negative is a solid engine ground A CAUTION An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan ACAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not 6 Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or need to add water to the battery installed in your missing insulation If they do you could get a new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be shock The vehicles could be damaged too sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is lo
28. id vehicle perform as if the brake pedal in the vehicle is being pressed The trailer brake operation check will still work If the trailer brakes are manually applied for an extended period of time the SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM DIC message comes on The message goes off after the trailer brakes have been released No other action is necessary For more information see Trailer Brakes in the Index of the vehicle s owner manual 42 NOTES 4 4 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care SEVICE isc ttn stat 5 2 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 2 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 8 High Voltage Devices and Wiring 5 8 Engine Compartment Overview 5 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid 5 5 Drive Motor Generator Control Module DMCM Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 6 Drive Motor Generator Control Module DMCM Cooling System 25 tree ore etc 5 6 Power Steering Fluid sessssssse 5 11 lr M 5 11 Battery Se e c 5 15 Jump Starting iiic acess e reborn ei muse sio 5 16 Electrical System ssesesseseseeeeeses 5 21 High Voltage Devices and Wiring 5 21 Fuses and Circuit Breakers sss 5 21 Underhood Fuse Block sesseess 5 22 Appearance Care l a 5 23 Vehicle Care Appearance Ma
29. ing You may want to shift the transmission to a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often Downshifting the transmission in slippery road conditions could result in skidding See Skidding under Loss of Control in the owner manual for more information When temperatures are very cold the transmission s gear shifting may be delayed providing more stable shifts until the engine warms up Shifts may be more noticeable with a cold transmission This difference in shifting is normal M Manual Mode This position lets drivers select the range of gears appropriate for current driving conditions If the vehicle has this feature see Range Selection Mode later in this section Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission The repair will not be covered by the vehicle warranty If you are stuck do not spin the tires When stopping on a hill use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place The vehicle has a shift stabilization feature that adjusts the transmission shifting to the current driving conditions to reduce rapid upshifts and downshifts If the shift stabilization feature determines that a current vehicle speed cannot be maintained the transmission does not upshift In some cases this may appear to be a delayed shift however the transmission is operating normally Range Selection Mode The Range Selection Mode contr
30. k pressure cap when the DMCM cooling system including the DMCM coolant surge tank pressure cap and DMCM cooling hoses are no longer hot Turn the DMCM coolant surge tank pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about one full turn Wait 30 seconds 2 3 Then keep turning the DMCM coolant surge tank pressure cap slowly and remove it Add the pre mixed DEX COOL available at your dealer retailer to the DMCM coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark Turn the ignition to ON RUN without starting the engine The hybrid cooling pumps will run and any trapped air will purge to the surge tank 5 Add the pre mixed DEX COOL available at your dealer retailer until the coolant level is maintained at the FULL COLD mark This should take no longer than two minutes of hybrid cooling pump operation If the level cannot be kept at the FULL COLD level your vehicle may need service See your dealer retailer 6 Then replace the DMOM coolant surge tank pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated Notice Using tap water cooling system sealers or conditioners in an attempt to stop coolant leaks can damage the DMCM and engine cooling systems Never use tap water cooling system sealers or conditioners in your cooling system Power Steering Fluid Do not top off the brake fluid Adding fluid does not correct a leak If fluid is added when the linings The vehicle has elect
31. ll on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped have the vehicle towed for service If the light comes on while driving pull off the road and stop carefully The pedal might be harder to push or can go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light does not go out have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 2 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System ABS this light comes on briefly when the engine is in ON RUN That is normal If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem If the ABS light stays on turn the ignition off if the light comes on while driving stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the ABS light still stays on or comes on again while driving the vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light is not on the vehicle still has brakes but not antilock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 5 For vehicles with a Driver Information Center DIC see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 12 for all brake related DIC messages StabiliTrak Indicator Light A ee For vehicles with StabiliTrak
