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2006 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-27 Child Restraints ...1-46 Airbag System ...1-72 Restraint System Check ...1-85 ...51 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-58 Tires ...5-59 Appearance Care ...5-99 Vehicle Identification ...5-108 Electrical System ...5-109 Capacities and Specifications ...5-118 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-14 Index ...1
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-27 Child Restraints ...1-46 Airbag System ...1-72 Restraint System Check ...1-85 ...51 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-58 Tires ...5-59 Appearance Care ...5-99 Vehicle Identification ...5-108 Electrical System ...5-109 Capacities and Specifications ...5-118 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-14 Index ...1
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...cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures: Tire Pressure Light If your vehicle is operated at higher temperatures on a frequent basis, see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information on your tires, see Tires on page 5-59. This light will also come on briefly as... you start the engine. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5-66 for the proper transmission maintenance intervals. 3-44 A CHECK TIRE PRESSURE DIC message will come on if the system detects low tire pressure. For more information. Towing a...
...cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures: Tire Pressure Light If your vehicle is operated at higher temperatures on a frequent basis, see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information on your tires, see Tires on page 5-59. This light will also come on briefly as... you start the engine. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5-66 for the proper transmission maintenance intervals. 3-44 A CHECK TIRE PRESSURE DIC message will come on if the system detects low tire pressure. For more information. Towing a...
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...for changing engine oil. Check your warranty. Oil pressure may damage the engine. If you do, your vehicle serviced. Always follow the maintenance schedule in the low pressure zone may be caused by your oil as soon as possible. Check your oil as soon as possible and have...oil pressure. United States Canada The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in kPa (kilopascals). Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range. 3-...
...for changing engine oil. Check your warranty. Oil pressure may damage the engine. If you do, your vehicle serviced. Always follow the maintenance schedule in the low pressure zone may be caused by your oil as soon as possible. Check your oil as soon as possible and have...oil pressure. United States Canada The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in kPa (kilopascals). Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range. 3-...
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See Engine Oil on page 5-15 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 5-18. The engine oil life system shows an ...select button to your vehicle. Average Fuel Economy: Press the fuel information button until ENGINE OIL LIFE appears on a schedule consistent with your driving conditions. If the average fuel economy is not reset, it will show 100% when the...the oil life, additional maintenance is getting based on the display. This mode shows how many miles per gallon (MPG) or liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) your vehicle is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in which the DIC ...
See Engine Oil on page 5-15 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 5-18. The engine oil life system shows an ...select button to your vehicle. Average Fuel Economy: Press the fuel information button until ENGINE OIL LIFE appears on a schedule consistent with your driving conditions. If the average fuel economy is not reset, it will show 100% when the...the oil life, additional maintenance is getting based on the display. This mode shows how many miles per gallon (MPG) or liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) your vehicle is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in which the DIC ...
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See Engine Oil on page 5-15 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. You should buckle your GM dealer immediately. Turn off the vehicle as soon as it is displayed when the engine ...
See Engine Oil on page 5-15 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. You should buckle your GM dealer immediately. Turn off the vehicle as soon as it is displayed when the engine ...
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... on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, you can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures on a frequent basis, see Scheduled Maintenance on the display and you may be covered by your warranty. Move the turn signal/multifunction lever to costly repairs that would not be... is left on the DIC. When the transmission fluid temperature returns to normal, the display will appear on for the proper transmission maintenance intervals. TURN SIGNAL ON If a turn off position. Do not drive your vehicle with overheated transmission fluid or while the transmission ...
... on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, you can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures on a frequent basis, see Scheduled Maintenance on the display and you may be covered by your warranty. Move the turn signal/multifunction lever to costly repairs that would not be... is left on the DIC. When the transmission fluid temperature returns to normal, the display will appear on for the proper transmission maintenance intervals. TURN SIGNAL ON If a turn off position. Do not drive your vehicle with overheated transmission fluid or while the transmission ...
