Owner's Manual
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2010 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-22 Performance and Maintenance ...1-28 Seats and Restraint System ...2-1 Head Restraints ...2-3 Front Seats ...2-5 ... ...4-18 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...4-30 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...4-47 Audio System(s) ...4-82 Driving Your Vehicle ...5-1 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ...5-2 Towing ...5-43
2010 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-22 Performance and Maintenance ...1-28 Seats and Restraint System ...2-1 Head Restraints ...2-3 Front Seats ...2-5 ... ...4-18 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...4-30 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...4-47 Audio System(s) ...4-82 Driving Your Vehicle ...5-1 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ...5-2 Towing ...5-43
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... page 4‑47. J. K. Automatic Transfer Case Control. (If Equipped). Tilt Wheel on page 3‑39 (If Equipped). R. U. A. B. F. Tow/Haul Mode on page 4‑3. H. P. Q. Pedal Adjust Button (If Equipped). Power Assist Steps on page 4‑31. Instrument Panel Cluster on page...Lever. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. Audio System(s) on page 4‑27. I. Dome Lamp Override on page 5‑50. Towing a Trailer on page 4‑15. N. Horn on page 4‑140. Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4‑3. Climate Control ...
... page 4‑47. J. K. Automatic Transfer Case Control. (If Equipped). Tilt Wheel on page 3‑39 (If Equipped). R. U. A. B. F. Tow/Haul Mode on page 4‑3. H. P. Q. Pedal Adjust Button (If Equipped). Power Assist Steps on page 4‑31. Instrument Panel Cluster on page...Lever. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. Audio System(s) on page 4‑27. I. Dome Lamp Override on page 5‑50. Towing a Trailer on page 4‑15. N. Horn on page 4‑140. Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4‑3. Climate Control ...
Owner's Manual
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See Outside Towing Mirrors on the control pad to extend it for a clearer view of the objects behind are seen. Press (A) or (B) to deselect the mirror. 1-14 Press ... mirrors and foldaway mirrors have controls located on the driver door. 1. Manually pull out the mirror head to adjust the mirror. 3. If the vehicle has towing mirrors, they can be adjusted for better visibility when...
See Outside Towing Mirrors on the control pad to extend it for a clearer view of the objects behind are seen. Press (A) or (B) to deselect the mirror. 1-14 Press ... mirrors and foldaway mirrors have controls located on the driver door. 1. Manually pull out the mirror head to adjust the mirror. 3. If the vehicle has towing mirrors, they can be adjusted for better visibility when...
Owner's Manual
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.... To enable the Range Selection feature, move the column shift lever to all lower gears accessible. While using Range Selection Mode, cruise control and the Tow/Haul mode can send the engine's driving power to the M (Manual) position. Base trim shown (uplevel similar) The Range Selection Mode switch is the highest... Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls on the steering column shift lever, to the M. This is located on page 3‑39. See Tow/Haul Mode on the shift lever.
.... To enable the Range Selection feature, move the column shift lever to all lower gears accessible. While using Range Selection Mode, cruise control and the Tow/Haul mode can send the engine's driving power to the M (Manual) position. Base trim shown (uplevel similar) The Range Selection Mode switch is the highest... Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls on the steering column shift lever, to the M. This is located on page 3‑39. See Tow/Haul Mode on the shift lever.
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... Vehicle on page 3‑46. Use this knob to N (Neutral) only when towing the vehicle. AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Drive): This setting is ideal for use when road surface traction conditions are driving off -road situations. 4 n (Four-Wheel-...
... Vehicle on page 3‑46. Use this knob to N (Neutral) only when towing the vehicle. AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Drive): This setting is ideal for use when road surface traction conditions are driving off -road situations. 4 n (Four-Wheel-...
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..., and relay exact location to 85% ethanol (E85). Here are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, minor repair information or towing arrangements. When road and weather conditions are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program. Roadside Assistance Program U.S.: 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872)... TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438 Canada: 1-800-268-6800 As the owner of time. Driving for long periods of a new Chevrolet, you have a FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel cap can affect fuel mileage. Roadside Assistance and OnStar If you are appropriate, use either ...
..., and relay exact location to 85% ethanol (E85). Here are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, minor repair information or towing arrangements. When road and weather conditions are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program. Roadside Assistance Program U.S.: 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872)... TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438 Canada: 1-800-268-6800 As the owner of time. Driving for long periods of a new Chevrolet, you have a FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel cap can affect fuel mileage. Roadside Assistance and OnStar If you are appropriate, use either ...
Owner's Manual
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...-In ...Ignition Positions ...Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...Starting the Engine ...Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ...Engine Coolant Heater ...Active Fuel Management™ ...Automatic Transmission Operation ...Tow/Haul Mode ...Four-Wheel Drive (Two Speed Automatic Transfer Case) ...Four-Wheel Drive (Single Speed Automatic Transfer Case) ...Parking Brake ...Shifting Into Park ...Shifting Out...
