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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010
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
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-57
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-84
Restraint System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-101
Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Doors and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-54
Object Detection Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-58
Universal Home Remote System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-68
Storage Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-75
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-79
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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

Summary of content (614 pages)

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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (1,1) 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 . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (2,1) 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual M Service and Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6 Checking Things Under the Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14 Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (3,1) Canadian Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from: On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and the names TAHOE, SUBURBAN, and Z71 are registered trademarks of General Motors LLC.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (4,1) Safety Warnings and Symbols A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do Not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.” Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them. Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death. Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the Index. 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar® $ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps Black plate (5,1) # : Fog Lamps .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 2 NOTES vi Black plate (6,1)
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (1,1) Section 1 Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Instrument Panel United States version shown; Canada similar 1-2 Black plate (2,1)
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (3,1) A. Outlet Adjustment on page 4‑27. N. Cruise Control on page 4‑8. B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 4‑4. O. Tilt Wheel on page 4‑3. C. Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4‑31. P. Horn on page 4‑3. D. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4‑3. Q. Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4‑140. E. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 3‑33. R.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle. For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The RKE transmitter is used to remotely lock and unlock the doors from up to 60 m (195 feet) away from the vehicle. Press K to unlock the driver door.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Starting the Vehicle 1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle. 2. Press Q. 3. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold / until the turn signal lamps flash. When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on. The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a 10-minute time extension.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Liftgate Power Liftgate Black plate (6,1) There are several ways to open and close the power liftgate: . Press and hold & on the RKE transmitter until the liftgate starts moving. . Press & on the overhead console inside the vehicle. . Press the touchpad switch (B) on the outside liftgate handle to open. . Press the close. l button next to the liftgate latch to To disable the power liftgate function, press OFF on the overhead console.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Windows Black plate (7,1) Seat Adjustment The power window switches are located on the driver door. In addition, each passenger door has a switch for its own window. Front Seats Manual Seats If the vehicle has a manual seat, it can be moved forward or rearward. 1. Lift the bar to unlock the seat. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar. Press the switch to lower the window. Pull the switch up to raise it. For more information, see: .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Power Seats Black plate (8,1) Manual Lumbar If equipped, this control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Increase or decrease lumbar support by turning the knob forward or rearward. If equipped, the power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the front seats. Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Power Lumbar Black plate (9,1) On vehicles with two-way lumbar, press and hold the top of the control to increase lumbar support. To decrease, press and hold the bottom of the control. On vehicles with four-way lumbar, press and hold the front of the control to increase lumbar support. To decrease, press and hold the rear of the control. To raise the height of the support, press and hold the top of the control.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (10,1) Manual Reclining Seatbacks Power Reclining Seatbacks If equipped, this control is located on the outboard side of the seat. If available, this control is located on the outboard side of the seat. To recline the seatback: 1. Lift the recline lever. To recline the seatback, tilt the top of the control rearward. 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (11,1) Memory Features Second Row Seats This vehicle may have the memory package. If the vehicle has a 60/40 split bench or buckets seats, the seat(s) can be folded for additional cargo space or folded and tumbled for easy entry and exit to the third row seats, if the vehicle has them. If the vehicle has bucket seats, the seatbacks can be also be reclined.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Heated Seats Black plate (12,1) Rear Seats Front Seats On vehicles with heated front seats, or heated and cooled front seats, the controls are located on the driver and passenger doors. { (If Equipped): Press to cool the entire seat. + : Press to heat the seatback only. z : Press to heat the seat and seatback.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Safety Belt Black plate (13,1) Sensing System for Passenger Airbag The passenger sensing system, if equipped, will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbags, seat‐mounted side impact airbags, if equipped, and roof‐rail airbags are not affected by this.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors Vehicles with manual outside mirrors can be adjusted so that the side of the vehicle and the area behind are seen. Black plate (14,1) Vehicles with outside power mirrors and foldaway mirrors have controls located on the driver door. If the vehicle has towing mirrors, they can be adjusted for a clearer view of the objects behind you. Manually pull out the mirror head to extend it for better visibility when towing a trailer.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (15,1) Power Foldaway Mirrors Interior Mirror To fold the mirrors: Vehicles with a manual rearview mirror can be adjusted to see clearly behind the vehicle. Hold the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. To reduce headlamp glare during nighttime use, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use. 1. Press (C) to fold the mirrors out to the driving position. 2.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Steering Wheel Adjustment Black plate (16,1) Interior Lighting Dome Lamps The dome lamps come on when any door is opened. They turn off after all the doors are closed. The dome lamps can also be turned on by turning the instrument panel brightness knob, located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column, clockwise to the farthest position. In this position, the dome lamps remain on whether a door is opened or closed.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Reading Lamps For vehicles with reading lamps in the overhead console, press the button located next to the lamp to turn it on or off. The vehicle may also have reading lamps in other locations. The lamps cannot be adjusted. For more information about interior lamps, see: . Dome Lamps on page 4‑14. . Reading Lamps on page 4‑15. . Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4‑14.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Windshield Wiper/Washer Black plate (18,1) 6: Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. ] : Slow wipes. ? : Fast wipes. L (Washer Fluid): Push the paddle at the top of the lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield. See Windshield Wipers on page 4‑6 and Windshield Washer on page 4‑6. 8: Single wipe, turn to 8, then release. Several wipes, hold the band on 8 longer. 9: 1-18 Turns the windshield wipers off.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (19,1) Climate Controls The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with these systems. If this vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. A. Fan Control A. Fan Control E. Air Conditioning B. REAR F. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls C. Air Recirculation D. Air Delivery Mode Control G. Rear Window Defogger H. Display B. AUTO I. Power Button C. Defrost D.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 See Climate Control System on page 4‑18 and Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 4‑21. For vehicles with rear heating and air conditioning controls, see Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System on page 4‑27 and Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls on page 4‑28. Transmission Range Selection Mode Black plate (20,1) current range will appear next to the M.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (21,1) 2 m (Two-Wheel-Drive High): This setting is used for driving in most street and highway situations. Automatic Transfer Case AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Drive): This setting is ideal for use when road surface traction conditions are variable. 4 m (Four-Wheel High): Use the Four-Wheel-Drive High position when extra traction is needed, such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off-road situations.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Vehicle Features Radio(s) Black plate (22,1) 4: Press to display additional text information related to the current FM-RDS or XM station; or CD, MP3 or WMA song. If information is available during XM, CD, MP3 or WMA playback, the song title information displays on the top line of the display and artist information displays on the bottom line. When information is not available, “NO INFO” displays.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (23,1) Setting the Clock A fee is required to receive the XM service. To set the time and date for the radio with CD, DVD, and USB Port: For more information, refer to: 1. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/ RUN, then press O, to turn the radio on. 2. Press H to display HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY (hour, minute, month, day, and year). 3. Press the softkey located under any one of the labels to be changed. 4.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Steering Wheel Controls For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. Black plate (24,1) ¨ : Press to seek the next radio station, the next track or chapter while sourced to the CD or DVD slot, or to select tracks and folders on an iPod® or USB device. For more information, see Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4‑140.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Navigation System Black plate (25,1) Cruise Control The vehicle's navigation system (if equipped) provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads throughout the United States and Canada. After a destination has been set, the system provides turn-by-turn instructions for reaching the destination. In addition, the system can help locate a variety of points of interest (POI), such as banks, airports, restaurants, and more.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (26,1) Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) Rear Vision Camera (RVC) This feature may alert you to vehicles located in your side blind zone. When the system detects a vehicle in the side blind zone, an amber SBZA display will light up in the corresponding outside side mirror.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Power Outlets Black plate (27,1) Universal Remote System Accessory power outlets can be used to connect auxiliary electrical equipment, such as a cellular telephone. There are two under the climate controls, one inside the center floor console, one on the rear of the center floor console and one accessory power outlet in the rear cargo area on the passenger side. The accessory power outlets are powered, even with the ignition off.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Sunroof There are two sunroof switches located in the overhead console above the rearview mirror. Black plate (28,1) The sunroof also has a sunshade that you can pull forward to block the rays of the sun. The sunshade must be opened and closed manually. See Sunroof on page 3‑79. Performance and Maintenance StabiliTrak® System Vent: From the closed position, press the rear of the passenger side switch to vent the sunroof.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (29,1) Tire Pressure Monitor Engine Oil Life System This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and, on most vehicles, displays a DIC message when it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (30,1) Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) Roadside Assistance Program Vehicles that have the 5.3L V8 engine (VIN Code 0), the 5.3L V8 engine (VIN Code 3), the 6.0L V8 engine (VIN Code J), or the 6.2L V8 engine (VIN Code 2) have a yellow fuel cap and can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). See Gasoline Octane on page 6‑7 and Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on page 6‑9. U.S.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 OnStar® OnStar® uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide a wide range of safety, security, navigation, diagnostics, and calling services. Automatic Crash Response In a crash, built in sensors can automatically alert an OnStar advisor who is immediately connected to the vehicle to see if you need help.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 The OnStar system can record and transmit vehicle information. This information is automatically sent to an OnStar call center when Q is pressed, ] is pressed, or if the airbags or ACR system deploy. This information usually includes the vehicle's GPS location and, in the event of a crash, additional information regarding the crash that the vehicle was involved in (e.g. the direction from which the vehicle was hit).
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Section 2 Black plate (1,1) Seats and Restraint System Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Manual Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Power Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Manual Lumbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Section 2 Black plate (2,1) Seats and Restraint System Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-84 Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-87 When Should an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-90 What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-91 How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (3,1) Head Restraints The front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. { WARNING: With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (4,1) Push down on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. The head restraints are not designed to be removed. The rear seat has headrests that can be adjusted up and down. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the restraint down.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Front Seats Manual Seats { WARNING: Black plate (5,1) If the vehicle has a manual seat, it can be moved forward or rearward. 1. Lift the bar to unlock the seat. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar. You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Power Seats Black plate (6,1) Your vehicle may have additional features to adjust your vehicle's power seat: . Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down. . Raise or lower the rear part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the control up or down. . Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire control up or down.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Manual Lumbar Black plate (7,1) Power Lumbar On vehicles with this feature the control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Increase or decrease lumbar support by turning the knob forward or rearward. On seats with power lumbar, the controls used to operate this feature are located on the outboard side of the seats. This vehicle may have 2–way lumbar. . To increase lumbar support, press and hold the top of the control. .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 The vehicle may have 4–way lumbar. . To increase lumbar support, press and hold the front of the control. . To decrease lumbar support, press and hold the rear of the control. . To raise the height of the lumbar support, press and hold the top of the control. . To lower the height of the lumbar support, press and hold the bottom of the control. Release the control when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of lumbar support.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 The light on the button will come on to indicate that the feature is working. Press the button to cycle through the temperature settings of high, medium, and low and to turn the heat to the seat off. Indicator lights will show the level of heat selected: three for high, two for medium, and one for low. The heated seats will be canceled 10 seconds after the ignition is turned off.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Memory Seat, Mirrors, and Pedals Your vehicle may have the memory package. The controls for this feature are located on the driver's door panel, and are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver's seat, outside mirrors, and the adjustable throttle and brake pedal. Black plate (10,1) To save seating positions in memory: 1. Adjust the driver's seatback recliner, both outside mirrors, and the throttle and brake pedals to a comfortable position.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 If you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to enter your vehicle and the remote recall memory feature is on, automatic seat, adjustable mirror, and adjustable pedal movements will occur. See “MEMORY SEAT RECALL” under DIC Vehicle Customization (With DIC Buttons) on page 4‑73 for more information. To stop recall movement of the memory function at any time, press one of the power seat controls, memory buttons, power mirror buttons, or adjustable pedal switch.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Reclining Seatbacks { WARNING: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving. 2-12 Black plate (12,1) { WARNING: If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (13,1) { WARNING: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt cannot do its job either. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Manual Reclining Seatbacks On seats with manual reclining seatbacks, the lever used to operate them is located on the outboard side of the seat(s). Black plate (14,1) To recline the seatback: 1. Lift the recline lever. 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. To return the seatback to an upright position, do the following: 1.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Power Reclining Seatbacks Black plate (15,1) If the seats have power reclining seatbacks, the control used to recline them is located on the outboard side of the seat behind the power seat control. . To recline the seatback, tilt the top of the control rearward. . To bring the seatback forward, tilt the top of the control forward. Do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. Center Seat Your vehicle may have a front center seat.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (16,1) Rear Seats M (Heated Seat): To heat the seat cushion, press the button with the heated seat symbol. Heated Seats A heated seat symbol will be shown in the RSA display to indicate that the feature is on. Press the button to cycle through the temperature settings of high, medium, and low, and to turn it off. Indicator bars next to the symbol will designate the level of heat selected: three for high, two for medium, and one for low.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (17,1) Manual Fold and Tumble Feature Folding and Tumbling the Seat(s) To fold and tumble the seat: 1. Make sure that there is nothing under, in front of, or on the seat. Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat. 2.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (18,1) 3. Lift the same lever again to release the rear of the seat from the floor. The seat will tumble forward. The seatback will fold forward automatically. Leaving the seatback in this position creates a flat load floor. If the seatback cannot fold flat, try moving the front seat forward and/or put the front seatback in the upright position.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (19,1) Folding and Tumbling the Seat(s) from the Third Row Seats { WARNING: Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded, or folded and tumbled, could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place. To fold and tumble the seat from the third rows, if your vehicle has them: 1.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Automatic Seat Release Fold and Tumble Feature The transmission must be in (P) for this feature to work. { WARNING: Automatically folding and tumbling the seat when someone is sitting in the seat, could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always make sure there is no one sitting in the seat before pressing the automatic seat release button.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 2. Press the automatic seat release button located on the panel behind the rear doors. Driver's Side Rear Panel Button shown One press of the button automatically folds the seatback flat and tumbles the seat forward. There will be a slight delay between the folding of the seatback and the tumbling of the seat. Returning the Seat(s) to the Sitting Position To return the seat to the sitting position: 1. Pull the seat down until it latches to the floor.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (22,1) Bucket Seats Reclining Seatbacks If your vehicle has bucket seats, the seatbacks can be reclined, the seats can be folded for additional cargo space, or folded and tumbled for easy entry and exit to the third row seats, if your vehicle has them. These seats will have either the manual fold and tumble feature or the automatic seat release fold and tumble feature. To recline the seatback, do the following: 1.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 To return the seatback to an upright position, do the following: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position. Black plate (23,1) Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (24,1) 3. Lift the lever again to release the rear of the seat from the floor. The seat will tumble forward. The seatback will fold forward. Leaving the seatback in this position creates a flat load floor. If the seatback cannot fold flat, try moving the front seat forward and/or put the front seatback in the upright position.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Folding and Tumbling the Seat(s) from the Third Row Seats { WARNING: Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded, or folded and tumbled, could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place. Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Automatic Seat Release Fold and Tumble Feature The transmission must be in (P) for this feature to work. { WARNING: Automatically folding and tumbling the seat when someone is sitting in the seat, could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always make sure there is no one sitting in the seat before pressing the automatic seat release button.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 2. Press the automatic seat release button located on the panel behind the rear doors. Black plate (27,1) Returning the Seat(s) to the Sitting Position To return the seat to the sitting position, do the following: 1. Pull the seat down until it latches to the floor. The seatback cannot be raised if the seat is not latched to the floor.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Third Row Seat If the vehicle has a third row seat, the seatback(s) can be folded and the entire seat can be tumbled, or removed from the vehicle. Folding the Seatback(s) To fold the seatback, do the following: 1. Open the liftgate to access the controls for the seat. 2. Remove all items on the seat cushion. Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Returning the Seatback(s) to the Upright Position To return the seatback to the upright position, do the following: Black plate (29,1) Tumbling the Third Row Seat The seat can be tumbled forward for additional cargo space. To tumble the seat, do the following: 1. Open the liftgate to access the controls for the seat. 1. Open the liftgate to access the controls for the seat. 2. Pull up on the seatback until it locks into the upright position. 2.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 4. Unlatch the seat from the floor by lifting the lever located next to the carrying handle on the rear of the seat near the bottom. Black plate (30,1) Returning the Third Row Seat from a Tumbled Position To return the seat to the normal seating position, do the following: 1. Open the liftgate to access the controls for the seat. 2. Make sure there is nothing that could become trapped under the seat. 5. Lift the rear of the seat up from the floor. 6.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 4. Pull the seat down until it latches to the floor. The seatback cannot be raised if the seat is not latched to the floor. 5. Pull up on the seatback until it locks into the upright position. { WARNING: If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Installing the Third Row Seat To install the seat, do the following: 1. Open the liftgate to access the rear of the vehicle. 2. Slide the front outboard seat wheels into the track on the floor and roll the seat forward. The front latches should lock into place. If the latches do not lock, try tilting the rear of the seat upward slightly. 3. Lower the rear of the seat and push down on the seat to engage the rear floor latches.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Safety Belts Black plate (33,1) { WARNING: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts. { WARNING: Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger(s) are not wearing safety belts, the injuries can be much worse.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts. Here is why: You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a serious one. Black plate (34,1) Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person would not survive. But most crashes are in between.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Put someone on it. Black plate (35,1) Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 2-36 Black plate (36,1) or the instrument panel...
