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1. 2011 GMC Sierra Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1 Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-8 Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26 Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Performance and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-33 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12 Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-34
Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 2-1 Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-33 Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-44
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-41 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-46
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-52 Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-54
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 Universal Remote System . . . . 5-61 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-68
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-70
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-73
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-76
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21 Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-84
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-90
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1 Conversions and
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Add-Ons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-125
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10 Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11 Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29 Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 7-39
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-49 Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-50

2. 2011 GMC Sierra Owner Manual M
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 Vehicle Identification . . . . . . . . . 12-1
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4 Vehicle Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-42
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-44 Customer Information . . . . . . . 13-1
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-49 Customer Information . . . . . . . . 13-1
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-57 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-16
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-98 Vehicle Data Recording and
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 Privacy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-17
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . 10-108 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1
Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . 11-2
Recommended Fluids,
Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . . 11-8
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-12

3. Introduction iii
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4. iv Introduction
Using this Manual Symbols
{ WARNING
To quickly locate information The vehicle has components and
about the vehicle, use the Index These mean there is something labels that use symbols instead of
in the back of the manual. It is an that could hurt you or other text. Symbols are shown along with
alphabetical list of what is in the people. the text describing the operation or
manual and the page number information relating to a specific
where it can be found. component, control, message,
Notice: This means there is
gauge, or indicator.
something that could result in
Danger, Warnings, and property or vehicle damage. M : This symbol is shown when
Cautions This would not be covered by you need to see your owner manual
the vehicle's warranty. for additional instructions or
Warning messages found on vehicle
information.
labels and in this manual describe
hazards and what to do to avoid or * : This symbol is shown when
reduce them. you need to see a service manual
for additional instructions or
Danger indicates a hazard with a
information.
high level of risk which will result in
serious injury or death.
Warning or Caution indicates a A circle with a slash through it
hazard that could result in injury is a safety symbol which means
or death. “Do Not,” “Do not do this,” or
“Do not let this happen.”

5. Introduction v
Vehicle Symbol Chart . : Fuel Gauge
Here are some additional symbols + : Fuses
that may be found on the vehicle
and what they mean. For more 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
information on the symbol, refer Changer
to the Index. j : LATCH System Child
0 : Adjustable Pedals Restraints
9 : Airbag Readiness Light * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
# : Air Conditioning : : Oil Pressure
! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) g : Outside Power Foldaway
Mirrors
% : Audio Steering Wheel Controls
or OnStar ® } : Power
$ : Brake System Warning Light / : Remote Vehicle Start
" : Charging System > : Safety Belt Reminders
I : Cruise Control 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
B : Engine Coolant Temperature _ : Tow/Haul Mode
O : Exterior Lamps F : Traction Control
# : Fog Lamps M : Windshield Washer Fluid

6. vi Introduction
2 NOTES

7. In Brief 1-1
In Brief Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sensing System for
1-15 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . .
1-29
1-30
Passenger Airbag . . . . . . . . . . 1-16 Driver Information
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16 Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-30
Instrument Panel Steering Wheel Rear Vision
Instrument Panel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17 Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-31
(Base/Uplevel Version) . . . . . . 1-2 Throttle and Brake Pedal Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 1-31
Instrument Panel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18 Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-32
(Premium Version) . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18 Universal Remote System . . . 1-32
Initial Drive Information Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-32
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-8 Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 1-20
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20 Performance and Maintenance
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) StabiliTrak® System . . . . . . . . . 1-33
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23
Four-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24 Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-34
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 1-9 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-34
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 Vehicle Features Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . . . . . 1-35
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10 Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26 Driving for Better Fuel
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27 Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-35
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . 1-28 Roadside Assistance
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15 Bluetooth® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28 Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-36
Head Restraint Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-28 OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-36
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15

8. 1-2 In Brief
Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel (Base/Uplevel Version)

9. In Brief 1-3
A. Air Vents on page 8‑11. G. Infotainment on page 7‑1. Q. Horn on page 5‑5.
B. Turn and Lane-Change Signals H. Instrument Panel Storage on R. Steering Wheel Controls on
on page 6‑6. page 4‑1. page 5‑3 (If Equipped).
Windshield Wiper/Washer on I. Integrated Trailer Brake S. Automatic Transfer Case
page 5‑5. Controller (If Equipped). Control (If Equipped).
C. Driver Information Center (DIC) See Trailer Towing on See Four-Wheel Drive on
Buttons. See Driver Information page 9‑95. page 10‑34.
Center (DIC) on page 5‑33. J. Exterior Lamp Controls on T. Ashtray (If Equipped).
D. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6‑1. See Ashtrays on page 5‑12 and
page 6‑5. K. Data Link Connector (DLC) Cigarette Lighter on page 5‑11.
E. Instrument Cluster on (Out of View). See Malfunction U. StabiliTrak® System on
page 5‑13. Indicator Lamp on page 5‑25. page 9‑70 (If Equipped).
F. Shift Lever. See Automatic L. Hood on page 10‑5. Ultrasonic Parking Assist on
Transmission on page 9‑46. M. Parking Brake on page 9‑69. page 9‑76 (If Equipped).
Tow/Haul Selector Button N. Dome Lamps on page 6‑8. Pedal Adjust Button
(If Equipped). See Tow/Haul (If Equipped). See Adjustable
Fog Lamps on page 6‑6 Throttle and Brake Pedal on
Mode on page 9‑51. (If Equipped). page 9‑35.
Range Selection Mode (Allison O. Cruise Control on page 9‑73.
Transmission and Hydra-Matic® Exhaust Brake (If Equipped).
6‐Speed Button (If Equipped). P. Steering Wheel Adjustment on See “Brakes” in the Duramax
See Manual Mode on page 5‑2. Diesel Supplement.
page 9‑50.

