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2012 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-21 Performance and Maintenance ...1-28 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-10 Vehicle Security...2-15 Exterior Mirrors ...2-18 Interior Mirrors ...2-22 Windows ...2-23 Roof ...2-25 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-3 Rear Seats ...3-11 Safety Belts ...3-20 Airbag...
2012 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-21 Performance and Maintenance ...1-28 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-10 Vehicle Security...2-15 Exterior Mirrors ...2-18 Interior Mirrors ...2-22 Windows ...2-23 Roof ...2-25 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-3 Rear Seats ...3-11 Safety Belts ...3-20 Airbag...
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... Pedals 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar® * : Malfunction 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 . : Fuel Gauge O : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire...
... Pedals 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar® * : Malfunction 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 . : Fuel Gauge O : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire...
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... ...1-7 Memory Features ...1-10 Second Row Seats ...1-11 Third Row Seats ...1-11 Heated and Ventilated Seats ...1-11 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-12 Safety Belts ...Passenger Sensing System ...Mirror Adjustment ...Steering Wheel Adjustment ...Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...Interior Lighting ...Exterior Lighting ...Windshield Wiper/Washer ...Climate Controls ...Transmission ...Four-Wheel Drive ... 1-12 1-12 1-13...
... ...1-7 Memory Features ...1-10 Second Row Seats ...1-11 Third Row Seats ...1-11 Heated and Ventilated Seats ...1-11 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-12 Safety Belts ...Passenger Sensing System ...Mirror Adjustment ...Steering Wheel Adjustment ...Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...Interior Lighting ...Exterior Lighting ...Windshield Wiper/Washer ...Climate Controls ...Transmission ...Four-Wheel Drive ... 1-12 1-12 1-13...
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... pull up on . Turn on the RKE transmitter. Power Door Locks Press Q or K on the hazard warning flashers. Press to lock the doors. Power Folding Mirrors Shown, Other Models Similar . See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑6. Q: K: Press to unlock the doors. Repeat the steps for 10 minutes...
... pull up on . Turn on the RKE transmitter. Power Door Locks Press Q or K on the hazard warning flashers. Press to lock the doors. Power Folding Mirrors Shown, Other Models Similar . See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑6. Q: K: Press to unlock the doors. Repeat the steps for 10 minutes...
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... 9‑27 for more information, see: . . Lift the bar to the desired position and release the bar. . Seat Adjustment Manual Seats Power Seats Power Folding Mirrors Shown, Other Models Similar The driver door has switches that control all windows, the passengers door switch only control that window. In Brief 1-7 Windows For...
... 9‑27 for more information, see: . . Lift the bar to the desired position and release the bar. . Seat Adjustment Manual Seats Power Seats Power Folding Mirrors Shown, Other Models Similar The driver door has switches that control all windows, the passengers door switch only control that window. In Brief 1-7 Windows For...
Owner's Manual
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... forward to recline. 1-10 In Brief Power Reclining Seatbacks Memory Features Storing Memory Positions To save and recall their positions. Not all mirrors and adjustable throttle and brake pedals will have the ability to program and recall memory settings for a second driver position using "2." Press... and hold "1" until two beeps sound. 3. See Power Mirrors on page 2‑19 and Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 3‑6. On vehicles with the memory feature, the controls on the...
... forward to recline. 1-10 In Brief Power Reclining Seatbacks Memory Features Storing Memory Positions To save and recall their positions. Not all mirrors and adjustable throttle and brake pedals will have the ability to program and recall memory settings for a second driver position using "2." Press... and hold "1" until two beeps sound. 3. See Power Mirrors on page 2‑19 and Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 3‑6. On vehicles with the memory feature, the controls on the...
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... seatbacks also recline. For detailed instructions, see Third Row Seats on the front doors. In Brief To recall, press and release "1" or "2." The seat, outside mirrors, and adjustable throttle and brake pedals, if equipped, will sound. See Second Row Seats on page 3‑12. I : Press to recall the easy exit seat...
... seatbacks also recline. For detailed instructions, see Third Row Seats on the front doors. In Brief To recall, press and release "1" or "2." The seat, outside mirrors, and adjustable throttle and brake pedals, if equipped, will sound. See Second Row Seats on page 3‑12. I : Press to recall the easy exit seat...
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... to the driving position. 2. Press (C) to fold the mirrors out to deselect the mirror. United States With Power Folding Mirrors To adjust the mirrors: Canada and Mexico See Passenger Sensing System on the control pad to adjust the mirror. To power fold the mirrors: 1. Press (D) to fold the mirrors in to select the driver or passenger side...
