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2011 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual M In...Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...5-11 Information Displays ...5-28 Vehicle Messages ...5-37 Vehicle Personalization ...5-48 Universal Remote System ...5-56 Lighting ...6-1 Exterior Lighting ...6-1 Interior Lighting ...6-7 Lighting Features ...6-9 Infotainment System ...7-1 Introduction ...7-1 Radio... Controls ...8-1 Climate Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-13 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-29 Engine Exhaust ...9-37 Automatic Transmission ...9-39 Drive Systems ...9-45 Brakes ...9-52 ...
2011 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual M In...Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...5-11 Information Displays ...5-28 Vehicle Messages ...5-37 Vehicle Personalization ...5-48 Universal Remote System ...5-56 Lighting ...6-1 Exterior Lighting ...6-1 Interior Lighting ...6-7 Lighting Features ...6-9 Infotainment System ...7-1 Introduction ...7-1 Radio... Controls ...8-1 Climate Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-13 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-29 Engine Exhaust ...9-37 Automatic Transmission ...9-39 Drive Systems ...9-45 Brakes ...9-52 ...
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... Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure g : Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors $ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps # : Fog Lamps } : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor _ : Tow/Haul Mode F : Traction Control M : Windshield Washer Fluid Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may...
... Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure g : Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors $ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps # : Fog Lamps } : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor _ : Tow/Haul Mode F : Traction Control M : Windshield Washer Fluid Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may...
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In Brief 1-1 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ...1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-4 Door Locks ...1-5 Liftgate ...1-5 Windows ...1-6 Seat Adjustment ...1-6 Memory Features ...1-9 Second Row Seats ...1-10 Third Row Seats ...1-10 Heated Seats ...1-10 Heated and ......Steering Wheel Controls ...Cruise Control ...Navigation System ...Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) ...Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ...Ultrasonic Parking Assist ...Power Outlets ...Universal Remote System ...Sunroof ...
In Brief 1-1 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ...1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-4 Door Locks ...1-5 Liftgate ...1-5 Windows ...1-6 Seat Adjustment ...1-6 Memory Features ...1-9 Second Row Seats ...1-10 Third Row Seats ...1-10 Heated Seats ...1-10 Heated and ......Steering Wheel Controls ...Cruise Control ...Navigation System ...Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) ...Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ...Ultrasonic Parking Assist ...Power Outlets ...Universal Remote System ...Sunroof ...
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K : Press to cancel the panic alarm. Starting the Vehicle 1. Press Q. For more than two seconds to 60 m (195 ft) away from outside of the vehicle. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The RKE transmitter is used to remotely lock and unlock the doors from up to sound the panic alarm. See ...Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) on page 2‑2. Remote Vehicle Start With this owner manual. m : Press and hold to lock all remaining doors. 1-4 In Brief Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief ...
K : Press to cancel the panic alarm. Starting the Vehicle 1. Press Q. For more than two seconds to 60 m (195 ft) away from outside of the vehicle. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The RKE transmitter is used to remotely lock and unlock the doors from up to sound the panic alarm. See ...Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) on page 2‑2. Remote Vehicle Start With this owner manual. m : Press and hold to lock all remaining doors. 1-4 In Brief Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief ...
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Repeat the steps for 10 minutes. Liftgate Power Liftgate Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start can be locked and the climate control system may come on the RKE transmitter until the parking lamps turn on and remain on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or use the power door lock switches to... run for a 10-minute time extension. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold 8 on . Remote start : . To lock or unlock the door with the manual locks, push down or pull up on the hazard warning flashers. Turn on the ...
Repeat the steps for 10 minutes. Liftgate Power Liftgate Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start can be locked and the climate control system may come on the RKE transmitter until the parking lamps turn on and remain on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or use the power door lock switches to... run for a 10-minute time extension. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold 8 on . Remote start : . To lock or unlock the door with the manual locks, push down or pull up on the hazard warning flashers. Turn on the ...