10. 1-4 In Brief
V. Power Outlets on page 5‑10.
W. Climate Control Systems
(with Air Conditioning) on
page 8‑1 or Climate Control
Systems (with Heater Only) on
page 8‑4 (If Equipped).
Dual Automatic Climate
Control System on page 8‑5
(If Equipped).
X. Power Take Off (PTO) Control
(If Equipped). See Power Take
Off (PTO) in the Duramax diesel
supplement Index.
Y. Passenger Airbag Off Control
(If Equipped). See Airbag
On-Off Switch on page 3‑37.

11. In Brief 1-5
2 NOTES

12. 1-6 In Brief
Instrument Panel (Premium Version)

13. In Brief 1-7
A. Air Vents on page 8‑11. K. Dome Lamps on page 6‑8. U. Power Outlets on page 5‑10.
B. Turn and Lane-Change Signals L. Automatic Transfer Case Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped).
on page 6‑6. Control. (If Equipped). See Ashtrays on page 5‑12 and
Windshield Wiper/Washer on See Four-Wheel Drive on Cigarette Lighter on page 5‑11.
page 5‑5. page 10‑34. V. StabiliTrak® System on
C. Instrument Cluster on M. Data Link Connector (DLC) page 9‑70 (If Equipped).
page 5‑13. (Out of View). See Malfunction Pedal Adjust Button
Indicator Lamp on page 5‑25. (If Equipped). See Adjustable
D. Hazard Warning Flashers on
page 6‑5. N. Hood on page 10‑5. Throttle and Brake Pedal on
O. Parking Brake on page 9‑69. page 9‑35.
E. Shift Lever. See Automatic
Transmission on page 9‑46. P. Cruise Control on page 9‑73. Ultrasonic Parking Assist on
page 9‑76 (If Equipped).
F. Tow/Haul Mode on page 9‑51 Q. Steering Wheel Adjustment on
(If Equipped). page 5‑2. Exhaust Brake (If Equipped).
See “Brakes” in the Duramax
G. Driver Information Center (DIC) R. Horn on page 5‑5. Diesel Supplement.
Buttons. See Driver Information S. Steering Wheel Controls on
Center (DIC) on page 5‑33. W. Passenger Airbag Off Control
page 5‑3. (If Equipped). See Airbag
H. Infotainment on page 7‑1. T. Climate Control Systems On-Off Switch on page 3‑37.
I. Exterior Lamp Controls on (with Air Conditioning) on
page 6‑1. page 8‑1 or Climate Control
J. Integrated Trailer Brake Systems (with Heater Only) on
Controller (If Equipped). page 8‑4 (If Equipped).
See Trailer Towing on Dual Automatic Climate
page 9‑95. Control System on page 8‑5
(If Equipped).

14. 1-8 In Brief
Initial Drive Remote Keyless Press Q to lock all doors.
Information Entry (RKE) System Lock and unlock feedback can be
The RKE transmitter is used to personalized.
This section provides a brief
overview about some of the remotely lock and unlock the doors Press L and release to locate the
important features that may or from up to 60 m (195 ft) away from vehicle.
may not be on your specific vehicle. the vehicle.
Press L and hold for more than
For more detailed information, refer two seconds to sound the panic
to each of the features which can be alarm.
found later in this owner manual.
Press L again to cancel the panic
alarm.
See Keys on page 2‑2 and Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation on page 2‑3.
Press K to unlock the driver door.
Press K again within three seconds
to unlock all remaining doors.

15. In Brief 1-9
Remote Vehicle Start Canceling a Remote Start Door Locks
With this feature the engine can be To cancel a remote start: There are several ways to lock and
started from outside of the vehicle. . Aim the RKE transmitter at the unlock the vehicle.
Starting the Vehicle vehicle and press and hold / From outside, use the Remote
until the parking lamps turn off. Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter
1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the or the key in the driver door. From
. Turn on the hazard warning
vehicle. inside, use the power door locks or
flashers.
2. Press Q. the manual door locks. To lock or
. Turn the ignition on and then unlock the door with the manual
3. Immediately after completing back off. locks, push down or pull up on
Step 2, press and hold / until See Remote Vehicle Start on the manual lock knob.
the turn signal lamps flash. page 2‑5. Power Door Locks
When the vehicle starts, the parking
lamps will turn on and remain on If available, these switches are on
the front doors.
as long as the engine is running.
The doors will be locked and K: Press to unlock the doors.
the climate control system may Q: Press to lock the doors.
come on.
See Door Locks on page 2‑8.
The engine will continue to run for
10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a
10-minute time extension. Remote
start can be extended only once.

16. 1-10 In Brief
Windows The driver door has a switch for Power Sliding Rear Window
the passenger window and rear
Turn the hand crank on each door windows.
to manually raise or lower the
manual windows. Press the switch to lower the
window. Pull the switch up to
Power Windows raise it.
For more information, see:
. Windows on page 2‑18.
. Power Windows on page 2‑19.
On vehicles with a power sliding
rear window, the switch is located in
the overhead console. See Rear
Windows on page 2‑20.
Crew Cab Shown The power sliding rear window
cannot be operated manually.
If available, the power window
switches are located on each of the
. Push to open the window.
side doors in the front and rear. . Pull to close the window.

17. In Brief 1-11
Seat Adjustment Power Seats Lumbar Adjustment
Manual Seats Manual Lumbar
To adjust a power seat, if equipped:
. Move the seat forward or
To adjust the seat: rearward by sliding the control If equipped, increase or decrease
forward or rearward. manual lumbar support by turning
1. Lift the bar to unlock the seat. the knob forward or rearward.
2. Slide the seat to the desired
. If available, raise or lower the
front or rear part of the seat See Lumbar Adjustment on
position and release the bar. page 3‑6 for more information.
cushion by moving the front or
3. Try to move the seat back and rear of the control up or down.
forth to be sure the seat is
locked in place.
. If available, raise or lower the
entire seat by moving the entire
See Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3 control up or down.
for more information.
See Power Seat Adjustment on
page 3‑4 for more information.