32. m ABS Warning 3 7 Brake System Warning sseeseseess 3 5 Charging Systelm eiie nta tt retinens 3 4 Oil Pressure sss Ene 3 10 StabiliTrak Indicator eessseeeese 3 7 Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 2 Manual How to Use ccc ccccc cee ee eee eee eee eeeeeeeaees iii Navigation Radio System ssssesssse 3 14 Oil Pressure Light ettet Ren 3 10 Oil Pressure Gage cene exten 3 8 Owners Canadian cesssee mee ii Power Steering Fluid sseeseeeesssssss 5 11 Radios Navigation Radio System 3 14 Rear Seat Operation ssseeess 1 2 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 2 Regenerative Braking eese 2 18 Restraint System Check Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash iue isinin esiaren 1 3 Running the Vehicle While Parked 2 18 Seats Rear Seat Operation 2 843 brad eee 1 2 Service Doing Your Own Work 5 2 Specifications and Capacities 5 24 StabiliTrak Indicator Light eeese 3 7 Starting Your Vehicle sseeeeeeeesse 2 12 Steering Fluid POWER esses dida du RR n ble re ien UR 5 11 Tachometer ccc cc eee ec eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeceeeeetenseneenees 3 4 Tonneau Cover
33. nk Pressure Cap on page 5 6 See Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap in the owner manual Engine Oil Fill Cap See Engine Oil in the owner manual Automatic Transmission Fluid For more information see Automatic Transmission Fluid in the owner manual Index Checking the Fluid Level e COLD ES S88 HOT Your vehicle s automatic transmission dipstick looks like this For more information on location see Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 4 Drive Motor Generator Control Module DMCM Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 4 for more information on location The Drive Motor Generator Control Module DMCM coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully installed on the hybrid coolant surge tank Notice f the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible damage to the Drive Motor Generator Control Module DMCM may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured Drive Motor Generator Control Module DMCM Cooling System In addition to the regular cooling system the vehicle also has a cooling system for the DMCM system This System is serviced differently than the vehicle s main cooling system The DMCM cooling system includes the DMOM coolant surge tank DMCM surge tank pressure cap DMCM cooling pumps hybrid cooling radiator and the Drive Motor Generator Control Module DMCM The DMCM cooling system uses a 50 50 pre mixed DEX COO
34. nt starting of the engine from Auto Stop mode is called Auto Start Some of the vehicle conditions that may cause the engine to Auto Start are The hood is opened The gear selector is in M Manual Mode or R Reverse The hybrid battery state of charge is too low The hybrid battery voltage temperature or power limits are exceeded The engine is not at operating temperature Acceleration demands require the use of the engine EV Mode The vehicle also has an EV mode which uses only the electric motor to move the vehicle With light acceleration the vehicle will drive in EV mode EV mode is unavailable when the vehicle is out of fuel If increased acceleration is required or the vehicle reaches approximately 30 mph 40 km h the engine will start automatically The engine shuts off at speeds below 25 mph 40 km h unless the transmission is in M Manual Mode or Auto Stop is disabled During heavy acceleration both the engine and hybrid electric motors supply power A sensation similar to a transmission gear change can be felt as the transmission changes modes Engine RPM may remain above 4 000 RPM for a longer period during hard acceleration Automatic Transmission Operation The vehicle has an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument panel cluster There are several different positions for the shift lever See Range Selection Mode later in this section P Park This positi
35. ocated on each side rail Use the provided 1 4 inch key to turn the tensioning screws 2 Adjust the screws on both sides to the same tension Starting and Operating Your Vehicle Starting the Vehicle ZN CAUTION Exiting the vehicle without first shifting into P Park may cause the vehicle to move and you or others can be seriously injured Because the vehicle has the Automatic Engine Start Stop feature the vehicle s engine might seem to be shut off when you come to a complete stop However once the brake pedal is released the vehicle can move The vehicle s engine can also restart at any time Shift to P Park and turn the ignition to LOCK OFF before exiting the vehicle Start the engine as you would any other engine See Starting the Engine in the owner manual for more information on starting The hybrid system provides very quiet engine starting If pulling a trailer with trailer brakes see Towing a Trailer on page 4 2for more information 2 12 Auto Stop The vehicle has an Auto Stop feature After a successful engine start the engine may turn off and operate in the Auto Stop mode Some of the vehicle conditions that allow the engine to stop running and enter the Auto Stop mode are e Ignition switch is in the ON RUN position The hood is closed The gear selector is in P Park N Neutral or D Drive The hybrid battery is at an acceptable state of charge The hybrid battery