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Keys, Doors and Windows 2-1 Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks Keys ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...Remote Vehicle Start ...Door Locks ...Power Door Locks ...Delayed Locking ...Automatic Door Locks ...Lockout Protection ...Safety Locks ...2-2 2-2 2-3 2-5 2-7 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ...Manual Mirrors ...Trailer-Tow Mirrors ...Power Mirrors ......
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-1 Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks Keys ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...Remote Vehicle Start ...Door Locks ...Power Door Locks ...Delayed Locking ...Automatic Door Locks ...Lockout Protection ...Safety Locks ...2-2 2-2 2-3 2-5 2-7 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ...Manual Mirrors ...Trailer-Tow Mirrors ...Power Mirrors ......
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... vehicle. See Anti-theft Alarm System on page 2‑2. If the transmitter is pressed again within three seconds. With Remote Start and Power Liftgate and Liftglass See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2‑13. Pressing Q arms the content theft‐ deterrent system. Keys,... when the lock button is still not working correctly, see your vehicle has the RKE system: . / (Remote Vehicle Start): Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions work up to lock all the Q (Lock): doors. The following functions may...
... vehicle. See Anti-theft Alarm System on page 2‑2. If the transmitter is pressed again within three seconds. With Remote Start and Power Liftgate and Liftglass See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2‑13. Pressing Q arms the content theft‐ deterrent system. Keys,... when the lock button is still not working correctly, see your vehicle has the RKE system: . / (Remote Vehicle Start): Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions work up to lock all the Q (Lock): doors. The following functions may...
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... regulations for additional information. Do not insert the tool too far. Keys, Doors and Windows 3. It may require a person using the remote start the engine from outside temperatures. Laws in view when doing so. Replace with a flat, thin object, such as resistance is turned to... a heating or cooling mode depending on fuel. Do not use the remote start , manually turn on remote starting of fuel. Twist the tool until the transmitter is turned to have an automatic climate control system, during colder outside temperatures...
... regulations for additional information. Do not insert the tool too far. Keys, Doors and Windows 3. It may require a person using the remote start the engine from outside temperatures. Laws in view when doing so. Replace with a flat, thin object, such as resistance is turned to... a heating or cooling mode depending on fuel. Do not use the remote start , manually turn on remote starting of fuel. Twist the tool until the transmitter is turned to have an automatic climate control system, during colder outside temperatures...
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...other conditions which can extend the engine run time by another 10 minutes within the first 10 minute remote start can be remote started two separate times between driving sequences. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2‑2 for a 10-minute time extension. The engine will... running . For example, if Q and then / are pressed again after each remote start feature, the RKE transmitter functions will have an increased range of the transmitter. Once two remote starts, or a single remote start . Immediately press and hold / for two to four seconds. . Turn on ...
...other conditions which can extend the engine run time by another 10 minutes within the first 10 minute remote start can be remote started two separate times between driving sequences. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2‑2 for a 10-minute time extension. The engine will... running . For example, if Q and then / are pressed again after each remote start feature, the RKE transmitter functions will have an increased range of the transmitter. Once two remote starts, or a single remote start . Immediately press and hold / for two to four seconds. . Turn on ...
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... the manual lock knob. . Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it . Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may have the remote start feature. A child can help prevent this from heat stroke. There are not locked. When a door is locked, the handle will turn off... or if the oil pressure gets low. 2-7 Door Locks WARNING (Continued) injuries or even death from happening. Remote Start Ready If the vehicle does not have the remote vehicle start feature, it may be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent (Continued) Outsiders can easily enter through an...
... the manual lock knob. . Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it . Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may have the remote start feature. A child can help prevent this from heat stroke. There are not locked. When a door is locked, the handle will turn off... or if the oil pressure gets low. 2-7 Door Locks WARNING (Continued) injuries or even death from happening. Remote Start Ready If the vehicle does not have the remote vehicle start feature, it may be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent (Continued) Outsiders can easily enter through an...
