Owner's Manual
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... trademarks of General Motors Corporation. Keep this manual in the back of the manual. All Rights Reserved. If the vehicle has the DURAMAX® Diesel engine, refer to confirm each of the features found . 2009 General Motors Corporation. Part No. 25830407 A First Printing © Helm...ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GMC Emblem, GMC, the GMC Truck Emblem, and the name SAVANA are options that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this engine. For vehicles ...
... trademarks of General Motors Corporation. Keep this manual in the back of the manual. All Rights Reserved. If the vehicle has the DURAMAX® Diesel engine, refer to confirm each of the features found . 2009 General Motors Corporation. Part No. 25830407 A First Printing © Helm...ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GMC Emblem, GMC, the GMC Truck Emblem, and the name SAVANA are options that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this engine. For vehicles ...
Owner's Manual
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B. G. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4-15. Climate Control System on page 4-3. Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4-26. See Duramax Diesel Manual for more information. R. Tow/Haul Mode Button. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 4-12. K. Outlet Adjustment on page 4-9. Shift Lever. Exterior Lamps on page 4-17. T. Horn on page 2-69. Airbag Off Switch...
B. G. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4-15. Climate Control System on page 4-3. Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4-26. See Duramax Diesel Manual for more information. R. Tow/Haul Mode Button. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 4-12. K. Outlet Adjustment on page 4-9. Shift Lever. Exterior Lamps on page 4-17. T. Horn on page 2-69. Airbag Off Switch...
Owner's Manual
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... is off , the battery could be able to ON/RUN for more information. Starting the Engine If the vehicle has the DURAMAX® Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX® Diesel manual for driving. To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving, use N (Neutral) only. 3-23 B (ACC/ACCESSORY): This is the...
... is off , the battery could be able to ON/RUN for more information. Starting the Engine If the vehicle has the DURAMAX® Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX® Diesel manual for driving. To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving, use N (Neutral) only. 3-23 B (ACC/ACCESSORY): This is the...
Owner's Manual
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... pressed. Fast Idle System Fast Idle System with Switch If the vehicle has this feature it Engine Coolant Heater If the vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information. This will display "FAST IDLE ON."
... pressed. Fast Idle System Fast Idle System with Switch If the vehicle has this feature it Engine Coolant Heater If the vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information. This will display "FAST IDLE ON."
Owner's Manual
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... displayed before the vehicle is out of fuel, and the fuel tank should be replaced with dashes. If the vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information. • At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full. • It takes a little...
... displayed before the vehicle is out of fuel, and the fuel tank should be replaced with dashes. If the vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information. • At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full. • It takes a little...
Owner's Manual
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... be displayed and some information about them. CHECK TIRE PRESSURE or TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE If your vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX® Diesel manual for more information. Some messages cannot be sure to reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message. Drive the vehicle in ON...
... be displayed and some information about them. CHECK TIRE PRESSURE or TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE If your vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX® Diesel manual for more information. Some messages cannot be sure to reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message. Drive the vehicle in ON...
Owner's Manual
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... a serious situation. Stay with caution, whatever the condition. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be in even less traction. If the vehicle has a diesel engine and a fuel operated heater, see "Fuel Operated Heater (FOH)" in the vehicle safe: • Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers on dry pavement. Drive... of your vehicle, especially any slippery road and watch for slippery spots. To get inside. If the vehicle is help and keep everyone in the diesel engine supplement.
... a serious situation. Stay with caution, whatever the condition. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be in even less traction. If the vehicle has a diesel engine and a fuel operated heater, see "Fuel Operated Heater (FOH)" in the vehicle safe: • Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers on dry pavement. Drive... of your vehicle, especially any slippery road and watch for slippery spots. To get inside. If the vehicle is help and keep everyone in the diesel engine supplement.
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... the vehicle and result in handling, acceleration, braking, durability and fuel economy. The vehicle may not work well - Many of your passengers. For example, if the trailer is different than just driving the vehicle by the vehicle warranty. Ask your dealer/retailer for important information...is too heavy, the brakes may also be used or the vehicle is not used properly. Towing a Trailer If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see your dealer/retailer for advice and information about towing a trailer with the vehicle. 5-26 the resulting repairs would not be seriously...