18. 1-12 In Brief
Power Lumbar
. On vehicles with four-way Reclining Seatbacks
lumbar, press and hold the
front or rear of the control to Manual Reclining Seatbacks
increase or decrease lumbar
support. To raise or lower the
height of the support, press
and hold the top or bottom
of the control.
See Lumbar Adjustment on
page 3‑6 for more information.
To adjust the power lumbar support,
if equipped:
To recline a manual seatback:
. On vehicles with two-way
lumbar, press and hold the 1. Lift the lever.
top or bottom of the control to 2. Move the seatback to the
increase or decrease lumbar desired position, and then
support. release the lever to lock the
seatback in place.
3. Push and pull on the seatback to
make sure it is locked.

19. In Brief 1-13
To return the seatback to the upright Power Reclining Seatbacks Memory Features
position:
1. Lift the lever fully without
applying pressure to the
seatback, and the seatback
will return to the upright position.
2. Push and pull on the seatback to
make sure it is locked.
See Reclining Seatbacks on
page 3‑6 for more information.
To adjust a power seatback,
if equipped: On vehicles with the memory
feature, the controls on the driver
. Tilt the top of the control door are used to program and recall
rearward to recline. memory settings for the driver seat,
. Tilt the top of the control forward outside mirrors, and the adjustable
to raise. throttle and brake pedals, if the
vehicle has this feature.
See Reclining Seatbacks on
page 3‑6 for more information.

20. 1-14 In Brief
Storing Memory Positions 2. Press and hold “1” until Easy Exit Driver Seat
To save into memory: two beeps sound. This feature can move the seat
1. Adjust the driver seat and 3. Repeat for a second driver rearward to allow extra room to
seatback recliner, both outside position using “2.” exit the vehicle.
mirrors, and the throttle and To recall, press and release “1” B : Press to recall the easy exit
brake pedals, if available. or “2.” The vehicle must be in seat position. The vehicle must be
See Power Mirrors on page 2‑16 P (Park). A single beep will sound. in P (Park).
and Adjustable Throttle and The seat, outside mirrors, and See “Memory Seat, Mirrors,
Brake Pedal on page 9‑35 for adjustable throttle and brake pedals, and Pedals” under Power Seat
more information. if available, will move to the position Adjustment on page 3‑4 and Vehicle
previously stored for the identified Personalization (with DIC Buttons)
Not all mirrors and adjustable driver.
throttles and brake pedals will on page 5‑52 for more information.
have the ability to save and See “Memory Seat, Mirrors,
recall their positions. and Pedals” under Power Seat
Adjustment on page 3‑4 and Vehicle
Personalization (with DIC Buttons)
on page 5‑52 for more information.

21. In Brief 1-15
Heated Seats Head Restraint Safety Belts
Adjustment
Do not drive until the head restraints
for all occupants are installed and
adjusted properly.
To achieve a comfortable seating
position, change the seatback
recline angle as little as necessary
while keeping the seat and the
head restraint height in the proper
position.
For more information see Head
Restraints on page 3‑2 and Seat
If available, the controls are on the Adjustment on page 3‑3. Refer to the following sections for
driver and passenger doors. important information on how to use
I : Press to heat the safety belts properly.
seatback only. . Safety Belts on page 3‑11.
J: Press to heat the seat and . How to Wear Safety Belts
seatback. Properly on page 3‑15.
See Heated Front Seats on . Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3‑21.
page 3‑8. . Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children (LATCH System) on
page 3‑57.

22. 1-16 In Brief
Sensing System for The passenger airbag status Mirror Adjustment
indicator will be visible on the
Passenger Airbag overhead console when the Exterior Mirrors
The passenger sensing system, vehicle is started.
if equipped, turns off the right
front passenger frontal airbag
under certain conditions. The driver
airbags, seat‐mounted side impact
airbags and roof‐rail airbags are not
affected by this.
If the vehicle has one of the United States
indicators pictured in the following
illustrations, then the vehicle has a
passenger sensing system for the
right front passenger position unless
there is an airbag off switch located
in the glove box. Vehicles with outside power mirrors
and foldaway mirrors have controls
If there is an airbag off switch, the located on the driver door.
vehicle does not have a passenger Canada and Mexico
sensing system. See Airbag On-Off See Passenger Sensing System on 1. Press (A) or (B) to select the
Switch on page 3‑37 for more page 3‑40 for important information. driver or passenger side mirror.
information. 2. Press the arrows on the control
pad to move the mirror up,
down, right, or left.
3. Press either (A) or (B) again to
deselect the mirror.

23. In Brief 1-17
See Manual Mirrors on page 2‑15 or Interior Mirror Steering Wheel
Power Mirrors on page 2‑16.
Vehicles with a manual rearview Adjustment
If the vehicle has towing mirrors, mirror can be adjusted to see
they can be adjusted for a clearer clearly behind the vehicle. Hold the
view of the objects behind you. mirror in the center to move it up or
Manually pull out the mirror head to down and side to side. To reduce
extend it for better visibility when headlamp glare during nighttime
towing a trailer. See Trailer-Tow use, push the tab forward for
Mirrors on page 2‑15. daytime use and pull it for
nighttime use.
Power Foldaway Mirrors
Vehicles with the automatic dimming
To fold the mirrors:
feature will automatically reduce
1. Press (C) to fold the mirrors out the glare of lights from behind the
to the driving position. vehicle. The dimming feature comes
2. Press (D) to fold the mirrors in to on and the indicator light illuminates
each time the vehicle is started. The tilt lever is located on the lower
the folded position. left side of the steering column.
Manual Foldaway Mirrors See Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror on page 2‑18 for more To adjust the steering wheel:
Manually fold the mirrors inward information. 1. Hold the steering wheel and pull
to prevent damage when going the lever.
through an automatic car wash.
To fold, pull the mirror toward the 2. Move the steering wheel up
vehicle. Push the mirror outward, or down.
to return to its original position. 3. Release the lever to lock the
See Folding Mirrors on page 2‑16. wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel
while driving.