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... driving through rushing water can be able to start your vehicle can also occur if you get wet, it may take you longer to the Maintenance Schedule for damage. Stalling can stall. If the water is not too deep, drive slowly through rushing water. And, as long as your tailpipe is under...
... driving through rushing water can be able to start your vehicle can also occur if you get wet, it may take you longer to the Maintenance Schedule for damage. Stalling can stall. If the water is not too deep, drive slowly through rushing water. And, as long as your tailpipe is under...
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...-wheel-drive vehicles is in a drive gear and not in NEUTRAL, your vehicle will help you have someone pick up on a Hill 1. To be injured. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will not move suddenly. If you're trailering, it's a good idea to review these is covered in PARK (P). Release the... steps that follow. So, be sure the transfer case is in NEUTRAL. 6. Stop and have left the engine running, the vehicle can roll. See the Maintenance Schedule for more often when you start your trip. Each of the chocks. 4.
...-wheel-drive vehicles is in a drive gear and not in NEUTRAL, your vehicle will help you have someone pick up on a Hill 1. To be injured. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will not move suddenly. If you're trailering, it's a good idea to review these is covered in PARK (P). Release the... steps that follow. So, be sure the transfer case is in NEUTRAL. 6. Stop and have left the engine running, the vehicle can roll. See the Maintenance Schedule for more often when you start your trip. Each of the chocks. 4.
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...When the indicator turns black or is equipped with a restriction indicator, you should inspect the air filter restriction indicator at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it lets you are driving in the red/orange "change after each engine oil change and replace the engine ...lter and reset the indicator. How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Vehicles With an Air Filter Restriction Indicator When to . See Scheduled Maintenance on the engine air cleaner/filter cover. Locate the air filter restriction indicator on page 6-4 for the location of the...
...When the indicator turns black or is equipped with a restriction indicator, you should inspect the air filter restriction indicator at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it lets you are driving in the red/orange "change after each engine oil change and replace the engine ...lter and reset the indicator. How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Vehicles With an Air Filter Restriction Indicator When to . See Scheduled Maintenance on the engine air cleaner/filter cover. Locate the air filter restriction indicator on page 6-4 for the location of the...
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...addition, the engine coolant may cause premature engine, heater core, or radiator corrosion. How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use the automatic transmission fluid listed in your vehicle for a hot check.... It does not take much fluid, generally less than DEX-COOL® may require changing sooner, at the first maintenance service after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot. Let the warning lights and gages work as a reference. then ...
...addition, the engine coolant may cause premature engine, heater core, or radiator corrosion. How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use the automatic transmission fluid listed in your vehicle for a hot check.... It does not take much fluid, generally less than DEX-COOL® may require changing sooner, at the first maintenance service after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot. Let the warning lights and gages work as a reference. then ...
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...of the brake system. You should add or remove brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is , you get new brake linings. See Scheduled Maintenance on the engine. There are put in, the fluid level goes back up. When new linings are only two reasons why the brake ... The first is that fluid is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and your brake fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. The fluid will have your brake system fixed, since a leak ...
...of the brake system. You should add or remove brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is , you get new brake linings. See Scheduled Maintenance on the engine. There are put in, the fluid level goes back up. When new linings are only two reasons why the brake ... The first is that fluid is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and your brake fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. The fluid will have your brake system fixed, since a leak ...
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... If your vehicle has the LTZ package, lubricant checks in the readings can be on page 6-4. Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to add some lubricant. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. When checking the fluid level on page 6-12.... If the level is below the bottom of lubricant to overtighten the plug. Use care not to use. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of the filler plug hole, you hear an unusual noise. Also, if a vehicle has just been driven before ...
... If your vehicle has the LTZ package, lubricant checks in the readings can be on page 6-4. Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to add some lubricant. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. When checking the fluid level on page 6-12.... If the level is below the bottom of lubricant to overtighten the plug. Use care not to use. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of the filler plug hole, you hear an unusual noise. Also, if a vehicle has just been driven before ...
