Owner's Manual
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Head Restraints ...1-2 Front Seats ...1-4 Rear Seats ...1-14 Safety Belts ...1-32 Child Restraints ...1-54 Airbag System ...1-81 Restraint System ... Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-12 Rear Axle ...5-49 Four-Wheel Drive ...5-51 Front Axle ...5-52 Headlamp Aiming ...5-53 Bulb Replacement ...5-56 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-59 Tires ...5-61
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Head Restraints ...1-2 Front Seats ...1-4 Rear Seats ...1-14 Safety Belts ...1-32 Child Restraints ...1-54 Airbag System ...1-81 Restraint System ... Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-12 Rear Axle ...5-49 Four-Wheel Drive ...5-51 Front Axle ...5-52 Headlamp Aiming ...5-53 Bulb Replacement ...5-56 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-59 Tires ...5-61
Owner's Manual
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... transmission vehicles. Use the correct key, make sure it only with your dealer/retailer. B (ACC/ACCESSORY): This position lets things like the radio and the windshield wipers operate while the engine is the position that starts the engine. C (ON/RUN): This position can bind with the engine off center. A warning tone will...
... transmission vehicles. Use the correct key, make sure it only with your dealer/retailer. B (ACC/ACCESSORY): This position lets things like the radio and the windshield wipers operate while the engine is the position that starts the engine. C (ON/RUN): This position can bind with the engine off center. A warning tone will...
Owner's Manual
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... Flashers ...3-6 Horn ...3-6 Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-7 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...3-7 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...3-8 Flash-to-Pass ...3-8 Windshield Wipers ...3-9 Rainsense™ II Wipers ...3-9 Windshield Washer ...3-10 Rear Window Wiper/Washer ...3-11 Cruise Control ...3-12 Exterior Lamps ...3-14 Headlamps on Reminder ...3-15 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ...3-16 Automatic Headlamp System ...3-16 Fog...
... Flashers ...3-6 Horn ...3-6 Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-7 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...3-7 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...3-8 Flash-to-Pass ...3-8 Windshield Wipers ...3-9 Rainsense™ II Wipers ...3-9 Windshield Washer ...3-10 Rear Window Wiper/Washer ...3-11 Cruise Control ...3-12 Exterior Lamps ...3-14 Headlamps on Reminder ...3-15 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ...3-16 Automatic Headlamp System ...3-16 Fog...
Owner's Manual
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This causes the turn . : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Raise or lower the lever for less than one second until you release the lever. Turn and Lane-Change Signals An arrow on the ... all the way up or down to signal a turn signals to signal a lane change . Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Z: =: Rear Wiper Rear Wiper Wash Flash-to its starting position whenever it is released. 3-7 Rear Wiper Delay The lever returns to -Pass. It will cause the turn signal lever for these features is active. Holding...
This causes the turn . : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Raise or lower the lever for less than one second until you release the lever. Turn and Lane-Change Signals An arrow on the ... all the way up or down to signal a turn signals to signal a lane change . Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Z: =: Rear Wiper Rear Wiper Wash Flash-to its starting position whenever it is released. 3-7 Rear Wiper Delay The lever returns to -Pass. It will cause the turn signal lever for these features is active. Holding...
Owner's Manual
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... of the lever. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. 8 (Mist): Rainsense™ II Wipers For vehicles with the wiper symbol to control the windshield wipers. Since different drivers have different setting preferences, it is recommended that the mid-range setting (position 3) be... wiping cycles becomes shorter as the band is not raining. 9 (Off): Turns the wipers off position on the multifunction lever. Windshield Wipers Turn the band with Rainsense™ II windshield wipers, the moisture sensor is located next to the inside rearview mirror and is mounted on page...
... of the lever. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. 8 (Mist): Rainsense™ II Wipers For vehicles with the wiper symbol to control the windshield wipers. Since different drivers have different setting preferences, it is recommended that the mid-range setting (position 3) be... wiping cycles becomes shorter as the band is not raining. 9 (Off): Turns the wipers off position on the multifunction lever. Windshield Wipers Turn the band with Rainsense™ II windshield wipers, the moisture sensor is located next to the inside rearview mirror and is mounted on page...