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (37,1) Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt? A: You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted. And you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you are upside down.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Q: If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in a crash — even one that is not your fault — you and your passenger(s) can be hurt. Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (39,1) If you slid under it, the belt would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash. Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (40,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit snugly against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give as much protection this way.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (41,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. A: The lap belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (42,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not on the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. A: The belt is buckled in the wrong buckle.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (43,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries. Be sure the belt goes under the armrests. A: The belt is over an armrest.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (44,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (45,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. You might also slide under the lap belt. The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (46,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. A: The belt is twisted across the body.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (47,1) Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt except for the center front passenger position, if equipped, which has a lap belt. See Lap Belt on page 2‑55 for more information. The lap‐shoulder belts for the first and second row seating positions are equipped with free‐falling latch plates. If the vehicle has a third row, the lap‐shoulder belts have either free‐falling or cinching latch plates.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (48,1) 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt with a free‐falling latch plate is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature may be engaged.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (49,1) 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See “Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment” later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information. 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. If you find that the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle, see if you are using the correct buckle. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (50,1) Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger positions. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on the shoulder. The belt should be away from the face and neck, but not falling off the shoulder. Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Squeeze the buttons (A) on the sides of the height adjuster and move the height adjuster to the desired position. Black plate (51,1) if the vehicle has side impact airbags, safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a side crash or a rollover event. Pretensioners work only once. If the pretensioners activate in a crash, they will need to be replaced, and probably other new parts for the vehicle's safety belt system.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (52,1) There is one guide, if equipped, for each outside passenger position in the second row seat and the third row, if the vehicle has one. Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt: Third Row If your vehicle has a third row, remove the guide from its storage pocket on the side of the seat. Second Row 1. For the second row, remove the guide from its storage clip on the interior body.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 2. Place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. Black plate (53,1) 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (54,1) { WARNING: A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. 4. Buckle, position, and release the safety belt as described previously in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (55,1) Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Lap Belt Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts. This part is only for the lap belt. To learn how to wear a lap-shoulder belt, see Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 2‑47.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (56,1) Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer will order you an extender. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. To help avoid personal injury, do not let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit. The extender has been designed for adults.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Child Restraints Black plate (57,1) . Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder? If yes, continue. If no, try using the rear safety belt comfort guide. See “Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 2‑47 for more information. If the shoulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder, then return to the booster seat. . Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips, touching the thighs? If yes, continue.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Also see “Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 2‑47. According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. In a crash, children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older children need to use safety belts properly. { WARNING: Never do this.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (59,1) { WARNING: Never do this. Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. The child might also slide under the lap belt.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (60,1) { WARNING: WARNING: (Continued) Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten. Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts. during a crash. For example, in a crash at only 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) infant will suddenly become a 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's arms.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (61,1) { WARNING: Never do this. Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the right front seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat. It is also better to secure a forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Q: What are the different types of add-on child restraints? A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle's owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child's weight, height, and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 { WARNING: A young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle's regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (64,1) A forward-facing child seat (B) provides restraint for the child's body with the harness. A booster seat (C-D) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle { WARNING: A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle's safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Where to Put the Restraint According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 WARNING: (Continued) Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat. See Passenger Sensing System on page 2‑94 for additional information. Black plate (67,1) Do not use child restraints in the center front seat position.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) Black plate (68,1) Lower Anchors The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving or in a crash. This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier. The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Top Tether Anchor Black plate (69,1) Your child restraint may have a single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (70,1) i (Top Tether Anchor): Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Seating positions with top tether anchors. There is one top tether anchor that can be used for either the third row center or driver side seating position but not both at the same time. j (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors. i (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (71,1) Second Row Seat — Bucket Second Row Seat — 60/40 For models with bucket second row seating, the top tether anchors are located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion for each seating position in the second row. Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (72,1) According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 2‑66 for additional information.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 { WARNING: Do not attach more than one child restraint to a single anchor. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash. A child or others could be injured. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash, attach only one child restraint per anchor.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor, if the vehicle has one. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps: 2. 1. Find the top tether anchor. Black plate (74,1) If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether over the seatback. 2. 2.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, raise the headrest or head restraint and route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts. 3. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. Black plate (76,1) Use the following pictures to determine the latch plate style: If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (77,1) Cinching Latch Plate 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. For third row seating positions, with cinching latch plates, tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. 2-78 Black plate (78,1) 4. For passenger seating positions with a lap‐ shoulder belt and a free‐falling latch plate, pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (79,1) 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 2‑68 for more information. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position Black plate (80,1) A label on the sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. { WARNING: { WARNING: A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the frontal airbags if they inflate. Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 WARNING: (Continued) Even if the passenger sensing system, if equipped, has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag, no system is fail-safe. No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though it is turned off. Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, even if the airbag is off.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. 2-82 Black plate (82,1) 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (83,1) If the vehicle is equipped with the passenger sensing system, and when the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag, the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 4‑34.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Airbag System The vehicle has the following airbags: . A frontal airbag for the driver. . A frontal airbag for the right front passenger. . A roof-rail airbag for the driver and passenger directly behind the driver. . A roof-rail airbag for the right front passenger and the person seated directly behind that passenger. The vehicle may have the following airbags: . A seat‐mounted side impact airbag for the driver. .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: { WARNING: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt — even if you have airbags. Airbags are designed to work with safety belts, but do not replace them. Also, airbags are not designed to deploy in every crash. In some crashes safety belts are your only restraint. See When Should an Airbag Inflate? on page 2‑90.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 { WARNING: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide. Always secure children properly in your vehicle.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (87,1) Where Are the Airbags? The driver frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (88,1) Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar If the vehicle has seat‐mounted side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger, they are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door. The roof-rail airbags for the driver, right front passenger, and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (89,1) { WARNING: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 When Should an Airbag Inflate? Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver's or right front passenger's head and chest. However, they are only designed to inflate if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 The vehicle may or may not have seat‐mounted side impact airbags. The vehicle has roof-rail airbags. See Airbag System on page 2‑84. Seat‐mounted side impact airbags and roof-rail airbags are intended to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes. In addition, these roof-rail airbags are intended to inflate during a rollover or in a severe frontal impact.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Rollover capable roof-rail airbags are designed to help contain the head and chest of occupants in the outboard seating positions in the first, second, and third rows, if equipped with a third row seat. The rollover capable roof-rail airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of full or partial ejection in rollover events, although no system can prevent all such ejections.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 The vehicle has a feature that may automatically unlock the doors, turn on the interior lamps and hazard warning flashers, and shut off the fuel system after the airbags inflate. You can lock the doors, turn off the interior lamps and hazard warning flashers by using the controls for those features. Black plate (93,1) Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag. . Airbags are designed to inflate only once.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (94,1) Passenger Sensing System If the vehicle has the passenger airbag status indicator pictured in the following illustration, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position. The passenger airbag status indicator, if equipped, is visible on the overhead console when the vehicle is started.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 { WARNING: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 For some children, including children in child restraints, and for very small adults, the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag, depending upon the person's seating posture and body build. Everyone in your vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly — whether or not there is an airbag for that person.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 If the Off Indicator is Lit for an Adult-Size Occupant Black plate (97,1) If this happens, use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and enable the right front passenger frontal airbag: 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Remove any additional material from the seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. 3. Place the seatback in the fully upright position. 4.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Additional Factors Affecting System Operation Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status. See “Safety Belts” and “Child Restraints” in the Index for additional information about the importance of proper restraint use.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around the vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 8‑16.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Q: Is there anything I might add to or change about the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? A: Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle's frame, bumper system, height, front end or side sheet metal, they may keep the airbag system from working properly.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (101,1) Q: Because I have a disability, I have to get my vehicle modified. How can I find out whether this will affect my airbag system? Make sure the safety belt reminder light is working. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 4‑32 for more information. A: If you have questions, call Customer Assistance. The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash { WARNING: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Section 3 Black plate (1,1) Features and Controls Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8 Doors and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Section 3 Black plate (2,1) Features and Controls Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . Outside Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Outside Towing Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Outside Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (3,1) Keys { WARNING: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 See your dealer if a replacement key or additional key is needed. Black plate (4,1) If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range, try this: Notice: If the keys get locked in the vehicle, it may have to be damaged to get them out. Always carry a spare key. . Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle. Stand closer during rainy or snowy weather. If you are locked out of the vehicle, call the Roadside Assistance Center.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (5,1) Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The following functions may be available if your vehicle has the RKE system: The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions work up to 195 feet (60 m) away from the vehicle. For vehicles with this feature, press to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 3‑8 for additional information.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 K (Unlock): Press once to unlock only the driver door. If K is pressed again within three seconds, all remaining doors unlock. The interior lamps may come on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. If enabled through the DIC, the turn signal lamps flash twice to indicate unlocking has occurred. See DIC Vehicle Customization (With DIC Buttons) on page 4‑73.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (7,1) Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer. When the replacement transmitter is programmed to this vehicle, all remaining transmitters must also be reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen transmitters will no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Remote Vehicle Start Your vehicle may have a remote starting feature. This feature allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle. It may also start up the vehicle's heating or air conditioning systems and rear window defogger. Normal operation of the system will return after the key is turned to the ON/RUN position.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 3. If it is the first remote start since the vehicle has been driven, repeat these steps, while the engine is still running, to extend the engine running time by 10 minutes. Remote start can be extended one time. After entering the vehicle during a remote start, insert and turn the key to RUN to drive the vehicle. To manually shut off a remote start, do any of the following: .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Doors and Locks Black plate (10,1) WARNING: (Continued) Door Locks . { WARNING: Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening. Unlocked doors can be dangerous. . . 3-10 Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (11,1) Delayed Locking Rear Door Security Locks When locking the doors with the power lock switch and a door or the liftgate is open, the doors will lock five seconds after the last door is closed. You will hear three chimes to signal that the delayed locking feature is in use. Your vehicle has rear door security locks. These prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 To set the locks, do the following: 1. Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn it so the slot is in the horizontal position. 2. Close the door. When you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on, do the following: 1. Unlock the door by lifting the rear door manual lock, using the power door lock switch, or the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, if the vehicle has one. 2. Open the door from the outside.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Liftgate/Liftglass { WARNING: It can be dangerous to drive with the liftglass or liftgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You cannot see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the liftglass or liftgate open, or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftglass or liftgate: . Make sure all other windows are shut. .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (14,1) The liftgate or liftglass cannot be opened if the rear wipers are in motion. Attempting to open the liftgate or liftglass while the rear wipers are in motion will cause the release of the liftglass or liftgate to delay until the wipers are moved off the liftglass. Both the liftglass and liftgate have an electric latch. If the battery is disconnected or has low voltage, the liftglass and liftgate will not open.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Power Liftgate Power Liftgate Operation Black plate (15,1) WARNING: (Continued) . Adjust the Climate Control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting. See Climate Control System in the Index. . If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 The taillamps will flash and a chime will sound when the power liftgate is moving. Black plate (16,1) The power liftgate can be power opened and closed in the following ways: . Press and hold the power liftgate button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter until the liftgate starts moving. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 3‑5 for more information. . Pressing the liftgate button on the overhead console. .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 The power liftgate may be temporarily disabled under extreme temperatures, or under low battery conditions. If this occurs, the liftgate can still be operated manually. If you shift the transmission out of P (Park) while the power function is in progress, the liftgate power function will continue to completion. If you shift the transmission out of P (Park) and accelerate before the power liftgate latches closed, the liftgate may reverse to the open position.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (18,1) Manual Operation of Power Liftgate Power Assist Steps To change the liftgate to manual operation, press the switch on the overhead console to the OFF position. Your vehicle may have power assist steps. With the power liftgate disabled and all of the doors unlocked, the liftgate can be manually opened and closed. To open the liftgate, press the touchpad on the handle on the outside of the liftgate, and lift the gate open.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (19,1) Windows { WARNING: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Power Windows { WARNING: Black plate (20,1) The power window switches are located on the driver door. Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Express-Down/Up Windows Windows with the express feature allow the windows to be raised and lowered all the way without holding the switch. Press or pull the switch fully and release it to activate the express feature. The express mode can be canceled at any time by briefly pressing or pulling the switch.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (22,1) Programming the Power Windows Window Lockout If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged, disconnected, or is not working, you will need to reprogram each front power window for the express-up feature to work. Before reprogramming, replace or recharge the vehicle's battery. o (Window Lockout): The rear window lockout button is located on the driver door near the window switches. To program each front window, follow these steps: 1.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Theft-Deterrent Systems This vehicle has theft-deterrent features, however, they do not make it impossible to steal. Content Theft-Deterrent Your vehicle may have a content theft-deterrent alarm system. This is the security light. Black plate (23,1) To arm the theft-deterrent system: 1. Open the door. 2. Lock the door with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the power door lock switch.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 The theft-deterrent system will not activate if the doors are locked with the vehicle's key or the manual door lock. It activates only if you use the power door lock switch with the door open or the RKE transmitter. You should also remember that you can start your vehicle with the correct ignition key if the alarm has been set off. To avoid setting off the alarm by accident: .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 PASS-Key® III+ Electronic Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8‑19 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310. PASS-Key® III+ Electronic Immobilizer Operation Your vehicle has PASS-Key® III+ (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key® III+ is a passive theft-deterrent system.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (26,1) It is possible for the PASS-Key® III+ decoder to learn the transponder value of a new or replacement key. Up to 10 keys may be programmed for the vehicle. The following procedure is for programming additional keys only. If all the currently programmed keys are lost or do not operate, you must see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key® III+ to have keys made and programmed to the system. 3.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle Black plate (27,1) . Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. . Do not tow a trailer during break-in.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Ignition Positions The ignition switch has four different positions. Black plate (28,1) A (LOCK/OFF): This position locks the ignition. It also locks the transmission on automatic transmission vehicles. The key can be removed in LOCK/OFF. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in P (Park) to turn the ignition switch to LOCK/OFF. The steering can bind with the wheels turned off center.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 C (ON/RUN): This position can be used to operate the electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel cluster warning and indicator lights. The switch stays in this position when the engine is running. The transmission is also unlocked in this position on automatic transmission vehicles. If you leave the key in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/ RUN position with the engine off, the battery could be drained.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Starting the Engine If the vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). The engine will not start in any other position. To restart the engine when the vehicle is are already moving, use N (Neutral) only. Notice: Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transmission. Shift to P (Park) only when the vehicle is stopped.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 When the engine starts, let go of the key and accelerator. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and transmission gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts. Notice: The engine is designed to work with the electronics in the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Engine Coolant Heater The engine coolant heater can provide easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up in cold weather conditions at or below −18°C (0°F). Vehicles with an engine heater should be plugged in at least four hours before starting. An internal thermostat in the plug-end of the cord may exist which will prevent engine coolant heater operation at temperatures above −18°C (0°F). To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (33,1) Active Fuel Management™ Automatic Transmission Operation Vehicles with V8 engines may have Active Fuel Management™. This system allows the engine to operate on either all or half of its cylinders, depending on the driving conditions. If the vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (34,1) { WARNING: It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. Heavy Duty 6-Speed Automatic Transmission Shown (Light Duty Similar) See “Range Selection Mode” later in this section. P (Park): This position locks the rear wheels. It is the best position to use when starting the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 { WARNING: If the vehicle has a four-wheel drive transfer case with a N (Neutral) position, and the transfer case is in N (Neutral), the vehicle will be free to roll — even if the shift lever is in P (Park). Be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear, Two-Wheel Drive High or Four-Wheel Drive High or Four-Wheel Drive Low — not in N (Neutral). See Shifting Into Park on page 3‑49. Always set the parking brake.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 D (Drive): This position is for normal driving. It provides the best fuel economy. If you need more power for passing, and you are: . Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push the accelerator pedal about halfway down. . Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. By doing this, the vehicle shifts down to the next gear and has more power.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 M (Manual Mode): This position is available on vehicles with the Hydra-Matic® 6-Speed transmission. It lets drivers select the range of gears appropriate for current driving conditions. If the vehicle has this feature, see Range Select Mode (Hydra-Matic® 6-Speed transmission) later in this section. 3 (Third): This position is also used for normal driving. It reduces vehicle speed more than D (Drive) without using the brakes.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Range Selection Mode (Hydra-Matic® 6-Speed Transmission) Black plate (38,1) To use this feature, do the following: 1. Move the shift lever to M (Manual Mode). 2. Press the plus/minus buttons, located on the steering column shift lever, to select the desired range of gears for the current driving conditions. When M (Manual Mode) is selected a number displays next to the M, indicating the current gear. This number is the highest gear that can be used.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 While using Range Selection Mode, cruise control and the Tow/Haul mode can be used. Black plate (39,1) Tow/Haul Mode Notice: Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission. The repair will not be covered by the vehicle warranty. If you are stuck, do not spin the tires. When stopping on a hill, use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 When Tow/Haul mode is selected the Tow/Haul indicator light will come on. The Tow/Haul mode works with the Autoride ® feature, if the vehicle has this, to enhance the ride when trailering or with a loaded vehicle. See Autoride® on page 5‑50. Grade Braking (Hydra-Matic® 6-Speed Automatic Transmission) The Grade Braking shift modes can be activated by pressing the button on the end of the shift control lever.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (41,1) Cruise Grade Braking (Hydra-Matic® 6-Speed Automatic Transmission) Four-Wheel Drive (Two Speed Automatic Transfer Case) Cruise Grade Braking assists when driving on a downhill grade. It maintains vehicle speed by automatically implementing a shift schedule that uses the engine and the transmission to slow the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Automatic Transfer Case The transfer case knob is located to the left of the instrument panel cluster. Use this dial to shift into and out of four-wheel drive. You can choose among five driving settings: Indicator lights in the switches show you which setting you are in. The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and the last chosen setting will stay on.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 The vehicle has StabiliTrak®. Shifting into Four-Wheel-Drive Low will turn Traction Control and StabiliTrak® off. See StabiliTrak® System on page 5‑6. { WARNING: Shifting the transfer case to N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in P (Park). You or someone else could be seriously injured. Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in N (Neutral). See Parking Brake on page 3‑48.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 To shift to the Four-Wheel Drive Low position, the ignition must be in ON/RUN and the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (5 km/h) with the transmission in N (Neutral). The preferred method for shifting into Four-Wheel Drive Low is to have the vehicle moving 1 to 2 mph (1.6 to 3.2 km/h). Turn the knob to the Four-Wheel Drive Low position.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 If the knob is turned to the Four-Wheel Drive High, AUTO, or Two-Wheel Drive High switch position when the vehicle is in gear and/or moving, the Four-Wheel Drive High, AUTO or Two-Wheel Drive High indicator light will flash for 30 seconds but will not complete the shift unless the vehicle is moving less than 3 mph (5 km/h) and the transmission is in N (Neutral). Shifting into Neutral To shift the transfer case to N (Neutral) do the following: 1.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 4. Release the parking brake prior to moving the vehicle. Notice: Shifting the transmission into gear before the Four-Wheel Drive Low indicator light has stopped flashing could damage the transfer case. To help avoid damaging the vehicle, always wait for the Four-Wheel Drive Low indicator light to stop flashing before shifting the transmission into gear. 5. Start the engine and shift the transmission to the desired position.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Automatic Transfer Case The transfer case knob is located to the left of the instrument panel cluster. Use this dial to shift into and out of four-wheel drive. The vehicle has Four-Wheel-Drive with StabiliTrak ®. For information on StabiliTrak®, see StabiliTrak® System on page 5‑6. You can choose among three driving settings: Black plate (47,1) 2 m (Two-Wheel Drive High): This setting is used for driving in most street and highway situations.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Service Four Wheel Drive Black plate (48,1) Parking Brake If the SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE message stays on, you should take the vehicle to your dealer for service. See “SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE message” under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4‑62. Shifting Into Four-Wheel Drive High or AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Drive) Turn the knob to the Four-Wheel High or AUTO position. This can be done at any speed. The indicator light will flash while shifting.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down, then push down momentarily on the parking brake pedal until you feel the pedal release. Slowly pull your foot up off the park brake pedal. If the parking brake is not released when you begin to drive, the brake system warning light will flash and a chime will sound warning you that the parking brake is still on.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Running { WARNING: It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the engine running. The vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. If you have four-wheel drive and the transfer case is in N (Neutral), the vehicle will be free to roll, even if the shift lever is in P (Park). So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear — not in N (Neutral).