36. ols the vehicle s transmission To use this feature 1 Move the shift lever to the M Manual Mode 2 Press the plus minus button to upshift or downshift selecting the desired range of gears A number displays next to the M indicating the current gear that has been selected The number displayed in the gear indicator is the highest gear that can be used The vehicle can automatically shift to lower gears as it adjusts to driving conditions When 3 Third is selected 1 First through 3 Third gears are automatically shifted by the vehicle but 4 Fourth cannot be used until it is selected The Range Selection Mode controls the vehicle and engine speed while driving down a hill or towing a trailer by allowing you to select a desired range of gears When you move the shift lever into M the transmission will default to M4 In this gear range effective engine braking occurs at speeds above 45 mph 72 km h Pushing the minus button on the shift lever reduces the gear range In the M3 gear range effective engine braking occurs at speeds above 35 mph 56 km h In the M2 gear range effective engine braking occurs at speeds above 25 mph 40 km h In the M1 gear range effective engine braking occurs at speeds above 10 mph 16 km h When operating in M Manual Mode Auto Stop is disabled For better vehicle efficiency operate the vehicle in D Drive not M Manual Mode Cruise control can be used while using
37. on locks the rear wheels It is the best position to use when you start the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily When parked on a hill especially when the vehicle has a heavy load you may notice an increase in the effort to shift out of P Park See Shifting Into P Park in the Index of vehicle s owner manual for more information A CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set the parking brake and move the shift lever to P Park See Shifting Into Park in the Owner Manual If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 2 ACAUTION If you have Four Wheel Drive the vehicle will be free to roll even if the shift lever is in P Park if the transfer case is in Neutral So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear Two Wheel Drive High or Four Wheel Drive High or Four Wheel Drive Low not in Neutral See Shifting Into Park in the Owner Manual R Reverse Use this gear to back up Notice Shifting to R Reverse while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered
38. ord in the owner manual Checking Things Under the Hood High Voltage Devices and Wiring ZN CAUTION Exposure to high voltage can cause shock burns and even death The high voltage systems in your vehicle can only be serviced by technicians with special training High voltage devices are identified by labels Do not remove open take apart or modify these devices High voltage cable or wiring has orange covering Do not probe tamper with cut or modify high voltage cable or wiring Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on your vehicle you will see NM H a e e rs ABS Sa Se JARAN 2 SDN t DEAN AN TOR See Engine Air Cleaner Filter in the owner manual Drive Motor Generator Control Module DMCM See Drive Motor Generator Control Module DMCM Cooling System on page 5 6 Engine Oil Dipstick See Engine Oil in the owner manual Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5 5 Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 5 11 See Underhood Fuse Block in the owner manual See Windshield Washer Fluid in the owner manual Hybrid Auxiliary Fuse Block See Underhood Fuse Block on page 5 22 DMCM Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap See Drive Motor Generator Control Module DMCM Coolant Surge Ta
39. ot require immediate action but you should press the select button or the trip odometer reset stem on the instrument panel cluster to acknowledge that you received the message and clear it from the display Some messages cannot be cleared from the display because they are more urgent these messages require action before they can be removed from the DIC display The following are the possible messages that can be displayed and some information about them For information on other DIC messages see DIC Warnings and Messages in the owner manual Index SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM If the hybrid battery system faults or fails this message will appear on the DIC The engine auto stop feature will be disabled and the battery charging system light will appear in the instrument panel cluster See Battery Warning Light in the owner manual Index Driving with this light on could drain your batteries Have the electrical system checked as soon as possible Pressing the select button or the trip odometer reset stem on the instrument panel cluster will acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display HOOD OPEN If the hood is not fully closed or there is a problem with the hood switch this message will be displayed Close the hood to clear the message If the HOOD OPEN message continues to be displayed after verifying the hood is closed you should have the hood switch serviced Pressing the select button or the trip odomete