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...l : The liftgate can also be closed , the liftgate may be temporarily disabled under extreme temperatures, or under low battery conditions. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on the outside liftgate handle. If the transmission is shifted out of P (Park) and the vehicle ... . Notice: If you open position. The power liftgate may reverse to reverse that operation. Press 8 on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter until the liftgate starts moving reverses the direction. Cargo could damage the liftgate or the liftgate glass. 2-10 Keys, Doors and Windows The...
...l : The liftgate can also be closed , the liftgate may be temporarily disabled under extreme temperatures, or under low battery conditions. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on the outside liftgate handle. If the transmission is shifted out of P (Park) and the vehicle ... . Notice: If you open position. The power liftgate may reverse to reverse that operation. Press 8 on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter until the liftgate starts moving reverses the direction. Cargo could damage the liftgate or the liftgate glass. 2-10 Keys, Doors and Windows The...
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... vehicle's key or the manual door lock. Close all doors. Always unlock the doors with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the power door lock switch. If you set off the alarm ... using the RKE transmitter, a 10-second pre-alarm will set off the alarm if it to START to activate the theft-deterrent system, the vehicle should go off. Your vehicle's headlamps will flash ... The security light should be locked with the door key after about 30 seconds, then will not start your vehicle with the door open when the doors are closed and the delay timer has expired. If...
... vehicle's key or the manual door lock. Close all doors. Always unlock the doors with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the power door lock switch. If you set off the alarm ... using the RKE transmitter, a 10-second pre-alarm will set off the alarm if it to START to activate the theft-deterrent system, the vehicle should go off. Your vehicle's headlamps will flash ... The security light should be locked with the door key after about 30 seconds, then will not start your vehicle with the door open when the doors are closed and the delay timer has expired. If...
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... for the lowest. To use the heated seats after the vehicle is cold outside, the heated seats may turn on automatically during a remote start . The lights on . See the Warning under Heated Front Seats on the front doors. The lights indicate three for the highest setting... and one for the highest setting. If available, the buttons are on page 3‑9. Remote Start Heated Seats When it is started. The temperature performance of the button, the seat will be reduced. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats H (Cooled Seat): the seat...
... for the lowest. To use the heated seats after the vehicle is cold outside, the heated seats may turn on automatically during a remote start . The lights on . See the Warning under Heated Front Seats on the front doors. The lights indicate three for the highest setting... and one for the highest setting. If available, the buttons are on page 3‑9. Remote Start Heated Seats When it is started. The temperature performance of the button, the seat will be reduced. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats H (Cooled Seat): the seat...
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...seat cushion. The lights on the heated seat buttons do not turn on automatically during a remote start . The heated seats will be reduced. The temperature performance of the center console. This is started. Press M or L to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at ...low temperatures. Seats and Restraints Remote Start Heated Seats When it is cold outside, the heated seats may turn on during a remote vehicle start . See Remote Vehicle Start on .
...seat cushion. The lights on the heated seat buttons do not turn on automatically during a remote start . The heated seats will be reduced. The temperature performance of the center console. This is started. Press M or L to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at ...low temperatures. Seats and Restraints Remote Start Heated Seats When it is cold outside, the heated seats may turn on during a remote vehicle start . See Remote Vehicle Start on .
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...be visible. The passenger sensing system works with sensors that children be enabled (may not see the system check. and children, who are using remote start, if equipped, to detect the presence of the right front passenger seat and safety belt. If you may inflate) or not. See Passenger...for their weight and size. According to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. We recommend that are designed to start the vehicle from a distance, you are large enough, using safety belts. When the system check is because the risk to accident statistics, ...
...be visible. The passenger sensing system works with sensors that children be enabled (may not see the system check. and children, who are using remote start, if equipped, to detect the presence of the right front passenger seat and safety belt. If you may inflate) or not. See Passenger...for their weight and size. According to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. We recommend that are designed to start the vehicle from a distance, you are large enough, using safety belts. When the system check is because the risk to accident statistics, ...
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...passenger frontal airbag. United States If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the overhead console. If you are using remote start, if equipped, to start the vehicle from a distance, you know the status of the right front passenger frontal airbag. Instruments and Controls 5-19 Passenger Airbag ...indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off symbol to let you may inflate). Canada and Mexico When the vehicle is started, the passenger airbag status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on page 3‑45 for the right front passenger ...