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Shifting Out of Park This vehicle is equipped with an electronic shift lock release system. The shift lock release is designed to: . . Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P (Park) with the shift lever button fully released, and Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P (Park), unless the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal is applied.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Engine Exhaust { WARNING: Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death. Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: . The vehicle idles in areas with poor ventilation (parking garages, tunnels, deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes). . The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different. . The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. { WARNING: Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. Never run the engine in an enclosed area that has no fresh air ventilation.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror Hold the inside rearview mirror in the center to move it for a clearer view behind your vehicle. Adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the headlamps behind you. Push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Outside Towing Mirrors Black plate (55,1) Outside Power Mirrors Vehicles with outside power mirrors have the controls on the driver door armrest. If the vehicle has towing mirrors, they can be adjusted for a clearer view of the objects behind you. Manually pull out the mirror head to extend it for better visibility when towing a trailer. Manually fold the mirrors forward or rearward. The lower portion of the mirror is convex.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, push the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward, to return to its original position. Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors Vehicles with outside power foldaway mirrors have the controls located on the driver door armrest. Black plate (56,1) Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors Reset the power foldaway mirrors if: .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror Vehicles with this feature have a driver outside mirror that adjusts for the glare of headlamps behind you. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 3‑54 for more information. Park Tilt Mirrors Vehicles with the memory package have a passenger and/or driver mirror that tilts to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This feature lets the driver view the curb when parallel parking.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Object Detection Systems Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) For vehicles with the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system, it operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph), and assists the driver with parking and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse). The sensors on the rear bumper are used to detect the distance to an object up to 2.5 m (8 ft) behind the vehicle, and at least 25.4 cm (10 in) off the ground.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 The system can be disabled by pressing the rear park aid disable button located next to the radio. Black plate (59,1) PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE OWNERS MANUAL: This message can occur under the following conditions: . The ultrasonic sensors are not clean. Keep the vehicle's rear bumper free of mud, dirt, snow, ice and slush. For cleaning instructions, see Washing Your Vehicle on page 6‑111. . The park assist sensors are covered by frost or ice.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) The vehicle may have a Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system. Read this entire section before using the system. Black plate (60,1) Before making a lane change, always check the SBZA display, check the outside and rearview mirrors, look over your shoulder for vehicles and hazards, and use the turn signal. { WARNING: SBZA is only a lane changing aid and does not replace driver vision. SBZA does not detect: .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Use caution while changing lanes when towing a trailer, as the SBZA detection zones do not change when a trailer is towed. How the System Works Black plate (61,1) SBZA can be disabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4‑47 for more information. If the SBZA is disabled by the driver, the SBZA mirror displays will not light up during normal driving.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 The SBZA displays may remain on if a trailer is attached to the vehicle, or a bicycle or object is extending out to either side of the vehicle. When SBZA is disabled for any reason other than the driver turning it off, the driver will not be able to turn SBZA back on using the DIC. The SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT ON option will not be selectable if the conditions for normal system operation are not met.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (63,1) Rear Vision Camera (RVC) Vehicles Without Navigation System This vehicle may have a Rear Vision Camera system. Read this entire section before using it. The rear vision camera system is designed to help the driver when backing up by displaying a view of the area behind the vehicle. When the key is in the ON/RUN position and the driver shifts the vehicle into R (Reverse), the video image automatically appears on the inside rear view mirror.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (64,1) Vehicles With Navigation System The rear vision camera system is designed to help the driver when backing up by displaying a view of the area behind the vehicle. When the driver shifts the vehicle into R (Reverse), the video image automatically appears on the navigation screen. Once the driver shifts out of R (Reverse), the navigation screen will go back to the last screen that had been displayed, after a delay.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Adjusting the Brightness and Contrast of the Screen To adjust the brightness and contrast of the screen, press the MENU button while the rear vision camera image is on the display. Any adjustments made will only affect the rear vision camera screen. ] (Brightness) : Touch the + (plus) or – (minus) screen buttons to increase or decrease the brightness of the screen.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Rear Vision Camera Location Black plate (66,1) The following illustration shows the field of view that the camera provides. The image is provided by the camera located above the license plate. The camera uses a special lens. The distance of the image that appears on the screen differs from the actual distance. The area displayed by the camera is limited. The camera does not display objects which are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 When the System Does Not Seem To Work Properly The rear vision camera system might not work properly or display a clear image if: . The RVC is turned off. See “Turning the Rear Camera System On or Off” earlier in this section. . It is dark. . The sun or the beam of headlights is shining directly into the camera lens. . Ice, snow, mud, or anything else builds up on the camera lens. Clean the lens, rinse it with water, and wipe it with a soft cloth. .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Universal Home Remote System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8‑19 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (69,1) Programming Universal Home Remote — Rolling Code For questions or help programming the Universal Home Remote System, call 1-866-572-2728 or go to learcar2u.com. Most garage door openers sold after 1996 are Rolling Code units. Programming a garage door opener involves time-sensitive actions, so read the entire procedure before starting. Otherwise, the device will time out and the procedure will have to be repeated.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (70,1) 3. Immediately return to the vehicle. Press and hold the Universal Home Remote button that will be used to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light, above the selected button, should slowly blink. This button may need to be held for up to 20 seconds. Programming Universal Home Remote — Fixed Code 4. Immediately, within one second, release the button when the garage door moves.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 To program up to three devices: Black plate (71,1) Your hand held transmitter can have between eight to 12 dip switches depending on the brand of transmitter. The garage door opener receiver (motor head unit) could also have a row of dip switches that can be used when programming the Universal Home Remote.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Example of Eight Dip Switches with Two Positions Black plate (72,1) Example of Eight Dip Switches with Three Positions The panel of switches might not appear exactly as they do in the examples above, but they should be similar. The switch positions on the hand-held transmitter could be labeled, as follows: 3-72 . A switch in the up position could be labeled as “Up,” “+,” or “On.” . A switch in the down position could be labeled as “Down,” “−,” or “Off.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (73,1) 2. Write down the eight to 12 switch settings from left to right as follows: . When a switch is in the up position, write “Left.” . When a switch is in the down position, write “Right.” . If a switch is set between the up and down position, write “Middle.” The switch settings written down in Step 2 now become the button strokes to be entered into the Universal Home Remote in Step 4.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (74,1) 5. After entering all of the switch positions, again, firmly press and release all three buttons at the same time. The indicator lights will turn on. Reprogramming Universal Home Remote Buttons 6. Press and hold the button that will be used to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light above the selected button should slowly blink. This button may need to be held for up to 55 seconds.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (75,1) Storage Areas Glove Box Lift up on the glove box lever to open it. Cupholders For vehicles with cupholders located in the front and rear of the floor console or in the fold down armrest, adjust the front cupholders by moving the insert forward or rearward. Pull downward on the lid to access the rear floor console cupholders. There could also be cupholders located in the second and third row seat armrest areas.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Center Console Storage For vehicles with a console compartment, it is located between the bucket seats. Press the button and lift the lid to access the console compartment. A cupholder located in the rear of the console, swings down for the rear seat passenger to use.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Loading the Vehicle on page 5‑33. . . If small heavy objects are placed on the roof, cut a piece of 3/8 inch plywood to fit inside the crossrails and siderails to spread the load. Tie the plywood to the siderail supports. Tie the load and secure it to the crossrails or the siderail supports.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Cargo Cover Black plate (78,1) To remove the cover from a regular wheelbase model: 1. Let the cover go all the way into the holder. { WARNING: 2. Then, grasping the driver's side cover end cap, push the cover end cap toward the passenger side of the vehicle. An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver. Someone could be injured.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Sunroof Your vehicle may be equipped with a power sliding sunroof. To open or close the sunroof, the ignition needs to be turned to ON/RUN, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active. When RAP is active, the sunroof will work for 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off, or until a front door is opened. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 3‑29 for more information. There are two switches in the overhead console that operate the sunroof.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 The sunroof has a comfort stop feature which stops the sunroof from opening to the full-open position. From the comfort stop position, press the rear of the driver's side switch a second time to open the sunroof to the full-open position. When the sunroof is opened, an air deflector will automatically raise. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed. Vent: The sunroof has an express-vent open feature.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Section 4 Black plate (1,1) Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Tilt Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Section 4 Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oil Pressure Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Instrument Panel Overview Black plate (3,1) Tilt Wheel Hazard Warning Flashers | (Hazard Warning Flasher): Press this button located on top of the steering column, to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. This warns others that you are having trouble. Press again to turn the flashers off. When the hazard warning flashers are on, the vehicle's turn signals will not work. Horn To sound the horn, press the center pad on the steering wheel.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Black plate (4,1) Turn and Lane-Change Signals An arrow on the instrument panel cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (5,1) Turn Signal On Chime Flash-to-Pass If the turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 of a mile (1.2 km), a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal and the message TURN SIGNAL ON will also appear in the Driver Information Control (DIC). To turn the chime and message off, move the turn signal lever to the off position. This feature lets you use the high-beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Windshield Wipers Black plate (6,1) Clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. Damaged wiper blades should be replaced. See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 6‑61. Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor. A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools down. Windshield Washer { WARNING: Turn the band with the wiper symbol to control the windshield wipers.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Rear Window Wiper/Washer { WARNING: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. The rear wiper control is located on the turn signal/ multifunction lever. Black plate (7,1) To turn the rear wiper on, slide the lever to a wiper position. 9 (Off): Turns the wiper off. 5 (Rear Wiper Delay): Turns on the rear wiper delay.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (8,1) Cruise Control The cruise control buttons are located on left side of the steering wheel. { WARNING: Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not use the cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip, and you could lose control.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (9,1) Setting Cruise Control Resuming a Set Speed If the cruise button is on when not in use, it could get bumped and go into cruise when not desired. Keep the cruise control switch off when cruise is not being used. If the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied, the cruise control is disengaged without erasing the set speed from memory.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already activated, . . Press and hold the SET– button on the steering wheel until the desired lower speed is reached, then release it. To slow down in small amounts, press the SET– button on the steering wheel briefly. Each time this is done, the vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h (1 mph) slower.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 . Parking Lamps . License Plate Lamps . Instrument Panel Lights Black plate (11,1) 2 (Headlamps): Turns on the headlamps together with the following lamps listed below. . Parking Lamps The exterior lamps control has four positions: . Instrument Panel Lights O (Off): . Taillamps . License Plate Lamps Turns off the automatic headlamps and daytime running lamps (DRL).