40. r reset stem on the instrument panel cluster will acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display When this message is displayed the auto stop function will not operate If the vehicle is in auto stop mode when this message appears the engine will instantly start OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE If engine oil pressure is low this message will be displayed on the DIC Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and do not operate it until the cause of the low oil pressure has been corrected Check your oil level as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced See Engine Oil in the owner manual Index SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM This message will be displayed if there is a problem with the brake system You will still be able to brake but it will be noticeably more difficult Pull off the road to a safe location and have your vehicle towed to the nearest dealer retailer for service See Brakes Brake System Warning Light and ABS Brake System Warning Light in the owner manual Index SERVICE HYBRID SYSTEM If this message is displayed on the DIC the vehicle may continue to operate but you need to have it serviced as soon as possible SERVICE POWER STEERING This message displays if a problem has been detected with the electric power steering Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer retailer immediately 3 13 Audio System s Navigation Radio System For vehicles with a navigation radio system see the
41. red If the cover is removed always store it in the proper storage location After positioning the cargo cover back on the vehicle always be sure that it is securely reattached by properly securing the straps and Installation 1 The adjuster screw end of each side rail should point in the direction of the cab 2 Align the front edge of the side rail with the front inside edge of pickup box Clamp Installation 1 Position three outer clamps A on each side rail The positions on the siderails are marked CLAMP 2 Position the grooves of the clamps on the side rails A using the center groove B If the pickup box has molded bed rail protectors A remove the insert C from the outer groove on the clamp and position the clamp on the side rail B using the outer groove D 4 Slide the inner clamp B into the outer clamp A 5 Turn the latch C onto the outer clamp Tighten the clamp by turning the latch C toward the side rail If the truck box has a molded bed rail protector insert the latch into the top notch on the inner clamp Adjustment If there is excessive sideways movement of the crossrails move and re install the clamps on the loose areas using the inner groove of the clamp Cover Installation 1 Place the cover assembly into the front pivot mounts to lock the latches into place on both ends
42. ric power steering and does not are worn there will be too Much fluid when new brake use power steering fluid linings are installed Add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake Brakes hydraulic system Brake Fluid i ACAUTION The brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT DOT 3 3 brake fluid See Engine If too much brake fluid is added it can spill on Compartment Overview on the engine and burn if the engine is hot enough page 5 4 for the location of You or others could be burned and the vehicle the reservoir could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system See Checking Brake Fluid in this section When the brake fluid falls to a low level the brake i warning light comes on See Brake System Warning There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in Light in the owner manual the reservoir might go down gtg Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when The brake fluid level goes down because of normal to check the brake fluid See Scheduled Maintenance brake lining wear When new linings are installed in the owner manual the fluid level goes back up Afluid leak in the brake hydraulic system can also cause a low fluid level Have the brake hydraulic System fixed since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes will not work well Checking Brake Fluid Check brake fluid by looking at the brake fluid reservoir See
43. s 2 18 System Warning Light sessirnir 3 5 Canadian Owners sesssssseseeee ii Capacities and Specifications 5 24 Charging System Light ssseessss 3 4 Climate Controls coe ecce eri 3 2 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage ssssssss 3 8 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap DMOM 5 6 Cooling System DMCM eem 5 6 Covers ATonneau ceesess III 2 2 2 7 Drive Motor Generator Control Module DMCM Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 6 Drive Motor Generator Control Module DMCM Cooling System sss 5 6 Driver Information Center DIC 3 12 Warnings and Messages seeesess 3 12 Engine Compartment Overview W u sssseeeeererreenernnne 5 4 Coolant Temperature Gage suse 3 8 Drive Belt Routing enim 6 2 Fluid Power Steering esses 5 11 Fuel GAGE amt 3 11 Fuel Economy Gage eeeeseneeee 3 5 Gage UN ZI m 3 8 dEztesjojoo p cc 3 4 Gages Engine Coolant Temperature 3 8 FUG n 3 11 Fuel Economy iraina REE neus 3 5 H High Voltage Devices and Wiring 5 3 Instrument Panel Cluster esses 3 3 Intro dut OR EE eE eds ii JUMP Starting iinan addon kede 5 16 Lights Antilock Brake Syste