...-In ...Ignition Positions ...Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...Starting the Engine ...Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ...Engine Coolant Heater ...Active Fuel Management™ ...Automatic Transmission Operation ...Tow/Haul Mode ...Four-Wheel Drive (Two Speed Automatic Transfer Case) ...Four-Wheel Drive (Single Speed Automatic Transfer Case) ...Parking Brake ...Shifting Into Park ...Shifting Out...
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... Cover ...Sunroof ...3-68 3-68 3-75 3-75 3-75 3-76 3-76 3-77 3-77 3-78 3-79 Mirrors ...Manual Rearview Mirror ...Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...Outside Manual Mirrors ...Outside Towing Mirrors ...Outside Power Mirrors ...Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors ...Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror ...Park Tilt Mirrors ...Outside Convex Mirror ...Outside Heated Mirrors ...Object Detection Systems ...Ultrasonic...
... Cover ...Sunroof ...3-68 3-68 3-75 3-75 3-75 3-76 3-76 3-77 3-77 3-78 3-79 Mirrors ...Manual Rearview Mirror ...Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...Outside Manual Mirrors ...Outside Towing Mirrors ...Outside Power Mirrors ...Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors ...Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror ...Park Tilt Mirrors ...Outside Convex Mirror ...Outside Heated Mirrors ...Object Detection Systems ...Ultrasonic...
Owner's Manual
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Avoid making hard stops for the trailer towing capabilities of the vehicle and more information. . During this breaking-in . Do not drive at 55 mph... you follow these guidelines: . . Hard stops with new linings can be gradually increased. 3-27 Do not tow a trailer during break-in . Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle. . Do not make full-throttle starts. See... Towing a Trailer on page 5‑50 for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. Keep your speed at...
Avoid making hard stops for the trailer towing capabilities of the vehicle and more information. . During this breaking-in . Do not drive at 55 mph... you follow these guidelines: . . Hard stops with new linings can be gradually increased. 3-27 Do not tow a trailer during break-in . Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle. . Do not make full-throttle starts. See... Towing a Trailer on page 5‑50 for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. Keep your speed at...
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... vehicles. The steering can be in P (Park) to turn in , and turn it only with an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be pushed or towed. 3-28
... vehicles. The steering can be in P (Park) to turn in , and turn it only with an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be pushed or towed. 3-28
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If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 5‑50. 3-34 { WARNING: It is dangerous to use when starting the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily. You or others ...
If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 5‑50. 3-34 { WARNING: It is dangerous to use when starting the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily. You or others ...
Owner's Manual
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..., Two-Wheel Drive High or Four-Wheel Drive High or Four-Wheel Drive Low - not in N (Neutral). Also, use N (Neutral) when the vehicle is being towed. { WARNING: Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is not running at high speed when shifting the vehicle. 3-35 Shift to R (Reverse) only after the...
..., Two-Wheel Drive High or Four-Wheel Drive High or Four-Wheel Drive Low - not in N (Neutral). Also, use N (Neutral) when the vehicle is being towed. { WARNING: Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is not running at high speed when shifting the vehicle. 3-35 Shift to R (Reverse) only after the...
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... to the current driving conditions in slippery road conditions could be used , such as with a cold transmission. This difference in shifting is being used when towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, driving on page 5‑11. Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push the accelerator pedal about 35 mph (55...
... to the current driving conditions in slippery road conditions could be used , such as with a cold transmission. This difference in shifting is being used when towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, driving on page 5‑11. Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push the accelerator pedal about 35 mph (55...
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... for major/severe downgrades and off and on. If you would otherwise accelerate due to steepness of D (Drive) when driving on hilly, winding roads, when towing a trailer, so there is available on slippery road surfaces. 1 (First): For the Hydra-Matic® 4-Speed transmission this position reduces vehicle speed even more than...
... for major/severe downgrades and off and on. If you would otherwise accelerate due to steepness of D (Drive) when driving on hilly, winding roads, when towing a trailer, so there is available on slippery road surfaces. 1 (First): For the Hydra-Matic® 4-Speed transmission this position reduces vehicle speed even more than...
Owner's Manual
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... lower gears as it adjusts to driving conditions. The Range Selection Mode helps control the vehicle's transmission and vehicle speed while driving down hill or towing a trailer by the vehicle, but 6 (Sixth) cannot be used. This number is active. Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection Mode ... used to change to select the desired range of gears. Base trim shown (uplevel similar) The vehicle may have a Range Selection Mode. See Tow/Haul Mode on the steering column lever is used until the plus /minus buttons, located on the steering column shift lever, to the gear. ...