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (12,1) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Automatic Headlamp System Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the automatic headlamp system will come on immediately. Once the vehicle leaves the garage, it takes approximately one minute for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is bright enough outside. During that delay, the instrument panel cluster may not be as bright as usual. Make sure the instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4‑14.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Auxiliary Roof-Mounted Lamp If the vehicle has this feature, this button includes wiring provisions for a dealer or a qualified service center to install an auxiliary roof lamp. This button is located on the overhead console. Black plate (14,1) If the vehicle has this button, the vehicle may have the snow plow prep package. For further information see Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment on page 5‑39.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (15,1) Dome Lamp Override Reading Lamps The dome lamp override button is located next to the exterior lamps control. For vehicles with reading lamps they are located on the overhead console. k (Dome Off): Press the button in and the dome lamps remain off when a door is opened. Press the button again to return it to the extended position so that the dome lamps come on when a door is opened.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 The battery can be discharged at idle if the electrical loads are very high. This is true for all vehicles. This is because the generator (alternator) may not be spinning fast enough at idle to produce all the power that is needed for very high electrical loads.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (17,1) Certain accessory plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlet and could result in blown adapter or vehicle fuses. If you experience a problem, see your dealer for additional information on the accessory power plugs. Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to the vehicle can damage it or keep other components from working as they should. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Climate Controls Climate Control System The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this system. Black plate (18,1) Temperature Control: Move the thumbwheels up or down to increase or decrease the temperature on the driver's side or the passenger side of the vehicle for the dual zone system. 9 (Fan Control): Turn the left knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (19,1) 6 (Floor): Air is directed to the floor outlets, with some of the air directed to the windshield, side window, and second row floor outlets. In this mode, the system automatically selects outside air. Recirculation cannot be selected when in Floor Mode. # (Air Conditioning): - (Defog): On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time it takes for the vehicle to cool down.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 The recirculation mode cannot be used with floor, defrost, or defogging modes. If recirculation is selected while in one of those modes, the indicator flashes three times and turns off. The air conditioning compressor will also come on when this mode is activated. While in recirculation mode the windows may fog when the weather is cold and damp. To clear the fog, select either the defog or defrost mode and increase the fan speed.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (21,1) Dual Automatic Climate Control System H. Display I. Power Button L. PASS The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this system. The vehicle also has a flow-through ventilation system described later in this section. J. Rear Window Defogger M. Passenger Temperature Control If this vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. A. Fan Control E. REAR B. AUTO F.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Driver and Passenger Side Temperature Control The driver and passenger side temperature buttons are used to adjust the temperature of the air coming through the system on the driver or passenger's side of the vehicle. The temperature can be adjusted even if the system is turned off. This is possible since outside air always flows through the system as the vehicle is moving forward unless it is set to recirculation mode. See “Recirculation” later in this section.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 2. Set the driver's and passenger's temperature. To find your comfort setting, start with a 23°C (74°F) temperature setting and allow about 20 minutes for the system to regulate. Use the driver's or passenger's temperature buttons to adjust the temperature setting as necessary. If a temperature setting of 15°C (60°F) is chosen, the system remains at the maximum cooling setting.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (24,1) 6 (Floor): Air is directed to the floor outlets, with some to the windshield, side window outlets, and second row floor outlets. In this mode, the system automatically selects outside air. If vent, bi-level, or floor mode is selected again, the climate control system displays the previous temperature settings. - (Defog): # (Air Conditioning): This mode clears the windows of fog or moisture.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (25,1) @ (Recirculation): Press to turn the recirculation mode on or off. An indicator light comes on to show that the recirculation is on. Rear Window Defogger This mode recirculates and helps to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle. It can be used to help prevent outside air and odors from entering the vehicle. < (Rear Window Defogger): Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (26,1) Sensors The solar sensor, located in the defrost grille in the middle of the instrument panel, monitors the solar heat. Do not cover the solar sensor or the system will not work properly. The interior temperature sensors located in the headliner above the driver side seat and if equipped, in the headliner above the second row seats measure the temperature of the air inside the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Outlet Adjustment Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side of the instrument panel to direct the airflow. Operation Tips . Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice, snow, or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of the windows. . When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, press the fan up button to the maximum fan level before driving.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Automatic Climate Control System on page 4‑21. The rear system can also be turned off by turning the rear fan knob to the 9 position. Mimic Mode: This mode matches the rear climate control to the front climate control airflow settings. It comes on when REAR is pressed the first time. Independent Mode: This mode directs rear seating airflow according to the settings of the rear controls. It comes on when any rear control is adjusted.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (29,1) REAR: Press the REAR button on the front climate control system to turn the rear climate control system on or off. An indicator comes on when the rear system is on. +/− (Increase/Decrease Temperature) : Press the + or − buttons to increase or decrease the cabin temperature. The rear control temperature display will show the temperature setting increasing or decreasing.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury. Warning lights come on when there might be or there is a problem with one of the vehicle's functions. Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (31,1) Instrument Panel Cluster United States 4‐Speed version shown. 6‐Speed and Canada similar. For vehicles with a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (32,1) Speedometer and Odometer Safety Belt Reminders The speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in both kilometers per hour (km/h) and miles per hour (mph). Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers (used in Canada) or miles (used in the United States). Trip Odometer The trip odometer can show how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last set to zero.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 console, comes on and stays on for several seconds, flashes for several more seconds and then comes on solid for several more. Black plate (33,1) airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System on page 2‑84. This chime and light sequence is repeated if the passenger remains unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (34,1) Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If the vehicle has the airbag status indicator pictured in the following illustration, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position. The passenger airbag status indicator is on the overhead console. See Passenger Sensing System on page 2‑94 for important safety information.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Charging System Light This light comes on briefly when the ignition key is turned to START, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working. Black plate (35,1) Voltmeter Gauge When the engine is not running, but the ignition is on, this gauge shows the battery's state of charge in DC volts. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. The light should go out once the engine starts.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended period. This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle. As engine speeds are increased, this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create full power.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 { WARNING: The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash. If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped, have the vehicle towed for service. If the light comes on while driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. The pedal might be harder to push or might go closer to the floor.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 StabiliTrak® Indicator Light Black plate (38,1) Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge For vehicles with the StabiliTrak® system, this light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off. If the light comes on and stays on while driving, there could be a problem with the StabiliTrak ® system and the vehicle might need service.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Tire Pressure Light For vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring system, this light comes on briefly when the engine is started. It provides information about tire pressures and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System. When the Light is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tires is significantly underinflated. A tire pressure message in the Driver Information Center (DIC), can accompany the light.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 This light should come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the check engine light comes on and stays on, while the engine is running, this indicates that there is an OBD II problem and service is required. Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is apparent.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park the vehicle. Turn the vehicle off, wait at least 10 seconds, and restart the engine. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible. Light On Steady: An emission control system malfunction has been detected on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments may have programs to inspect the on-vehicle emission control equipment For the inspection, the emission system test equipment is connected to the vehicle’s Data Link Connector (DLC). The DLC is under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. See your dealer if assistance is needed. 4-42 Black plate (42,1) The vehicle may not pass inspection if: .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (43,1) Oil Pressure Gauge A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure. Check the oil as soon as possible. { WARNING: Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. The engine can become so hot that it catches fire. Someone could be burned. Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Oil Pressure Light Black plate (44,1) This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off. If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and it might have some other system problem.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Front Fog Lamp Light The fog lamp light comes on when the fog lamps are in use. Black plate (45,1) Highbeam On Light This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. The light goes out when the fog lamps are turned off. See Fog Lamps on page 4‑13 for more information. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 4‑5 for more information.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (46,1) Fuel Gauge When the fuel tank is low, the FUEL LEVEL LOW message appears in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4‑62 for more information. Here are some situations owners may experience with the fuel gauge. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge. United States At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Low Fuel Warning Light This light, under the fuel gauge, comes on briefly while the engine is being started. Black plate (47,1) Driver Information Center (DIC) Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC). The DIC displays information about your vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected. All messages will appear in the DIC display located below the tachometer in the instrument panel cluster.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 DIC Operation and Displays (With DIC Buttons) Black plate (48,1) DIC Buttons The buttons are the trip/ fuel, vehicle information, customization, and set/ reset buttons. The button functions are detailed in the following pages. If your vehicle has DIC buttons, the information below explains the operation of this system. The DIC has different displays which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons located on the instrument panel, next to the steering wheel.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 T (Vehicle Information): Press this button to display the oil life, units, side blind zone system on/off, tire pressure readings for vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), trailer brake gain and output information for vehicles with the Integrated Trailer Brake Control (ITBC) system, engine hours, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter programming, compass zone setting, and compass recalibration.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (50,1) Fuel Range Fuel Used Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL RANGE displays. This display shows the approximate number of remaining miles (mi) or kilometers (km) the vehicle can be driven without refueling. The display will show LOW if the fuel level is low. Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL USED displays. This display shows the number of gallons (gal) or liters (L) of fuel used since the last reset of this menu item.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (51,1) Transmission Temperature Blank Display Press the trip/fuel button until TRANS TEMP displays. This display shows the temperature of the automatic transmission fluid in either degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or degrees Celsius (°C). This display shows no information.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Remember, you must reset the OIL LIFE display yourself after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Also, be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change. To reset the engine oil life system, see Engine Oil Life System on page 6‑20.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 TRAILER GAIN shows the trailer gain setting. This setting can be adjusted from 0.0 to 10.0 with either a trailer connected or disconnected. To adjust this setting, see “Integrated Trailer Brake Control System” under Towing a Trailer on page 5‑50 for more information. OUTPUT shows the power output to the trailer anytime a trailer with electric brakes is connected. Output is displayed in 0 to 10 bars. Dashes may appear in the OUTPUT display.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (54,1) Compass Zone Setting Trip Odometer This display allows for setting the compass zone. See DIC Compass on page 4‑59 Press the trip odometer reset stem until TRIP displays. This display shows the current distance traveled in either miles (mi) or kilometers (km) since the last reset for the trip odometer. Compass Recalibration This display allows for calibrating the compass.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Language This display allows you to select the language in which the DIC messages will appear. To select a language: 1. Press the trip odometer reset stem until ODOMETER displays. 2. While in the ODOMETER display, press and hold the trip odometer reset stem for three seconds until the currently set language displays. 3. Continue to press and hold the trip odometer reset stem to scroll through all of the available languages.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (56,1) Trip Odometer Reset Stem Menu Items Trip Odometer Language Press the trip odometer reset stem until TRIP displays. This display shows the current distance traveled in either miles (mi) or kilometers (km) since the last reset for the trip odometer. This display allows you to select the language in which the DIC messages will appear. To select a language: 1. Press the trip odometer reset stem until ODOMETER displays. 2.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (57,1) Transmission Temperature Compass Zone Setting Press the trip odometer reset stem until TRANS TEMP displays. This display shows the temperature of the automatic transmission fluid in either degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or degrees Celsius (°C). This display allows for setting the compass zone. See DIC Compass on page 4‑59 for more information. Trailer Gain and Output This display allows for calibrating the compass.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. See “CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON” under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4‑62. You should change the oil as soon as you can. See Engine Oil on page 6‑17. In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7‑3 for more information.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 To match an RKE transmitter to your vehicle: 1. Press the trip odometer reset stem until RELEARN REMOTE KEY displays. 2. Press and hold the trip odometer reset stem for three seconds. Black plate (59,1) DIC Compass Your vehicle may have a compass in the Driver Information Center (DIC). Compass Zone The message REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE will display. The zone is set to zone eight upon leaving the factory.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (60,1) To adjust for compass variance, use the following procedure: Compass Variance (Zone) Procedure 1. Do not set the compass zone when the vehicle is moving. Only set it when the vehicle is in P (Park). Press the vehicle information button until PRESS V TO CHANGE COMPASS ZONE displays. Or, if the vehicle does not have DIC buttons, press the trip odometer reset stem until CHANGE COMPASS ZONE displays. 2.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 4. Press the trip/fuel button until the vehicle heading, for example, N for North, is displayed in the DIC. Or, if the vehicle does not have DIC buttons, press and hold the trip odometer reset stem for two seconds to select the next available variance zone. Repeat this step until the appropriate variance zone is displayed. 5. If calibration is necessary, calibrate the compass. See “Compass Calibration Procedure” following.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (62,1) DIC Warnings and Messages BATTERY LOW START VEHICLE Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some action may be needed by the driver to correct the condition. Multiple messages may appear one after another. When the vehicle’s battery is severely discharged, this message will display and four chimes will sound. Start the vehicle immediately.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (63,1) CHECK TRAILER WIRING DRIVER DOOR OPEN On vehicles with the Integrated Trailer Brake Control (ITBC) system, this message may display and a chime may sound when one of the following conditions exists: This message displays and a chime sounds if the driver door is not fully closed and the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). Stop and turn off the vehicle, check the door for obstructions, and close the door again.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (64,1) ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the engine is overheating, severe engine damage may occur. If an overheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon as possible. See Engine Overheating on page 6‑36 for more information.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message displays when ice conditions are possible. LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN This message displays and a chime sounds if the driver side rear door is not fully closed and the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). Stop and turn off the vehicle, check the door for obstructions, and close the door again. Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (66,1) REAR ACCESS OPEN RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN This message displays and a chime sounds if the liftgate or liftglass is open while the ignition is in ON/ RUN. Turn off the vehicle and check the liftgate and liftglass. Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display. This message displays and a chime sounds if the passenger side rear door is not fully closed and the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM On some vehicles, this message displays if there is a problem with the battery charging system. Under certain conditions, the charging system light may also turn on in the instrument panel cluster. See Charging System Light on page 4‑35. Driving with this problem could drain the battery. Turn off all unnecessary accessories. Have the electrical system checked as soon as possible. See your dealer.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 SERVICE STABILITRAK ® If your vehicle has StabiliTrak and this message displays, it means there may be a problem with the StabiliTrak system. If you see this message, try to reset the system. Stop; turn off the engine for at least 15 seconds; then start the engine again. If this message still comes on, it means there is a problem. You should see your dealer for service.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 SERVICE TRAILER BRAKE SYSTEM On vehicles with the Integrated Trailer Brake Control (ITBC) system, this message displays and a chime sounds when there is a problem with the ITBC system. When this message displays, power is no longer available to the trailer brakes. As soon as it is safe to do so, carefully pull your vehicle over to the side of the road and turn the ignition off. Check the wiring connection to the trailer and turn the ignition back on.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 There are several conditions that can cause this message to appear. . One condition is overheating, which could occur if StabiliTrak activates continuously for an extended period of time. . The message also displays if the brake system warning light is on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 4‑36. . The message could display if the stability system takes longer than usual to complete its diagnostic checks due to driving conditions. .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (71,1) TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE TRACTION CONTROL OFF On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this message displays when the pressure in one or more of the vehicle's tires needs to be checked. This message also displays LEFT FRT (left front), RIGHT FRT (right front), LEFT RR (left rear), or RIGHT RR (right rear) to indicate the location of the low tire. The low tire pressure warning light will also come on.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (72,1) TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE TURN SIGNAL ON Notice: If you drive the vehicle while the transmission fluid is overheating and the transmission temperature warning is displayed on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, you can damage the transmission. This could lead to costly repairs that would not be covered by the warranty.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 DIC Vehicle Customization (With DIC Buttons) Your vehicle may have customization capabilities that allow you to program certain features to one preferred setting. Customization features can only be programmed to one setting on the vehicle and cannot be programmed to a preferred setting for two different drivers. All of the customization options may not be available on your vehicle. Only the options available will be displayed on the DIC.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (74,1) DISPLAY LANGUAGE AUTO DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select the language in which the DIC messages will appear. This feature allows you to select when the vehicle's doors will automatically lock. See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 3‑11 for more information. Press the customization button until the DISPLAY LANGUAGE screen appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (75,1) AUTO DOOR UNLOCK REMOTE DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select whether or not to turn off the automatic door unlocking feature. It also allows you to select which doors and when the doors will automatically unlock. See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 3‑11 for more information. This feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. Black plate (76,1) DELAY DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when unlocking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. You will not receive feedback when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter if the doors are open. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 3‑5 for more information.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (77,1) EXIT LIGHTING APPROACH LIGHTING This feature allows you to select the amount of time you want the exterior lamps to remain on when it is dark enough outside. This happens after the key is turned from ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF. This feature allows you to select whether or not to have the exterior lights turn on briefly during low light periods after unlocking the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (78,1) CHIME VOLUME PARK TILT MIRRORS This feature allows you to select the volume level of the chime. If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select whether or not the outside mirror(s) will automatically tilt down when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). See Park Tilt Mirrors on page 3‑57 for more information. Press the customization button until CHIME VOLUME appears on the DIC display.