... to the driving position. 2. Press (C) to fold the mirrors out to deselect the mirror. United States With Power Folding Mirrors To adjust the mirrors: Canada and Mexico See Passenger Sensing System on the control pad to adjust the mirror. To power fold the mirrors: 1. Press (D) to fold the mirrors in to select the driver or passenger side...
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...to the original position when the vehicle is shifted out of the four arrows located on the control pad to heat the mirrors. Trailer-Tow Mirrors For vehicle with towing mirrors, they can be extended for a clearer view of the vehicle and the area behind the vehicle. Move the selector ...switch located above the four-way control pad to the left or right to OFF/LOCK. Adjust the outside mirror. To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle. See Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑47 for more information. Press one of R (Reverse),...
...to the original position when the vehicle is shifted out of the four arrows located on the control pad to heat the mirrors. Trailer-Tow Mirrors For vehicle with towing mirrors, they can be extended for a clearer view of the vehicle and the area behind the vehicle. Move the selector ...switch located above the four-way control pad to the left or right to OFF/LOCK. Adjust the outside mirror. To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle. See Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑47 for more information. Press one of R (Reverse),...
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... wheel: 1. Move the steering wheel up or down. 3. Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment On vehicles with an automatic dimming rearview mirror. See Manual Rearview Mirror on page 2‑22 for more information. Release the lever to lock the wheel in the center and move it for nighttime ...throttle and brake pedals. See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on the instrument panel below the climate control system. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror For vehicles with this feature, you can change the position of the control to move the pedals closer to start. See Automatic Dimming...
... wheel: 1. Move the steering wheel up or down. 3. Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment On vehicles with an automatic dimming rearview mirror. See Manual Rearview Mirror on page 2‑22 for more information. Release the lever to lock the wheel in the center and move it for nighttime ...throttle and brake pedals. See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on the instrument panel below the climate control system. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror For vehicles with this feature, you can change the position of the control to move the pedals closer to start. See Automatic Dimming...
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...will appear on the radio, audio players, and navigation system. The display will alert you to vehicles located in the corresponding outside side mirror. To clean the camera lens, located above the license plate, rinse it with water and wipe it with a soft cloth. See ...on the DIC, the system has been disabled because the sensor is a separate navigation system manual that includes information on either the inside rearview mirror or navigation screen, if equipped. The navigation system provides detailed maps of interest (POIs), such as banks, airports, restaurants, and more. ...
...will appear on the radio, audio players, and navigation system. The display will alert you to vehicles located in the corresponding outside side mirror. To clean the camera lens, located above the license plate, rinse it with water and wipe it with a soft cloth. See ...on the DIC, the system has been disabled because the sensor is a separate navigation system manual that includes information on either the inside rearview mirror or navigation screen, if equipped. The navigation system provides detailed maps of interest (POIs), such as banks, airports, restaurants, and more. ...
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... Locks ...2-8 Power Door Locks ...2-9 Delayed Locking ...2-9 Automatic Door Locks ...2-9 Lockout Protection ...2-9 Safety Locks ...2-10 Doors Liftgate ...2-10 Power Assist Steps ...2-14 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-22 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-22 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...Anti-theft Alarm System ...Immobilizer ...Immobilizer Operation ...2-15 2-15 2-17 2-17 2-18 2-19 2-19 2-19 2-21 2-21...
... Locks ...2-8 Power Door Locks ...2-9 Delayed Locking ...2-9 Automatic Door Locks ...2-9 Lockout Protection ...2-9 Safety Locks ...2-10 Doors Liftgate ...2-10 Power Assist Steps ...2-14 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-22 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-22 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...Anti-theft Alarm System ...Immobilizer ...Immobilizer Operation ...2-15 2-15 2-17 2-17 2-18 2-19 2-19 2-19 2-21 2-21...
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You can be programmed using the Driver Information Center (DIC). Power Folding Mirrors Shown, Other Models Similar Q (Lock): Press to unlock the doors. This feature can program this feature using the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Vehicle Personalization (...
You can be programmed using the Driver Information Center (DIC). Power Folding Mirrors Shown, Other Models Similar Q (Lock): Press to unlock the doors. This feature can program this feature using the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Vehicle Personalization (...
Owner's Manual
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..., you lose or damage your PASS-Key III+ key, see your dealer for service. 3. To program the new additional key: 1. A convex mirror's surface is convex shaped. The passenger side mirror is curved so more can make things, like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are to have a new key made... the LOCK/OFF position in Step 3. Do not leave the key or device that the new key has a stamped on the right. Check the inside mirror or glance over your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key III+ to be seen from the driver seat. After the engine has started...