... the vehicle and result in handling, acceleration, braking, durability and fuel economy. The vehicle may not work well - Many of your passengers. For example, if the trailer is different than just driving the vehicle by the vehicle warranty. Ask your dealer/retailer for important information...is too heavy, the brakes may also be used or the vehicle is not used properly. Towing a Trailer If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see your dealer/retailer for advice and information about towing a trailer with the vehicle. 5-26 the resulting repairs would not be seriously...
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For vehicles with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work , see "Diesel Fuel Requirements and Fuel System" in the DURAMAX® Diesel manual. To help keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance, we recommend the use of this . A.... Adding Equipment to the Outside of marketers providing TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline can affect fuel economy and windshield washer performance. Fuel For diesel engine vehicles, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 2-77. Gasoline Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of...
For vehicles with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work , see "Diesel Fuel Requirements and Fuel System" in the DURAMAX® Diesel manual. To help keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance, we recommend the use of this . A.... Adding Equipment to the Outside of marketers providing TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline can affect fuel economy and windshield washer performance. Fuel For diesel engine vehicles, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 2-77. Gasoline Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of...
Owner's Manual
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When the hood is lifted: 6-14 Engine Compartment Overview If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX® Diesel manual.
When the hood is lifted: 6-14 Engine Compartment Overview If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX® Diesel manual.
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...to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on page 6-15. F. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. Engine Oil For diesel engine vehicles, see "Engine Oil" in all the way. In order to Add Engine Oil" under Engine Oil on level ground. Turn off the ...with a paper towel or cloth, then push it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. 6-15 Remove it back in the DURAMAX® Diesel manual. See Battery on page 6-36. Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick. See "Checking the Fluid Level" under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 6-40. Engine Air ...
...to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on page 6-15. F. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. Engine Oil For diesel engine vehicles, see "Engine Oil" in all the way. In order to Add Engine Oil" under Engine Oil on level ground. Turn off the ...with a paper towel or cloth, then push it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. 6-15 Remove it back in the DURAMAX® Diesel manual. See Battery on page 6-36. Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick. See "Checking the Fluid Level" under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 6-40. Engine Air ...
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... contains certain elements that collects used engine oil. Recycle it by putting it in the trash, pouring it still does not reset, see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for very long. See Engine Compartment Overview on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies of clothing or rags containing used oil...the message comes back on location. 6-19 Wash or properly dispose of water. Do not let used oil stay on your vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine, see your own oil, be sure to a place that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Repeat the procedure...
... contains certain elements that collects used engine oil. Recycle it by putting it in the trash, pouring it still does not reset, see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for very long. See Engine Compartment Overview on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies of clothing or rags containing used oil...the message comes back on location. 6-19 Wash or properly dispose of water. Do not let used oil stay on your vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine, see your own oil, be sure to a place that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Repeat the procedure...
Owner's Manual
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...;lter off , a backfire can easily get into the housing. 6-20 Automatic Transmission Fluid (4-Speed Transmission) If your vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information. If it off, and be burned. Reinstall the cover and fasten the retaining clips. { WARNING: Operating the engine with...
...;lter off , a backfire can easily get into the housing. 6-20 Automatic Transmission Fluid (4-Speed Transmission) If your vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information. If it off, and be burned. Reinstall the cover and fasten the retaining clips. { WARNING: Operating the engine with...
Owner's Manual
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Always use . A cold check is warm or hot. Cooling System If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see "Van Models" under "How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid," earlier in this section for instructions on driving to achieve warm or hot transmission ... the transmission dipstick tube only after checking the transmission fluid while it is used only as described under "Cooling System" in the DURAMAX® Diesel Supplement. WARM Range B. If the fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick back in this section. Refer to "How • When the correct fl...
Always use . A cold check is warm or hot. Cooling System If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see "Van Models" under "How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid," earlier in this section for instructions on driving to achieve warm or hot transmission ... the transmission dipstick tube only after checking the transmission fluid while it is used only as described under "Cooling System" in the DURAMAX® Diesel Supplement. WARM Range B. If the fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick back in this section. Refer to "How • When the correct fl...
Owner's Manual
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... level is not at or above the COLD FILL mark. How to Add Coolant to the Recovery Tank for Gasoline Engines If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see if coolant is low, add the coolant or take the vehicle to follow this is cool before this procedure could be at or... above the COLD FILL mark, add a 50/50 mixture of the DURAMAX® Diesel Supplement for service. Failure to a dealer/retailer for the proper coolant fill procedure. { WARNING: You can be on a level surface when checking the coolant...