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 EASY EXIT RECALL If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select your preference for the automatic easy exit seat feature. See Memory Seat, Mirrors, and Pedals on page 2‑10 for more information. Press the customization button until EASY EXIT RECALL appears on the DIC display. Press the set/ reset button once to access the settings for this feature.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (80,1) MEMORY SEAT RECALL REMOTE START If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select your preference for the remote memory seat recall feature. See Memory Seat, Mirrors, and Pedals on page 2‑10 for more information. If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to turn the remote start off or on. The remote start feature allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (81,1) FACTORY SETTINGS EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS This feature allows you to set all of the customization features back to their factory default settings. This feature allows you to exit the feature settings menu. Press the customization button until FACTORY SETTINGS appears on the DIC display. Press the set/ reset button once to access the settings for this feature.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (82,1) Audio System(s) For more information, see Defensive Driving on page 5‑2. Determine which radio the vehicle has and read the following pages to become familiar with its features. Notice: Contact your dealer before adding any equipment. { WARNING: Taking your eyes off the road for extended periods could cause a crash resulting in injury or death to you or others. Do not give extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Setting the Clock To set the time and date: 1. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/ RUN, then press the O button to turn the radio on. 2. Press the H button to display HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY (hour, minute, month, day, and year). 3. Press the softkey located under any one of the tabs to change that setting. 4. To increase the time or date, do one of the following: . Press the softkey below the selected tab. . Press the . . ¨ SEEK button.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (84,1) Radio(s) Radio with CD/MP3/DVD and USB Radio with CD/MP3 shown, Radio with CD/MP3/USB similar 4-84 The vehicle has one of these radios as its audio system.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (85,1) Radios with CD and DVD Radios with CD/MP3/DVD and USB may have a Bose Surround Sound System. Some of its features are explained later in this section under, “Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)”. ® If the vehicle has a Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system, it has a CD/MP3/DVD and USB radio. See Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System on page 4‑128 The DVD player is the top slot on the radio faceplate.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Noise Compensation Technology: Vehicles with the LTZ package and a Bose® Audio System include the Bose AudioPilot® noise compensation technology. When turned on, AudioPilot® continuously adjusts the audio system equalization, to compensate for background noise, so that music always sounds the same at the set volume level. This feature is most effective at lower radio volume settings where background noise can affect how well the music is heard.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite Drivers are encouraged to set up their radio station favorites while the vehicle is stopped. Tune to favorite stations using the softkeys, favorites button, and steering wheel controls, if the vehicle has this feature. See Defensive Driving on page 5‑2.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Setting the Tone (Bass/Midrange/Treble) BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, or Treble): To adjust bass, midrange, or treble, press the f knob until the tone control tabs display. Continue pressing to highlight the desired tab, or press the softkey below the tab. Turn the f knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the highlighted setting.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (89,1) Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Finding a Category (CAT) Station BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade): To adjust balance or fade, press the f knob until the speaker control tabs display. Continue pressing to highlight the desired tab, or press the softkey under the tab. Turn the f knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the highlighted setting.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Undesired XM categories can be removed through the setup menu. To remove an undesired category: 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Press the softkey below the XM CAT tab. 3. Turn the f knob to display the category to be removed. 4. Press the softkey under the Remove tab until the category name along with the word Removed displays. 5. Repeat the steps to remove more categories.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (91,1) Radio Messages for XM Only Care of CDs and DVDs See XM Radio Messages on page 4‑115 later in this section for further detail. If playing a CD-R, the sound quality can be reduced due to CD-R or CD-RW quality, the method of recording, the quality of the music that has been recorded, and the way the CD-R or CD-RW has been handled. Handle them carefully.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Inserting a Disc (In Either the DVD or CD Slot) Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player pulls it in and the CD should begin playing in 5 to 20 seconds for a CD, and in 30 seconds for a DVD, depending on media type and format ranges. If the ignition or radio is turned off, while a CD is in the player, it stays in the player.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (93,1) For Radios with CD/MP3/DVD and USB, press the left arrow to go to the start of the current track, if more than five seconds on the CD have played. If less than five seconds on the CD have played, the previous track plays. Press the right arrow to go to the next track. CD is in the player. Press again and the system automatically searches for an auxiliary input device, such as a portable audio player.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (94,1) Radios with CD and DVD Audio Output Playing an MP3 CD-R or CD-RW Disc Only one audio source can be heard through the speakers at a time. An audio source is defined as DVD slot, CD slot, XM, FM/AM, Front Auxiliary Jack, or Rear Auxiliary Jack. Radios with a Single CD player have the capability of playing an MP3 CD-R or CD-RW disc. For more information on how to play an MP3 CD-R or CD-RW disc, see “Using an MP3” in the index.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Player Error: There are disc LOAD or disc EJECT problems. Black plate (95,1) The DVD player is only compatible with DVDs of the appropriate region code that is printed on the jacket of most DVDs. . It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play. . The road is very rough. When the road becomes smoother, the CD should play. . The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down. . The air is very humid.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Ejecting a Disc Press the Z button on the radio to eject the disc. If a disc is ejected from the radio, but not removed, the radio reloads the disc after a short period of time. The disc is stored in the radio. The radio does not resume play of the disc automatically. If the RSA system is sourced to the DVD, the movie when reloaded into the DVD player begins to play again. In case loading and reading of a DVD or CD cannot be completed (unknown format, etc.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 s REV (Fast Reverse): Press to quickly reverse the CD or DVD at five times the normal speed. The radio displays the elapsed time while in fast reverse. To stop fast reversing, press again. This button might not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews. \ FWD (Fast Forward): Press to fast forward the CD or DVD. The radio displays the elapsed time and fast forwards five times the normal speed. To stop fast forwarding, press again.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (98,1) DVD-A (Audio) Display Buttons Stopping and Resuming Playback Once a DVD-A is inserted, radio display menu shows several tab options for DVD playing. Press the softkeys under any desired tab option during DVD playback. See the tab options listed after, for more information.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 No Disc Inserted: This message displays, if no disc is present when the Z or DVD/CD AUX button is pressed on the radio. Using the Auxiliary Input Jack The radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate. This is not an audio output; do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack. An external audio device such as an iPod, laptop computer, MP3 player, CD player, or cassette tape player, etc.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (100,1) See “Using the Auxiliary Input Jack(s)” later in this section, or “Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks” under, Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System on page 4‑128 for more information. Make sure the iPod has the latest firmware from Apple ® for proper operation. iPod firmware can be updated using the latest iTunes® application. See www.apple.com/itunes. Using the USB Port For help with identifying your iPod, go to www.apple.com/support.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 CD‐R or CD‐RW Supported File and Folder Structure The radio supports: . Up to 50 folders. . Up to 8 folders in depth. . Up to 50 playlists. . Up to 255 files. . Playlists with an .m3u or .wpl extension. . Files with an .mp3, .wma, or .cda file extension. USB Supported File and Folder Structure The radio supports: Black plate (101,1) Root Directory The root directory is treated as a folder.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 File System and Naming The song name that displays is the song name that is contained in the ID3 tag. If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag, then the radio displays the file name without the extension (such as .mp3) as the track name. Track names longer than 32 characters or four pages are shortened. The display does not show parts of words on the last page of text and the extension of the filename is not displayed.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (103,1) S c (Previous Folder): Press the softkey below S c to go to the first track in the previous folder. c T (Next Folder): Press the softkey below go to the first track in the next folder. c T to RDM (Random): MP3 files on the CD-R or CD-RW can be listened to in random, rather than sequential order. To use random, press the softkey under the RDM tab. Press the same softkey again to turn off random play.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (104,1) Connecting a USB Storage Device or iPod® Using the Radio to Control a USB Storage Device or iPod The USB Port can be used to control an iPod or a USB storage device. The radio can control a USB storage device or an iPod using the radio buttons and knobs and display song information on the radio’s display. To connect a USB storage device, connect the device to the USB port located on the instrument panel or in the center console.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Using Softkeys to Control a USB Storage Device or iPod The five softkeys below the radio display are used to control the functions listed below. To use the softkeys: 1. Press the first or fifth softkey below the radio display to display the functions listed below, or press the softkey below the function if it is currently displayed. 2. Press the softkey below the tab with the function on it to use that function.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 h (Music Navigator): Press the softkey below h to view and select a file on an iPod, using the iPod's menu system. Files are sorted by: . Playlists . Artists . Albums . Genres . Songs . Composers To select files: 1. Press the softkey below h. f to scroll through the list of menus. Press f to select the desired menu. Turn f to scroll through the folders or files in the 2. Turn 3. 4. selected menu. 5.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Shuffle Functionality To use Shuffle: Press the softkey below >, 2, < or = to select between Shuffle Off, Shuffle All Songs/Shuffle Songs, Shuffle Album, or Shuffle Folder. > (Shuffle Off): Press the softkey below 2 to turn shuffle off. This is the default mode when a USB storage device or iPod is first connected. 2 (Shuffle All Songs / Shuffle Songs): Press the softkey below = or < to shuffle all songs on the USB storage device or iPod.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 CD‐R or CD‐RW Supported File and Folder Structure The DVD Player supports: Black plate (108,1) USB Supported File and Folder Structure The radio supports: . Up to 700 folders. . Up to 255 folders. . Up to 8 folders in depth. . Up to 8 folders in depth. . Up to 65,535 files. . Up to 15 playlists. . Folder and file names up to 64 bytes. . Up to 40 sessions. . Files with an .mp3 or .wma file extension. . Playlists with an .m3u or .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Empty Folder Folders that do not contain files are skipped, and the player advances to the next folder that contains files. Black plate (109,1) Tracks are played in the following order: . Play begins from the first track in the first playlist and continues sequentially through all tracks in each playlist. When the last track of the last playlist has played, play continues from the first track of the first playlist. .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Preprogrammed Playlists Preprogrammed playlists that were created using WinAmp™, MusicMatch™, or Real Jukebox™ software can be accessed, however, they cannot be edited using the radio. These playlists are treated as special folders containing compressed audio song files. Black plate (110,1) s REV (Reverse): Press and hold to reverse playback quickly. Sound is heard at a reduced volume and the elapsed time of the file displays. Release s REV to resume playing.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (111,1) When the scan is finished, the disc begins playing files in order by artist. The current artist playing is shown on the second line of the display. Once all songs by that artist are played, the player moves to the next artist in alphabetical order and begins playing files by that artist. Connecting a USB Storage Device or iPod® To listen to files by another artist, press the softkey located below either arrow tab.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (112,1) Using the Radio to Control a USB Storage Device or iPod Using Softkeys to Control a USB Storage Device or iPod The radio can control a USB storage device or an iPod using the radio buttons and knobs and display song information on the radio’s display. The five softkeys below the radio display are used to control the functions listed below. f (Tune): Turn to select files.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 c (Folder View): Press the softkey below c to view the contents of the current folder on the USB drive. To browse and select files: 1. Press the softkey below c. f to scroll through the list of folders. Press f to select the folder. If there is more than 2. Turn 3. one folder, repeat Steps 1 and 2 until the folder is reached. 4. Turn f to scroll through the files in the selected folder. 5. Press f to select the file to be played.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 To skip through large lists, the five softkeys can be used to navigate in the following order: . First softkey, first item in the list. . Second softkey, 1% through the list each time the softkey is pressed. . Third softkey, 5% through the list each time the softkey is pressed. . Fourth softkey, 10% through the list each time the softkey is pressed. . Fifth softkey, end of the list.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 XM Radio Messages XL (Explicit Language Channels): These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a customer's request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). XM Updating: The encryption code in the receiver is being updated, and no action is required. This process should take no longer than 30 seconds. No XM Signal: The system is functioning correctly, but the vehicle is in a location that is blocking the XM™ signal.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Check XM Receivr: If this message does not clear within a short period of time, the receiver could have a fault. Consult with your dealer. XM Not Available: If this message does not clear within a short period of time, the receiver could have a fault. Consult with your dealer. Navigation/Radio System Black plate (116,1) Voice Recognition The Bluetooth system uses voice recognition to interpret voice commands to dial phone numbers and name tags.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Bluetooth Controls Black plate (117,1) Pairing Information: . Up to five cell phones can be paired to the in‐ vehicle Bluetooth system. . The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is moving. b g (Push To Talk) : Press to answer incoming calls, to confirm system information, and to start speech recognition. . The in‐vehicle Bluetooth system automatically links with the first available paired cell phone in the order the phone was paired.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Pairing a Phone 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “Bluetooth”. The system responds with “Bluetooth ready” followed by a tone. 3. Say “Pair”. The system responds with instructions and a four digit PIN number. The PIN number will be used in Step 4. 4. Start the Pairing process on the cell phone that will be paired to the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Deleting a Paired Phone Black plate (119,1) Linking to a Different Phone 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “Bluetooth”. The system responds with “Bluetooth ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “Bluetooth”. The system responds with “Bluetooth ready” followed by a tone. 3. Say “Delete”.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Storing Name Tags The system can store up to thirty phone numbers as name tags that are shared between the Bluetooth and OnStar systems. The system uses the following commands to store and retrieve phone numbers: . Store . Digit Store . Directory Using the Store Command The store command allows a phone number to be stored without entering the digits individually. 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 2.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Using the Digit Store Command The digit store command allows a phone number to be stored by entering the digits individually. 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “Digit Store”. The system responds with “Please say the first digit to store” followed by a tone. 3. Say the first digit to be stored. The system will repeat back the digit it heard followed by a tone.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (122,1) Deleting Name Tags Using the Delete All Name Tags Command The system uses the following commands to delete name tags: The delete all name tags command deletes all stored phone book name tags and route name tags for OnStar (if present). . Delete . Delete all name tags Using the Delete Command The delete command allows specific name tags to be deleted. To use the delete command: 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Using the Dial Command Black plate (123,1) Using the Digit Dial Command 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “Dial”. The system responds with “Dial using ”. “Number please” followed by a tone. 2. Say “Digit Dial”.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Using the Call Command Black plate (124,1) Using the Re‐dial Command 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “Call”. The system responds with “Call using . Please say the name tag” followed by a tone. 2. After the tone, say “Re‐dial”.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (125,1) Call Waiting Call waiting must be supported on the Bluetooth phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work. . Press b g to answer an incoming call when another call is active. The original call is placed on hold. b g again to return to the original call. . Press . To ignore the incoming call, continue with the original call with no action. . Press c x to disconnect the current call and switch to the call on hold.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (126,1) Transferring a Call Voice Pass-Thru Audio can be transferred between the in‐vehicle Bluetooth system and the cell phone. Voice Pass‐Thru allows access to the voice recognition commands on the cell phone. See the cell phone manufacturers user guide to see if the cell phone supports this feature. This feature can be used to verbally access contacts stored in the cell phone.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Sending a Number During a Call Black plate (127,1) Sending a Stored Name Tag During a Call 1. Press b g. The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 1. Press b g. The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “Dial”. The system responds with “Say a number to send tones” followed by a tone. 2. Say “Send name tag.” The system responds with “Say a name tag to send tones” followed by a tone. 3. Say the number to send. 3.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Clearing the System Unless information is deleted out of the in‐vehicle Bluetooth system, it will be retained indefinitely. This includes all saved name tags in the phonebook and phone pairing information. For information on how to delete this information, see the above sections on Deleting a Paired Phone and Deleting Name Tags. Other Information The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth® SIG, Inc.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (129,1) Parental Control Headphones The RSE system may have a Parental Control feature, depending on which radio the vehicle has. To enable Parental Control, press and hold the radio power button for more than two seconds to stop all system features such as: radio, video screen, RSA, DVD and/or CD. While Parental Control is on, a padlock icon displays. The RSE includes two 2-channel wireless headphones that are dedicated to this system.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Infrared transmitters are located at the rear of the RSE overhead console. The headphones shut off automatically to save the battery power if the RSE system and RSA are shut off or if the headphones are out of range of the transmitters for more than three minutes. If you move too far forward or step out of the vehicle, the headphones lose the audio signal. The headphones may automatically turn off after four hours of continuous use.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks Black plate (131,1) To use the auxiliary inputs of the RSE system, connect an external auxiliary device to the color-coded A/V jacks and turn both the auxiliary device and the video screen power on. If the video screen is in the DVD player mode, pressing the AUX (auxiliary) button on the remote control switches the video screen from the DVD player mode to the auxiliary device.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (132,1) Audio Output Video Screen(s) Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs can be heard through the following possible sources: The video screen(s) are located in the overhead console. . Wireless Headphones . Vehicle Speakers . Vehicle wired headphone jacks on the rear seat audio system, if the vehicle has this feature. The RSE system always transmits the audio signal to the wireless headphones, if there is audio available.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (133,1) Remote Control Remote Control Buttons To use the remote control, aim it at the transmitter window at the rear of the overhead console and press the desired button. Direct sunlight or very bright light could affect the ability of the RSE transmitter to receive signals from the remote control. If the remote control does not seem to be working, the batteries might need to be replaced. See “Battery Replacement” later in this section.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (134,1) q (Return): Press this button to exit the current active menu and return to the previous menu. This button operates only when the display menu or a DVD menu is active. u (Next Track/Chapter): Press this button to go to the beginning of the next chapter or track. This button might not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews. c (Stop): r (Fast Reverse): Press this button to fast reverse the DVD or CD.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 { (Subtitles): Press this button to turn ON/OFF subtitles and to move through subtitle options when a DVD is playing. The format and content of this function vary for each disc. AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to switch the system between the DVD player and an auxiliary source. d (Camera): Press this button to change camera angles on DVDs that have this feature when a DVD is playing. The format and content of this function vary for each disc.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Tips and Troubleshooting Chart Black plate (136,1) Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont'd) Recommended Action Problem Recommended Action No power. The ignition might not be turned ON/RUN or in ACC/ ACCESSORY. The picture does not fill the screen. There are black borders on the top and bottom or on both sides or it looks stretched out. Check the display mode settings in the setup menu by pressing the display menu button on the remote control.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont'd) Problem I lost the remote and/or the headphones. The DVD is playing, but there is no picture or sound. Recommended Action See your dealer for assistance. Check that the RSE video screen is sourced to the DVD player. Black plate (137,1) DVD Distortion Video distortion can occur when operating cellular phones, scanners, CB radios, Global Position Systems (GPS)*, two-way radios, mobile fax, or walkie talkies.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Vehicles with this feature allow the rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources: radio, CDs, DVDs, or other auxiliary sources. However, the rear seat passengers can only control the music sources the front seat passengers are not listening to (except on some radios where dual control is allowed).