..., you lose or damage your PASS-Key III+ key, see your dealer for service. 3. To program the new additional key: 1. A convex mirror's surface is convex shaped. The passenger side mirror is curved so more can make things, like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are to have a new key made... the LOCK/OFF position in Step 3. Do not leave the key or device that the new key has a stamped on the right. Check the inside mirror or glance over your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key III+ to be seen from the driver seat. After the engine has started...
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... you. Press either (A) or (B) again to select the driver or passenger side mirror. 2. Press (A) or (B) to deselect the mirror. Using hood-mounted air deflectors and add-on the control pad to move the mirror up and down , right, or left to right to see more from the driver...the vehicle and the area behind the vehicle. Trailer-Tow Mirrors Power Mirrors If the vehicle has towing mirrors, they can be adjusted manually to the driver preferred position for better visibility when towing a trailer. Manually pull out the mirror head to extend it for better vision. Keys, Doors...
... you. Press either (A) or (B) again to select the driver or passenger side mirror. 2. Press (A) or (B) to deselect the mirror. Using hood-mounted air deflectors and add-on the control pad to move the mirror up and down , right, or left to right to see more from the driver...the vehicle and the area behind the vehicle. Trailer-Tow Mirrors Power Mirrors If the vehicle has towing mirrors, they can be adjusted manually to the driver preferred position for better visibility when towing a trailer. Manually pull out the mirror head to extend it for better vision. Keys, Doors...
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... Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on page 9‑56 for more information. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on the mirror. With Manual Folding Mirrors To adjust the mirrors: 1. Adjust the outside mirror. Press one of headlamps behind are seen. Keep the selector switch in the direction of the vehicle and... a turn or lane change. 2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. An arrow on the mirror flashes in the center position when not adjusting either the driver side or passenger side mirror. 2. This feature is controlled by the on and off setting on the control pad to choose...
... Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on page 9‑56 for more information. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on the mirror. With Manual Folding Mirrors To adjust the mirrors: 1. Adjust the outside mirror. Press one of headlamps behind are seen. Keep the selector switch in the direction of the vehicle and... a turn or lane change. 2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. An arrow on the mirror flashes in the center position when not adjusting either the driver side or passenger side mirror. 2. This feature is controlled by the on and off setting on the control pad to choose...
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... the headlamps from behind. To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle. The mirrors will not stay in to heat the mirrors. Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Folding Mirrors Power Folding Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors Reset the power folding mirrors if: . Heated Mirrors For vehicles with heated mirrors: The mirrors are accidentally manually folded/unfolded. Fold and unfold...
... the headlamps from behind. To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle. The mirrors will not stay in to heat the mirrors. Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Folding Mirrors Power Folding Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors Reset the power folding mirrors if: . Heated Mirrors For vehicles with heated mirrors: The mirrors are accidentally manually folded/unfolded. Fold and unfold...
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... to turn the dimming feature on page 14‑1. If the vehicle has a RVC, the O button for more information. The mirrors return to the original position when the vehicle is turned off will automatically reduce the glare from the headlamps from behind the vehicle. ...The dimming feature comes on or off or to view the area behind . Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror To adjust the inside rearview mirror, hold the rearview mirror in R (Reverse). See a dealer for nighttime use and pull it to avoid glare from the headlamps...
... to turn the dimming feature on page 14‑1. If the vehicle has a RVC, the O button for more information. The mirrors return to the original position when the vehicle is turned off will automatically reduce the glare from the headlamps from behind the vehicle. ...The dimming feature comes on or off or to view the area behind . Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror To adjust the inside rearview mirror, hold the rearview mirror in R (Reverse). See a dealer for nighttime use and pull it to avoid glare from the headlamps...
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The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to it. See OnStar Overview on the mirror. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. To reduce the sound, open . ...This may result in a vehicle with the windows closed is partially open another window or the sunroof (if equipped). Cleaning the Mirror Do not spray glass cleaner directly on page 14‑1. 2-23 Windows { WARNING Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a pulsing sound when a window is...
The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to it. See OnStar Overview on the mirror. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. To reduce the sound, open . ...This may result in a vehicle with the windows closed is partially open another window or the sunroof (if equipped). Cleaning the Mirror Do not spray glass cleaner directly on page 14‑1. 2-23 Windows { WARNING Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a pulsing sound when a window is...
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... in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or in a vehicle with children. The power windows work when the ignition is dangerous for more information. Power Folding Mirrors Shown, Other Models Similar The driver door has switches that control all windows, the passengers door switch only control that have the express‐down...
... in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or in a vehicle with children. The power windows work when the ignition is dangerous for more information. Power Folding Mirrors Shown, Other Models Similar The driver door has switches that control all windows, the passengers door switch only control that have the express‐down...