44. s manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed GM reserves the right to make changes after that time without further notice Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer retailer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 1 800 551 4123 www helminc com Litho in U S A Part No 25785840 A First Printing Propri taires Canadiens On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en fran ais aupr s de concessionnaire ou l adresse suivante Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 1 800 551 4123 www helminc com Introduction Your hybrid pickup is designed to be more fuel efficient than the standard pickup which results in reduced carbon dioxide emissions 92008 General Motors Corporation All Rights Reserved Using this Supplement This supplement contains information specific to the hybrid components of the vehicle It does not explain everything you need to know about the vehicle Read this supplement along with the owner manual to learn about the vehicle s features and controls Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in back of this supplement It is an alphabetical list of what is in the supplement and the page number where you will find it 42 NOTES Section 1 Seats and Restraint System Rear Seats sssssssssssss Rear
45. see Towing a Trailer in the owner manual Index Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It depends on how the rig is used For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much the vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important It can depend on any special equipment on the vehicle and the amount of tongue weight the vehicle can carry Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the driver is in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment The weight of additional optional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight Use the following charts to determine how much the vehicle can weigh based upon the vehicle model and options Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 2WD 6 0 L V8 4WD 6 0 L V8 6 100 Ibs 2 767 kg 5 900 Ibs 2 676 kg 12 000 Ibs 5 443 kg 12 000 Ibs 5 443 kg The Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers cargo equipment and conversions The GCWR for the vehicle should not be exceeded Trailer Brakes If a trailer is being towed that has trailer brakes and the trailer brakes are manually applied while driving slower than 25 mph 40 km h the vehicle may go into auto stop mode even if the brakes are not being pressed Using the trailer brake system manually can make the hybr
46. t does not allow regenerative braking causes the indicator to move towards the far left Aggressive acceleration that requires more engine assistance and uses more fuel causes the indicator to move towards the far right Modifying both braking and acceleration behavior to keep the indicator in the center of the gage will result in the best system efficiency and fuel economy Brake System Warning Light With the ignition in ON RUN the brake system warning light comes on when the parking brake is set If the vehicle is driven with the parking brake engaged a chime sounds when the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h The vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part is not working the other part can still work and stop the vehicle For good braking though both parts need to be working well If the warning light comes on and a chime sounds there could be a brake problem Have the brake system inspected right away This light also comes on due to low brake fluid See the owner manual for more information Qe O United States Canada This light should come on briefly when the ignition key is turned to ON RUN If it does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem A CAUTION The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash If the light is sti
47. terials 5 23 Capacities and Specifications 5 24 5 1 Service ACAUTION Doing Your Own Service Work You can be injured and the vehicle could be ACAUTION damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle Never try to do your own service on hybrid without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge components You can be injured and the vehicle experience the proper replacement parts and tools before attempting any vehicle maintenance task can be damaged if you try to do your own service work Service and repair of these hybrid components should only be performed by a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused If the wrong fasteners are used parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If doing some of your own service work use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information in the owner manual This vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle in the owner manual Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed See Maintenance Rec