24. 1-18 In Brief
Throttle and Brake Pedal Interior Lighting Dome Lamp Override
Adjustment Dome Lamps The dome lamp override button is
located next to the exterior lamps
On vehicles with this feature, you The dome lamps are located in the control.
can change the position of the overhead console.
throttle and brake pedals.
They come on when any door is
opened and turn off after all the
doors are closed.
Turn the instrument panel
brightness knob located below
the dome lamp override button,
clockwise to the farthest position to
The control used to adjust the manually turn on the dome lamps.
pedals is located on the instrument The dome lamps remain on until the
panel below the climate control knob is turned counterclockwise.
system.
Press the bottom of the control
to move the pedals closer to your k : Press the button in and the
body. Press the top of the control dome lamps remain off when a door
to move the pedals away. is opened. Press the button again to
return it to the extended position so
See Adjustable Throttle and Brake
that the dome lamps come on when
Pedal on page 9‑35.
a door is opened.

25. In Brief 1-19
Reading Lamps Exterior Lighting For vehicles first sold in Canada,
For vehicles with reading lamps in the off position will only work when
the overhead console, press the the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
button located next to the lamp to AUTO: Automatically turns on
turn it on or off. the headlamps, parking lamps,
The vehicle may also have reading taillamps, instrument panel lights,
lamps in other locations. To turn the roof marker lamps (if equipped)
lamps on or off, press the button and license plate lamps.
located next to the lamp. The exterior lamps control is located ; : Turns on the parking lamps,
on the instrument panel to the left of taillamps, instrument panel lights,
For more information about interior the steering wheel.
lamps, see: roof marker lamps (if equipped)
O : Turns off the automatic and license plate lamps.
. Dome Lamps on page 6‑8. headlamps and Daytime Running
. Reading Lamps on page 6‑9. Lamps (DRL). Turn the headlamp
control to the off position again to
. Instrument Panel Illumination
turn the automatic headlamps or
Control on page 6‑7.
DRL back on.

26. 1-20 In Brief
5 : Turns on the headlamps, Windshield Wiper/Washer 6: Turn the band up for more
parking lamps, taillamps, instrument frequent wipes or down for less
panel lights, roof marker lamps frequent wipes.
(if equipped) and license plate 6 : Slow wipes.
lamps.
For more information, see:
? : Fast wipes.
. Exterior Lamp Controls on
L : Push the paddle at the top of
the lever to spray washer fluid on
page 6‑1. the windshield.
. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) 8: Single wipe, turn to 8, then See Windshield Wiper/Washer on
on page 6‑4. release. Several wipes, hold the page 5‑5.
. Fog Lamps on page 6‑6. band on 8 longer.
9 : Turns the windshield Climate Controls
wipers off. These systems control the heating,
cooling, and ventilation.

27. In Brief 1-21
Climate Control System (With Air Conditioning)
A. Fan Control E. Outside Air
B. Temperature Control F. Air Recirculation
C. Air Delivery Mode Control G. Rear Window Defogger
D. Air Conditioning

28. 1-22 In Brief
Climate Control System (With Heater Only)
A. Fan Control See Climate Control Systems
B. Temperature Control (with Air Conditioning) on page 8‑1
or Climate Control Systems
C. Air Delivery Mode Control (with Heater Only) on page 8‑4.

29. In Brief 1-23
Dual Automatic Climate Control System Transmission
Range Selection Mode
The Range Selection Mode switch,
if equipped, is located on the
shift lever. To enable the Range
Selection feature, move the column
shift lever to the M (Manual)
A. Driver and Passenger H. Display position. The current range will
Temperature Controls I. Power Button appear next to the M. This is the
B. Fan Control highest attainable range with all
J. Rear Window Defogger
lower gears accessible. As an
C. AUTO K. Air Conditioning example, when 5 (Fifth) gear is
D. Defrost L. PASS (Passenger) selected, 1 (First) through 5 (Fifth)
E. Air Recirculation gears are available.
See Dual Automatic Climate Control
F. Outside Air System on page 8‑5.
G. Air Delivery Mode Control

30. 1-24 In Brief
Press the plus/minus buttons, Transfer Case Buttons Electronic Transfer Case
located on the steering column shift
The vehicle will have one of
lever, to select the desired range of
these three styles of transfer case
gears for current driving conditions.
controls. Use these controls to
See Manual Mode on page 9‑50.
shift into and out of the different
While using Range Selection Mode, Four-Wheel Drive modes.
cruise control and the Tow/Haul
mode can be used. Manual Transfer Case
Grade Braking is not available when
Range Selection Mode is active.
See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9‑51.
Four-Wheel Drive
If the vehicle has Four-Wheel Drive, This transfer case knob is located
you can send the engine's driving next to the steering column.
power to all four wheels for extra
traction.
This transfer case shift lever is on
the floor to the right of the driver.

31. In Brief 1-25
Automatic Transfer Case 2 m (Two-Wheel-Drive High): This N (Neutral): Shift the transfer case
setting is used for driving in most to Neutral only when towing the
street and highway situations. vehicle. See Recreational Vehicle
Towing on page 10‑103 or Trailer
AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Towing on page 9‑95.
Drive): This setting is ideal for
use when road surface traction 4 n (Four-Wheel-Drive Low): This
conditions are variable. setting sends maximum power to
all four wheels. You might choose
4 m (Four-Wheel High): Use the Four-Wheel-Drive Low if you are
Four-Wheel-Drive High position driving off-road in deep sand, deep
when extra traction is needed, such mud, deep snow, and while climbing
as on snowy or icy roads or in most or descending steep hills.
off-road situations.
See Four-Wheel Drive on
This transfer case knob is located page 9‑54.
next to the steering column.
Each transfer case design offers
different drive options. The list
below described the different drive
options that may be available.