Owner's Manual
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...WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID is displayed when the washer fluid is heating the fluid. The wipers clear the window and then either stop or return to activate the heated windshield washer fluid system. After the first wash/wipe cycle, it can form ice on the... windshield, blocking your washer until the windshield is warmed. This is in the AUTO position and the wipers are active. Heated Windshield Washer For vehicles with the wipers on can damage them. Press the button again to spray washer fl...
...WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID is displayed when the washer fluid is heating the fluid. The wipers clear the window and then either stop or return to activate the heated windshield washer fluid system. After the first wash/wipe cycle, it can form ice on the... windshield, blocking your washer until the windshield is warmed. This is in the AUTO position and the wipers are active. Heated Windshield Washer For vehicles with the wipers on can damage them. Press the button again to spray washer fl...
Owner's Manual
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... can form ice on the windshield, blocking your washer until the windshield is located on the turn signal/multifunction lever to spray washer fluid on the rear window. Turns on the rear wiper delay. 5 (Rear Wiper Delay): Z (Rear Wiper): Turns on the rear wiper. = (Rear Wiper Wash): To turn on the rear wiper wash, push the button...
... can form ice on the windshield, blocking your washer until the windshield is located on the turn signal/multifunction lever to spray washer fluid on the rear window. Turns on the rear wiper delay. 5 (Rear Wiper Delay): Z (Rear Wiper): Turns on the rear wiper. = (Rear Wiper Wash): To turn on the rear wiper wash, push the button...
Owner's Manual
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...road ahead and to the sides. • Check the rearview mirror and vehicle instruments often. • Weather and Maps: Safe to travel? Wiper Blades: In good shape? Are tires inflated to recommended pressure? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: All levels checked? up-to-... Keep the vehicle well ventilated. • Keep interior temperature cool. • Keep your vehicle and rest. Other driving tips include: • Windshield Washer Fluid: Reservoir full? Have 4-27 Things to check on a Long Trip To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having it serviced...
...road ahead and to the sides. • Check the rearview mirror and vehicle instruments often. • Weather and Maps: Safe to travel? Wiper Blades: In good shape? Are tires inflated to recommended pressure? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: All levels checked? up-to-... Keep the vehicle well ventilated. • Keep interior temperature cool. • Keep your vehicle and rest. Other driving tips include: • Windshield Washer Fluid: Reservoir full? Have 4-27 Things to check on a Long Trip To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having it serviced...
Owner's Manual
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... Headlamp Aiming ...5-53 Bulb Replacement ...5-56 Halogen Bulbs ...5-56 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ...5-57 License Plate Lamp ...5-58 Replacement Bulbs ...5-58 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-59 Tires ...5-61 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...5-62 Tire Terminology and Definitions ...5-67 Inflation - Tire Pressure ...5-70 Tire Pressure Monitor...
... Headlamp Aiming ...5-53 Bulb Replacement ...5-56 Halogen Bulbs ...5-56 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ...5-57 License Plate Lamp ...5-58 Replacement Bulbs ...5-58 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-59 Tires ...5-61 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...5-62 Tire Terminology and Definitions ...5-67 Inflation - Tire Pressure ...5-70 Tire Pressure Monitor...
Owner's Manual
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Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Washing Your Vehicle ...5-110 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ...5-110 Finish Care ...5-110 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ...5-111 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim ...5-112 Tires ...5-112 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-113 Finish...fication Number (VIN) ...5-114 Service Parts Identification Label ...5-114 Electrical System ...5-114 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...5-114 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-115 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-115 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...5-115 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-116 Center Instrument ...