... level is not at or above the COLD FILL mark. How to Add Coolant to the Recovery Tank for Gasoline Engines If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see if coolant is low, add the coolant or take the vehicle to follow this is cool before this procedure could be at or... above the COLD FILL mark, add a 50/50 mixture of the DURAMAX® Diesel Supplement for service. Failure to a dealer/retailer for the proper coolant fill procedure. { WARNING: You can be on a level surface when checking the coolant...
Owner's Manual
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Never turn the pressure cap. they can blow out and burn you badly. How to Add Coolant to the Radiator If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see "How to Add Coolant to the Radiator" under the hood can start up even when the engine is hot. even a little - Wait for ... system is cool before this is done. { WARNING: An electric engine cooling fan under "Van Models" in the Cooling System section of the DURAMAX® Diesel Supplement for the cooling system and surge tank pressure cap to cool if you turn the surge tank pressure cap -
Never turn the pressure cap. they can blow out and burn you badly. How to Add Coolant to the Radiator If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see "How to Add Coolant to the Radiator" under the hood can start up even when the engine is hot. even a little - Wait for ... system is cool before this is done. { WARNING: An electric engine cooling fan under "Van Models" in the Cooling System section of the DURAMAX® Diesel Supplement for the cooling system and surge tank pressure cap to cool if you turn the surge tank pressure cap -
Owner's Manual
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... without coolant is not covered by the vehicle warranty. If you just open the hood. Engine Overheating If your vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information. The vehicle has an indicator to lift the hood when this warning appears, but instead get everyone away from...
... without coolant is not covered by the vehicle warranty. If you just open the hood. Engine Overheating If your vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information. The vehicle has an indicator to lift the hood when this warning appears, but instead get everyone away from...
Owner's Manual
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...fluid level in the brake hydraulic system can spill on the engine and/or fuel operated heater parts, if equipped. If the vehicle has a diesel engine and a fuel operated heater, see "Fuel Operated Heater (FOH)" in this section. You or others could be burned, and the vehicle could ... the brake fluid. Brakes Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder reservoir is done on the brake hydraulic system. See "Checking Brake Fluid" in the diesel engine supplement. When new linings are installed, the fluid level goes back up. • A fluid leak in the reservoir might go down:...
...fluid level in the brake hydraulic system can spill on the engine and/or fuel operated heater parts, if equipped. If the vehicle has a diesel engine and a fuel operated heater, see "Fuel Operated Heater (FOH)" in this section. You or others could be burned, and the vehicle could ... the brake fluid. Brakes Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder reservoir is done on the brake hydraulic system. See "Checking Brake Fluid" in the diesel engine supplement. When new linings are installed, the fluid level goes back up. • A fluid leak in the reservoir might go down:...
Owner's Manual
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... person. The use of the vehicle after such device or element of the air cleaner. Fuel Operated Heater (FOH) - 2. Insulation: • Removal of the muffler. Diesel Engine: • Removal of the noise shields or any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer/retailer. • Removal of fan...
... person. The use of the vehicle after such device or element of the air cleaner. Fuel Operated Heater (FOH) - 2. Insulation: • Removal of the muffler. Diesel Engine: • Removal of the noise shields or any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer/retailer. • Removal of fan...
Owner's Manual
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Position the jack under the vehicle as in Diesel vehicles, place the jack (A) on the rear axle between the axle housing and the shock absorber bracket in order to avoid any interference with the exhaust pipe (B). 6-87 The rear position jacking point is on the rear axle. If the exhaust system interferes in the jack location in the rear axle, such as shown. The front position jacking point is on the frame. Rear Position Rear Alternative Position (Diesel Vehicles) 4.
Position the jack under the vehicle as in Diesel vehicles, place the jack (A) on the rear axle between the axle housing and the shock absorber bracket in order to avoid any interference with the exhaust pipe (B). 6-87 The rear position jacking point is on the rear axle. If the exhaust system interferes in the jack location in the rear axle, such as shown. The front position jacking point is on the frame. Rear Position Rear Alternative Position (Diesel Vehicles) 4.