32. 1-26 In Brief
Vehicle Features 4: Press to switch the display
between the radio station frequency
Radio(s) and the time. While the ignition is
off, press this button to display the
time. Press to display additional text
information related to the current
FM-RDS or XM station; or CD, MP3,
or WMA song. If information is
available during XM, CD, MP3,
or WMA playback, the song title
information displays on the top line
of the display and artist information
displays on the bottom line.
When information is not available,
“NO INFO” displays.
For more information about these
and other radio features, see
Operation on page 7‑2.
For vehicles with a Rear Seat
Entertainment System (RSE) and
Rear Seat Audio System (RSA),
Radio with USB, CD, and DVD (MP3)
see Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE)
System on page 7‑39 and Rear
O : Press to turn the system on BAND: Press to choose between Seat Audio (RSA) System on
and off. Turn to increase or FM, AM, or XM™, if equipped. page 7‑48 for more information.
decrease the volume. f : Select radio stations.
© ¨ : Seek or scan stations.

33. In Brief 1-27
Storing Radio Stations Setting the Clock Satellite Radio
A maximum of 36 stations can To set the time and date for the XM is a satellite radio service
be stored as favorites using the radio with CD, DVD, and USB Port: that is based in the 48 contiguous
six softkeys located below the 1. Turn the ignition key to United States and 10 Canadian
radio station frequency tabs and by ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, provinces. XM satellite radio has a
using the radio FAV button. Press wide variety of programming and
FAV to go through up to six pages then press O, to turn the
commercial-free music, coast to
of favorites, each having six favorite radio on.
coast, and in digital-quality sound.
stations available per page. Each 2. Press H to display HR, MIN,
page of favorites can contain any A fee is required to receive the
MM, DD, and YYYY (hour, XM service.
combination of AM, FM, or XM
minute, month, day, and year).
stations. For more information, refer to:
3. Press the softkey located under
For more information, see “Storing . www.xmradio.com or call
any one of the labels to be
Radio Stations” in AM-FM Radio on changed. 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.)
page 7‑8.
4. To increase or decrease the time
. www.xmradio.ca or call
1-877-438-9677 (Canada)
or date, turn f clockwise or
counter‐clockwise. See Satellite Radio on page 7‑10.
For detailed instructions on setting
the clock for the vehicle's specific
audio system, see Clock on
page 5‑8.

34. 1-28 In Brief
Portable Audio Devices Bluetooth® Steering Wheel Controls
This vehicle may have an auxiliary For vehicles with a Bluetooth
input located on the radio faceplate system, it allows users with a
and a USB port located in the Bluetooth‐enabled cell phone to
center console or on the dashboard. make and receive hands-free calls
External devices such as an iPod®, using the vehicle’s audio system
laptop computer, MP3 player, CD and controls.
changer, or USB storage device. The Bluetooth‐enabled cell phone
can be connected to the auxiliary must be paired with the Bluetooth
port using a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) input system before it can be used in the
cable or the USB port depending vehicle. Not all phones will support
on the audio system. all functions. For more information,
See “Using the Auxiliary Input Jack” visit www.gm.com/bluetooth.
and “Using the USB Port” in For more information, see Bluetooth
Auxiliary Devices on page 7‑34. If available, some audio controls
on page 7‑50. can be adjusted at the steering
wheel.
w/cx: Press to select preset
or favorite radio stations, select
tracks on a CD/DVD, or to navigate
an iPod or USB device.

35. In Brief 1-29
b g : Press to silence the vehicle Cruise Control + RES : Press briefly to make
speakers only. Press again to turn the vehicle resume to a previously
the sound on. Press and hold longer set speed, or press and hold to
than two seconds to interact with accelerate.
OnStar® or Bluetooth systems, SET − : Press to set the speed and
if equipped. activate cruise control or make the
vehicle decelerate.
+ e − e : Press to increase or
decrease volume. [ : Press to disengage cruise
control without erasing the set
c x : Press to reject an speed from memory.
incoming call, or to end a call.
See Cruise Control on page 9‑73.
SRCE: Press to switch between
the radio and CD, and for equipped
vehicles, the DVD, front auxiliary,
and rear auxiliary. The cruise control buttons are
¨: Press to seek the next radio located on the left side of the
station, the next track or chapter steering wheel.
while sourced to the CD or DVD T : Press to turn the system on
slot, or to select tracks and folders or off. The indicator light is on when
on an iPod or USB device. cruise control is on and turns off
For more information, see Steering when cruise control is off.
Wheel Controls on page 5‑3.

36. 1-30 In Brief
Navigation System Driver Information 3 : Press to display the
Center (DIC) odometer, trip odometer, fuel
If the vehicle has a navigation
range, average economy, fuel
system, there is a separate The DIC display is located at used, timer, instantaneous economy
Navigation System Manual that the bottom of the instrument and Active Fuel Management™
includes information on the radio, panel cluster. It shows the status of indicator, and transmission
audio players, and navigation many vehicle systems and enables temperature. The compass
system. access to the personalization menu. and outside air temperature
The navigation system provides will also be shown in the display.
detailed maps of most major The temperature will be shown
freeways and roads. After a in °C or °F depending on the
destination has been set, the units selected.
system provides turn-by-turn
instructions for reaching the
T: Press to display the oil life,
units, tire pressure readings for
destination. In addition, the system
vehicles with the Tire Pressure
can help locate a variety of points
Monitor System (TPMS), trailer
of interest (POI), such as banks,
brake gain and output information
airports, restaurants, and more.
for vehicles with the Integrated
See the Navigation System Manual Trailer Brake Control (ITBC) system,
for more information. engine hours, compass zone
setting, and compass recalibration.
The DIC buttons are located on
the instrument panel, next to the U: Press to customize the
steering wheel. feature settings on your vehicle.
See Vehicle Personalization (with
Some vehicles do not have the DIC Buttons) on page 5‑52 for more
buttons shown, however some of information.
the menus can be viewed by using
the trip odometer reset stem.

