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6. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is hand-tight and fully seated. 5. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark. 5-37

Section	Page
2004 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Book TOC	1
Seats and Restraint Systems	7
Front Seats	9
Manual Seats	9
Power Seats	10
Power Lumbar	11
Heated Seats	11
Reclining Seatbacks	12
Head Restraints	14
Rear Seats	15
Rear Seat Operation	15
	60
Where to Put the Restraint	60
Top Strap	62
Top Strap Anchor Location	63
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	66
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System (Rear)	68
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position	68
Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position	71
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position	73
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	74
Air Bag Systems	78
Where Are the Air Bags?	81
When Should an Air Bag Inflate?	83
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate?	85
How Does an Air Bag Restrain?	85
What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates?	86
Passenger Sensing System	88
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle	92
Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle	92
Restraint System Check	93
Checking Your Restraint Systems	93
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	94
Features and Controls	95
Keys	97
Remote Keyless Entry System	98
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation	99
Doors and Locks	102
Door Locks	102
Power Door Locks	103
Delayed Locking	104
Programmable Automatic Door Locks	104
Rear Door Security Locks	106
Lockout Protection	107
Liftgate	107
Windows	109
Manual Windows	110
Power Windows	110
Sun Visors	111
Theft-Deterrent Systems	112
Content Theft-Deterrent	112
Passlock®	114
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	114
New Vehicle Break-In	114
Ignition Positions	115
Starting Your Engine	116
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal	117
Engine Coolant Heater	117
Automatic Transmission Operation	119
Four-Wheel Drive	122
All-Wheel Drive with Stabilitrak®	127
Parking Brake	130
Shifting Into Park (P)	131
Shifting Out of Park (P)	133
Parking Over Things That Burn	134
Engine Exhaust	134
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked	135
Mirrors	136
Manual Rearview Mirror	136
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar®, Compass and Temperature Display	136
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display	138
Outside Manual Mirrors	141
Outside Camper-Type Mirrors	141
Outside Power Mirrors	142
Outside Power Camper-Type Mirror	142
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors	142
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror	143
Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors	144
Outside Convex Mirror	144
Outside Heated Mirrors	144
OnStar® System	145
HomeLink® Transmitter	147
Programming the HomeLink® Transmitter	147
Storage Areas	151
Glove Box	151
Cupholder(s)	151
Front Storage Area	151
Center Console Storage Area	151
Luggage Carrier	151
Rear Storage Area	153
Convenience Net	153
Cargo Cover	153
Sunroof	154
Vehicle Personalization	155
Memory Seat	155
Instrument Panel	157
Instrument Panel Overview	160
Hazard Warning Flashers	162
Other Warning Devices	162
Horn	163
Tilt Wheel	163
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	163
Exterior Lamps	170
Interior Lamps	175
Accessory Power Outlets	177
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter	177
Climate Controls	178
Climate Control System	178
Dual Climate Control System	179
Dual Automatic Climate Control System	183
Rear Air Conditioning System	190
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System	191
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls	193
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators	195
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	195
Instrument Panel Cluster	196
Speedometer and Odometer	197
Tachometer	197
Safety Belt Reminder Light	197
Air Bag Readiness Light	198
Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator	198
Battery Warning Light	200
Voltmeter Gage	200
Brake System Warning Light	201
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light	202
Traction Off Light	202
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	203
Transmission Temperature Gage	204
Tire Pressure Light	205
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	206
Oil Pressure Gage	209
Cruise Control Light	210
Four-Wheel-Drive Light	210
Tow/Haul Mode Light	210
Fuel Gage	211
Low Fuel Warning Light	211
Driver Information Center (DIC)	212
DIC Operation and Displays	212
DIC Warnings and Messages	224
Audio System(s)	232
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS)	233
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS)	233
AM-FM Radio	234
Radio with CD	237
Radio with Cassette and CD	248
Radio with Six-Disc CD	264
Rear Seat Entertainment System	279
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)	291
Theft-Deterrent Feature	293
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	293
DVD Distortion	294
Radio Reception	294
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player	294
Care of Your CDs and DVDs	295
Care of Your CD and DVD Player	296
Cleaning the Video Screen	296
Fixed Mast Antenna	296
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System (48 Contiguous US States)	296
Chime Level Adjustment	296
Driving Your Vehicle	297
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle	298
Defensive Driving	298
Drunken Driving	299
Control of a Vehicle	302
Braking	302
Traction Assist System (TAS)	305
Locking Rear Axle	307
Stabilitrak® System	308
Steering	311
QUADRASTEER™	313
Off-Road Recovery	316
Passing	316
Loss of Control	318
Off-Road Driving	319
Driving at Night	335
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	336
City Driving	339
Freeway Driving	340
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	341
Highway Hypnosis	342
Hill and Mountain Roads	342
Winter Driving	344
If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	348
Towing	351
Towing Your Vehicle	351
Recreational Vehicle Towing	351
Loading Your Vehicle	354
Level Control	360
Autoride™	360
Trailer Recommendations	361
Towing a Trailer	361
Service and Appearance Care	379
Service	381
Doing Your Own Service Work	381
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	382
Fuel	382
Gasoline Octane	382
Gasoline Specifications	383
California Fuel	383
Additives	383
Fuel E-85 (85% Ethanol)	384
Fuels in Foreign Countries	386
Filling Your Tank	386
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	388
Checking Things Under the Hood	388
Hood Release	389
Engine Compartment Overview	390
Engine Oil	394
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	399
Automatic Transmission Fluid	401
Engine Coolant	404
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap	407
Engine Overheating	407
Cooling System	409
Engine Fan Noise	416
Power Steering Fluid	416
Windshield Washer Fluid	418
Brakes	419
Battery	422
Jump Starting	423
All-Wheel Drive	429
Rear Axle	430
Four-Wheel Drive	431
Front Axle	432
Bulb Replacement	433
Halogen Bulbs	433
Headlamps	433
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps	434
Side Identification Marker Lamps	435
Roof Marker Lamps	436
Taillamps	437
Replacement Bulbs	438
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	439
Tires	440
Inflation - Tire Pressure	449
Tire Pressure Monitor System	450
Tire Inspection and Rotation	452
When It Is Time for New Tires	454
Buying New Tires	454
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	456
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	457
Wheel Replacement	457
Tire Chains	459
If a Tire Goes Flat	460
Changing a Flat Tire	461
Spare Tire	479
Appearance Care	480
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle	480
Care of Safety Belts	483
Weatherstrips	483
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle	483
Sheet Metal Damage	486
Finish Damage	486
Underbody Maintenance	486
Chemical Paint Spotting	486
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	487
Vehicle Identification	488
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	488
Service Parts Identification Label	488
Electrical System	488
Add-On Electrical Equipment	488
Windshield Wiper Fuses	489
Power Windows and Other Power Options	489
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	489
Capacities and Specifications	498
Maintenance Schedule	501
Maintenance Schedule	502
Introduction	502
Maintenance Requirements	502
Your Vehicle and the Environment	502
Using Your Maintenance Schedule	502
Scheduled Maintenance	504
Additional Required Services	506
Maintenance Footnotes	508
Owner Checks and Services	510
At Each Fuel Fill	510
At Least Once a Month	510
At Least Once a Year	511
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	513
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	515
Maintenance Record	517
Customer Assistance and Information	519
Customer Assistance and Information	520
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	520
Online Owner Center	521
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	522
Customer Assistance Offices	522
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities	523
Roadside Assistance Program	524
Courtesy Transportation	525
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records	527
Reporting Safety Defects	528
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	528
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	529
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	529
Service Publications Ordering Information	529