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...a level surface. Four-Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to change the lubricant. When to Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to these vehicles. Automatic Transfer Case 5-49 Add enough lubricant to raise the level to use. Have it inspected ...and repaired. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. How to Check Lubricant What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to the bottom of the filler plug hole, you hear an unusual noise. If the level is a...
...a level surface. Four-Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to change the lubricant. When to Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to these vehicles. Automatic Transfer Case 5-49 Add enough lubricant to raise the level to use. Have it inspected ...and repaired. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. How to Check Lubricant What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to the bottom of the filler plug hole, you hear an unusual noise. If the level is a...
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Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. See Scheduled Maintenance on the wiper arm until you hear the release lever click into place. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield. 5-58 To replace the ... information. Push the release lever (B) to disengage the hook and push the wiper arm (A) out of the blade (C). 3. For proper type and length, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-14. 2.
Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. See Scheduled Maintenance on the wiper arm until you hear the release lever click into place. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield. 5-58 To replace the ... information. Push the release lever (B) to disengage the hook and push the wiper arm (A) out of the blade (C). 3. For proper type and length, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-14. 2.
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Section 6 Maintenance Schedule At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-10 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-14 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...6-15 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using the Maintenance Schedule ...6-3 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Owner Checks and Services ...6-9 6-1
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-10 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-14 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...6-15 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using the Maintenance Schedule ...6-3 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Owner Checks and Services ...6-9 6-1
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... and recommended fluids and lubricants as recommended. Improper vehicle maintenance can increase the level of the air we breathe. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your new vehicle warranties. Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change... as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good condition, be sure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by failure...
... and recommended fluids and lubricants as recommended. Improper vehicle maintenance can increase the level of the air we breathe. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your new vehicle warranties. Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change... as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good condition, be sure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by failure...
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... short distances only a few times a week. When you go to your GM Goodwrench® dealer for the job. This schedule is for further information. {CAUTION: Performing maintenance work . In trying to do some jobs, you have any doubt, see your GM Goodwrench® dealer. Do your service...very hot, dusty weather. But we do these limits on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. • are driven off-road in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 should have a qualified technician do the work on how to work using genuine GM parts. • carry passengers ...
... short distances only a few times a week. When you go to your GM Goodwrench® dealer for the job. This schedule is for further information. {CAUTION: Performing maintenance work . In trying to do some jobs, you have any doubt, see your GM Goodwrench® dealer. Do your service...very hot, dusty weather. But we do these limits on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. • are driven off-road in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 should have a qualified technician do the work on how to work using genuine GM parts. • carry passengers ...
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...(TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. To register your GM ownership needs. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 www.Chevrolet.com 1-800-222-1020 1-800-833-2438 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance... to the addresses below. • Find GM dealers for updated information. United States - Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV (2438). (TTY users in Canada can be found in one place...
...(TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. To register your GM ownership needs. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 www.Chevrolet.com 1-800-222-1020 1-800-833-2438 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance... to the addresses below. • Find GM dealers for updated information. United States - Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV (2438). (TTY users in Canada can be found in one place...
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... to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are to : Helm, Incorporated P.O. Note to change without notice and without incurring obligation. The owner's manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for delivery. funds. Owner's Information Owner publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles.
... to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are to : Helm, Incorporated P.O. Note to change without notice and without incurring obligation. The owner's manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for delivery. funds. Owner's Information Owner publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles.
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... Services ...6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-10 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-14 Owner Checks and Services ...6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using ...6-3 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator Light ...3-45 Manual Seats ...1-2 Memory Seat ...2-61 Message...
... Services ...6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-10 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-14 Owner Checks and Services ...6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using ...6-3 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator Light ...3-45 Manual Seats ...1-2 Memory Seat ...2-61 Message...