37. In Brief 1-31
V : Press to set or reset Rear Vision Ultrasonic Parking Assist
certain functions and to turn Camera (RVC) If available, Ultrasonic Rear Parking
off or acknowledge messages
If available, the rear vision camera Assist (URPA) uses sensors on the
on the DIC.
displays a view of the area behind rear bumper to detect objects while
For more information, see Driver the vehicle when the vehicle is parking the vehicle. URPA comes
Information Center (DIC) on shifted into R (Reverse). This is on automatically when the shift
page 5‑33. displayed on the inside rearview lever is moved into R (Reverse) and
mirror or the navigation screen, operates at speeds less than 8 km/h
Vehicle Customization (5 mph). URPA uses audio beeps
if equipped.
Some vehicle features can be to provide distance and system
programmed by using the DIC To clean the camera lens, located information.
buttons next to the steering wheel. in the bezel for the tailgate handle,
rinse it with water and wipe it with Keep the sensors on the vehicle's
These features include: rear bumper clean to ensure proper
a soft cloth.
. Language operation.
For more information, see Rear
. Door Lock and Unlock Settings Vision Camera (RVC) on page 9‑78. The system can be disabled by
. RKE Lock and Unlock Feedback pressing the rear park aid disable
button located next to the radio.
. Lighting
See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on
. Chime Volume page 9‑76 for more information.
. Memory Features
See Vehicle Personalization (with
DIC Buttons) on page 5‑52.

38. 1-32 In Brief
Power Outlets Universal Remote System Sunroof
Accessory power outlets can be Extended Cab
used to plug in electrical equipment,
such as a cell phone, MP3
player, etc.
The vehicle may have two
accessory power outlets located
below the climate control system,
or may have one accessory power This system provides a way
outlet and one cigarette lighter. to replace up to three remote
The cigarette lighter is designed control transmitters used to
to fit only in the receptacle closest activate devices such as garage
to the driver. door openers, security systems,
and home automation devices.
There may be another accessory
power outlet in the rear cargo area. Read the instructions completely
If the vehicle has a floor console, before attempting to program the The sunroof switch is located on the
there is an accessory power outlet transmitter. Because of the steps headliner above the rearview mirror.
inside the storage bin and one on involved, it may be helpful to
have another person assist with Vent: From the closed position,
the rear of the floor console. press and hold the rear of the switch
programming the transmitter.
The accessory power outlets are to vent the sunroof.
powered, even when the ignition is See Universal Remote System on
page 5‑61. Open: From the vent position,
in LOCK/OFF. Continuing to use press and hold the rear of the switch
power outlets while the ignition is in to open the sunroof.
LOCK/OFF may cause the vehicle's
battery to run down. Close: Press and hold the front of
the switch to close the sunroof.
See Power Outlets on page 5‑10.

39. In Brief 1-33
The sunroof also has a roller Vent: From the closed position, Performance and
sunshade that can be used to block press the rear of the passenger side
the rays of the sun. To open the switch (B) to vent the sunroof. Maintenance
sunshade, press and unlatch it, and Manual-Open/Manual-Close:
roll it back. To close, pull it forward To open the sunroof, press and StabiliTrak® System
and latch it into the closed position. hold the rear of the driver side If equipped, the vehicle has a
Crew Cab switch (A) until the sunroof reaches traction control system that limits
the desired position. Press and hold wheel spin and the StabiliTrak
the front of the driver side switch to system that assists with directional
close it. control of the vehicle in difficult
Express-Open/Express-Close: driving conditions. Both systems
To express-open the sunroof, turn on automatically every time
fully press and release the rear the vehicle is started.
of the driver side switch (B) until . To turn off traction control, press
the sunroof reaches the desired
and release 5 on the instrument
position. To express-close the
sunroof, fully press and release panel. F illuminates and the
the front of the driver side switch. appropriate DIC message
Press the switch again to stop it. displays. See Ride Control
System Messages on page 5‑47.
The sunroof also has a sunshade
A. Open or Close that you can pull forward to block
B. Vent the rays of the sun. The sunshade
must be opened and closed
There are two sunroof switches manually.
located in the overhead console
above the rearview mirror. See Sunroof (Extended Cab) on
page 2‑21 or Sunroof (Crew Cab)
on page 2‑22.

40. 1-34 In Brief
. To turn off both traction control
and StabiliTrak, press and
If the warning light comes on, stop Engine Oil Life System
as soon as possible and inflate the
hold 5 until F illuminates and tires to the recommended pressure The engine oil life system calculates
the appropriate DIC message shown on the Tire and Loading engine oil life based on vehicle use
displays. See Ride Control Information label. See Vehicle Load and, on most vehicles, displays a
System Messages on page 5‑47. Limits on page 9‑25. The warning DIC message when it is necessary
light will remain on until the tire to change the engine oil and filter.
. Press and release 5 again to pressure is corrected. The oil life system should be reset
turn on both systems. to 100% only following an oil
During cooler conditions, the low tire change.
For more information, see pressure warning light may appear
StabiliTrak® System on page 9‑70. when the vehicle is first started and Resetting the Oil Life System
then turn off. This may be an early To reset the Engine Oil Life System
Tire Pressure Monitor indicator that the tire pressures are on most vehicles:
This vehicle may have a Tire getting low and the tires need to be
inflated to the proper pressure. 1. Display OIL LIFE REMAINING
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). on the DIC. If the vehicle does
The TPMS does not replace normal not have DIC buttons, the
monthly tire maintenance. It is the vehicle must be in P (Park)
driver’s responsibility to maintain to access this display.
correct tire pressures.
2. Press and hold the SET/RESET
See Tire Pressure Monitor System button on the DIC, or the trip
on page 10‑68. odometer reset stem if the
vehicle does not have DIC
The TPMS warning light alerts buttons, for more than
you to a significant loss in pressure five seconds. The oil life
of one of the vehicle's tires. will change to 100%.