48. the Range Selection Mode Regenerative Braking Regenerative braking is a hybrid technology that enables the electric drive motor to operate as a generator when coasting or braking Energy from the moving vehicle recharges the hybrid battery The hydraulic disc brakes work with the regenerative braking to insure effective braking such as when a high braking demand is requested The braking system is computer controlled and blends the regenerative braking with the conventional hydraulic disc brakes to meet any requirements for deceleration The controller interprets the braking request and uses regenerative braking conventional hydraulic braking or a combination of both as necessary Because the controller applies the hydraulic brakes through its high pressure accumulator you may occasionally hear the motor driven pump when it recharges the system This is normal See Warning Lights Gages and Indicators and Driver Information Center DIC in the Index of the owner manual In the event of a controller problem the brake pedal may be harder to push and the stopping distance may be longer Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know A CAUTION Exiting the vehicle without first shifting into P Park may cause the vehicle to move and you or others can be seriously injured Because the vehicle has the Automatic Engine Start S
49. top feature the vehicle s engine might seem to be shut off when you come to a complete stop However once the brake pedal is released the vehicle can move The vehicle s engine can also restart at any time Shift to P Park and turn the ignition to LOCK OFF before exiting the vehicle Follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move See Shifting Into Park in the owner manual for more information If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 2 for more information Section 3 Instrument Panel Climate Controls sssees 3 2 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 8 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 3 Oil Pressure Gage ENES DE En 3 8 Instrument Panel Cluster 2 3 3 Oil Pressure Light icerisine rnrn oniinn 3 10 Tachometer 3 aceto ste ie tene deese ore nii 3 4 Fuel Gage ssee ene 3 11 Charging System Light ssessssssss 3 4 Driver Information Center DIC 3 12 Fuel Economy Gage sese 3 5 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 12 Brake System Warning Light ssss 3 5 Audio System s 3 14 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 37 ee UR ay StabiliTrak Indicator Light ser 3 7 E EIL 3 1 Climate Controls For more information on the vehicle s climate control system see Climate Control System in the own
50. urn the remote positive terminal cover to its original position Electrical System High Voltage Devices and Wiring ACAUTION Exposure to high voltage can cause shock burns and even death The high voltage systems in your vehicle can only be serviced by technicians with special training High voltage devices are identified by labels Do not remove open take apart or modify these devices High voltage cable or wiring has orange covering Do not probe tamper with cut or modify high voltage cable or wiring Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating If you ever have a problem on the road and do not have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of the vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can The vehicle also has a special fuse in the battery box for the 300 volt batteries If this fuse has failed and needs to be replaced the vehicle will be disabled and you will need to have the vehicle repaired by your dealer retailer Do not attempt to self service this fuse 5 21 Hybrid Auxili
51. voltage temperature or power limits are not exceeded In very hot conditions Auto Stop may be unavailable until the hybrid battery has cooled The engine is at operating temperature If you are on an incline the hybrid drive motor can help keep the vehicle from rolling backwards even if the engine is in Auto Stop With your foot off the brake and the vehicle on level ground the hybrid drive motor may cause the vehicle to roll slowly forward even when the engine is in Auto Stop Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal until you are ready for the vehicle to move Engine OFF and AUTO STOP modes are indicated on the tachometer display When the tachometer needle indicates OFF the engine is not running and will remain off until the ignition key is placed in the START position or a remote vehicle start is performed When the tachometer needle indicates AUTO STOP the hybrid system is on the engine is not running but may Auto Start at any time without notice See Tachometer on page 3 4 for more information A chime will sound if the driver door is opened while in Auto Stop as a reminder that the ignition switch is not in the LOCK OFF position Always turn the ignition switch to LOCK OFF and remove the key from the ignition switch when exiting the vehicle Auto Start The vehicle also has an Auto Start feature The engine will remain off while in Auto Stop mode until vehicle conditions require the engine to run The near insta
52. w Before you connect the cables here are some add water to take care of that first If you do not basic things you should know Positive goes to explosive gas could be present positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or a solid engine ground Do not connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too Do not connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 7 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive if the vehicle has one A CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Do not get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 8 Do not let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive if the vehicle has one 9 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative if the vehicle has one Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of
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