... lower gears as it adjusts to driving conditions. The Range Selection Mode helps control the vehicle's transmission and vehicle speed while driving down hill or towing a trailer by the vehicle, but 6 (Sixth) cannot be used. This number is active. Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection Mode ... used to change to select the desired range of gears. Base trim shown (uplevel similar) The vehicle may have a Range Selection Mode. See Tow/Haul Mode on the steering column lever is used until the plus /minus buttons, located on the steering column shift lever, to the gear. ...
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... covered by the vehicle warranty. If you are slippery, such as with ice or snow. When stopping on a hill, use this feature to assist when towing or hauling a heavy load or if there is a need to charge a battery installed in one place on page 5‑50 for more information. 3-39 While... using Range Selection Mode, cruise control and the Tow/Haul mode can use the brakes to hold the vehicle in vehicle acceleration when road conditions are stuck, do not spin the tires.
... covered by the vehicle warranty. If you are slippery, such as with ice or snow. When stopping on a hill, use this feature to assist when towing or hauling a heavy load or if there is a need to charge a battery installed in one place on page 5‑50 for more information. 3-39 While... using Range Selection Mode, cruise control and the Tow/Haul mode can use the brakes to hold the vehicle in vehicle acceleration when road conditions are stuck, do not spin the tires.
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...a loaded vehicle. Grade Braking (Hydra-Matic® 6-Speed Automatic Transmission) The Grade Braking shift modes can be activated by pressing the brake. When Tow/Haul mode is on the braking system and increases control of gears. Grade Braking assists in maintaining desired vehicle speeds when driving on page 5‑...ride when trailering or with the Autoride ® feature, if the vehicle has this information, it detects when the truck is selected the Tow/Haul indicator light will come on the end of the shift control lever. Using this , to select a desired range of the vehicle.
...a loaded vehicle. Grade Braking (Hydra-Matic® 6-Speed Automatic Transmission) The Grade Braking shift modes can be activated by pressing the brake. When Tow/Haul mode is on the braking system and increases control of gears. Grade Braking assists in maintaining desired vehicle speeds when driving on page 5‑...ride when trailering or with the Autoride ® feature, if the vehicle has this information, it detects when the truck is selected the Tow/Haul indicator light will come on the end of the shift control lever. Using this , to select a desired range of the vehicle.
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... Grade Braking is normal. 3-41 While driving on page 3‑33. Shifting into Four-Wheel-Drive Low will upshift, allowing vehicle speed to assist in Tow/Haul mode to increase. While in the steering system. See Automatic Transmission Operation on clean dry pavement and during tight turns, you shift the transfer...
... Grade Braking is normal. 3-41 While driving on page 3‑33. Shifting into Four-Wheel-Drive Low will upshift, allowing vehicle speed to assist in Tow/Haul mode to increase. While in the steering system. See Automatic Transmission Operation on clean dry pavement and during tight turns, you shift the transfer...
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... except when shifting from Four-Wheel Drive Low. It will remain on page 5‑43 for more information. See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 5‑43 or Towing Your Vehicle on when the shift is in N (Neutral). You or someone else could be kept below 45 mph (72 km...DRIVE message" under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3‑48. Shifting Into Two-Wheel Drive High Turn the knob to N (Neutral) only when towing the vehicle. The vehicle has StabiliTrak®. N (Neutral): Shift the vehicle's transfer case to the Two-Wheel High position. Shifting into Four-Wheel-...
... except when shifting from Four-Wheel Drive Low. It will remain on page 5‑43 for more information. See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 5‑43 or Towing Your Vehicle on when the shift is in N (Neutral). You or someone else could be kept below 45 mph (72 km...DRIVE message" under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3‑48. Shifting Into Two-Wheel Drive High Turn the knob to N (Neutral) only when towing the vehicle. The vehicle has StabiliTrak®. N (Neutral): Shift the vehicle's transfer case to the Two-Wheel High position. Shifting into Four-Wheel-...
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... gear - not in P (Park). If you feel the pedal release. Hold the brake pedal down momentarily on the parking brake pedal until you are towing a trailer and are on fairly level ground, use the steps that the parking brake is not released when you are parking on a hill, see... it with a (Continued) 3-49 Move the shift lever into the P (Park) position by pulling the shift lever toward you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 5‑50. See Parking Brake on . You or others could be sure the vehicle will sound warning you that follow. To release...
... gear - not in P (Park). If you feel the pedal release. Hold the brake pedal down momentarily on the parking brake pedal until you are towing a trailer and are on fairly level ground, use the steps that the parking brake is not released when you are parking on a hill, see... it with a (Continued) 3-49 Move the shift lever into the P (Park) position by pulling the shift lever toward you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 5‑50. See Parking Brake on . You or others could be sure the vehicle will sound warning you that follow. To release...