41. In Brief 1-35
. Always follow posted speed
On all vehicles, the Engine Oil Life Driving for Better Fuel limits or drive more slowly when
System can be reset as follows:
Economy conditions require.
1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with
the engine off. Driving habits can affect fuel . Keep vehicle tires properly
mileage. Here are some driving inflated.
2. Fully press the accelerator tips to get the best fuel economy
pedal slowly three times within possible.
. Combine several trips into a
five seconds. single trip.
. Avoid fast starts and accelerate
3. Display OIL LIFE REMAINING smoothly.
. Replace the vehicle's tires with
on the DIC. If the display shows the same TPC Spec number
100%, the system is reset.
. Brake gradually and avoid molded into the tire's sidewall
abrupt stops. near the size.
See Engine Oil Life System on
page 10‑11.
. Avoid idling the engine for long . Follow recommended scheduled
periods of time. maintenance.
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . When road and weather
conditions are appropriate,
Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge use cruise control.
and a yellow fuel cap can use either
unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel
containing up to 85% ethanol (E85).
See Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on
page 9‑87. For all other vehicles,
use only the unleaded gasoline
described under Recommended
Fuel on page 9‑84.

42. 1-36 In Brief
Roadside Assistance Roadside Assistance and OnStar OnStar®
(U.S. and Canada)
Program
If you have an active OnStar
U.S.: 1-800-GMC-8782
(1‐800‐462-8782) subscription, press the Q button
and the current GPS location will
TTY Users (U.S.): 1-888-889-2438 be sent to an OnStar advisor who
Canada: 1-800-268-6800 will assess your problem, contact
Roadside Assistance, and relay
Mexico: 01-800-466-0801 your exact location to get the help For vehicles with an active OnStar
As the owner of a new GMC, you you need. subscription, OnStar uses several
are automatically enrolled in the innovative technologies and live
Online Owner Center
Roadside Assistance program. Advisors to provide a wide range
(U.S. and Canada)
See Roadside Assistance Program of safety, security, navigation,
The Online Owner Center is a diagnostics, and calling services.
(U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑8
complimentary service that includes
or Roadside Assistance Program Automatic Crash Response
online service reminders, vehicle
(Mexico) on page 13‑10 for more
maintenance tips, online owner In a crash, built‐in sensors can
information.
manual, special privileges, automatically alert an OnStar
and more. Advisor who is immediately
Sign up today at: connected to the vehicle to
www.gmcownercenter.com (U.S.) see if you need help.
or www.gm.ca (Canada).

43. In Brief 1-37
How OnStar Service Works Not all OnStar services are OnStar service can’t work unless
available on all vehicles. For more the vehicle is in a place where
Q: Push this blue button to
information, see the OnStar Owner's OnStar has an agreement with
connect to a specially trained
Guide; visit www.onstar.com (U.S.) a wireless service provider for
OnStar Advisor to verify your
or www.onstar.ca (Canada); contact service in that area, and the
account information and to
OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR wireless service provider has
answer questions.
(1‐888‐466‐7827) or TTY coverage, network capacity,
] : Push this red emergency 1‐877‐248‐2080; or push the Q reception, and technology
button to get priority help from button to speak with an OnStar compatible with OnStar service.
specially trained OnStar Emergency Advisor 24 hours a day, 7 days Service involving location
Advisors. a week. information about the vehicle
X : Push this button for hands‐free, can’t work unless GPS signals
For a full description of OnStar are available, unobstructed,
voice‐activated calling and to give services and system limitations,
voice commands for Hands‐Free and compatible with the OnStar
see the OnStar Owner's Guide in hardware. The vehicle has to have
Calling and Turn‐by‐Turn the glove box.
Navigation. a working electrical system and
OnStar service is subject to the adequate battery power for the
Automatic Crash Response, OnStar Terms and Conditions OnStar equipment to operate.
Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, included in the OnStar Glove OnStar service may not work if the
Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Box Kit. OnStar equipment isn’t properly
Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, installed or you haven’t maintained
Roadside Assistance, Turn‐by‐Turn OnStar service requires wireless it and the vehicle is in good working
Navigation, and Hands‐Free Calling communication networks and the order and in compliance with
are available on most vehicles. Global Positioning System (GPS) all government regulations.
satellite network. Not all OnStar
services are available everywhere
or on all vehicles at all times.

44. 1-38 In Brief
If you try to add, connect, or modify OnStar Steering Wheel Your Responsibility
any equipment or software in the Controls Increase the volume of the radio
vehicle, OnStar service may not
This vehicle may have a Talk/Mute if the OnStar Advisor cannot be
work. Other problems OnStar can’t
button that can be used to interact heard.
control may prevent service to you,
such as hills, tall buildings, tunnels, with OnStar Hands-Free calling. If the light next to the OnStar
weather, electrical system design See Steering Wheel Controls on buttons is red, the system may
and architecture of the vehicle, page 5‑3 for more information. not be functioning properly.
damage to important parts of the On some vehicles, the Talk button Push the Q button and request a
vehicle in a crash, or wireless phone can be used to dial numbers into vehicle diagnostic check. If the light
network congestion or jamming. voice mail systems, or to dial phone appears clear (no light appears),
See Radio Frequency Statement on extensions. See the OnStar Owner's your OnStar subscription has
page 13‑19 for information Guide for more information. expired and all services have been
regarding Part 15 of the Federal deactivated. Push the Q button to
Communications Commission confirm that the OnStar equipment
(FCC) rules and Industry Canada is active.
Standards RSS-210/220/310.