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 SRCE (Source): Press this button to switch between the radio (AM/FM), XM™ (if equipped), CD, and if the vehicle has these features, DVD, front auxiliary, and rear auxiliary. © ¨ (Seek): When listening to FM, AM, or XM™ (if equipped), press the left © or right ¨ seek arrow to go to the previous or to the next station or channel and stay there. This function is inactive, with some radios, if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Theft-Deterrent Feature ® THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of the vehicle's radio by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The radio does not operate if it is stolen or moved to a different vehicle. Audio Steering Wheel Controls Vehicles with audio steering wheel controls could differ depending on the vehicle's options. Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Navigating folders on an iPod or USB Device (Vehicles without a Navigation System): 1. Press and hold w or x while listening to a song until the contents of the current folder display on the radio display. 2. Press and hold folder list. x to go back to the previous 3. Press and release the list. w or x to scroll up or down . To select a folder, press and hold w, or press ¨ when the folder is highlighted. .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 SRCE (Source/Voice Recognition): Press to switch between the radio, CD, and for vehicles with, DVD, front auxiliary, and rear auxiliary. For vehicles with the navigation system, press and hold this button for longer than one second to initiate voice recognition. See “Voice Recognition” in the Navigation System manual for more information. ¨ (Seek): Press to go to the next radio station while in AM, FM, or XM™.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous United States, and in Canada. Just as with FM, tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals, causing the sound to fade in and out. In addition, traveling or standing under heavy foliage, bridges, garages, or tunnels may cause loss of the XM signal for a period of time.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 2 NOTES 4-144 Black plate (144,1)
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Section 5 Black plate (1,1) Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle Defensive Driving Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving defensively is to wear your safety belt — See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 2‑33. { WARNING: Assume that other road users (pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do and be ready. In addition: .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Police records show that almost 40 percent of all motor vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases, these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving. In recent years, more than 17,000 annual motor vehicle-related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol, with about 250,000 people injured. For persons under 21, it is against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Braking If the vehicle is a Two‐mode Hybrid, see the Two‐mode Hybrid manual for more information. See Brake System Warning Light on page 4‑36. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time. Average reaction time is about three‐fourths of a second. But that is only an average.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Antilock Brake System (ABS) This vehicle has the Antilock Brake System (ABS), an advanced electronic braking system that helps prevent a braking skid. When the engine is started and the vehicle begins to drive away, ABS checks itself. A momentary motor or clicking noise might be heard while this test is going on. This is normal. If there is a problem with ABS, this warning light stays on. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light on page 4‑37.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (6,1) Braking in Emergencies StabiliTrak® System ABS allows the driver to steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help more than even the very best braking. The vehicle has a vehicle stability enhancement system called StabiliTrak. It is an advanced computer controlled system that assists the driver with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 If the system fails to turn on or activate, the StabiliTrak light along with one of the following messages will be displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC): TRACTION CONTROL OFF, SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL, STABILITRAK OFF, SERVICE STABILITRAK. If these DIC messages appear, make sure the StabiliTrak system has not been turned off using the StabiliTrak on/off button.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (8,1) It is recommended to leave the system on for normal driving conditions, but it may be necessary to turn the system off if the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow, and you want to “rock” the vehicle to attempt to free it. It may also be necessary to turn off the system when driving in extreme off-road conditions where high wheel spin is required. See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow on page 5‑31.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (9,1) Locking Rear Axle Steering Tips Vehicles with a locking rear axle can give more traction on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like a standard axle most of the time, but when traction is low, this feature will allow the rear wheel with the most traction to move the vehicle. It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (10,1) Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. These problems can be avoided by braking — if you can stop in time. But sometimes you cannot stop in time because there is no room.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (11,1) Off-Road Recovery Passing The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. Passing another vehicle on a two-lane road can be dangerous. To reduce the risk of danger while passing: . Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations that might affect a successful pass. If in doubt, wait. .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Skidding In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to the vehicle's three control systems. In the braking skid, the wheels are not rolling.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Off-Road Driving Vehicles with four-wheel drive can be used for off-road driving. Vehicles without four-wheel drive and vehicles with 20‐inch tire/wheel assemblies should not be driven off-road except on a level, solid surface. The airbag system is designed to work properly under a wide range of conditions, including off‐road usage. Always wear your safety belt and observe safe driving speeds, especially on rough terrain.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 If you think you will need some more ground clearance at the front of your vehicle, you can remove the front fascia lower air dam. The air dam is held in place by two bolts and 10 snaps accessible from underneath the front fascia. To remove the air dam: 1. Remove the two outboard air dam bolts. Black plate (14,1) Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving { WARNING: .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 . The heaviest things should be on the floor, forward of the rear axle. Put heavier items as far forward as you can. . Be sure the load is properly secured, so things are not tossed around. You will find other important information under Loading the Vehicle on page 5‑33 and Tires on page 6‑63. Black plate (15,1) . Always carry a litter bag and make sure all refuse is removed from any campsite before leaving. .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving It is a good idea to practice in an area that is safe and close to home before you go into the wilderness. Off-roading requires some new and different skills. Tune your senses to different kinds of signals. Your eyes need to constantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles. Your ears need to listen for unusual tire or engine sounds. Use your arms, hands, feet, and body to respond to vibrations and vehicle bounce.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Surface Obstacles: Unseen or hidden obstacles can be hazardous. A rock, log, hole, rut, or bump can startle you if you are not prepared for them. Often these obstacles are hidden by grass, bushes, snow, or even the rise and fall of the terrain itself. Some things to consider: . Is the path ahead clear? . Will the surface texture change abruptly up ahead? . Does the travel take you uphill or downhill? .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (18,1) Approaching a Hill Driving Uphill When you approach a hill, decide if it is too steep to climb, descend, or cross. Steepness can be hard to judge. On a very small hill, for example, there may be a smooth, constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 . Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you are there. . Use headlamps even during the day to make the vehicle more visible to oncoming traffic. Black plate (19,1) . If the engine has stopped running, you need to restart it. With the brake pedal pressed and the parking brake still applied, shift the transmission to P (Park) and restart the engine.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 If, after stalling, you try to back down the hill and decide you just cannot do it, set the parking brake, put your transmission in P (Park), and turn off the engine. Leave the vehicle and go get some help. Exit on the uphill side and stay clear of the path the vehicle would take if it rolled downhill. If the vehicle has a transfer case with a N (Neutral) position, do not shift the transfer case to Neutral when you leave the vehicle. Leave it in some gear.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 { WARNING: Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade. This could cause loss of control and a serious accident. Apply the brakes lightly when descending a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle speed under control. Black plate (21,1) Vehicles are much more likely to stall when going uphill, but if it happens when going downhill: 1. Stop the vehicle by applying the regular brakes and apply the parking brake. 2.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Driving Across an Incline Black plate (22,1) . Surface conditions can be a problem. Loose gravel, muddy spots, or even wet grass can cause the tires to slip sideways, downhill. If the vehicle slips sideways, it can hit something that will trip it — a rock, a rut, etc. — and roll over. . Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Stalling on an Incline { WARNING: Getting out on the downhill (low) side of a vehicle stopped across an incline is dangerous. If the vehicle rolls over, you could be crushed or killed. Always get out on the uphill (high) side of the vehicle and stay well clear of the rollover path. If the vehicle stalls when crossing an incline, be sure you, and any passengers, get out on the uphill side, even if the door there is harder to open.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Driving in Water { WARNING: Driving through rushing water can be dangerous. Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your passengers could drown. If it is only shallow water, it can still wash away the ground from under your tires, and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over. Do not drive through rushing water. Heavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood waters demand extreme caution.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving because some drivers are likely to be impaired — by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Black plate (25,1) . Watch for animals. . When tired, pull off the road. . Do not wear sunglasses. . Avoid staring directly into approaching headlamps. . Keep the windshield and all glass on your vehicle clean — inside and out. .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (26,1) Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Hydroplaning Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddles and deep‐standing or flowing water. Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under your vehicle's tires so they actually ride on the water.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (27,1) Before Leaving on a Long Trip Highway Hypnosis To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having it serviced by your dealer before departing. Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving. If you become tired or sleepy, find a safe place to park your vehicle and rest. Things to check on your own include: .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (28,1) Hill and Mountain Roads { WARNING: Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include: . Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. . Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission. . Going down steep or long hills, shift to a lower gear.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Winter Driving Driving on Snow or Ice Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip. Wet ice can occur at about 0°C (32°F) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in even less traction. Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treated with salt or sand. Drive with caution, whatever the condition. Accelerate gently so traction is not lost.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Blizzard Conditions Being stuck in snow can be in a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, use the Roadside Assistance Program on page 8‑7. To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: . Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4‑3. . Tie a red cloth to an outside mirror. { WARNING: Snow can trap engine exhaust under the vehicle. This may cause exhaust gases to get inside.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 To save fuel, run the engine for only short periods as needed to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off and close the window most of the way to save heat. Repeat this until help arrives but only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. Moving about to keep warm also helps. If it takes some time for help to arrive, now and then when you run the engine, push the accelerator pedal slightly so the engine runs faster than the idle speed.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels. For four-wheel-drive vehicles, shift into Four‐Wheel High or, if the vehicle has a two‐speed automatic transfer case, Four‐Wheel Low. For vehicles with StabiliTrak®, turn the traction control part of the system off. Shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and a forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (33,1) Loading the Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it was designed to carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification/Tire label. { CAUTION: Notice: Never use recovery hooks to tow the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Tire and Loading Information Label Black plate (34,1) The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the size of the original equipment tires (C) and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures (D). For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 6‑63 and Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 6‑72 . There is also important loading information on the vehicle Certification/Tire label.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (35,1) 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 − 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (36,1) Example 2 Item A B C 5-36 Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Weight @ 150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = Example 3 Total Item 1,000 lbs (453 kg) A 750 lbs (136 kg) B 250 lbs (113 kg) C Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = Subtract Occupant Weight @ 200 lbs (91 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 0 lbs (0 kg)
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Refer to your vehicle's tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed your vehicle's capacity weight. Certification/Tire Label Black plate (37,1) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 The Certification/Tire label also contains information about your Front Axle Reserve Capacity. And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. { CAUTION: Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). If you do, parts on the vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 WARNING: (Continued) . When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can. . Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to. There is also important loading information for off-road driving in this manual. See “Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving” under Off-Road Driving on page 5‑13 .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Here are some guidelines for safely carrying a snow plow on your vehicle: . Make sure the weight on the front and rear axles does not exceed the axle rating for each. . For the front axle, if more cargo or passengers must be carried, appropriate counter ballast must be installed rear of the rear axle. Counter ballast must be properly secured so it will not move during driving. . Follow the snow plow manufacturer's recommendations regarding rear ballast.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 In order to calculate the amount of weight any front accessory, such as a snow plow, is adding to the front axle, use the following formula: Black plate (41,1) For example, adding a 700 lb (318 kg) snow plow actually adds more than 700 lbs (318 kg) to the front axle. Using the formula, if the snow plow is 4 ft (122 cm) in front of the front axle and the wheel base is 10 ft (305 cm), then: W = 700 lb (318 kg) A = 4 ft (122 cm) W.B. = 10 ft (305 cm) (W x (A + W.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 You can add heavier equipment on the front of the vehicle if you compensate for it by carrying fewer passengers, less cargo, or by positioning cargo towards the rear. This has the effect of reducing the load on the front. However, the front GAWR, rear GAWR, and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) must never be exceeded.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (43,1) Emergency Roof Lamp Provisions Recreational Vehicle Towing Vehicles with the RPO VYU snow plow prep package also have an emergency roof lamp provision package, RPO TRW. Wiring for the emergency roof lamp is provided above the overhead console. See Auxiliary Roof-Mounted Lamp on page 4‑14 for switch location. If the vehicle has a two–mode hybrid engine, see the Two–mode Hybrid manual for more information.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Dinghy Towing Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles and Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles with a Single Speed Automatic Transfer Case Black plate (44,1) Notice: If the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground, the drivetrain components could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not tow the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles with a Two Speed Automatic Transfer Case Black plate (45,1) { WARNING: Shifting a four-wheel-drive vehicle's transfer case into N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in P (Park). The driver or others could be injured. Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before the transfer case is shifted to N (Neutral). 4. Shift the transfer case to N (Neutral).
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Dolly Towing Front Towing (Front Wheels Off the Ground) Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles and Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles with a Single Speed Automatic Transfer Case Black plate (46,1) Notice: If a two-wheel drive vehicle or a four-wheel drive vehicle with a single speed automatic transfer case is towed with the rear wheels on the ground, the transmission could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles with a Two Speed Automatic Transfer Case Black plate (47,1) { WARNING: Shifting a four-wheel-drive vehicle's transfer case into N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in P (Park). The driver or others could be injured. Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before the transfer case is shifted to N (Neutral). 5. Shift the transfer case to N (Neutral).
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) Black plate (48,1) 3. Firmly set the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 3‑48. 4. Put the transmission in P (Park). 5. Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer's instructions. 6. Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position. 7.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (49,1) 4. Put the transmission in P (Park). Level Control 5. Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer's instructions. Automatic Level Control 6. Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position. The automatic level control rear suspension is available on light‐duty vehicles and comes as a part of the Autoride® suspension, if equipped.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (50,1) Autoride® Towing a Trailer With this feature, improved vehicle ride and handling is provided under a variety of passenger and loading conditions. If the vehicle has a two–mode hybrid engine, see the Two–mode Hybrid manual for more information. The system is fully automatic and uses a computer controller to continuously monitor vehicle speed, wheel to body position, lift/dive and steering position of the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Notice: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage the vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this section and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with the vehicle. Black plate (51,1) Pulling A Trailer Here are some important points: . There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (52,1) Important considerations that have to do with weight: . The weight of the trailer . The weight of the trailer tongue . The weight on the vehicle's tires . And the weight of the trailering combination on any special equipment on the vehicle, and the amount of tongue weight the vehicle can carry. See “Weight of the Trailer Tongue” later in this section for more information.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (53,1) Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* 1500 Series 4WD Short Wheel Base 5.3L V8 3.08 5,200 lbs (2 359 kg) 11,000 lbs (4 990 kg) 5.3L V8 3.42 5,700 lbs (2 586 kg) 11,500 lbs (5 216 kg) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3.42 8,200 lbs (3 720 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg) 1500 Series 4WD Long Wheel Base 5.3L V8 3.08 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) 11,000 lbs (4 990 kg) 5.3L V8 3.42 5,400 lbs (2 449 kg) 11,500 lbs (5 216 kg) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (54,1) Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is very important because it is also part of the vehicle weight. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo carried in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle as well as trailer tongue weight.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for the vehicle. Choose the shortest hitch extension that will position the hitch ball closest to the vehicle. This will help reduce the effect of trailer tongue weight on the rear axle. Trailering may be limited by the vehicle's ability to carry tongue weight. Tongue or kingpin weight cannot cause the vehicle to exceed the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or the RGAWR (Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating).