...passenger frontal airbag. United States If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the overhead console. If you are using remote start, if equipped, to start the vehicle from a distance, you know the status of the right front passenger frontal airbag. Instruments and Controls 5-19 Passenger Airbag ...indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off symbol to let you may inflate). Canada and Mexico When the vehicle is started, the passenger airbag status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on page 3‑45 for the right front passenger ...
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... Messages PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE OWNERS MANUAL If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system, after the vehicle has been started, this message and clear it from the DIC display. TIGHTEN GAS CAP This message may display along with the check engine light on for...reset stem to acknowledge this message displays to the off . Refuel as soon as possible. Key and Lock Messages REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays if a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter battery is left off . 5-42 Instruments and Controls Fuel System Messages FUEL LEVEL LOW This message ...
... Messages PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE OWNERS MANUAL If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system, after the vehicle has been started, this message and clear it from the DIC display. TIGHTEN GAS CAP This message may display along with the check engine light on for...reset stem to acknowledge this message displays to the off . Refuel as soon as possible. Key and Lock Messages REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays if a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter battery is left off . 5-42 Instruments and Controls Fuel System Messages FUEL LEVEL LOW This message ...
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... occur. To select a setting, press the set/ reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. REMOTE START If your vehicle has this feature. The remote start feature allows you to the stored driving position when the unlock button on the DIC display. Press the set all of... this feature, it allows you to set /reset button once to access the settings for this feature. Press the customization button until REMOTE START appears on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is displayed on the DIC. The current setting will remain. Press the set / reset button once to...
... occur. To select a setting, press the set/ reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. REMOTE START If your vehicle has this feature. The remote start feature allows you to the stored driving position when the unlock button on the DIC display. Press the set all of... this feature, it allows you to set /reset button once to access the settings for this feature. Press the customization button until REMOTE START appears on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is displayed on the DIC. The current setting will remain. Press the set / reset button once to...
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... of the garage door or gate that is being programmed. 5-57 To program up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as for future programming. Only the original remote control transmitter is sold after 1996 are clear of the steps involved, it may be repeated. ...buttons should be erased when the vehicle is needed for one to have another person assist with any garage door opener model manufactured before starting. Park the vehicle outside buttons at the same time for Fixed Code programming. This includes any garage door opener that people and ...
... of the garage door or gate that is being programmed. 5-57 To program up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as for future programming. Only the original remote control transmitter is sold after 1996 are clear of the steps involved, it may be repeated. ...buttons should be erased when the vehicle is needed for one to have another person assist with any garage door opener model manufactured before starting. Park the vehicle outside buttons at the same time for Fixed Code programming. This includes any garage door opener that people and ...
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i-12 INDEX Vehicle (cont.) Remote Start ...2-5 Security ...2-13 Towing ...10-93 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure ...10-57 Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label ...12-1 Ventilation, Air ...8-13 Visors ...2-22 ...Trip Odometer ...5-13 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...6-5 Turn Signal Bulb Replacement ...10-38 U Ultrasonic Parking Assist ...9-60 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...10-68 Universal Remote System ...5-56 Operation ...5-61 Programming ...5-56 Using This Manual ...iv W Warning Brake System Light ...5-23 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...5-11 Warnings ...iv Cautions...
i-12 INDEX Vehicle (cont.) Remote Start ...2-5 Security ...2-13 Towing ...10-93 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure ...10-57 Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label ...12-1 Ventilation, Air ...8-13 Visors ...2-22 ...Trip Odometer ...5-13 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...6-5 Turn Signal Bulb Replacement ...10-38 U Ultrasonic Parking Assist ...9-60 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...10-68 Universal Remote System ...5-56 Operation ...5-61 Programming ...5-56 Using This Manual ...iv W Warning Brake System Light ...5-23 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...5-11 Warnings ...iv Cautions...