45. Keys, Doors and Windows 2-1
Keys, Doors and Doors
Rear Doors
Interior Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . 2-18
Windows (Extended Cab) . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Vehicle Security Windows
Keys and Locks Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Anti-Theft Alarm System . . . . . 2-12 Manual Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13 Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . 2-13 Rear Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Exterior Mirrors
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Roof
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Sunroof (Extended Cab) . . . . . 2-21
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Trailer-Tow Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Sunroof (Crew Cab) . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Park Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17

46. 2-2 Keys, Doors and Windows
Keys and Locks See your dealer if a replacement
key or additional key is needed.
Keys Notice: If the keys get locked in
the vehicle, it may have to be
damaged to get them out. Always
{ WARNING carry a spare key.
Leaving children in a vehicle with If you are locked out of the vehicle,
the ignition key is dangerous for call the Roadside Assistance
many reasons. Children or others Center. See Roadside Assistance
could be badly injured or even Program (U.S. and Canada) on
killed. They could operate the page 13‑8 or Roadside Assistance
power windows or other controls Program (Mexico) on page 13‑10.
The key is used for the ignition and
or even make the vehicle move.
all door locks.
The windows will function with the
keys in the ignition and children The key has a bar-coded key tag
could be seriously injured or killed that the dealer or qualified locksmith
if caught in the path of a closing can use to make new keys. Store
window. Do not leave the keys in this information in a safe place, not
a vehicle with children. in the vehicle.

47. Keys, Doors and Windows 2-3
Remote Keyless Remote Keyless Entry / (Remote Vehicle Start):
Entry (RKE) System (RKE) System Operation For vehicles with this feature,
press / to start the engine from
See Radio Frequency Statement on The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
outside the vehicle using the RKE
page 13‑19 for information transmitter functions work up to
transmitter. See Remote Vehicle
regarding Part 15 of the Federal 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle.
Start on page 2‑5 for additional
Communications Commission There are other conditions which information.
(FCC) rules and Industry Canada can affect the performance of the
Standards RSS-210/220/310. transmitter. See Remote Keyless
Q (Lock): Press to lock all the
doors.
If there is a decrease in the RKE Entry (RKE) System on page 2‑3.
operating range: If enabled through the Driver
Information Center (DIC),
. Check the distance.
the turn signal lamps flash once
The transmitter may be
to indicate locking has occurred.
too far from the vehicle.
If enabled through the DIC, the
. Check the location. Other horn chirps when Q is pressed
vehicles or objects may be again within three seconds.
blocking the signal. See Vehicle Personalization
. Check the transmitter's battery. (with DIC Buttons) on page 5‑52
See “Battery Replacement” later for additional information.
in this section.
Pressing Q arms the content
. If the transmitter is still not theft‐deterrent system.
working correctly, see your With Remote Start See Anti-Theft Alarm
dealer or a qualified technician (without Remote Start Similar) System on page 2‑12.
for service.

48. 2-4 Keys, Doors and Windows
K (Unlock): Press once to unlock Press and hold L for more than Programming Transmitters to
only the driver door. If K is pressed two seconds to activate the panic the Vehicle
again within three seconds, all alarm. The turn signal lamps flash Only RKE transmitters programmed
remaining doors unlock. The interior and the horn sounds repeatedly to this vehicle will work. If a
lamps may come on and stay on for for 30 seconds. The alarm turns transmitter is lost or stolen, a
20 seconds or until the ignition is off when the ignition is moved to replacement can be purchased and
turned on. ON/RUN or L is pressed again. programmed through your dealer.
If enabled through the DIC, the turn The ignition must be in LOCK/OFF When the replacement transmitter
signal lamps flash twice to indicate for the panic alarm to work. is programmed to this vehicle, all
unlocking has occurred. See Vehicle The vehicle comes with two remaining transmitters must also
Personalization (with DIC Buttons) transmitters. Each transmitter will be reprogrammed. Any lost or
on page 5‑52. If enabled through have a number on it: "1" or "2." stolen transmitters will no longer
the DIC, the exterior lights may turn These numbers correspond to the work once the new transmitter
on. See “Approach Lighting” under driver of the vehicle. For example, is programmed. Each vehicle
Vehicle Personalization (with DIC the memory seat position for can have up to eight transmitters
Buttons) on page 5‑52. driver 1 will be recalled when programmed to it. See your dealer
using the transmitter labeled "1", for transmitter programming.
Pressing K on the RKE transmitter if enabled through the DIC.
disarms the content theft‐deterrent Battery Replacement
See “Memory Seat, Mirrors,
system. See Anti-Theft Alarm and Pedals” under Power Seat Replace the battery if the REPLACE
System on page 2‑12. Adjustment on page 3‑4 and Vehicle BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
L (Vehicle Locator/Panic Personalization (with DIC Buttons) message displays in the DIC.
Alarm): Press and release to on page 5‑52 for more information. Notice: When replacing the
locate the vehicle. The turn signal battery, do not touch any of the
lamps flash and the horn sounds circuitry on the transmitter. Static
three times. from your body could damage the
transmitter.

49. Keys, Doors and Windows 2-5
3. Insert the new battery, positive During a remote start, if the vehicle
side facing down. Replace with a has an automatic climate control
CR2032 or equivalent battery. system and heated seats, the
4. Snap the transmitter back heated seats will turn on during
together. colder outside temperatures and
will shut off when the key is turned
to ON/RUN. If the vehicle does
Remote Vehicle Start not have an automatic climate
If available, this feature allows you control system, during remote start,
to start the engine from outside of manually turn the heated seats on
the vehicle. It may also start up the and off. See Heated Front Seats on
vehicle's heating or air conditioning page 3‑8 for additional information.
systems and rear window defogger. Laws in some communities may
To replace the battery:
Normal operation of the system will restrict the use of remote starters.
1. Separate the transmitter with a return after the key is turned to the For example, some laws may
flat, thin object, such as a flat ON/RUN position. require a person using the remote
head screwdriver. start to have the vehicle in view
If the vehicle has an automatic
. Carefully insert the tool into climate control system, the climate when doing so. Check local
the notch located along control system will default to a regulations for any requirements
the parting line of the heating or cooling mode depending on remote starting of vehicles.
transmitter. Do not insert on the outside temperatures. If the
the tool too far. Stop as vehicle does not have an automatic
soon as resistance is felt. climate control system, the system
. Twist the tool until the will turn on at the setting the vehicle
transmitter is separated. was set to when the vehicle was
last turned off.
2. Remove the old battery. Do not
use a metal object.