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Weight‐Distributing Hitch Adjustment Black plate (56,1) Safety Chains Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Tow/Haul Mode Pressing this button at the end of the shift lever turns on and off the tow/ haul mode. This indicator light on the instrument panel cluster comes on when the tow/ haul mode is on. Black plate (57,1) Tow/Haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75 percent of the vehicle's Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR). See “Weight of the Trailer” earlier in the section.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Trailer Brakes A loaded trailer that weighs more than 2,000 lbs (900 kg) needs to have its own brake system that is adequate for the weight of the trailer. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so they are installed, adjusted and maintained properly. Since the vehicle is equipped with StabiliTrak ®, the trailer brakes cannot tap into the vehicle's hydraulic system.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 The ITBC system is powered through the vehicle's electrical system. Turning the ignition off will also turn off the ITBC system. The ITBC system is fully functional only when the ignition is in ON or in RUN. The ITBC system can only be used with trailers with electric brakes. { WARNING: Connecting a trailer that is not compatible with the ITBC system may result in reduced or complete loss of trailer braking.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Trailer Brake Control Panel Black plate (60,1) Trailer Brake DIC Display Page The ITBC system displays messages into the vehicle’s Driver Information Center (DIC). See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4‑62 for more information. The display page indicates Trailer Gain setting, power output to the electric trailer brakes, trailer connection and system operational status.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (61,1) All DIC warning and service messages must first be acknowledged by the driver by pressing the odometer trip stem or the DIC Vehicle Information button (if equipped) before the Trailer Brake Display Page can be displayed and Trailer Gain can be adjusted. TRAILER OUTPUT – This is displayed any time a trailer with electric brakes is connected.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Manual Trailer Brake Apply The Manual Trailer Brake Apply Lever is located on the Trailer Brake Control Panel and is used to apply the trailer’s electric brakes independent of the vehicle’s brakes. This lever is used in the Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure to properly adjust the power output to the trailer brakes. Sliding the lever to the left will apply only the trailer brakes.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 4. Adjust the Trailer Gain by using the gain adjustment (+ / -) buttons on the Trailer Brake Control Panel. 5. Drive the vehicle with the trailer attached on a level road surface representative of the towing condition and free of traffic at about 20 to 25 mph (32 to 40 km/h) and fully apply the Manual Trailer Brake Apply lever. Adjusting trailer gain at speeds lower than 20 to 25 mph (32 to 40 km/h) may result in an incorrect gain setting. 6.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 2. There is an electrical fault in the wiring to the electric trailer brakes. This message will continue as long as there is an electrical fault in the trailer wiring. This message will also turn off if the driver acknowledges this message off. To determine if the electrical fault is on the vehicle side or trailer side of the trailer wiring harness connection, do the following: 1. Disconnect the trailer wiring harness from the vehicle. 2. Turn the ignition OFF.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Driving with a Trailer { WARNING: When towing a trailer, exhaust gases may collect at the rear of the vehicle and enter if the liftgate, trunk/hatch, or rear-most window is open. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. To maximize safety when towing a trailer: . Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks and make necessary repairs before starting a trip. .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving the vehicle without a trailer. This can help to avoid heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing More passing distance is needed when towing a trailer. The combination will not accelerate as quickly and is longer so it is necessary to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before returning to the lane. Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Parking on Hills { WARNING: Parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer attached can be dangerous. If something goes wrong, the rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both the vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. When possible, always park the rig on a flat surface. If parking the rig on a hill: 1. Press the brake pedal, but do not shift into P (Park) yet. Turn the wheels into the curb if facing downhill or into traffic if facing uphill. 2.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal. Black plate (68,1) Trailer Wiring Harness 2. Start the engine The vehicle is equipped with the following wiring harnesses for towing a trailer. 3. Shift into a gear Basic Trailer Wiring 4. Release the parking brake The trailer wiring harness, with a seven-pin connector, is located at the rear of the vehicle and is tied to the vehicle's frame.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Harness Package The vehicle is equipped with the seven-wire trailer towing harness. This harness with a seven-pin universal trailer connector is attached to a bracket on the hitch platform. Black plate (69,1) The seven-wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: . Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal . Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal . Brown: Taillamps . White: Ground . Light Green: Back-up Lamps .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Electric Brake Control Wiring Provisions These wiring provisions are included with the vehicle as part of the trailer wiring package. These provisions are for an electric brake controller. The instrument panel contains blunt cut wires near the data link connector for the trailer brake controller. The harness contains the following wires: . Dark Blue: Brake Signal to Trailer Connector . Red/Black: Battery . Light Blue/White: Brake Switch .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Section 6 Black plate (1,1) Service and Appearance Care Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 California Proposition 65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 Doing Your Own Service Work . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Section 6 Black plate (2,1) Service and Appearance Care Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . License Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Section 6 Black plate (3,1) Service and Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sheet Metal Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Finish Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Underbody Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (4,1) Service Accessories and Modifications For service and parts needs, visit your dealer. You will receive genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems, many fluids, and some component wear by-products contain and/or emit these chemicals.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (6,1) Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See Maintenance Record on page 7‑15. Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle Things added to the outside of the vehicle can affect the airflow around it. This can cause wind noise and can affect fuel economy and windshield washer performance. Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 If the vehicle has the 5.3L V8 engine (VIN Code 0), the 5.3L V8 engine (VIN Code 3), the 6.0L V8 engine (VIN Code J), or the 6.2L V8 engine (VIN Code 2), you can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). See Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on page 6‑9. In all other engines, use only unleaded gasoline. See Gasoline Octane on page 6‑7. Gasoline Octane For all vehicles except those with the 6.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (8,1) California Fuel Additives If the vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. See the underhood emission control label. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards, the vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance might be affected.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Also, your dealer has additives that will help correct and prevent most deposit‐related problems. Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines might be available in your area. We recommend that you use these gasolines, if they comply with the specifications described earlier. However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels containing more than 10% ethanol must not be used in vehicles that were not designed for those fuels.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 At a minimum, E85 should meet ASTM Specification D 5798. By definition, this means that fuel labeled E85 will have an ethanol content between 70% and 85%. Filling the fuel tank with fuel mixtures that do not meet ASTM specifications can affect driveability and could cause the malfunction indicator lamp to come on. To ensure quick starts in the wintertime, the E85 fuel must be formulated properly for your climate according to ASTM specification D 5798.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (11,1) Filling the Tank { WARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island. Turn off the engine when refueling. Do not smoke near fuel or when refueling the vehicle. Do not use cellular phones. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from fuel. Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (12,1) { WARNING: Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way. To open the fuel door, push the rearward center edge in and release and it will open.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 If the vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC), the TIGHTEN GAS CAP message displays if the fuel cap is not properly installed. { WARNING: If a fire starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant. Leave the area immediately. Notice: If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer can get one for you.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Checking Things Under the Hood { WARNING: An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. { WARNING: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (15,1) 3. Push the secondary hood release to the right. 4. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then bring the hood from full open to within 6 inches (152 mm) from the closed position, pause, then push the front center of the hood with a swift, firm motion to fully close the hood. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and locate the secondary hood release, near the center of the grille.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (16,1) Engine Compartment Overview If the vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. When you open the hood on the 5.3L engine (6.0L and 6.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 6‑21. B. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System on page 6‑30. C. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump Starting on page 6‑46. D. Battery on page 6‑45. Black plate (17,1) K. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See “Brake Fluid” under Brakes on page 6‑42. L. Underhood Fuse Block on page 6‑121. M. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 6‑41. E.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, add at least one quart/liter of the recommended oil. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 6‑125. Notice: Do not add too much oil. If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross-hatched area that shows the proper operating range, the engine could be damaged.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for three things: . GM6094M Use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. . . Black plate (19,1) Notice: Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil This vehicle has a computer system that indicates when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change is indicated can vary considerably. For the oil life system to work properly, the system must be reset every time the oil is changed.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (21,1) 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off the trash, pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. 2. Fully press the accelerator pedal slowly three times within five seconds. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 3. Display the OIL LIFE REMAINING on the DIC. If the display shows 100%, the system is reset.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (22,1) Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 1. Locate the air cleaner/ filter assembly . See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6‑16. 2. Loosen the four screws on the cover of the housing and lift up the cover. 3. Remove the engine air cleaner/filter from the housing. Care should be taken to dislodge as little dirt as possible. 4. Clean the engine air cleaner/filter sealing surfaces and the housing. 5.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 { WARNING: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires. Use caution when working on the engine and do not drive with the air cleaner/filter off.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealer service department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. Notice: Too much or too little fluid can damage the transmission.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (25,1) Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: 1. Locate the transmission dipstick handle with this graphic which is located at the rear of the engine compartment, on the passenger side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6‑16 for more information on location. 2. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. 3.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (26,1) How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid (6-Speed Transmission) Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7‑11. When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid Using a funnel, add fluid down the transmission dipstick tube only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid Notice: Too much or too little fluid can damage the transmission. Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Too little fluid could cause the transmission to overheat. Be sure to get an accurate reading if checking the transmission fluid. Before checking the fluid level, prepare the vehicle as follows: 1.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (28,1) Cold Check Procedure Use this procedure only as a reference to determine if the transmission has enough fluid to be operated safely until a hot check procedure can be made. The hot check procedure is the most accurate method to check the fluid level. Perform the hot check procedure at the first opportunity. Use this cold check procedure to check fluid level when the transmission temperature is between 27°C and 32°C (80°F and 90°F). 1.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (29,1) Hot Check Procedure Use this procedure to check the transmission fluid level when the transmission fluid temperature is between 71°C and 93°C (160°F and 200°F). The hot check is the most accurate method to check the fluid level. The hot check should be performed at the first opportunity in order to verify the cold check.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (30,1) Consistency of Readings Always check the fluid level at least twice using the procedure described previously. Consistency (repeatable readings) is important to maintaining proper fluid level. If readings are still inconsistent, contact your dealer. Cooling System If the vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature. 5.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 { WARNING: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Black plate (31,1) Notice: Using coolant other than DEX-COOL® can cause premature engine, heater core, or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant could require changing sooner, at 50 000 km (30,000 miles) or 24 months, whichever occurs first.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 What to Use { WARNING: Adding only plain water or some other liquid to the cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water and other liquids, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. The vehicle's coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, the engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning. The engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (33,1) Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level. Check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 How to Add Coolant to the Surge Tank { WARNING: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. Notice: This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be severely damaged.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (35,1) If no coolant is visible in the surge tank, add coolant as follows: 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one full turn. If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left. 3.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (36,1) 5. Replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is hand-tight and fully seated. 6. Verify coolant level after engine is shut off and the coolant is cold. If necessary, repeat coolant fill procedure Steps 1 through 6. Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 If you do decide to lift the hood, make sure the vehicle is parked on a level surface. Then check to see if the engine cooling fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running. If they are not, do not continue to run the engine and have the vehicle serviced. Notice: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by the vehicle warranty.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment The ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE or the ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE message, along with a low coolant condition, can indicate a serious problem. If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when the vehicle: . Climbs a long hill on a hot day. . Stops after high-speed driving. .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode If an overheated engine condition exists and the ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED message is displayed, an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage. In this mode, you will notice a loss in power and engine performance. This operating mode allows the vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (40,1) Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering Fluid If the vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. To check the power steering fluid: See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6‑16 for reservoir location. 1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down. 2. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean. 3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. 4.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When windshield washer fluid needs to be added, be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions before use. Use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing. Black plate (41,1) Notice: . When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer's instructions for adding water. . Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Brakes Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6‑16 for the location of the reservoir. Black plate (42,1) Do not top off the brake fluid. Adding fluid does not correct a leak. If fluid is added when the linings are worn, there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed. Add or remove brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Checking Brake Fluid Check brake fluid by looking at the brake fluid reservoir. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6‑16. The fluid level should be above MIN. If it is not, have the brake hydraulic system checked to see if there is a leak. Black plate (43,1) Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Brake Wear This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound can come and go or be heard all the time the vehicle is moving, except when applying the brake pedal firmly. { WARNING: The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well. That could lead to a crash.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. The vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality brake parts. When parts of the braking system are replaced — for example, when the brake linings wear down and new ones are installed — be sure to get new approved replacement parts.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Jump Starting If the vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. If the vehicle's battery (or batteries) has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely. { WARNING: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: . They contain acid that can burn you. . They contain gas that can explode or ignite. .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (47,1) Notice: If you leave the radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the warranty. Always turn off the radio and other accessories when jump starting the vehicle. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlets. Turn off the radio and all the lamps that are not needed.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (48,1) { WARNING: WARNING: (Continued) An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Be sure the battery has enough water. You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle. But if a battery has filler caps, be sure the right amount of fluid is there. If it is low, add water to take care of that first.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 { WARNING: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. Black plate (49,1) 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged too.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (50,1) 9. Connect the other end of the negative (−) cable to the remote negative (−) terminal, on the vehicle with the dead battery. 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle that had the bad battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 4. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the other vehicle. 5.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (52,1) How to Check Lubricant 2500 Series 1500 Series To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. . 6-52 For all 4.8L, 5.3L 1500 series and all 6.2L all wheel drive 1500 series luxury model applications , the proper level is from 0.04 inch to 0.75 inch (1.0 mm to 19.0 mm) below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on the rear axle. Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 . For all 6.0L 1500 series and all 6.2L non‐all wheel drive 1500 series luxury model applications, the proper level is from 0.6 inch to 1.6 inches (15 mm to 40 mm) below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on the rear axle. Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level. . The proper fill level for the 2500 series is from 0 to 1/2 inch (0 to 13 mm) below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located at the front of the axle.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (54,1) When to Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to change the lubricant. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7‑3. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7‑11.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (55,1) What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7‑11. Headlamp Aiming The vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system. The aim of the headlamps have been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment. However, if the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the aim of the headlamps can be affected and adjustment can be necessary.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 It is recommended that the vehicle is taken to your dealer for service if the headlamps need to be adjusted. It is possible however, to re-aim the headlamps as described. Black plate (56,1) To adjust the vertical aim: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 6‑14 for more information. The vehicle should: . Be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft. (7.6 m) from a light colored wall. .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (57,1) 4. At a wall measure from the ground upward (A) to the recorded distance from Step 3 and mark it. 5. Draw or tape a horizontal line (B) on the wall or flat surface the width of the vehicle at the height of the mark in Step 4. Notice: Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut-off when aiming. Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build-up which may cause damage to the headlamp. 6.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (58,1) Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 6‑60. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs { WARNING: 9. Make sure that the light from the headlamp is positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line. The lamp on the left (A) shows the correct headlamp aim. The lamp on the right (B) shows the incorrect headlamp aim. 10.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps Black plate (59,1) 2. Remove the two screws from the taillamp assembly. If your vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. A. Taillamp/Stoplamp B. Back-up Lamp C. Turn Signal Lamp/ Taillamp 3. Pull the taillamp assembly rearward until the inner pins on the taillamp assembly are disengaged from the vehicle. To replace one of these bulbs: 1. Open the liftgate.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 License Plate Lamp Black plate (60,1) 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 4. Install the new bulb. 5. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the license plate lamp. Replacement Bulbs If your vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. Exterior Lamp Back-Up Lamp License Plate Lamp Rear Turn Signal Lamp, Taillamp, and Stoplamp 1.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (61,1) Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7‑3. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. To replace the wiper blade assembly: 1. Pull the windshield wiper arm connector away from the windshield. 3. Install the new blade onto the arm connector and make sure the grooved areas are fully set in the locked position.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (62,1) Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement 1. Lift the wiper blade assembly up and out of the park rest position. 4. Replace the wiper blade. 5. Return the wiper blade assembly to the park rest position. 2. Pull the wiper blade assembly away from the backglass. The backglass wiper blade will not lock in a vertical position, so care should be used when pulling it away from the vehicle. 3.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (63,1) Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your vehicle Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer. WARNING: (Continued) . Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires. The resulting accident could cause serious injury.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (64,1) 20‐Inch Tires If your vehicle has the optional 20‐inch P275/ 55R20 size tires, they are classified as touring tires and are designed for on road use. The low‐profile, wide tread design is not recommended for off‐road driving. See Off-Road Driving on page 5‑13 , for additional information. Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into the sidewall.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 (B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Specification): Original equipment tires designed to GM's specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall. GM's TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines. (C) DOT (Department of Transportation) : The Department of Transportation (DOT) code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (66,1) (B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Specification): Original equipment tires designed to GM's specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall. GM's TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines. (C) Dual Tire Maximum Load: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used in a dual configuration.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (67,1) (F) Tire Ply Material : The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (B) Tire Width: The three‐digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall. (G) Single Tire Maximum Load: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used as a single.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (68,1) (D) Construction Code: A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. The letter R means radial ply construction; the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction; and the letter B means belted‐bias ply construction. Light Truck (LT‐Metric) Tire (A) Light Truck (LT‐Metric) Tire: The United States version of a metric tire sizing system.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa). Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples of optional accessories are, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle. See Loading the Vehicle on page 5‑33 . Intended Outboard Sidewall : The side of an asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for air pressure. Light Truck (LT‐Metric) Tire: A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Recommended Inflation Pressure : Vehicle manufacturer's recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard. See Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 6‑72 and Loading the Vehicle on page 5‑33 . Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. Rim: A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Inflation - Tire Pressure If your vehicle is a Two‐mode Hybrid, see the Two‐mode Hybrid manual for more information. Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively. Notice: Do not let anyone tell you that under‐inflation or over‐inflation is all right. It is not. If your tires do not have enough air (under‐inflation), you can get the following: . Too much flexing . Too much heat . Tire overloading . Premature or irregular wear .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (73,1) How to Check Tire Pressure Monitor System Use a good quality pocket-type gauge to check tire pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are underinflated. Check the tire's inflation pressure when the tires are cold. Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under‐inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 When a low tire pressure condition is detected, the TPMS illuminates the low tire pressure warning light located on the instrument panel cluster. At the same time a message to check the pressure in a specific tire appears on the Driver Information Center (DIC) display. The low tire pressure warning light and the DIC warning message come on at each ignition cycle until the tires are inflated to the correct inflation pressure.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (76,1) TPMS Malfunction Light and Message The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable. When the system detects a malfunction, the low tire warning light flashes for about one minute and then stays on for the remainder of the ignition cycle. A DIC warning message is also displayed. The low tire warning light and DIC warning message come on at each ignition cycle until the problem is corrected.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 The TPMS sensors can also be matched to each tire/ wheel position by increasing or decreasing the tire's air pressure. If increasing the tire's air pressure, do not exceed the maximum inflation pressure indicated on the tire's sidewall. To decrease air-pressure out of a tire you can use the pointed end of the valve cap, a pencil-style air pressure gauge, or a key.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (78,1) Tire Inspection and Rotation We recommend that you regularly inspect your vehicle's tires, including the spare tire, for signs of wear or damage. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 6‑79 for more information. Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to 13 000 km). See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7‑3 . The purpose of a regular tire rotation is to achieve a uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 { WARNING: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if needed, to get all the rust or dirt off.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 You need new tires if any of the following statements are true: . You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. . You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire's rubber. . The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut, or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric. . The tire has a bump, bulge, or split. . The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (81,1) { WARNING: { WARNING: Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes, brands, or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle might not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes, brands, or types could also cause damage to your vehicle. Be sure to use the same size, brand, and type of tires on all wheels.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (82,1) Different Size Tires and Wheels Uniform Tire Quality Grading If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires, this could affect the way your vehicle performs, including its braking, ride and handling characteristics, stability, and resistance to rollover.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (83,1) All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety Requirements In Addition To These Grades. braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics. Treadwear Temperature – A, B, C The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (84,1) Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance Wheel Replacement The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling to one side or the other, the alignment might need to be checked.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 { WARNING: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for replacement.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Tire Chains If your vehicle is a Two‐mode Hybrid, see the Two‐mode Hybrid manual for more information. { WARNING: If your vehicle has P265/65R18 or P275/55R20 size tires, do not use tire chains. They can damage your vehicle because there is not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension, or other vehicle parts.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving, especially if you maintain your vehicle's tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a blowout, here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire creates a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (88,1) Changing a Flat Tire If your vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4‑3. 3. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle with a N (Neutral) transfer case position, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear — not in N (Neutral). 4.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 When the vehicle has a flat tire (B), use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks (A). A. Wheel Block B. Flat Tire The following information explains how to use the jack and change a tire. Black plate (89,1) Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you will need to change a flat tire is stored under the storage tray, which is located on the driver side trim panel (over the rear wheelhouse).