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Washing Your Vehicle ...5-110 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ...5-110 Finish Care ...5-110 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ...5-111 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim ...5-112 Tires ...5-112 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-113 Finish...fication Number (VIN) ...5-114 Service Parts Identification Label ...5-114 Electrical System ...5-114 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...5-114 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-115 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-115 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...5-115 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-116 Center Instrument ...
Owner's Manual
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... removed in the locked position. To replace the wiper blade assembly: 1. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-15. 2. For the proper type and size, see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-4. Pull the windshield wiper arm connector away from the arm connector. 5-59... Squeeze the grooved areas on each side of the blade, and turn the blade assembly away from the windshield. 3. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or ...
... removed in the locked position. To replace the wiper blade assembly: 1. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-15. 2. For the proper type and size, see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-4. Pull the windshield wiper arm connector away from the arm connector. 5-59... Squeeze the grooved areas on each side of the blade, and turn the blade assembly away from the windshield. 3. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or ...
Owner's Manual
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... compounding or aggressive polishing on chrome or stainless steel trim, if necessary. A coating of the windshield and backglass with water is all bright metal parts. Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades Clean the outside of wax, rubbed to high polish, is usually needed. Clean the rubber.... Exterior painted surfaces are marked safe for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish on painted surfaces. Wash the windshield thoroughly when you clean the blades. Wipers can take their luster. To help keep the paint finish looking new, keep their toll over a period...
... compounding or aggressive polishing on chrome or stainless steel trim, if necessary. A coating of the windshield and backglass with water is all bright metal parts. Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades Clean the outside of wax, rubbed to high polish, is usually needed. Clean the rubber.... Exterior painted surfaces are marked safe for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish on painted surfaces. Wash the windshield thoroughly when you clean the blades. Wipers can take their luster. To help keep the paint finish looking new, keep their toll over a period...
Owner's Manual
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... fixed. Replace it is a Two-mode Hybrid, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on the road and don't have a problem on page 1-96. Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is fixed or goes away. 5-115 If the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and then closes after a cool... is caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. Before attempting to add anything electrical to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the problem is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse.
... fixed. Replace it is a Two-mode Hybrid, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on the road and don't have a problem on page 1-96. Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is fixed or goes away. 5-115 If the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and then closes after a cool... is caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. Before attempting to add anything electrical to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the problem is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse.
Owner's Manual
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... Side Low-Beam Headlamp Air Conditioning Compressor Oxygen Sensors Transmission Controls (Ignition) Fuel Pump Fuel System Control Module Headlamp Washer Rear Windshield Washer Fuel Injectors, Ignition Coils (Left Side) Trailer Park Lamps Fuses 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35...High-Beam Headlamp Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Driver Side High-Beam Headlamp Daytime Running Lamps 2 Sunroof Key Ignition System, Theft Deterrent System Windshield Wiper SEO B2 Upfitter Usage (Battery) Electric Adjustable Pedals Climate Controls (Battery) Airbag System (Ignition) Amplifier Audio System ...
... Side Low-Beam Headlamp Air Conditioning Compressor Oxygen Sensors Transmission Controls (Ignition) Fuel Pump Fuel System Control Module Headlamp Washer Rear Windshield Washer Fuel Injectors, Ignition Coils (Left Side) Trailer Park Lamps Fuses 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35...High-Beam Headlamp Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Driver Side High-Beam Headlamp Daytime Running Lamps 2 Sunroof Key Ignition System, Theft Deterrent System Windshield Wiper SEO B2 Upfitter Usage (Battery) Electric Adjustable Pedals Climate Controls (Battery) Airbag System (Ignition) Amplifier Audio System ...
Owner's Manual
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... equipped). If necessary, replace filter. Inspect engine cooling system. See footnote (c). Inspect wiper blades. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-20. See footnote (j). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18. Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed . Inspect suspension and steering...
... equipped). If necessary, replace filter. Inspect engine cooling system. See footnote (c). Inspect wiper blades. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-20. See footnote (j). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18. Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed . Inspect suspension and steering...
Owner's Manual
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We, however, urge that are cracked, swollen, or deteriorated. Clean the windshield and wiper blades, if contaminated. See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 5-59 and Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades on 2500 series vehicles require lubrication but should not be lubricated unless their..., leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect all recommended maintenance services be performed at least once a year. (d) Inspect wiper blades for leaks. (c) Visually inspect hoses and have it repaired. replace with genuine parts as needed. Environmental Protection Agency or the...
We, however, urge that are cracked, swollen, or deteriorated. Clean the windshield and wiper blades, if contaminated. See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 5-59 and Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades on 2500 series vehicles require lubrication but should not be lubricated unless their..., leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect all recommended maintenance services be performed at least once a year. (d) Inspect wiper blades for leaks. (c) Visually inspect hoses and have it repaired. replace with genuine parts as needed. Environmental Protection Agency or the...
Owner's Manual
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Appearance Care (cont.) Washing Your Vehicle ...5-110 Weatherstrips ...5-109 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ...5-111 Ashtray ...3-21 Assistance Program, Roadside ...7-7 Audio System ...3-83 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ...3-138 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual ...3-115 Setting the Clock ...3-...
Appearance Care (cont.) Washing Your Vehicle ...5-110 Weatherstrips ...5-109 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ...5-111 Ashtray ...3-21 Assistance Program, Roadside ...7-7 Audio System ...3-83 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ...3-138 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual ...3-115 Setting the Clock ...3-...
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... Care ...5-110 Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces ...5-109 Interior ...5-106 Leather ...5-108 Tires ...5-112 Underbody Maintenance ...5-113 Washing Your Vehicle ...5-110 Weatherstrips ...5-109 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ...5-111 3
... Care ...5-110 Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces ...5-109 Interior ...5-106 Leather ...5-108 Tires ...5-112 Underbody Maintenance ...5-113 Washing Your Vehicle ...5-110 Weatherstrips ...5-109 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ...5-111 3
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... ...5-118 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...5-115 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-116 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-115 Underhood Fuse Block ...5-119 Electrical System (cont.) Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-115 Electronic Immobilizer PASS-Key® III+ ...2-24 Electronic Immobilizer Operation PASS-Key® III+ ...2-24 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-20 Check and Service...
... ...5-118 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...5-115 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-116 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-115 Underhood Fuse Block ...5-119 Electrical System (cont.) Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-115 Electronic Immobilizer PASS-Key® III+ ...2-24 Electronic Immobilizer Operation PASS-Key® III+ ...2-24 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-20 Check and Service...
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... ...3-8 Flat Tire ...5-85 Flat Tire, Changing ...5-86 Flat Tire, Storing ...5-102 Fluid Automatic Transmission ...5-22, 5-25 Power Steering ...5-38 Windshield Washer ...5-39 Fog Lamps Bulb Replacement ...3-17 Light ...3-49 Four-Wheel Drive ...2-40, 5-51 Front Axle ...5-52 Fuel ...5-5 Additives ...5-6 ... Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-118 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...5-115 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-116 Underhood Fuse Block ...5-119 Windshield Wiper ...5-115 G Gages Engine Coolant Temperature ...3-42 Fuel ...3-50 Oil Pressure ...3-46 Speedometer ...3-36 Tachometer ...3-36 Trip Odometer ...
... ...3-8 Flat Tire ...5-85 Flat Tire, Changing ...5-86 Flat Tire, Storing ...5-102 Fluid Automatic Transmission ...5-22, 5-25 Power Steering ...5-38 Windshield Washer ...5-39 Fog Lamps Bulb Replacement ...3-17 Light ...3-49 Four-Wheel Drive ...2-40, 5-51 Front Axle ...5-52 Fuel ...5-5 Additives ...5-6 ... Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-118 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...5-115 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-116 Underhood Fuse Block ...5-119 Windshield Wiper ...5-115 G Gages Engine Coolant Temperature ...3-42 Fuel ...3-50 Oil Pressure ...3-46 Speedometer ...3-36 Tachometer ...3-36 Trip Odometer ...