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (90,1) The tools you will be using include the following: 2. Remove the wing nut (B) used to retain the tool bag by turning it counterclockwise. A. Jack D. Jack Handle Extensions 3. Turn the knob (A) on the jack counterclockwise to release the jack and wheel blocks from the bracket. B. Wheel Blocks E. Wheel Wrench C. Jack Handle 4. Remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer by turning the wing nut (C) counterclockwise.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 To access the spare tire, refer to the following graphics and instructions: Black plate (91,1) G. Tire/Wheel Retainer H. Spare Tire (Valve Stem Pointed Down) J. Hoist End of Extension Tool K. Spare Tire Lock I. Hoist Shaft Access Hole 1. Open the hoist shaft access door (C) on the bumper to access the spare tire lock (K). 2. To remove the spare tire lock, insert the ignition key, turn it clockwise and then pull it straight out. A. Hoist Assembly B.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (92,1) 4. Insert the open end of the extension (J) through the hole in the rear bumper (I) (hoist shaft access hole). 3. Assemble the two jack handle extensions (D) and wheel wrench (E) as shown. Be sure the hoist end (J) of the extension (D) connects to the hoist shaft (B). The ribbed square end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire. 5. Turn the wheel wrench (E) counterclockwise to lower the spare tire (H) to the ground.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (93,1) 6. Use the wheel wrench hook that allows you to pull the hoist cable towards you, to assist in reaching the spare tire. 7. Tilt the tire toward the vehicle with some slack in the cable to access the tire/wheel retainer. Separate the retainer from the guide pin by sliding the retainer up the pin while pressing down on the latch.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (94,1) Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6‑88 for more information. Once the retainer is separated from the guide pin, tilt the retainer and pull it through the center of the wheel along with the cable and latch. 8. Put the spare tire near the flat tire. 2.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (95,1) If the wheel has a bolt-on hub cap, loosen the plastic nut caps by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. The plastic nut caps will be retained in the hub cap after it is removed from the wheel. Jacking Locations (Overall View) A. Front Position B. Rear Position 4. Position the jack under the vehicle as shown. 3. Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Front Position – 1500 Models Black plate (96,1) Front Position – 2500 Models Front Tire Flat: If the flat tire is on a front tire of the vehicle, you will need to use the jack handle and only one jack handle extension. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extension. Attach the jack handle to the jack (A). Position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire where the frame sections overlap. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Rear Position – 1500 Models Black plate (97,1) Rear Position – All Other Models Rear Tire Flat: If the flat tire is on a rear tire of the vehicle, you will need to use the jack handle (B) and both jack handle extensions (C). Attach the wheel wrench (D) to the jack handle extensions (C). Attach the jack handle (B) to the jack (A).
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (98,1) axle. Turn the wheel wrench (D) clockwise to raise the vehicle. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to clear the ground. 5. Remove all of the wheel nuts. { WARNING: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. 6. Take off the flat tire.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 7. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces, and spare wheel. Black plate (99,1) 8. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel after mounting the spare tire. { WARNING: Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose. The vehicle's wheel could fall off, causing a crash.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (100,1) Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. See Capacities and Specifications on page 6‑125 for the wheel nut torque specification.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Secondary Latch System Your vehicle has an underbody-mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It is designed to stop the spare tire from suddenly falling off your vehicle. For the secondary latch to work, the spare must be installed with the valve stem pointing down. See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools on page 6‑104. Black plate (101,1) To release the spare tire from the secondary latch: 1.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (102,1) 6. Stand the wheel blocks on their shortest ends, with the backs facing each other. 7. Place the bottom edge of the jack (A) on the wheel blocks (B), separating them so that the jack is balanced securely. 8. Attach the jack handle, extension, and wheel wrench to the jack and place it (with the wheel blocks) under the vehicle toward the front of the rear bumper.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (103,1) { WARNING: Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack. If the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely, make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from under the spare. 13. Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and carefully remove the jack. Use one hand to push against the spare while firmly pulling the jack out from under the spare tire with the other hand.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools Black plate (104,1) Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the spare tire carrier. Refer to the following graphics and instructions to help you: { WARNING: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 G. Tire/Wheel Retainer H. Spare Tire/Flat Tire (Valve Stem Pointed Down) Black plate (105,1) I. Hoist Shaft Access Hole J. Hoist End of Extension Tool K. Spare Tire Lock 1. Put the tire (H) on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down, and to the rear. 3. Assemble the two jack handle extensions (D) and wheel wrench (E) as shown. 4.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 5. Raise the tire part way upward. Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening. Black plate (106,1) To store the tools, do the following: 6. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice. You cannot overtighten the cable. 7. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push, pull (A), and then try to turn (B) the tire.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 3. Position the jack (E) and wheel blocks (A) in the driver's side trim panel over the wheelhouse. 4. Turn the jack knob (G) clockwise until the jack is secured tight in the mounting bracket. Be sure to position the holes in the base of the jack onto the pin in the mounting bracket. 5. Use the retaining bracket (C) to fasten the tool bag (B) on the stud and turn the wing nut (D) clockwise to secure.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 After installing the spare tire on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare tire is correctly inflated. Have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced as soon as you can and installed back onto your vehicle. This way, the spare tire will be available in case you need it again. Do not mix tires and wheels of different sizes, because they will not fit. Keep your spare tire and its wheel together.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Products that remove odors from the vehicle's upholstery and clean the vehicle's glass can be obtained from your dealer. Do not clean the vehicle using: . A knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface. . A stiff brush. It can cause damage to the vehicle's interior surfaces. . Heavy pressure or aggressive rubbing with a cleaning cloth.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 If any of the soil remains, a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary. When a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be used, test a small hidden area for colorfastness first. If the locally cleaned area gives any impression that a ring formation may result, clean the entire surface. After the cleaning process has been completed, a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture from the fabric or carpet.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (111,1) Care of Safety Belts Washing Your Vehicle Keep belts clean and dry. The best way to preserve the vehicle's finish is to keep it clean by washing it often. { WARNING: Do not bleach or dye safety belts. It may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Rinse the vehicle well, before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely. If they are allowed to dry on the surface, they could stain. Black plate (112,1) Finish Care Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. To help keep the paint finish looking new, keep the vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible. Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster. Washing with water is all that is usually needed. However, chrome polish may be used on chrome or stainless steel trim, if necessary.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim The vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. Notice: Chrome wheels and other chrome trim may be damaged if the vehicle is not washed after driving on roads that have been sprayed with magnesium, calcium or sodium chloride.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (115,1) Tires Underbody Maintenance To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Black plate (116,1) Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code identifies the vehicle's engine, specifications, and replacement parts. See “Engine Specifications” under Capacities and Specifications on page 6‑125 for the vehicle's engine code.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Do not add anything electrical to the vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle and the damage would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle battery, even if the vehicle is not operating. The vehicle has an airbag system.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Fuses and Circuit Breakers If the vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (119,1) Fuses 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 The vehicle may not use all of the fuses shown.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Fuses 23 24 Usage Rear Wiper Cooled Seats 25 Driver Seat Module, Remote Keyless Entry System 26 Driver Power Door Lock (Unlock Feature) Circuit Breaker LT DR Harness Connector LT DR BODY BODY Black plate (120,1) Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block The center instrument panel fuse block is located underneath the instrument panel, to the left of the steering column.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Harness Connector HEADLINER 3 HEADLINER 2 HEADLINER 1 SEO/UPFITTER Circuit Breaker Black plate (121,1) Usage Underhood Fuse Block Headliner Harness Connector 3 Headliner Harness Connector 2 Headliner Harness Connector 1 Special Equipment Option Upfitter Harness Connector Usage CB1 Passenger Side Power Window Circuit Breaker CB2 Passenger Seat Circuit Breaker CB3 Driver Seat Circuit Breaker CB4 Rear Sliding Window The underhood fuse block is locate
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (122,1) Fuses 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Fuses 1 2 3 4 5 6-122 Usage Right Trailer Stop/Turn Lamp Electronic Stability Suspension Control, Automatic Level Control Exhaust Left Trailer Stop/Turn Lamp Engine Controls Engine Control Module, Throttle Control 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Usage Trailer Brake Controller Front Washer Oxygen Sensors Antilock Brakes System 2 Trailer Back-up Lamps Driver Side Low-Beam Headlamp Engine Control Module (Battery)
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Fuses 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 Usage Trailer Park Lamps Driver Side Park Lamps Passenger Side Park Lamps Fog Lamps Horn Passenger Side 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
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 J-Case Fuses 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 6-124 Usage Antilock Brake System 1 Starter Stud 2 (Trailer Brakes) Left Bussed Electrical Center 1 Electric Running Boards Heated Windshield Washer System Transfer Case Stud 1 (Trailer Connector Battery Power) Mid-Bussed Electrical Center 1 Climate Control Blower Power Liftgate Module Left Bussed Electrical Center 2 Black plate (124,1) Relays FAN HI FAN LO FAN CNTRL HDLP LO/HID FOG LAMP A/C CMPRSR STRTR PWR/T
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (125,1) Capacities and Specifications If your vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7‑11 for more information.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (126,1) Capacities Application English 1.6 qt 140 lb ft Transfer Case Fluid Wheel Nut Torque Metric 1.5 L 190 Y †Oil filter should be changed at every oil change. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. Engine Specifications Engine 5.3L V8 Flexible Fuel with Active Fuel Management™ (Iron Block) 5.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Section 7 Black plate (1,1) Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Owner Checks and Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 7-2 7-3 7-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . Maintenance Replacement Parts . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Maintenance Schedule Black plate (2,1) The maintenance schedule is for vehicles that: . carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Loading the Vehicle on page 5‑33. . are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. . are driven off‐road in the recommended manner. See Off-Road Driving on page 5‑13. . use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 6‑7.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (3,1) At your dealer, you can be certain that you will receive the highest level of service available. Your dealer has specially trained service technicians, uses genuine replacement parts, as well as, up to date tools and equipment to ensure fast and accurate diagnostics.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 When the Change Engine Oil Soon message displays, certain services, checks, and inspections are required. The services described for Maintenance I should be performed at every engine oil change. The services described for Maintenance II should be performed when: . Maintenance I was performed the last time the engine oil was changed. . It has been 10 months or more since the Change Engine Oil Soon message has displayed or since the last service.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 . . Windshield wiper blade inspection for wear, cracking, or contamination and windshield and wiper blade cleaning, if contaminated. See Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades on page 6‑113. Worn or damaged wiper blade replacement. See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 6‑61. Body hinges and latches, key lock cylinders, folding seat hardware, and liftgate hinges, linkage, and handle pivot points lubrication.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Once a Year . Starter switch check. See Owner Checks and Services on page 7‑9. . Parking brake and automatic transmission P (Park) mechanism check. See Owner Checks and Services on page 7‑9. . Automatic transmission shiftlock control system check. See Owner Checks and Services on page 7‑9. . Ignition transmission lock check. See Owner Checks and Services on page 7‑9. . Hood and liftgate gas strut support service.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 care should be taken to not directly spray the transfer case output seals. High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid. Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case and should be replaced. . Evaporative control system inspection. Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook‐up, routing, and condition. Check that the purge valve, if the vehicle has one, works properly. Replace as needed.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (8,1) Scheduled Maintenance Service Change engine oil and filter. Reset oil life system. Engine coolant level check. Windshield washer fluid level check. Tire inflation pressures check. Tire wear inspection. Rotate tires. Fluids visual leak check. Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles driven in dusty conditions only). Brake system inspection. Steering and suspension inspection. Chassis components lubrication.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Owner Checks and Services Starter Switch Check { WARNING: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. Black plate (9,1) Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check { WARNING: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF in each shift lever position. . The ignition should turn to LOCK/OFF only when the shift lever is in P (Park). . The ignition key should come out only in LOCK/OFF. Contact your dealer if service is required.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Engine Oil Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. To determine the proper viscosity for your vehicle's engine, see Engine Oil on page 6‑17.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Usage Rear Axle Transfer Case (Four‐Wheel Drive) Fluid/Lubricant SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 89021677, in Canada 89021678). DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Front Axle Propshaft Spline or One-Piece Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant Propshaft Spline (GM Part No. U.S. 12345879, (Two-Wheel in Canada 10953511). Drive with Auto. Trans.) Hood Hinges 7-12 Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (13,1) Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Standard Filter 15908916* A3086C* High Capacity Filter 15908915 A3085C Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Oil Filter 89017524 PF48 Spark Plugs 12621258 41-110 Wiper Blades Front – 21.6 in (55.0 cm) 25877402 — Rear – 11.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Engine Drive Belt Routing If your vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (15,1) Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (16,1) Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date 7-16 Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (17,1) Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7-17
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (18,1) Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date 7-18 Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Section 8 Black plate (1,1) Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance and Information . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2 Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6 Customer Assistance Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be resolved by the dealer's sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you can file with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line ® Program to enforce your rights.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: In the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, General Motors of Canada Limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no-charge Mediation/Arbitration Program. General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory-related vehicle service claims.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (5,1) Online Owner Center My GM Canada (Canada) — www.gm.ca Chevrolet Owner Center (U.S.) — www.chevyownercenter.com My GM Canada is a password-protected section of www.gm.ca where you can save information on GM vehicles, get personalized offers, and use handy tools and forms with greater ease. Information and services customized for your specific vehicle — all in one convenient place. . Digital owner manual, warranty information, and more .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user in the U.S. can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-2438. TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830. Customer Assistance Offices Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Mexico, Central America, and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) Black plate (7,1) For more information on the limited offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-9935. General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Customer Assistance Center Av. Ejercito Nacional #843 Col. Granada C.P. 11520, Mexico, D.F.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 . Model, year, color, and license plate number of the vehicle . Odometer reading, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), and delivery date of the vehicle . Description of the problem Black plate (8,1) Services Provided . Emergency Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station. . Lock‐Out Service: Service to unlock the vehicle if you are locked out. A remote unlock may be available if you have OnStar®.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Services Not Included in Roadside Assistance . Impound towing caused by violation of any laws. . Legal fines. . Mounting, dismounting, or changing of snow tires, chains, or other traction devices. . Towing or services for vehicles driven on a non-public road or highway. Black plate (9,1) . Trip Routing Service: Detailed maps of North America are provided when requested either with the most direct route or the most scenic route.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service, contact your dealer and request an appointment. By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs, your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience. If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety related.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, and public transportation is used instead of the dealer's shuttle service, the expense must be supported by original receipts and can only be up to the maximum amount allowed by GM for shuttle service. In addition, for U.S. customers, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (12,1) Additional Program Information Collision Parts All program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability. All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Aftermarket collision parts are also available. These are made by companies other than GM and may not have been tested for your vehicle. As a result, these parts may fit poorly, exhibit premature durability/corrosion problems, and may not perform properly in subsequent collisions. Aftermarket parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any vehicle failure related to such parts is not covered by that warranty.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 If a Crash Occurs If there has been an injury, call emergency services for help. Do not leave the scene of a crash until all matters have been taken care of. Move the vehicle only if its position puts you in danger, or you are instructed to move it by a police officer. Give only the necessary information to police and other parties involved in the crash. For emergency towing see Roadside Assistance Program on page 8‑7. Gather the following information: .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 If another party's insurance company is paying for the repairs, you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company's collision policy repair limits, as you have no contractual limits with that company. In such cases, you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as the cost stays within reasonable limits.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Black plate (16,1) Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors Service Publications Ordering Information In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, notify General Motors. Service Manuals Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Owner Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The Owner Manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 (U.S.) plus handling and shipping fees Without Portfolio: Owner Manual only.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated computers that record information about the vehicle’s performance and how it is driven. For example, your vehicle uses computer modules to monitor and control engine and transmission performance, to monitor the conditions for airbag deployment and deploy airbags in a crash, and, if so equipped, to provide antilock braking to help the driver control the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 GM will not access this data or share it with others except: with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee; in response to an official request of police or similar government office; as part of GM's defense of litigation through the discovery process; or, as required by law.
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 2 NOTES 8-20 Black plate (20,1)
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 A Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-4 Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29 Accessory Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16 Active Fuel Management™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-33 Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-117 Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Appearance Care (cont.) Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-115 Underbody Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-115 Washing Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-111 Weatherstrips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-111 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades . . . . . . . 6-113 Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 C Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-59 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 California Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-8 Camera, Rear Vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Cleaning (cont.) Washing Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-111 Weatherstrips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-111 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades . . . . . . . 6-113 Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18 Outlet Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-47 DIC Operation and Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-48, 4-55 DIC Vehicle Customization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-73 DIC Warnings and Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-62 Driving At Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25 Before a Long Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Engine (cont.) Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-30 Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14 Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-52 Fan Noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-39 Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Fuses Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-120 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-118 Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-118 Underhood Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-121 Windshield Wiper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-117 G Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 I Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28 Infants and Young Children, Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-59 Inflation - Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-72 Instrument Panel Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14 Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Lights (cont.) Passenger Airbag Status Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-34 Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-32 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-44 StabiliTrak® Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38 Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-39 Tow/Haul Mode . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 N Navigation System, Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-19 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-116 New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27 O Object Detection, Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 3-60 Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-58 Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-48 Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-51 PASS-Key® III+ Electronic Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25 PASS-Key® III+ Electronic Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-51 Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Rear Door Security Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11 Rear Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16 Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Safety Belts (cont.) Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-32 Safety Belts Are for Everyone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33 Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-55 Safety Defects Reporting Canadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15 General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Spare Tire (cont.) Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-94 Removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-89 Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-104 Specifications and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-125 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 Tires (cont.) Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels, Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-114 Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-80 Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-86 Changing a Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-88 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2010 V Vehicle Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-33 Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8 Running While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-53 Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .