2012 Chevrolet Suburban Owner's Manual
2012 Chevrolet Suburban Manual
2012 Chevrolet Suburban manual content summary:
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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-21 Performance and Maintenance ...1-28 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-10 Vehicle Security...2-15 Exterior Mirrors ...2-18 Interior - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 2
2012 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual M Vehicle Care ...10-1 General Information ...10-2 Vehicle Checks ...10-4 Headlamp Aiming ...10-35 Bulb Replacement ...10-37 Electrical System ...10-40 Wheels and Tires ...10-49 Jump Starting ...10-89 Towing ...10-93 Appearance Care ...10-99 Service and - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 3
features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are options that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual. Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 4
in injury or death. M : This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information. A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 5
Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure g : Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors $ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps # : Fog Lamps . : Fuel Gauge O : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 6
vi Introduction 2 NOTES - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 7
Seats ...1-11 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-12 Safety Belts ...Passenger Sensing System ...Mirror Adjustment ...Steering Wheel Adjustment ...Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...Interior Lighting ...Exterior Lighting ...Windshield Wiper/Washer ...Climate Controls ...Transmission ...Four - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 8
1-2 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview English Version Shown; Metric Similar - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 9
-Change Signals on page 6‑5. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑5. Rear Window Wiper/Washer on page 5‑6. C. Instrument Cluster on page 5‑12. D. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6‑5 (Out of View). E. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission on page 9‑32. F. Manual Mode on page 9‑35 (If Equipped). Tow - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 10
be on your specific vehicle. For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual. L : 195 ft) away from the vehicle. Remote Vehicle Start With this feature the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle. K: Q: Starting the Vehicle - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 11
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 power door locks or the manual door locks. To lock or unlock the door with the manual locks, push down or pull up on the manual lock knob. Canceling a Remote - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 12
1-6 In Brief Manual Liftgate Operation To unlock the liftgate, press " on the power door lock switch or press " on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmittertwice, see Remote Keyless - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 13
Seat Adjustment Manual Seats Power Seats Power Folding Mirrors Shown, Other Models Similar The driver door has switches that control all windows, the passengers door switch only control that window. The power windows work when the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 14
up or down. If available, raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire control up or down. . See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑4. To adjust the power lumbar support, if equipped: If equipped, increase or decrease manual lumbar support by turning the knob forward or rearward. See Lumbar - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 15
and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. To raise or lower the height of the support, press and hold the top or bottom of the control. Reclining Seatbacks Manual Reclining Seatbacks To return the seatback to the upright position: 1. Lift the lever fully - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 16
Seatbacks on page 3‑6. On vehicles with the memory feature, the controls on the driver door are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirrors, and the adjustable throttle and brake pedals, if equipped. 2. Press and hold "1" until two beeps sound. 3. Repeat for - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 17
the vehicle. For detailed instructions, see Third Row Seats on page 3‑16. Heated and Cooled Seat Buttons Shown, Heated Seat Buttons Similar If available, the buttons are on the front doors. To operate, the ignition must be in ON/RUN. B : Press to recall the easy exit seat position. The vehicle must - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 18
pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position. Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. To achieve a comfortable seating position, change - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 19
position. United States With Power Folding Mirrors To adjust the mirrors: Canada and Mexico See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑39 for important information. 1. Press (A) or (B) to select the driver or passenger side mirror. 2. Press one of the four arrows located on the control pad to adjust - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 20
better visibility when towing a trailer. See Trailer-Tow Mirrors on page 2‑19 for more information. With Manual Folding Mirrors To adjust the mirrors: 1. Move the selector switch located above the four-way control pad to the left or right to choose either the driver side or passenger side mirror - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 21
Interior Mirror Adjustment Hold the rearview mirror in the center and move it to view the area behind the vehicle. Manual Rearview Mirror For vehicles with a manual and Brake Pedal Adjustment On vehicles with this feature, you can change the position of the throttle and brake pedals. The control - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 22
. Interior Lighting Dome Lamps The dome lamps are located in the overhead console. They come on when any door is opened and turn off after all the doors are closed. Turn the instrument panel brightness knob located below the dome lamp override button, clockwise to the farthest position to manually - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 23
control is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. The front wiper control is located on the turn and lane‐change lever. Turn the band with the wiper symbol to control the windshield wipers. O : Turns off the automatic headlamps and Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). Turn the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 24
5‑5 and Rear Window Wiper/ Washer on page 5‑6. Climate Control System A. Fan Control B. REAR (Rear Climate Control) C. Recirculation D. Air Delivery Mode Control E. Air Conditioning F. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls G. Rear Window Defogger See Climate Control Systems on page 8‑1. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 25
Transmission K. Air Conditioning L. PASS M. Passenger Temperature Control See Dual Automatic Climate Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate with Rear Seat Audio) on page 8‑11 or Rear Climate Control , move the column shift lever to the M (Manual) position. The current range will appear next to - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 26
gears for current driving conditions. See Manual Mode on page 9‑35. While using Range Selection Mode, cruise control and the Tow/Haul mode can be used. Grade is active. See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9‑36. Four-Wheel Drive If the vehicle has Four-Wheel Drive, you can send the engine's driving power to - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 27
): Vehicles with a two speed transfer case have a N (Neutral) position. Shift the transfer case to N (Neutral) only when towing the vehicle. See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10‑93 or Towing the Vehicle on page 10‑93. See Four-Wheel Drive (Single Speed Automatic Transfer Case) on page 9‑42 or - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 28
Clock To set the time and date: 1. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press O , to turn the radio on. 2. Press changed. 4. To increase or decrease the time or date, turn f clockwise or counter‐clockwise. For detailed instructions on setting the clock for the vehicle's specific - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 29
and in digital-quality sound. A fee is required to receive the XM service. For more information, refer to: . Portable Audio Devices This vehicle has system before it can be used in the vehicle. Not all phones will support all functions. For more information, visit www.gm.com/bluetooth. For more - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 30
1-24 In Brief Steering Wheel Controls b / g : Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. Press and hold longer than two seconds to interact with OnStar® or Bluetooth systems, if equipped. + Cruise Control e: −e: Press to increase volume. Press to decrease - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 31
does not need service. See Side Blind navigation system manual that includes information on the radio, audio players, and navigation system. The navigation system provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads. After a destination has been set, the system provides turn-by-turn instructions - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 32
accessory power outlet in the rear cargo area on the passenger side. The accessory power outlets are powered, even with the ignition off. Continuing to use accessory security systems, and home automation devices. Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the transmitter. Because - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 33
pulled forward to block sun rays. The sunshade must be opened and closed manually. If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is the ignition is in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑27 for - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 34
1-28 In Brief . Performance and Maintenance StabiliTrak® System If equipped, the vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin and the StabiliTrak system that assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. Both systems turn on automatically every - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 35
change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change. Resetting the Oil Life System To reset the Engine either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). See Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on page 9‑66. For all other vehicles, - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 36
online service reminders, vehicle maintenance tips, online owner manual, special privileges, and more. Sign up today at: U.S.: chevrolet.com (click on "Owners," then "Manage My Chevrolet/Owners Login") Canada: chevroletowner.ca Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 37
Liftgate ...2-10 Power Assist Steps ...2-14 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-22 Automatic Dimming Rearview Windows ...2-24 Sun Visors ...2-25 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ...Manual Mirrors ...Trailer-Tow Mirrors ...Power Mirrors ...Folding Mirrors ...Heated Mirrors ...Automatic - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 38
used for the ignition and all door locks. The key has a bar-coded key tag that the dealer or qualified locksmith can use to make new keys. Store this information in a safe place, not in the vehicle. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 39
is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service. With Remote Start and Liftglass . . / (Remote Vehicle Start): . For vehicles with this feature, press to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 40
panic alarm to work. 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. m (Liftglass): Press and hold to unlock the liftglass - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 41
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. The vehicle can have a maximum of eight transmitters programmed to it. See your dealer to program transmitters to the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 42
during remote start, manually turn the heated seats on and off. See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3‑ Do not use a metal object. 3. Insert the new battery, positive side facing down. Replace with a available, this feature allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle. It may - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 43
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 the vehicle has been running for 5 minutes, 10 minutes are added, allowing the engine to run for 15 minutes. The additional 10 minutes are considered a second remote - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 44
power door locks or manual door locks. To lock or unlock the door with the manual locks, push down or pull up on the manual lock knob. Door or stop the vehicle. Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening. Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 45
key is in the ignition, all of the doors will lock and then the driver door will unlock. If the passenger side power door lock switch is pressed when the front passenger door is open and the key is in the ignition, all of the doors will lock and then the front - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 46
position. Safety Locks The vehicle has rear door security locks to prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside. Doors Liftgate { through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 47
Doors, and Windows WARNING (Continued) . 2-11 Manual Liftgate Operation To unlock the liftgate, press " on liftgate, disable the power liftgate function. . For more information about carbon monoxide, see Engine Exhaust on page 9‑30. Notice: If you open the liftgate without checking for overhead - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 48
objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause the liftgate can still be operated manually. . For more information about carbon monoxide, see Engine Exhaust on page 9‑30. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 49
will continue to completion. If the transmission is shifted out of P (Park using power operation and the liftgate support struts have lost pressure, the turn closes. See a dealer for service before using the liftgate. 2-13 manually. Manual Operation of Power Liftgate To change the liftgate to manual - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 50
disabled, and the liftgate still will not function, see a dealer for service. Liftglass If equipped, there are two ways to open the liftglass: when driving with the liftgate open; the liftgate should be set to manual operation by pressing OFFon the liftgate switch on the center console. The - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 51
Keys, Doors, and Windows The power assist steps automatically extend from beneath the vehicle on the side in which the door has been opened. Once the door is closed, the assist steps automatically move back under the vehicle after a brief delay. The vehicle must not be moving for the assist steps to - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 52
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 alarm does not sound or the headlamps do not flash, the vehicle should be serviced by your dealer. . If you set off the alarm by accident, press unlock - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 53
be a problem with the theft-deterrent system. Turn the ignition off and try again. If the engine still does dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key III+ to get a new key blank cut exactly as ACCESSORY, or START from the LOCK/OFF position. You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 54
a locksmith who can service PASS-Key III+ to have a new key made. Do not engine. If the engine will not start, see your dealer for service. 3. After the engine has started, turn the key to LOCK/OFF, and remove the key. 4. Insert the new changing lanes. The passenger side mirror is convex shaped. A - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 55
out the mirror head to extend it for better visibility when towing a trailer. The lower portion of the mirror is convex. A convex mirror's surface is curved to see more from the driver seat. The convex mirror can be adjusted manually to the driver preferred position for better vision. The mirror may - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 56
flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. With Manual Folding Mirrors To adjust the mirrors: 1. Move the selector switch located above the four-way control pad to the left or right to choose either the driver side or passenger - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 57
the power folding mirrors. This sound is normal after a manual folding operation. Automatic Dimming Mirror If the vehicle has the automatic See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2‑22 for more information. Manual Folding Fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 58
feature can be programed through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑47 for more information. Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror To adjust the inside rearview mirror, hold the rearview mirror in the center and move it to view the area - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 59
Keys, Doors, and Windows Vehicles with OnStar have three additional control buttons for the OnStar system. See a dealer for more information about OnStar and how to subscribe to it. See OnStar Overview on page 14‑1. 2-23 Windows { WARNING Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 60
passengers door switch only control that window. The power windows work when the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See Retained Accessory there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 61
Folding Mirrors Shown, Other Models Similar This feature prevents the rear passenger windows from operating, except from the driver position. . Pull when the ignition is in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑27 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 62
the sunroof is closed. The sunroof also has a sunshade which can be pulled forward to block sun rays. The sunshade must be opened and closed manually. If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 63
You See after an Airbag Inflates? ...3-37 Passenger Sensing System ...3-39 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...3-44 Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...3-44 Rear Seats Heated Rear Seats ...3-11 Second Row Seats ...3-12 Third Row Seats ...3-16 Safety Belts Safety Belts ...3-20 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 64
3-2 Seats and Restraints Head Restraints { WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted to make sure that it is locked in place. The front seat outboard head restraints are not designed to be removed. Front Seats The front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 65
make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving. To adjust the seat: 1. Lift the bar under the front edge of the seat cushion to unlock the seat. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar. 3. Try to move the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 66
the center front seatback doubles as an armrest and cupholder/storage area for the driver and passenger when the center front seat is not used. Do not use it as a seating position when the seatback is folded down. Power Seat Adjustment . If available, raise or lower the front or rear part of the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 67
Seats and Restraints 3-5 Lumbar Adjustment Manual Lumbar Power Lumbar . On vehicles with four-way lumbar, press and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. To raise or lower the height of the support, press and hold the top or bottom of the control. If - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 68
3-6 Seats and Restraints Manual Reclining Seatbacks Reclining Seatbacks { WARNING Sitting in a reclined protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear the safety belt properly. { WARNING If either seatback is not locked, it could move - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 69
Seats and Restraints To return the seatback to the upright position: 1. Lift the Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. 3-7 Power Reclining Seatbacks To adjust a manual seatback: 1. Lift the lever. The seatback will automatically fold forward. 2. To recline, move the seatback - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 70
and adjustable throttle and brake pedals will move to the position previously stored for the identified driver. Memory Remote Recall The memory feature can recall the driver seat, outside mirrors, and pedals, if equipped, to stored positions when entering the vehicle. To activate, unlock the driver - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 71
and hold the appropriate manual control for the memory item that is not recalling for two seconds. Try recalling the memory position again by pressing the appropriate memory button. If the memory position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service. Easy Exit Driver Seat This feature can - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 72
the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest. The passenger seat may take longer to heat up. On vehicles with heated - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 73
a remote start. The temperature performance of an unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is normal. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2‑6. 3-11 Rear Seats Heated Rear Seats { WARNING If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 74
setting. With each press of the button, the heated seat changes to the next lower setting, and then the off setting seat, if equipped. The seat has either the manual fold and tumble feature or the automatic seat release fold and tumble feature. 1. Lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 75
and Restraints Manual Fold and Tumble Feature Folding and Tumbling the Seat 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 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 76
, 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 row seat, if equipped: 1. Make sure that there is nothing under, in front of - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 77
and Restraints Automatic Fold and Tumble Feature The transmission must be in P (Park) for this feature to work. Folding and Tumbling the Second Row Seat from the Third Row Seat or Outside the Vehicle 3-15 { WARNING Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded, or folded - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 78
To fold the seatback: 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. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 79
headrests are completely lowered and there is nothing under, in front of, or on the seat. 3. Fold the seatbacks forward using lever "1" and the instructions listed previously under "Folding the Seatback." The seat cannot be unlatched from the floor unless the seatback is folded. { WARNING If either - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 80
make sure it is locked. Removing the Third Row Seat To remove the seat: 1. Open the liftgate to access the controls for the seat. 2. Fold the seatbacks forward using lever "1" and the instructions listed previously under "Folding the Seatback." The seat cannot be unlatched from the floor unless the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 81
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. 3-19 { WARNING A seat that is not locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 82
is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Always wear a safety belt, and check that all passenger(s) are restrained properly too. This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the safety belts. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 5‑17. Safety Belts This section of the manual describes how to - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 83
Seats and Restraints When you wear a safety belt, you and the vehicle slow down together. There is more time to stop because you stop over a longer - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 84
injuries. . There are important things to know about wearing a safety belt properly. 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 3‑28 for more information - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 85
child restraint locking feature in the right front seating position may affect the passenger sensing system, if equipped. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑39 for more information. Cinching Latch Plate Free-Falling Latch Plate The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 86
3-24 Seats and Restraints 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See "Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster" in this section for instructions on use and important safety information. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, for lap‐shoulder - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 87
Seats and The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger positions. Adjust the height so the shoulder portion of the belt is on can be moved up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide. After the adjuster is set to the desired position, try to move - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 88
from the neck and head. There is one guide, if equipped, for each outside passenger position in the second row seat. Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt: 1. Remove the guide from its storage clip on the interior body. 2. Place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 89
Seats and Restraints 3-27 { twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. 4. Buckle, position, and release the safety belt as described previously in and store the comfort guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can be removed from - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 90
lap belt. To learn how to wear a lap-shoulder belt, see Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3‑22. The vehicle may have a center seating position. When you sit in the center front seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 91
is made to fit. The extender has been designed for adults. Never use it for securing child seats. To wear it, attach it to the regular safety belt. For more information, see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender. from doing its job. See your dealer to have it repaired. Torn - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 92
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. A seat‐mounted side impact airbag for the right front passenger. If the vehicle has a third row - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 93
, the word AIRBAG will appear on the middle part of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the right front passenger. With seat‐mounted side impact airbags, the word AIRBAG will appear on the side of the seatback closest to the door. With roof-rail airbags, the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 94
3-32 Seats and Restraints { WARNING Children who are up against, or very close to system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5‑18 for more information. The driver frontal airbag is in the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 95
and Restraints 3-33 The right front passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. 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 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 96
(Continued) WARNING (Continued) Do not use seat accessories that block the inflation path of a seat-mounted side impact airbag. Never secure anything to be blocked. Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar If the vehicle has a third row passenger seat, the roof-rail airbags are located in - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 97
which enable the sensing system to monitor the position of the driver seat and may or may not monitor the position of the front passenger seat. If the vehicle hits a stationary object, the airbags could goes straight into the object. . . . Thresholds can also vary with specific vehicle design. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 98
the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. For frontal airbags, inflation is determined by what Seat‐mounted side impact airbags and roof-rail airbags will inflate if the crash severity is above the system's designed threshold level. The threshold level can vary with specific - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 99
never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts. What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? After the frontal airbags and seat-mounted side impact airbags inflate, they quickly deflate, so quickly that some people may not even realize an airbag inflated. Roof-rail airbags may - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 100
Seats the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the inflate. You can lock the doors, turn off the interior lamps and hazard warning flashers by using the controls for engine after a crash has occurred. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 101
If you do not get them, the airbag system will not be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. The vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnostic module which - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 102
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. { WARNING A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 103
passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time. There is a critical problem with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system. . The passenger avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5‑18 for more information, - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 104
and Restraints 6. Restart the vehicle. The passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the airbag for a child in a child restraint depending upon the child's seating posture and body build. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat. properly in the seat. If this happens, use the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 105
cushion, or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers, seat heaters, and seat massagers, can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates. We recommend that you not use seat covers or other aftermarket equipment except when approved by GM for your specific vehicle. See Adding Equipment to - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 106
the vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13‑18. Adding Equipment to the 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 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 107
designed our airbag systems to work properly under a wide range of conditions, including snow plowing with vehicles that have the optional Snow Plow Prep Package (RPO VYU). But do not change or defeat the snow plow's "tripping mechanism." If you do, it can damage your snow plow and your vehicle, and - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 108
Seats you are driving, the airbag system may not work properly. Have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5‑18. { WARNING A airbag system may not work properly and may not protect you and your passenger(s) in a crash, resulting in serious injury or even death. To help - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 109
Children The manufacturer's instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until the child passes the fit test below: . . Can proper safety belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip? If - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 110
. 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. In a crash, children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be thrown out of the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 111
Seats and Restraints 3-49 Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 112
seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. Q: What are the different types of add-on child restraints? A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle owner restraint manufacturer's instructions that come crash, infants need complete support. In a crash, if - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 113
young children should always be secured in appropriate child restraints. Child Restraint Systems Forward-Facing Child Seat Rear-Facing Infant Seat A rear-facing infant seat provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 114
that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual. To help reduce the chance of injury, the child restraint must be secured in the vehicle. Child restraint systems must be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 115
older child riding in a booster seat; and children, who are large enough, using safety belts. { WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. Secure the child properly following the instructions that came with that child - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 116
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 seat. Do not use child restraints in the center front seat position. When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 117
safety belt assemblies or LATCH anchors for additional passengers or child restraints. Adjacent seating positions should not be used if the child secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. When installing a child - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 118
that the tether be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint. Lower Anchors Lower anchors (A) are metal bars into the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments (B). - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 119
positions with top tether anchors. For models with 60/40 second row seating, the rear right side passenger and center seating positions have exposed metal anchors in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. Seating positions with top tether anchors. There is one top tether anchor that - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 120
top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol appears near the anchors. Second Row Seat - Bucket For models with bucket second row seating, the top tether anchors are at the bottom rear of the seat cushion for each seating position in the second row. Be sure to use an anchor on the same side - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 121
properly using the anchors, or use the vehicle safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with the child restraint and the instructions in this manual. Third Row Seat For vehicles with a third row seat, there is one top tether anchor at the bottom rear of the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 122
tether and the safety belts. Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual. 1.1. Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position. 1.2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 1.3. Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 123
Seats and Restraints 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions: 3-61 . 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 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 124
3-62 Seats and Restraints Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash { WARNING A crash can . If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash, new LATCH system parts may be needed. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the LATCH system was not being used at the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 125
seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the instructions say. If more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat row seating - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 126
, 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. 3. Push the latch plate into - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 127
Seats and Restraints 3-65 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding top tether is attached to a top tether anchor, disconnect it. 4. For passenger seating positions with a lap‐shoulder belt and a free‐falling latch plate, pull the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 128
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. The vehicle may have a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the right front - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 129
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 the child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 130
3-68 Seats and Restraints 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 131
Seats and Restraints 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make installed and the on indicator is lit, see "If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint" under Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑39 for more information. To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle safety belt - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 132
3-70 Seats and Restraints 2 NOTES - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 133
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. Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover ...4-2 Roof Rack System Roof Rack System ...4-3 Armrest Storage For vehicles with a rear - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 134
retracted position. To remove the cover from a regular wheelbase model: 1. Let the cover go all the way cover end cap, push the cover end cap toward the passenger side of the vehicle. 3. Swing the cover rearward compartment, it is located between the bucket seats. Press the button and lift the lid - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 135
cover end cap into the slot in the passenger side trim panel. 3. Move the other end wheelbase models there are two cover positions. The slots furthest forward allow the cover to be used if the third seat top of the vehicle unless using a GM certified accessory carrier. For vehicles with a roof rack, - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 136
more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑16. . If small heavy objects are placed on the roof, cut a piece of 9 mm or 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 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 137
Warning Light ...5-23 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ...5-23 Tow/Haul Mode Light ...5-24 StabiliTrak® OFF Light ...5-24 Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light ...5-25 Tire Pressure Light ...5-25 Engine Oil Pressure Light ...5-26 Low Fuel Warning Light ...5-26 Security Light - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 138
5-2 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Personalization Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) ...5-47 Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever. 2. Move the steering wheel up or down. 3. Release the lever to lock the wheel in - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 139
list. . x If equipped, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. Selecting Tracks on an iPod or USB Device (Vehicles without a Navigation System) 1. Press and hold w or c / x while listening to a song until the contents of the current folder display on the radio display. 2. Press - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 140
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. 2. Press and hold w or c / x to move quickly through the tracks. 3. Press and release ¨ to move up one track within the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 141
wipers clear the window and then either stop or return to the preset speed. The front wiper control is located on the turn and lane‐change lever. Turn the band with the wiper symbol to control the windshield wipers. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 142
such as during a long-distance, cross-country trip or moving to a new state or province, it will be necessary to compensate for compass variance by vehicle does not have DIC buttons, press the trip odometer reset stem until CHANGE COMPASS ZONE displays. 9 (Off): Turns the wiper off. 5 (Rear Wiper - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 143
Calibration The compass can be manually calibrated. Only calibrate the compass . It is suggested to calibrate away from tall buildings, utility wires, manhole covers, or other industrial example, N for North, or the heading does not change after making turns, there may be a strong magnetic field - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 144
, sunroof, climate controls, or seats during the calibration procedure. 2. time and date: 1. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press the O button to turn ). 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 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 145
accessory power outlet and could overload adapter or vehicle fuses. If a problem is experienced, see your dealer. © SEEK button. Press the s REV button. Turn the f knob Press the counterclockwise. To change option. 3. Press the H button again to apply the desired option, or let the screen time out. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 146
Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑27. The power outlet is located on the rear of the center console. When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions the vehicle warranty. The power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only, such as cell phone charge - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 147
together to indicate a problem with the vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving, or when one of the gauges shows there may be a problem, check the section that explains what to do. Follow this manual's advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 148
5-12 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English 6‐Speed Shown, Metric and 2500 Series Similar - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 149
per hour (mph). Odometer The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers or miles. Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information. Metric Trip Odometer The - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 150
Here are some situations owners may experience with the fuel gauge. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge. . Engine Oil Pressure Gauge English but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank's capacity to fill the tank. The gauge goes back to empty when the ignition - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 151
not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Check the oil level as soon as possible. Add oil if required, but if the oil level is within the operating range and the oil pressure is still low, have the vehicle serviced. Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil. If the vehicle is - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 152
electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is engine idle. As engine speeds are increased, this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create full power. If there is a problem its capacity. When the engine is not running, but the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 153
Instruments and Controls will come on or the SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM DIC message will display. See neither the chime nor the light comes on. The front passenger safety belt reminder light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 154
vehicle serviced right away. If there is a problem with the airbag system, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message can also come on. See Airbag System Messages on page 5‑44 for more information. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If the vehicle has the airbag status indicator pictured - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 155
several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service. 5-19 { WARNING If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 156
on, turn off accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information. If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on and stays on while the engine is running, this indicates that there is an OBD II problem and service is required - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 157
costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. This could also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/ Maintenance test. See Accessories , and restart the engine. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 158
more of these conditions occurs, change the fuel brand used. test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that might have developed. The DLC is under the instrument panel the ignition is turned to ON/RUN while the engine is off. See your dealer for assistance in - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 159
chime sounds there could be a brake problem. Have the brake system inspected right still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing the Vehicle on page 10‑ to warn if there is a problem. { WARNING The brake system might have the vehicle towed for service. Antilock Brake System (ABS) - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 160
This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. For vehicles with the Tow/Haul Mode feature, this light comes on when the Tow/Haul Mode has been activated. For more information, see Tow/Haul Mode on page 9‑36. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 161
for about a minute and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, the light will come on at every ignition cycle light comes on briefly when the engine is started. If the light does not come on or stays on, have the vehicle serviced by the dealer. If the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 162
not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Check the oil level as soon as possible. Add oil if required, but if the oil level is within the operating range and the oil pressure is still low, have the vehicle serviced. Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil. This light comes on - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 163
Instruments and Controls This light is also used to indicate the status of the anti-theft alarm system when the ignition is turned off. The light will flash rapidly if the alarm system is arming and one or more of the monitored entry points is not closed. The light will stay on if the alarm is - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 164
system information, and warning messages if a system problem is detected. The DIC also allows some features also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected. All messages will appear display the information that was last displayed before the engine was turned off. 3 (Trip/Fuel): Press - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 165
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), trailer brake gain and output information for vehicles with the Integrated Trailer Brake Control (ITBC) system, engine hours, compass zone setting, and compass recalibration. U (Customization): Press to customize the feature settings on your vehicle. See Vehicle - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 166
(L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number is calculated based on the number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the last time this menu of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. This estimate will change if driving conditions change. For example, if driving in traffic and making frequent stops - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 167
the automatic transmission fluid in change frequently as driving conditions change. This display shows the instantaneous fuel economy in liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg engine oil life system will alert you to change the oil on a schedule consistent with your - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 168
the system while driving, a message advising you to add pressure in a specific tire will appear in the display. See Tire Pressure on page 10‑57 and Tire Messages on page 5‑44 for more information. When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. See - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 169
value, there may be a problem with your vehicle. If this consistently occurs, see your dealer for service. Trailer Gain and Output On Control System" under Towing Equipment on page 9‑79 for more information. Engine Hours Press the vehicle information button until ENGINE HOURS displays. This - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 170
(default), FRANCAIS (French), ESPANOL (Spanish), and NO CHANGE. 4. Once the desired language is displayed, release the trip odometer reset stem to set your choice. Engine Hours To display the ENGINE HOURS, place the ignition in LOCK/OFF or ACC/ACCESSORY, then press and hold the trip odometer reset - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 171
(default), FRANCAIS (French), ESPANOL (Spanish), and NO CHANGE. 4. Once the desired language is displayed, release the to 8.2 km (5.1 mi), 8.4 km (5.2 mi), etc. Transmission Temperature 5-35 Press the trip odometer reset stem until TRANS TEMP Towing Equipment on page 9‑79 for more information. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 172
change the oil as soon as you can. See Engine Oil on page 10‑7. In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual "Integrated Trailer Brake Control System" under Towing Equipment on page 9‑79 for more - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 173
the battery continues to discharge, the climate controls, heated seats, and audio systems will shut off and the vehicle may problem could drain the battery. Turn off all unnecessary accessories. Have the electrical system checked as soon as possible. See your dealer. Brake System Messages SERVICE - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 174
service. See your dealer. See "Integrated Trailer Brake Control System" under Towing Equipment on page 9‑79 for more information. SERVICE BRAKES SOON This message displays if there is a problem the DIC. PASSENGER DOOR OPEN This message displays and a chime sounds if the front passenger door is not - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 175
continues to appear, have the system repaired by your dealer as soon as possible to avoid damage to the engine. RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN 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). Stop and turn off - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 176
Overheating on page 10‑21 for further information. Engine Oil Messages CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message displays when the engine oil needs to be changed. When you change the engine oil, be sure to reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message. See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑10 for information - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 177
your dealer for service as soon as possible. 5-41 TIGHTEN GAS CAP This message may display along with the check engine light on the the off position. Object Detection System Messages PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE OWNERS MANUAL This message displays if there is something interfering with the park - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 178
. For cleaning instructions, see "Washing Your Vehicle" in Exterior Care on page 10‑99. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on page 9‑56 for more information. SERVICE PARK ASSIST This message displays if there is a problem with the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system. Do not use this system - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 179
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. The vehicle is safe to drive, however, you do not have the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 180
checks due to driving conditions. The message displays if an engine or vehicle related problem has been detected and the vehicle needs service. See your dealer. Airbag System Messages SERVICE AIR BAG This message displays if there is a problem with the airbag system. Have your dealer inspect the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 181
IDLE ENGINE Notice: Do not drive the vehicle while the transmission fluid is overheating and the transmission temperature warning is displayed on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, or the transmission can be damaged. This could lead to costly repairs that would not be covered by the warranty - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 182
clears if you acknowledge it. If this message still displays, either the vehicle or the trailer needs service. See your dealer. See "Integrated Trailer Brake Control System" under Towing Equipment on page 9‑79 for more information. Vehicle Reminder Messages CHECK TRAILER WIRING On vehicles with the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 183
See Engine Compartment options available will be displayed on the DIC. The default settings for the customization features were set when your vehicle left the factory, but may have been changed from their default state since then. The customization preferences are automatically recalled. To change - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 184
while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. You can also change the language by pressing the trip odometer reset stem. See "Language" the vehicle speed is above 8 mph (13 km/h) for 3 seconds. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 185
is taken out of the ignition. ALL IN PARK (default): All of the doors will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/ reset button while the desired setting is displayed - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 186
button on the RKE transmitter. LIGHTS ON (default): The exterior lamps will flash when you press the unlock button on the RKE transmitter. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/ reset button while the desired setting is - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 187
stay on for 30 seconds. 1 MINUTE: The exterior lamps will stay on for 1 minute. 2 MINUTES: The exterior lamps will stay on for 2 minutes. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/ reset button while the desired setting is - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 188
the following settings: NORMAL: The chime volume will be set to a normal level. LOUD: The chime volume will be set to a loud level. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. There is no default for chime volume. The volume will stay at the last - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 189
The driver and passenger outside mirrors will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). NO CHANGE: No change will be made again, the seat will stay in the original exit position, unless a memory recall took place prior to removing the key again. NO CHANGE: No change will be made - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 190
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 settings: OFF: No automatic seat exit will recall. SEAT ONLY (Default): The driver seat will recall. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 191
Instruments and Controls NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/ reset button while the desired setting is displayed - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 192
opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the transmitter. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person assist with - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 193
the "Learn" or "Smart" button. It can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit and may be a colored button. Press this button. After pressing this button, complete the following steps in less than 30 seconds. 3. Immediately return to the vehicle. Press and - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 194
function button in Step 3 than what was used for the garage door opener. If these instructions do not work, the garage door opener is probably a Fixed Code unit. Follow the programming instructions that follow for a Fixed Code garage door opener. Programming Universal Home Remote - Fixed Code For - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 195
Instruments and Controls The switch positions on the hand-held transmitter could be labeled as follows: . . 5-59 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 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 196
5-60 Instruments and Controls 4. The indicator lights will blink slowly. Enter each switch setting from Step 2 into your vehicle's Universal Home Remote. You will have two and one-half minutes to complete Step 4. Now press one button on the Universal Home Remote for each switch setting as follows: - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 197
13‑5 or Customer Assistance Offices (Mexico) on page 13‑6. Reprogramming Universal Home Remote Buttons Any of the three buttons can be reprogrammed by repeating the instructions. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 198
5-62 Instruments and Controls 2 NOTES - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 199
Running Lamps (DRL) ...6-3 Automatic Headlamp System ...6-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...6-5 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...6-5 Fog Lamps ...6-6 Auxiliary Roof-Mounted Lamp ...6-7 Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ...6-7 Dome Lamps ...6-8 Reading Lamps ...6-8 Exterior Lighting - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 200
Reminder A reminder chime will sound when the headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on and the ignition is off and a door is open. Headlamp High/ Low-Beam Changer 5 3 (Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer): To change the headlamps from low to high beam, push the lever toward the instrument panel. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 201
come on. Release the lever to return to normal operation... 6-3 The transmission is not in Park. The light sensor determines it is daytime. When the OFF position and then release. For vehicles first sold in Canada, the transmission must be in the P (Park) position before the DRL lamps can be - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 202
garage, it takes approximately one minute for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is bright enough outside. During that delay, off position and then release it. For vehicles first sold in Canada, the transmission must be in the P (Park) position before the automatic headlamp system - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 203
light remains on for 10 minutes with the driver door closed. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑27. The regular headlamp system can be turned on when needed. 6-5 Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change Signals | (Hazard Warning Flashers): Press this button located on top of the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 204
lower the lever for less than one second until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change. This causes the turn signals to automatically flash three times. It will flash six times if tow-haul mode is active. Holding the turn signal lever for more than one second will cause the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 205
includes wiring provisions for a dealer or a qualified service center to install an auxiliary roof lamp. The , a dark green switched power wire and a black ground wire. For more information on roof mount or Similar Equipment on page 9‑90. Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control D ( - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 206
all the doors are closed. Turn the instrument panel brightness knob located below the dome lamp override button, clockwise to the farthest position to manually turn on the dome lamps. The dome lamps remain on until the knob is turned counterclockwise. Dome Lamp Override The dome lamp override button - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 207
the voltage move up or down. This is normal. If there is a problem, an alert will be displayed. The battery can be discharged at idle if the high speed, heated seats, engine cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads plugged into accessory power outlets. Exit Lighting The interior lamps come on when - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 208
this by balancing the generator's output and the vehicle's electrical needs. It can increase engine idle speed to generate more power, whenever needed. It can temporarily reduce the power demands of some accessories. Normally, these actions occur in steps or levels, without being noticeable. In rare - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 209
Infotainment System 7-1 Infotainment System Introduction Infotainment ...7-1 Theft-Deterrent Feature ...7-2 Operation ...7-3 Rear Seat Infotainment Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System ...7-35 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System ...7-46 Introduction Infotainment Read the following pages to become - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 210
Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑27 for more information. To minimize taking your eyes off the road while driving, do the following while the vehicle is parked: . Navigation/Radio System For vehicles with a navigation radio system, see the separate Navigation System manual , engine calibrations - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 211
Infotainment System 7-3 Operation Radio with CD (MP3) Shown, Radio with USB and CD (MP3) Similar - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 212
later in this section under, "Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)." Vehicles with a USB, CD, and DVD radio may have a Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system. See Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) O (Power/Volume): Press to turn the system on and off. Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 213
the radio volume to compensate for road and wind noise as the vehicle's speed changes while driving, so that the volume level stays consistent. To activate SCV: 1. faster vehicle speeds. Noise Compensation Technology: Vehicles with the LTZ package and a Bose Audio System include the Bose AudioPilot - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 214
the radio has a Bose audio system, the EQ settings are either MANUAL or TALK. Digital Signal Processing (DSP): Press the EQ button to change the DSP settings (only available on Bose systems with the LTZ option package). DSP settings provide a choice of different listening experiences. 3. Adjust the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 215
- Select this setting to adjust the audio for the rear seat passengers to receive the best possible sound quality. Surround (Centerpoint®) - configured properly for the vehicle and it must be returned to your dealer for service. Locked or Loc: One of these messages will display when the TheftLock® - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 216
stations that broadcast RDS information. This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band. Press to manually tune to a radio station in descending order. s REV: Finding a Station - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 217
Radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to coast, and in digital-quality sound. A service fee is required to receive the XM service. If the service needs to be reactivated, the radio will display "No Subscription Please Renew on channel XM1." For more information - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 218
: . . 4 (Information) (XM Satellite Radio Service): For vehicles with XM, press 4 to display between AM, FM, or XM™, if equipped. Turn to manually select an XM channel. 3. To exit the category search XM category. Radios with CD and DVD can also navigate the category list by pressing the \ FWD or - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 219
favorite stations available per page. Each page of favorites can contain any combination of AM, FM, or XM, if equipped, stations. XM Radio Messages XL (Explicit Language Channels): These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a customer's request, by calling 1-800-929-2100 in the U.S. and 1-877 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 220
Radio ID: If tuned to channel 0, this message alternates with the XM Radio eight‐digit radio ID label. This label is needed to activate the service. Unknown: If this message is received when tuned to channel 0, there could be a receiver fault. Consult with your dealer. Check Antenna: If this message - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 221
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 cell phone chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet. If there is - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 222
radio reception. Any damage caused to the antenna due to metallic tinting materials will not be covered by the warranty. Rear Side Window Antenna The AM-FM antenna is located in the passenger rear side windows. Make sure the inside surfaces of the rear side windows are not scratched and that the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 223
by the buttons on the radio faceplate or by the RSA unit. See Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System on page 7‑46 for more information. When a CD is inserted, the CD symbol displays on the left side of the radio display. As each new track starts to play, the track number displays. Care of CDs If playing a CD - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 224
use random: 1. Press the softkey positioned under the RDM tab until Random Current Disc displays. 2. Press the softkey again to turn off random play. MP3 Supported Files The Radio with CD (MP3) and the Radio with USB and CD (MP3), have the capability of playing an MP3 CD-R or CD-RW - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 225
both formats are on the disc, the radio reads all MP3 files first, then the uncompressed CD audio files. CD‐R or CD‐RW Supported File and Folder Structure The radio supports: ... 7-17 Root Directory The root directory is treated as a folder. Files are stored in the root directory when the disc or - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 226
15 playlists, and 512 folders and files, the player allows access and navigates up to the maximum, but all items over the maximum are not file extension and are stored on a USB device may be supported by the radio with a USB port. Playlists can be changed by using the softkeys below the S c and c T - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 227
pressing either softkey below the arrow tab until the desired artist displays. To change from playback by artist to playback by album: 1. Press the softkey the CD and begins playing MP3 files from that album. To exit music navigator mode, press the softkey below the Back tab to return to normal MP3 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 228
the wiping process starts from the center to the edge. There could have been a problem while burning the CD. The label could be caught in the CD player. . If message, write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem. CD/DVD Player Care of the CD and DVD Player Do not add - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 229
on. The radio can be heard through all of the vehicle speakers. Front seat passengers can listen to the radio (AM, FM, or XM if equipped) (A/V) Jacks" under Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System on page 7‑35 for more information. In some vehicles, depending on audio options, the rear speakers can be - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 230
DVD/CD AUX button cycles through all available options, such as: DVD slot, CD slot, slot, the rear seat operator can turn on the video screen and use the remote control to navigate the CD (tracks left side of the radio display. As each new track starts to play, the track number displays. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 231
MP3/WMA files. Press the CAT (category) button to toggle between uncompressed audio and MP3/WMA files. CD‐R or CD‐RW Supported File and Folder Structure The DVD player supports: ... MP3 and WMA Supported Files Format The radio can play .mp3 or .wma files that were recorded onto a CD-R or CD-RW disc - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 232
of Play Compressed audio files are accessed in the following order: ... The CD player supports: ... Up to 512 files and folders. Up to 8 folders in depth. new folder, the display does not automatically show the new folder name unless the folder mode has been chosen as the default display. The new - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 233
m3u or .pls file extension and are stored on a USB device may be supported by the radio with a USB port. 7-25 Playing an MP3 or WMA is inserted into the top DVD slot, the rear seat operator can turn on the video screen and use the remote control to navigate the CD (tracks only). \ FWD (Fast - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 234
7-26 Infotainment System To change from playback by artist to playback by album: 1. Press the softkey below the Sort By tab. 2. Press one of the softkeys below the Album tab from the sort screen. 3. Press the softkey below the Back tab to return to the main music navigator screen. The album name - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 235
, the radio displays a softkey menu of option(s). Some discs automatically play the movie while others default to the softkey menu display, which requires the Play, Enter, or Navigation softkeys to be pressed, either by softkey or by the rear seat passenger using the remote control. Loading a disc - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 236
or the previews. Using Softkeys to Play a DVD-V (Video) Once a DVD-V is inserted, the radio display menu shows several tab options for playback. Press the softkey located under any tab option during DVD-V playback. f (Tune): Turn to select tracks on a CD or DVD. © SEEK: Press to return to the start - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 237
manually turned on by the rear seat occupant through the remote control power button. Using Softkeys to Play a DVD-A (Audio) Once a DVD-A is inserted, the radio display menu shows several tab options screen shows the audio stream changing. The rear seat passenger can navigate the DVD-V and DVD-A - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 238
: This message displays if there are disc load or disc eject problems... Stopping and Resuming Playback To stop playing a DVD without turning air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. There was a problem while burning the disc. The label is caught in the CD/ DVD player. . . . - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 239
two sources and not indicate "No Aux Input Device". If a front auxiliary device is connected, the DVD/CD AUX button cycles through all available options, such as: DVD slot, CD slot, Front Auxiliary, and Rear Auxiliary (if available). See "Using the Auxiliary Input Jack(s)" in this section, or "Audio - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 240
firmware can be updated using the latest iTunes® application. See www.apple.com/itunes. For help with identifying your iPod, go to www.apple.com/support. Radios that have a USB port can play .mp3 and .wma files that are stored on a USB storage device as well as AAC files that are - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 241
is connected to the vehicle if the vehicle is in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position. When the vehicle is turned off, the draw power from the vehicle's battery. If you have an older iPod model that is not supported, it can still be used by connecting it to the Auxiliary Input Jack using a standard - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 242
in the selected menu. 5. Press f to select the desired file to be played. To skip through large lists, the five softkeys can be used to navigate in the following order: . . c. . 2. Turn f to scroll through the list of folders. 3. Press f to select the desired folder. If there is more then one - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 243
is part of the front radio. The RSE system includes a radio with a DVD player, a video display screen, and if the vehicle has a third row seat, it could have a second video display screen, audio/video jacks, two wireless headphones, and a remote control. See CD/DVD Player on page 7‑20 for more - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 244
be turned off by inserting or ejecting any disc, pressing the play icon on the radio DVD display menu, or changing an ignition position. Before Driving The RSE is designed for rear seat passengers only. The driver cannot safely view the video screen while driving and should not try to do so. In - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 245
7-37 Notice: Do not store the headphones in heat or direct sunlight. This could damage the headphones and repairs will not be covered by the warranty. Storage in extreme cold can weaken the batteries. Keep the headphones stored in a cool, dry place. If the foam ear pads attached to the headphones - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 246
auxiliary device to the A/V jacks. Refer to the manufacturer 's instructions for proper usage. Power for auxiliary devices is not supplied by Input The A/V jacks are color coded to match typical home entertainment system equipment. Battery Replacement To change the batteries on the headphones: - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 247
an external auxiliary device to the color-coded A/V jacks and turn both changed from the on screen setup menu. To change any feature: 1. Press the z (display menu) button on the remote control. 2. Use the remote control n, q, p, o (navigation Seat Audio (RSA) System on page 7‑46 for more information. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 248
or the radio's auxiliary input jack if the vehicle has this feature, the rear seat passengers are able to hear audio from the auxiliary device through the wireless or wired headphones. The front seat passengers are able to listen to playback from this device through the vehicle speakers by selecting - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 249
and the repairs will not be covered by the warranty. Storage in extreme cold can weaken the batteries remote control becomes lost or damaged, a new universal remote control can be purchased. If DVD menu is different on every DVD. Use the navigation arrows to move the cursor around the DVD menu. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 250
the copyright information or the previews. e (Audio): Press this button to change audio tracks on DVDs that have this feature when the DVD is playing Press this button to turn on or off subtitles and to move through subtitle options when a DVD is playing. The format and content of this function vary - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 251
Screen Press Screen Default State (No Press) First Press Second Press Third Press Fourth Press DVD Media DVD Media 7-43 2 (Camera): Press this button to change camera angles on DVDs that have this feature while a DVD is playing. The format and content of this function vary for each disc. 1 through - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 252
System Tips and Troubleshooting Chart Problem Recommended Action The ignition might not be turned to ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY. Check the picture does not fill the screen. There are black borders on the top and bottom or on both sides, or the picture looks stretched out. In auxiliary mode, the picture - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 253
Infotainment System Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont'd) Problem Sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or remote and/or the headphones are lost. The DVD is playing, but there is no picture or sound. DVD Display Error Messages The DVD display error message depends on the radio that - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 254
band can be tuned to at one time. Changing the band on the RSA or the front radio will change the band on the other system, if they , while the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers. The rear seat passengers have control of the volume for each set of headphones. P (Power): Press - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 255
display stops flashing after the buttons have not been pushed for more than two seconds. This function is inactive, with some radios, if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio. While listening to a disc, press the left © seek arrow to go back to the start of the current track or - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 256
ACC/ACCESSORY position. The range of the Bluetooth system can be up to 9.1 m (30 ft). Not all phones support all too often at the screen of the phone or the infotainment (navigation) system. Taking your eyes off the road too long or too Review the controls and operation of the infotainment system. . - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 257
: Keep interior noise levels be completed once, unless the pairing information on the cell phone changes or the cell phone is deleted from the system. Only one paired it can be used. See the cell phone manufacturer's user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the cell phone. If a Bluetooth - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 258
phone that you want to pair. For help with this process, see the cell phone manufacturer's user guide. 5. Locate the device named "Your Vehicle" in the list on the cell phone. Follow the instructions on the cell phone to enter the PIN provided in Step 3. After the PIN is successfully entered, the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 259
Infotainment System 3. Say "Change phone." . 7-51 If another cell phone is found, the response will be " is now connected." If another cell phone is not found, the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 260
7-52 Infotainment System Making a Call Calls can be made using the following commands. Dial or Call: The dial or call command can be used interchangeably to dial a phone number or a stored name tag. Digit Dial: This command allows a phone number to be dialed by entering the digits one at a time. Re - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 261
through the audio speakers. Using the "Re‐dial" Command 1. Press and hold two seconds. 7-53 Call Waiting Call waiting must be supported on the cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier. . 3. Use the dial or call command to dial the number of the third party to be called. 4. Once the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 262
will go through their cycle according to the phone's operating instructions. Transferring a Call Audio can be transferred between the on the cell phone. See your cell phone manufacturer's user guide to see if the cell phone supports this feature. To access contacts stored in the cell phone: - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 263
, Inc. and any use of such marks by General Motors is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑22 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 264
7-56 Infotainment System 2 NOTES - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 265
Only) ...8-10 Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate with Rear Seat Audio) ...8-11 Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and Recirculation D. Air Delivery Mode Control E. Air Conditioning F. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls Temperature Control: Move the thumbwheels up or down to - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 266
off. Air Delivery Mode Control: Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to change the airflow direction inside the vehicle. By positioning the knob between water might drip under the vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine. This is normal. H (Vent): Air is directed to the instrument panel - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 267
off the engine. REAR: Press to turn the rear heating and air conditioning on. See Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate with Rear Seat Audio) on the warming grid, and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape, a decal, or anything - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 268
8-4 Climate Controls K. Air Conditioning L. PASS M. Passenger Temperature Control Press to turn the climate control system on or off. Outside air still enters the vehicle, and is directed to the floor. This direction can be changed by pressing the mode button. Recirculation can be selected once you - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 269
driver temperature setting by pressing the PASS button and turning off the PASS indicator. When in defrost mode the passenger temperature setting cannot be changed. 8-5 Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic): When automatic operation is active the system will control the inside temperature, the air - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 270
air is available. The length of delay depends on the engine coolant temperature. Pressing the fan switch will override this delay and change the fan to a either fan button while in automatic control places the fan under manual control. The fan setting remains displayed and the AUTO light turns - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 271
will not work. If the passenger temperature buttons are adjusted, the driver temperature indicator changes. The passenger temperature will not be displayed. water might drip under the vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine. This is normal. # (Air Conditioning): Press to turn the air - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 272
Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate with Rear Seat Audio) on page 8‑11 or Rear Climate Repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Heated Mirrors: Press 1 to help the driver side and passenger side temperature displays are engine. Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 273
front grille. This sensor reads the outside air temperature and helps maintain the temperature inside the vehicle. Any cover on the front of the vehicle could cause a false reading in the displayed temperature. The interior temperature sensors located in the headliner above the driver side seat and - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 274
is pressed the first time. Independent Mode: This mode directs rear seating airflow according to the settings of the rear controls. It comes to increase or decrease the airflow temperature into the passenger area. Fan Control: Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to change the direction of the airflow. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 275
outlets. ) (Bi-Level): Air is directed through the floor and headliner outlets. The rear system floor outlets are located directly behind the second row seats. The flow can be divided between vent and floor outlets depending upon where the knob is placed between the settings. Air is directed to the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 276
C button. Manual Operation D C (Fan Control): Press these buttons on the rear seat audio control panel the temperature of the air flowing into the passenger area. Press the + button for warmer air Delivery Mode Control): Press the mode button to change the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 277
located in the center and on the side of the instrument panel to direct the airflow. Operation Tips . . Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout the vehicle. Adding outside equipment to the front of the vehicle, such as hood-air deflectors - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 278
8-14 Climate Controls 2 NOTES - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 279
Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust ...9-30 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...9-31 StabiliTrak® System ...Locking Rear Axle ...Continuous Damping Control (CDC) ...Automatic Level Control ... Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission ...9-32 Manual Mode ...9-35 Tow New Vehicle Break-In ...9- - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 280
passenger to handle potential distractions. Become familiar with vehicle features before driving, such as programming favorite radio stations and adjusting climate control and seat settings. Program all trip information into any navigation device prior to driving. Wait until the vehicle is parked - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 281
the infotainment section for more information on using that system, including pairing and using a cell phone. If equipped, refer to the navigation manual for information on that system, including pairing and using a cell phone. Defensive Driving Defensive driving means "always expect the unexpected - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 282
gently into the straightaway. There are some situations when steering around a problem may be more effective than braking. Holding both sides of the steering on page 10‑24. If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops or the power steering system is not functioning, the vehicle can be - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 283
Driving and Operating 9-5 Off-Road Recovery 2. Turn the steering wheel about one-eighth of a turn, until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge. 3. Then turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 284
about the original equipment tires, see the Limited Warranty and Owner Assistance Information manual. To gain more ground clearance if needed, it the engine. Re‐attach the front fascia air dam after off-road driving. Before Driving Off-Road . Have all necessary maintenance and service work - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 285
can and cannot do. { WARNING . Environmental Concerns . Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain. You or your passengers can be struck by flying objects. Secure the cargo properly. Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward and as low as possible. The - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 286
. If leaving the vehicle, set the parking brake and shift the transmission to P (Park). Shift the transfer case to any position but N (Neutral). When driving down a hill, keep the vehicle headed straight down. Use a low gear because the engine will work with the brakes to slow the vehicle and help - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 287
vehicle cannot be restarted after stalling, set the parking brake, shift an automatic transmission into P (Park), and turn the vehicle off. 3.1. Leave the vehicle cause a downhill slide or a rollover. Surface conditions can be a problem. Loose gravel, muddy spots, or even wet grass can cause the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 288
Keep the vehicle moving to avoid getting stuck. Traction changes when driving on sand. On loose sand, such could fall through the ice; you and your passengers could drown. Drive your vehicle on safe surfaces water, you will not be able to start the engine. When going through water, the brakes get wet - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 289
lines and cooling system for any leakage. More frequent maintenance service is required. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for more the brakes work normally. (Continued) Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under the vehicle's tires so they actually ride on the water. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 290
the vehicle serviced and in good shape. Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission. Shift to a lower gear when going down steep or long hills. . Keep the vehicle well ventilated. Keep the interior engine assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 291
hot that they would not work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. You could crash. Always have the engine running and the vehicle in gear when going downhill. . . Pay attention to special road signs (falling rocks area, winding roads, long grades, passing or no - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 292
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. This keeps the battery charged to restart the vehicle and to signal for help with the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 293
wheels as little as possible. To prevent transmission wear, wait until the wheels stop spinning towed out, see Towing the Vehicle on page 10‑93. { WARNING If the vehicle's tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could be injured. The vehicle can overheat, causing an engine - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 294
weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on your Never use recovery hooks to tow the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty. For vehicles with recovery hooks - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 295
This can cause systems to break and change the way the vehicle handles. This could (A), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (B) in kilograms and 10‑57. Label Example A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is shows the number of occupant seating There is also important loading - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 296
be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. See Trailer Towing on page 9‑74 for important information on towing a trailer, towing - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 297
B. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 2 = 136 kg (300 lbs) C. Available Occupant and Cargo Weight = 317 kg (700 lbs) Example 2 A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) B. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 5 = 136 kg (750 lbs) C. Available Cargo Weight = 113 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 298
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 { WARNING Do not load the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 299
not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not overload the vehicle. suspension components to get added durability might not change your weight ratings. Ask your dealer to help of the seats. (Continued) . . There is also important loading information for off-road driving in this manual. See - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 300
wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See Trailer Towing on page 9‑74 for the trailer towing capabilities of the vehicle and more information. Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal On vehicles - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 301
may have a memory function which lets pedal settings be saved and recalled. See Memory Seats on page 3‑8. To shift out of P (Park), the ignition must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal must be applied. A (STOPPING THE ENGINE/ LOCK/OFF): When the vehicle is stopped, turn the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 302
lets things like the radio and the windshield wipers operate while the engine is off. Use this position if the vehicle must be pushed or towed. C (ON/RUN): This position can be used to operate the electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel cluster warning and indicator lights. This - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 303
seconds to prevent cranking motor damage. To prevent gear damage, this system also prevents cranking if the engine is already running. Engine cranking can be stopped by turning the ignition switch to the ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF position. When the Low Fuel warning lamp is on and the FUEL LEVEL LOW - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 304
and Operating Notice: If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Any resulting damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. See Add-On Electrical Equipment on page 9‑90. 2. If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds, especially in very - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 305
from moving engine parts. If you do not, it could be damaged. The length of time Neutral). If you are pulling a trailer, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9‑70. Always set the parking brake. 1. Hold when the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY. Once the key is turned from ON/RUN to - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 306
shift into P (Park) properly before you leave the driver seat. To find out how, see Shifting Into Park on page transmission, then you will be able to pull the shift lever out of P (Park). Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Running { WARNING It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the engine - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 307
to the desired position. If you are still having a problem shifting, then have the vehicle serviced soon. Parking over Things That Burn { WARNING Things that can of P (Park), unless the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal is applied. . The shift lock release is - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 308
modified, damaged or improperly repaired. (Continued) Drive it only with the windows completely down. Have the vehicle repaired immediately. . . . Never park the vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed area such as a garage or a building that has no fresh air ventilation. . - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 309
know. { WARNING It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 310
can roll. Heavy Duty 6-Speed Automatic Transmission Shown (Light Duty Similar) See "Range Selection Mode" under Manual Mode on page 9‑35. P (Park not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move Towing Tips on page 9‑70. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 311
only. Also, use N (Neutral) when the vehicle is being towed. Notice: Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Be sure the engine is not running at high speed when shifting the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 312
load or when the temperature changes. During this adaptive shift control process, shifting might feel different as the transmission determines the best settings. the engine warms up. Shifts could be more noticeable with a cold transmission. This difference in shifting is normal. M (Manual Mode): - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 313
. 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. 9-35 Manual Mode Range Selection Mode (Hydra-Matic® 6-Speed Transmission) Base Trim Shown (Uplevel Similar) The vehicle may have - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 314
used until the plus/minus button located on the steering column lever is used to change to the gear. Tow/Haul Mode Low Traction Mode If the vehicle has the Hydra-Matic® 6-Speed Automatic Transmission, it has a Low Traction Mode that assists in vehicle acceleration when road conditions are slippery - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 315
See "Tow/Haul Mode" listed previously and Manual Mode on page 9‑35 for more information on the Range Selection Mode. Grade Braking assists in maintaining desired vehicle speeds when driving on downhill grades by automatically implementing a shift schedule that utilizes the engine and transmission to - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 316
ignition and the last chosen setting will stay on. If the lights do not come on, you should take the vehicle to your dealer for service. An indicator light will flash while shifting. It will stay on when the shift is completed. If for some reason the transfer case cannot make - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 317
the vehicle. See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10‑93 or Towing the Vehicle on page 10‑93 for more information. 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 Transmission Messages on page 5‑45 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 318
Low and Four-Wheel Drive High ranges or from N (Neutral) while the engine is running. If the knob is turned to the Four-Wheel Drive Low High mode. With the vehicle moving less than 5 km/h (3 mph) and the transmission in N (Neutral), attempt the shift again. Shifting Out of Four-Wheel Drive Low To - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 319
) light will come on when the transfer case shift to N (Neutral) is complete. 7. If the engine is running, verify that the transfer case is in N (Neutral) by shifting the transmission to R (Reverse) for one second, then shift the transmission to D (Drive) for one second. 8. Turn the ignition to ACC - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 320
Neutral do the following: 1. Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal. 2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off, and shift the transmission to N (Neutral). 3. Turn the transfer case dial to the desired transfer case shift position (Two-Wheel Drive High, Four-Wheel Drive High - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 321
ignition and the last chosen setting will stay on. If the lights do not come on, you should take the vehicle to your dealer for service. An indicator light will flash while shifting. It will stay on when the shift is completed. If for some reason the transfer case cannot make - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 322
Service Four‐Wheel Drive 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 Transmission braking system that helps prevent a braking skid. When the engine is started and the vehicle begins to drive away, ABS - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 323
Driving and Operating ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel, as required, faster than any driver could. This can help the driver steer around the obstacle while braking hard. If there is a problem with ABS, this warning light stays on. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light on page - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 324
light will flash and a chime will sound warning you that the parking brake is still on. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9‑70. Parking Brake Brake Assist This vehicle has a brake assist feature designed to assist the driver - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 325
Driving and Operating 9-47 Hill Start Assist (HSA) Non‐hybrid vehicles with StabiliTrak have a Hill Start Assist (HSA) feature, which may be useful when the vehicle is stopped on a grade. This feature is designed to prevent the vehicle from rolling, either forward or rearward, during vehicle drive - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 326
messages still appear on the DIC, the vehicle should be taken in for service. For more information on the DIC messages, see Ride Control System Messages on is working. This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with the vehicle. The system should initialize before the vehicle reaches 32 km - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 327
to warn the driver. The vehicle will still have brake-traction control when traction control is off, but will not be able to use the engine speed management system. See "Traction Control Operation" next for more information. When the TCS has been turned off, system noises may still be heard as - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 328
not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Reduce engine power and do not spin the problem exists with the system. If the problem does not clear itself after restarting the vehicle, see your dealer for service non‐dealer accessories can affect the vehicle's performance. See Accessories and Modifications - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 329
with the tow/ haul mode Tow/Haul Mode" under Trailer Towing on page 9‑74 for more information. Continuous Damping Control (CDC) This vehicle may have a continuous damping control system called Autoride®. With this feature, improved vehicle ride and handling is provided under a variety of passenger - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 330
, 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. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads. With cruise control, a speed - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 331
Driving and Operating The cruise control light on the instrument panel cluster comes on after the cruise control has been set to the desired speed. 1. Press the Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already activated, . . 9-53 I button. To slow down in small - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 332
Braking feature may automatically shift to a lower gear to keep the vehicle's speed down. It may be necessary to apply the brake or manually shift the transmission to a lower gear. The vehicle may shift to a higher gear when grade braking assistance is no longer required. Cruise Grade Braking is not - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 333
R (Reverse). PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE OWNERS MANUAL: This message can occur under the following conditions: . When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly The following messages may be displayed on the DIC: SERVICE tow bar is attached to the vehicle. . . - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 334
of the zone is approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) and 2.0 m (6 ft) off the ground. Use caution while changing lanes when towing a trailer, as the SBZA detection zones do not change when a trailer is towed. Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) If available, the Side Blind Zone Alert system is a lane - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 335
will flash to give you extra warning not to change lanes. At speeds greater then 32 km/h (20 system operation, the vehicle does not need service. If the SBZA displays do not light up when ice, slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For cleaning instructions, see "Washing the Vehicle" under Exterior Care - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 336
on indicating there is a problem with the SBZA system. If these displays remain on after continued driving, the system needs service. Take the vehicle to your it cannot be turned back on. The SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT ON option will not be selectable if the conditions for normal system operation are not - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 337
screen. After a delay, the navigation screen displays the last screen after the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse). Turning the RVC System On or Off To turn the RVC system on or off: 1. Shift into P (Park). 2. Press MENU to enter the configure menu options. Turn the Multifunction knob until the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 338
by the URPA system. The symbol may cover the object when viewing the navigation screen. To turn the symbols on or off: 1. Make sure that URPA Shift into P (Park). 3. Press MENU to enter the configure menu options. Turn the Multifunction knob until the Display feature is highlighted and press the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 339
the guidelines on or off: 1. Make sure that URPA has not been disabled. 2. Shift into P (Park). 3. Press MENU to enter the configure menu options. Turn the Multifunction knob until the Display feature is highlighted and press the Multifunction knob. Or press the Display screen button 4. Select the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 340
vehicle is in an accident, the position and mounting angle of the camera can change or the camera can be affected. Be sure to have the camera and its 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 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 341
and a yellow fuel cap can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). See Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on page 9‑66. For all other vehicles, use only the unleaded gasoline described is heard when using gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher, the engine needs service. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 342
the vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance might be affected. The in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. To check the fuel availability, - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 343
intake valves clean and avoid problems due to dirty injectors or valves to the fuel tank at every engine oil change, can help clean deposits from they comply with the specifications described earlier. However, E85 (85% ethanol) and covered under the vehicle warranty. Some gasolines that are service. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 344
E85 should meet ASTM Specification D 5798 or CGSB Specification 3.512. Filling the tank with fuel mixtures that do not meet ASTM or CGSB specifications to the change in ethanol concentration. E85 has less the vehicle warranty. Fuel E85 (85% service stations will not have an 85% ethanol fuel (E85 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 345
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 vehicle. If the vehicle has E85 fuel capability, the fuel cap will be yellow and state that E85 or gasoline can be used. See Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 346
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 a new fuel cap is needed, be sure to get the right type of cap from your dealer. The wrong type of fuel cap might not fit - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 347
until the filling is complete. Do not smoke while pumping fuel. Do not use a cellular phone while pumping fuel. Towing General Towing Information Only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle. Contact your dealer or trailering dealer for assistance with preparing the vehicle for - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 348
/h (50 mph) and do not make starts at full throttle. This helps the engine and other parts of the vehicle wear in at the heavier loads. Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Shift the transmission to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under heavy loads and/or hilly conditions. . . If the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 349
sure that the load is secure and the lamps and any trailer brakes still work. For more information about Carbon Monoxide, see Engine Exhaust on page 9‑30. Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. The combination you are driving is longer and not as responsive as the vehicle itself - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 350
normal altitudes. If the engine is turned off immediately after towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, the vehicle may show signs similar to engine overheating. To avoid this, let the engine run while parked, preferably on level ground, with the automatic transmission in P (Park) for a few - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 351
out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. If the engine has been left running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure the vehicle will not move, even when - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 352
74 Driving and Operating Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer. See Maintenance Schedule on page 11‑3. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 353
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. To identify the trailering capacity of the vehicle, read the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 354
) 6 350 kg (14,000 lbs) 4 990 kg (11,000 lbs) 5 216 kg (11,500 lbs) 6 350 kg (14,000 lbs) 1500 Series 2WD Short Wheel Base 5.3L V8 5.3L V8 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 1500 Series 2WD Long Wheel Base 5.3L V8 5.3L V8 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 355
Base 6.0L V8 2500 Series 4WD Long Wheel of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment and conversions. The GCWR for the the vehicle as well as trailer tongue weight. Vehicle options, equipment, passengers and cargo in the vehicle reduce the amount of tongue - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 356
and Operating Maximum Tongue Weight 272 kg (600 lbs) 453 kg (1,000 lbs) 499 kg (1,100 lbs) 680 kg (1,500 lbs) Vehicle Series 1500 2500 1500 2500 Hitch Type Weight Carrying Weight Carrying Weight Distributing Weight Distributing Trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 357
vehicle, or the RGAWR, with the tow vehicle and trailer fully loaded for the important that the combination of the tow vehicle and trailer does not exceed tow vehicle and trailer combination, fully loaded for the trip can be towed with a weight the Trailer Tongue" in Trailer Towing on page 9‑74 for - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 358
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. If the trailer being towed weighs up to 2 271 kg (5,000 lbs) with a factory-installed step bumper, safety - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 359
. They should be connected by your dealer or a qualified service center. Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Harness Package The seven-wire Blue: Trailer Brake* The vehicle is equipped with the seven-wire trailer towing harness. This harness with a seven-pin universal trailer connector is attached to - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 360
It should be installed by your dealer or a qualified service center. If the vehicle is equipped with an ITBC, brake controller. The harness contains the following wires: . Tow/Haul Mode Dark Blue: Brake Signal to Trailer Connector Red/Black: Battery Light Blue/White: Brake Switch White: Ground - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 361
/Haul when the vehicle is unloaded. Such a selection when unloaded may result in unpleasant engine and transmission driving characteristics and reduced fuel economy. Tow/ Haul is recommended only when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load. The vehicle may have an Integrated Trailer Brake - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 362
to the trailer are made correctly. The trailer 's brakes are in proper working condition. The trailer and vehicle are properly loaded for the towing condition. . . . . The ITBC system is a factory installed item. Out‐of‐factory installation of this system should not be attempted. GM is not - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 363
, pressing a Trailer Gain button will first recall the current Trailer Gain setting. After the Trailer Brake Display Page is displayed, each press and release of the gain buttons will then cause the Trailer Gain setting to change. Activating the Manual Trailer Brake Apply lever Connecting a trailer - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 364
(HSA) on page 9‑47. The Trailer Output will indicate on the Trailer Brake Display Page whenever the following occur: . . 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 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 365
DIC. If the vehicle's service brakes are applied while using the Manual Trailer Brake Apply Lever, specific trailering condition and must be adjusted any time vehicle loading, trailer loading or road surface conditions change correctly adjust Trailer Gain for each towing condition: 1. Make sure the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 366
loading or road surface conditions change or if trailer wheel lock-up is noticed at any time while towing Other ITBC Related DIC Messages road surface representative of the towing condition and free of traffic at about 32 to 40 km/h (20 to 25 mph) and fully apply the Manual Trailer Brake Apply lever. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 367
is on the trailer side. SERVICE TRAILER BRAKE SYSTEM - This message will be displayed when there is a problem with the ITBC system. If continues, either the vehicle or trailer needs service. An authorized GM dealer may be able to diagnose and repair problems with the trailer. However, any diagnosis - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 368
vehicle is towing a trailer engine torque to help slow the vehicle. See StabiliTrak® System on page 9‑47 for more information. Adding non‐dealer accessories can affect the vehicle performance. See Accessories vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped not be covered by warranty. Unless the vehicle was - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 369
, and the front and rear weight distribution ratio. The total vehicle must not exceed the GVW rating. . The options the vehicle came with, and the weight of those options. The weight and number of passengers intended to be carried. The weight of items added to the vehicle. The total weight of any - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 370
any front accessory, such as a snow plow, is adding to the front axle, use the following formula: Front axle reserve capacity is the difference between the front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and the front axle weight of the vehicle with full fuel and passengers. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 371
between the GVWR and the weight of the vehicle with full fuel and passengers. It is the amount of weight that can be added to the vehicle before reaching theGVWR. Keep in mind that reserve capacity numbers are intended as a guide when selecting the amount of equipment or cargo the vehicle can carry - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 372
emergency roof lamp is provided above the overhead console. See Auxiliary Roof-Mounted Lamp on page 6‑7 for switch location. The total vehicle reserve capacity for the vehicle can be found in the lower right corner of the Certification/Tire label as shown previously. See your dealer for additional - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 373
and Modifications ...10-2 10-3 10-3 10-3 Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work ...10-4 Hood ...10-5 Engine Compartment Overview ...10-6 Engine Oil ...10-7 Engine Oil Life System ...10-10 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...10-11 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...10-14 Cooling System ...10-16 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 374
genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Jump Starting Jump Starting ...10-89 Towing Towing the Vehicle ...10-93 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...10-93 Appearance Care Exterior Care ...10-99 Interior Care ...10-102 Floor Mats ...10-105 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 375
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems, many fluids, hazardouswaste/ perchlorate. Accessories and Modifications Adding non‐dealer accessories or making control, and stability control. These accessories or modifications could even cause malfunction - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 376
the date of any service work performed. See Maintenance Records on page 11‑15. { WARNING It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the proper knowledge, service manual, tools, or parts. Always follow owner manual procedures and consult the service manual for your vehicle before - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 377
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. 1. Pull the handle with this symbol on it. It is located inside the vehicle to the lower left of the steering wheel. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 378
10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 5.3L V8 Engine Shown, 6.0L V8 Engine Similar - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 379
approved to the proper specification and of the proper viscosity grade. See "Selecting the Right Engine Oil" in this section. Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level. See "Checking Engine Oil" and "When to Add Engine Oil" in this section. Change the engine oil at the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 380
a service professional to remove the excess amount of oil. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6 for the location of the engine oil Right Engine Oil" in this section for an explanation of what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 381
mark indicates that the oil has been approved to the dexos1 specification. 10-9 Notice: Failure to use the recommended engine oil or equivalent can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. Check with your dealer or service provider on whether the oil is approved to the dexos1 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 382
once a year and, at this time, the system must be reset. For vehicles without the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message, an oil change is needed when the OIL LIFE REMAINING percentage is near 0%. Your dealer has trained service people who will perform this work and reset the system. It is also important to - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 383
/or the OIL LIFE REMAINING is near 0%, the engine oil life system has not been reset. Repeat the procedure. 10-11 Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid It is usually not necessary to check the transmission fluid level. The only reason for fluid loss is - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 384
level, prepare the vehicle as follows: 1. Start the engine and park the vehicle on a level surface. Keep the engine running. 2. Apply the parking brake and place the to check fluid level when the transmission temperature is between 27°C and 32°C (80°F and 90°F). Change the fluid and filter at the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 385
Vehicle Care Hot Check Procedure 10-13 1. Locate the transmission dipstick at the rear of the engine compartment, on the passenger side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6 for more information. 2. Flip the handle up, then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 386
1. Locate the transmission dipstick at the rear of the engine compartment, on the passenger side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on of the engine air cleaner/filter. Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the scheduled maintenance intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 387
air cleaner/filter from the vehicle by following Steps 1 through 6. When the engine air cleaner/filter is removed, lightly shake it to release loose dust and dirt. If the engine air cleaner/filter remains covered with dirt, a new filter is required. Never use compressed air to clean the filter - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 388
heater core, or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant could require changing sooner, at 50 000 km (30,000 mi) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Any repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always use DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant in the vehicle. { WARNING Operating - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 389
when it is low. If there is a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on page 10‑21. What to engine temperature. . . . . Notice: If an improper coolant mixture is used, the engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost would not be covered by the vehicle warranty - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 390
of the engine coolant listed in this manual for the cooling changed by an authorized service center, familiar with legal requirements regarding used coolant disposal. This will help protect the environment and your health. The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the passenger - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 391
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 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 392
10-20 Vehicle Care 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, - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 393
be running. If they are not, do not continue to run the engine and have the vehicle serviced. Notice: Engine damage from running the engine without coolant is not covered by the vehicle warranty. See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 10‑23 for information on driving to a safe - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 394
for long periods in traffic. Tows a trailer. See Trailer Towing on page 9‑74. 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 the overheat - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 395
should be avoided. Notice: After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode, to avoid engine damage, allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair. The engine oil will be severely degraded. Repair the cause of coolant loss, change the oil and reset the oil life system. See - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 396
loading, trailer towing, high outside temperatures, or operation of the air conditioning system, the fans may change to high speed fluid to bring the level up to the mark. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6 for reservoir location. When problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 397
damages may not be covered by the vehicle's warranty. Always use the correct fluid listed in Recommended if it is completely full. Do not use engine coolant (antifreeze) in the windshield washer. It added, be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions before use. Use a fluid that has sufficient - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 398
in Capacities and Specifications on page 12‑2. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. Brakes 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 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 399
If too much brake fluid is added, it can spill on the engine and burn, if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and the 23. The brake fluid level goes down because of normal brake lining wear. When new linings are installed, the fluid level goes back up. A fluid leak in the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 400
replacement number on the original battery label when a new battery is needed. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6 for battery location. wash it off immediately. { WARNING Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 401
Usage: Remove the black, negative (−) cable from the battery to keep the battery from running down. Extended Storage: Remove the black, negative (−) overtighten the plug. When to Change Lubricant Refer to Maintenance Schedule on page 11‑3 to determine how often to change the lubricant. What to Use - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 402
10-30 Vehicle Care Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless a leak is suspected, or an unusual noise is heard. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 403
. Remember that the rear axle assembly must be supported to get a true reading. 10-31 Rear is heard. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. All axle Lubricant 2500 Series To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. . For the 1500 series - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 404
pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle should start only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your dealer for service. For the 2500 series, the proper level is from 0 mm to - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 405
engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of P (Park) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of P (Park), contact your dealer for service parking brake's holding ability: With the engine running and the transmission in N (Neutral), slowly remove foot - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 406
inspected for wear or cracking. See Maintenance Schedule on page 11‑3. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. 3. Install the new blade onto the arm connector and make sure the grooved areas are fully set in the locked position. For the proper type and size, see - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 407
that the vehicle be taken to your dealer for service if the headlamps need to be adjusted. It the headlamps are 7.6 m (25 ft) from a light‐colored wall. Have all four tires on a level surface which is or 75 kg (160 lbs) sitting on the driver seat. Have the tires properly inflated. Have the spare tire - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 408
aim dot on the low‐beam headlamp. 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. Turn on the low-beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 409
Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 10‑39. For any bulb‐changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. 9. Make sure that the light from the others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 410
Pull the old bulb straight out from the bulb socket. 6. Press a new bulb into the bulb socket and install the socket into the taillamp assembly If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for the bulb changing procedure. 2. Remove the two screws from the taillamp assembly. A. Stoplamp/ - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 411
. 3. Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and install the new bulb. 5. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the license plate lamp. Replacement Bulbs If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 412
Vehicle Care Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. If there is a problem on the road and a fuse needs the windshield before using the windshield wipers. If the overload is caused by an electrical problem and not snow or ice, be sure to get it fixed. Headlamp Wiring An - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 413
problems. Look at the silver-colored band new one of the identical size and rating. If you ever have a problem on the road and don't have a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same amperage. Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without- like the radio or accessory - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 414
10-42 Vehicle Care - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 415
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Usage Trailer Back-up Lamps Driver Side Low-Beam Headlamp Engine Control Module (Battery) Fuel Injectors, Ignition Coils (Right Side) Transmission Control Module (Battery) Vehicle Back-up Lamps Passenger Side Low-Beam Headlamp Air Conditioning Compressor Oxygen Sensors - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 416
(CHMSL) Rear Defogger Heated Mirrors SEO B1 Upfitter Usage (Battery) Accessory Power Outlet, Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped) Automatic Level Control Compressor Relay 61 62 63 64 56 Fuses 55 Usage Climate Controls (Ignition) Engine Control Module, Secondary Fuel Pump (Ignition) Usage Cooling Fan 1 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 417
Vehicle Care J-Case Fuses 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 Relays FAN HI FAN LO Usage Electric Running Boards Not Used Transfer Case Stud 1 (Trailer Connector Battery Power) Mid-Bussed Electrical Center 1 Climate Control Blower Power Liftgate Module Left Bussed Electrical Center 2 Usage Cooling Fan High - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 418
Signal 13 14 Usage Driver Side Turn Signal, Stoplamp Instrument Panel Back Lighting Passenger Side Turn Signal, Stoplamp Passenger Door Module, Driver Unlock Power Door Lock 2 (Unlock Feature) Power Door the fuses, relays, and features shown. Fuses Usage 1 2 Rear Seats Rear Accessory Power Outlet - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 419
Accessory Power Outlets Interior Lamps Power Door Lock 1 (Unlock Feature) Rear Seat LT DR Fuses 23 24 25 Usage Rear Wiper Cooled Seats Driver Seat Module, Remote Keyless Entry System Driver Power Door Lock (Unlock Feature) Usage Driver Side Power Window Circuit Breaker Harness Connector LT - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 420
Connector 2 Body Harness Connector 1 Body Harness Connector 3 CB2 CB3 CB4 Special Equipment Option Upfitter Harness Connector Usage Passenger Side Power Window Circuit Breaker Passenger Seat Circuit Breaker Driver Seat Circuit Breaker Rear Sliding Window HEADLINER Headliner Harness 3 Connector 3 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 421
Vehicle Care 10-49 Wheels and Tires Tires Every new GM vehicle has high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. See the warranty manual for information regarding the tire warranty and where to get service. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer. . WARNING (Continued) - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 422
objects, or when sliding into a curb. The warranty does not cover this type of damage. Tire Sidewall Passenger (P‐Metric) Tire (A) Tire Size: The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 423
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 maximum pressure needed to support that load. For 10-51 Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire (A) Tire - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 424
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 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 425
wheel in inches. (F) Service Description: These characters represent capacity a tire is certified to carry. The speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load. Passenger (P‐Metric) Tire (A) Passenger tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 426
(G) Service Description: The service description Accessory Weight: The combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples of optional accessories are automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats C of the light truck (LT‐Metric) tire illustration, it would - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 427
standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, but without passengers and cargo. Truck (LT‐Metric) Tire: A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles. accessory weight, vehicle capacity weight, and production options weight. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 428
the centerline of the tread. Rim: A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated. Sidewall: The portion of a tire between the See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 10‑65. Normal Occupant Weight: The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 68 kg (150 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 429
Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 10‑69. Vehicle Capacity Weight: The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 68 kg (150 lbs) plus the accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. Vehicle Placard: A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle capacity weight - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 430
equipment tires and the correct cold tire inflation pressures. The recommended pressure is the minimum air pressure needed to support the vehicle's maximum load carrying capacity. For additional information regarding how much weight the vehicle can carry, and an example of the Tire and Loading - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 431
Vehicle Care 10-59 Tire Pressure Monitor System The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels. The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle. Each tire, - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 432
10-60 Vehicle Care Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10‑60 for additional - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 433
pressure in a specific tire displays in an incorrect tire sealant is not covered by the vehicle warranty. Always use only the GM-approved tire sealant available and DIC warning message come on at each ignition cycle until the problem is corrected. Some of the conditions that can cause these to come - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 434
the tire/wheel positions, using a TPMS relearn tool, in the following order: driver side front tire, passenger side front tire, passenger side rear tire, and driver side rear. See your dealer for service or to purchase a relearn tool. There are two minutes to match the first tire/wheel position, and - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 435
1. Set the parking brake. 2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off. 3. Press Q and K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter wheel position. 6. Proceed to the passenger side front tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 5. 7. Proceed to the passenger side rear tire, and repeat the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 436
that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See "Wheel Nut Torque" under Capacities and Specifications on page 12‑2. The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage . Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 10‑65 and Wheel Replacement on page 10‑71. Use this - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 437
wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt. When It Is Time for New Tires Factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road hub with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust build-up. Do not get grease on the flat - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 438
When storing a vehicle for at least a month, remove the tires or raise the vehicle to reduce the weight from the tires. Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for the vehicle. The original equipment tires installed were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 439
Only your dealer or authorized tire service center should mount or dismount the than the road tires originally installed on the vehicle. When new, the vehicle included a spare tire and wheel assembly with does not have a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 440
those wheels are selected. This increases the chance of a crash and serious injury. Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for the vehicle, and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician. See Buying New Tires on page 10‑66 and Accessories and Modifications on page 10‑3. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 441
30 cm), or to some limited-production tires. While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades, they must also conform to norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 442
and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 443
will know the kind of wheel that is needed. Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset, and be mounted the same nuts for replacement. Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 444
another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for the vehicle's tire size combination and road conditions. Follow that manufacturer's instructions. To avoid vehicle damage, drive slow and readjust or remove the traction device if it is contacting the vehicle. Do not spin the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 445
on while severely underinflated or flat. Have your dealer or an authorized tire service center repair or replace the flat tire as soon as possible. { WARNING . If a jack is provided with the vehicle, it is designed only for changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 446
not in N (Neutral). 4. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised. 5. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle. 6. Place wheel how to use the jack and change a tire. When the vehicle has a flat tire (B), use the following example as a guide to assist in the placement - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 447
blocks and the wheel block retainer. Use the following tools: A. Jack B. Wheel Blocks C. Jack Handle D. Jack Handle Extensions E. Wheel Wrench Regular Wheelbase Shown, Extended Wheelbase Similar 1. Remove the tray to access the tools by pulling up on the finger depression under the jack symbol. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 448
(Valve Stem Pointed Down) I. J. Hoist Shaft Access Hole Hoist End of Extension Tool To access the spare tire, refer to the following graphics and instructions: K. Spare Tire Lock 1. Open the hoist shaft access door (C) on the bumper to access the spare tire lock (K). 2. To remove the spare tire - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 449
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. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 450
. The plastic nut caps will be retained in the hub cap after it is removed from the wheel. 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 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 451
Overall View) A. Front Position B. Rear Position 4. Position the jack under the vehicle, as shown. Front Position - 2500 Models Front Tire Flat: If the flat tire is on a front tire of the vehicle, use the jack handle enough room for the spare tire to clear the ground. Front Position - 1500 Models - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 452
on a jack 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. Rear Position - 1500 Models 5. Remove all of the wheel nuts. 6. Take off the flat tire. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 453
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 changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, a cloth or a paper towel can be used - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 454
nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification after replacing. Follow the torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts. See Capacities and Specifications on page 12‑2 for original equipment wheel nut torque - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 455
carrier. Refer to the following graphics and instructions to help you: H. Spare Tire/Flat Extension Tool 10-83 Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel. K. Spare Tire Lock vehicle. Separate the tire/wheel retainer from the guide pin. Pull the pin through the center - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 456
the extension (J) through the hole in the rear bumper (I) (hoist shaft access hole). 5. Raise the tire part way upward. Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening. 6. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 457
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools" under Tire Changing on page 10‑75. 6. Return the storage tray to its original stored position. { WARNING Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions. Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoist assembly and you and others - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 458
procedure at least two times. If the spare tire lowers to the ground, continue with Step 5 under "Removing the Spare Tire and Tools" under Tire Changing on page 10‑75. 5. If the spare does not lower, turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 15 cm (6 in) of cable is exposed. To release - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 459
Vehicle Care 10-87 12. Lower the jack by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until the spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging by the cable. { WARNING 8. Attach the jack handle, extension, and wheel wrench to the jack and place it (with the wheel blocks) under - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 460
Spare Tire" under Tire Changing on page 10‑75. Full-Size Spare Tire Your vehicle, when new, had a fully-inflated spare instruction on how to remove, install or store a spare tire, see "Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare" and "Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools" under Tire Changing - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 461
: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle that would not be covered by the warranty. Trying to start the vehicle by involved in the jump start procedure. Put the automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in N (Neutral) before setting the parking brake - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 462
repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Whenever possible, turn off or unplug all accessories on either vehicle when jump starting the jump starting { WARNING An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 463
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 terminal if the vehicle has one. Negative (−) will go to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one. Do not connect - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 464
Care 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. Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 465
your dealer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed. See Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. Towing" in this section. Recreational Vehicle Towing If the vehicle has a hybrid engine, see the hybrid manual for more information. Recreational vehicle towing means towing - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 466
no neutral position and will spin the transmission when the rear wheels turn. Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle towing: . What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. What is the distance - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 467
four-wheel drive vehicle with a two speed automatic transfer case: 1. Position the vehicle being towed behind the tow vehicle and shift the transmission to P (Park). 2. Turn the engine off and firmly set the parking brake. 4. Shift the transfer case to N (Neutral). See See Four-Wheel Drive (Single - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 468
a four-wheel drive vehicle from the front: 1. Attach the dolly to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer's instructions. 2. Drive the front wheels onto the dolly. 3. Shift the transmission to P (Park). 4. Firmly set the parking brake. Notice: If a two-wheel drive vehicle or a four-wheel - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 469
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 instructions. 8. Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle. 9. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. After towing - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 470
set the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 9‑46. 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 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 471
If damage occurs, it would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty. Approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer. Follow all clearcoat paint finish on the vehicle. To keep the paint finish looking new, keep the vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible. Finish Care Application - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 472
Exterior Lamps/ Lenses and Emblems Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth, and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under "Washing the Vehicle" later in this section. Wheels and Trim - Aluminum or Chrome Use a soft, clean cloth with mild soap and water - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 473
car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes. Damage could occur and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. 10-101 Steering, Suspension, and Chassis Components Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose, or missing parts - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 474
Your dealer may have products for cleaning the interior. Use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned to prevent permanent concentrated in the interior. Before using cleaners, read and adhere to all safety instructions on the label. While cleaning the interior, maintain adequate - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 475
glass cleaners may be used, if necessary, after cleaning the interior glass with plain water. Notice: To prevent scratching, never use fabric. 4. Continue gently rubbing the soiled area until there is no longer any color transfer from the soil to the cleaning cloth. 5. If the soil is not completely - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 476
fresheners would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Instrument Panel, Leather, Vinyl, & Other perforated leather, as well as other interior surfaces, may cause permanent damage. Wipe products. Cleaners containing these solvents can permanently change the appearance and feel of leather or soft - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 477
Vehicle Care Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. 10-105 Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage. . { 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 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 478
10-106 Vehicle Care 2 NOTES - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 479
lead to costly repairs and may not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, recommended fluids, and lubricants are important to keep the vehicle in good working condition. The Tire Rotation and Required Services are the responsibility of the vehicle owner. It - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 480
city traffic in hot weather. Mainly driven in hilly or mountainous terrain. Frequently towing a trailer. Used for high speed or competitive driving. Used for taxi, police, or delivery service. . Carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information label. See - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 481
and Maintenance 11-3 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services At Each Fuel Stop . Engine Oil Change When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message displays, have the engine oil and filter changed within the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven under the best conditions, the engine oil life system might - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 482
11-4 . Service and Maintenance . Check tire inflation pressures. See Tire Pressure on page 10‑57. Inspect tire wear. See Tire Inspection on page 10‑63. Visually check for fluid leaks. Inspect engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 10‑14. Inspect brake system. Visually - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 483
Service and Maintenance 11-5 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 484
Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. Inspect for fraying, excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed. Footnotes - Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal a) Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook‐up, routing, and condition. Check that the purge valve - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 485
Service and Maintenance 11-7 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 486
Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. Inspect for fraying, excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed. Footnotes - Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe a) Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook‐up, routing, and condition. Check that the purge valve - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 487
need attention. The following list is intended to explain the services and conditions to look for that may indicate services are required. Battery The battery supplies power to start the engine and operate any additional electrical accessories. . Brakes Brakes stop the vehicle and are crucial to - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 488
inspection, trained dealer technicians can visually inspect the shocks and struts for signs of leaking, blown seals, or damage, and can advise when service is needed. . Signs that the tires need to be replaced include three or more visible treadwear indicators; cord or fabric showing through the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 489
Service and Maintenance Vehicle Care To help keep the vehicle looking like new, vehicle care products are available from your dealer. For information on how to clean and protect the vehicle's interior and exterior, see Interior Care on page 10‑102 and Exterior Care on page 10‑99. Wheel Alignment - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 490
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Engine Oil Engine Coolant Hydraulic Brake System Windshield Washer Power Steering System Automatic Transmission Key Lock Cylinders Chassis Lubrication Fluid/Lubricant Use only - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 491
Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant 11-13 Front Axle (1500 Series Vehicles with SAE 80W-90 Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 89021671, in Four-Wheel Drive) Canada 89021672). Front Axle (2500 , in Canada 89021678). DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant (GM - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 492
11-14 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Maintenance Replacement Parts Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Standard Filter High Capacity Filter Oil Filter Spark Plugs Wiper - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 493
Service and Maintenance 11-15 Maintenance Records 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. Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 494
11-16 Service and Maintenance Odometer Reading Date Serviced By Services Performed - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 495
Service and Maintenance Odometer Reading 11-17 Date Serviced By Services Performed - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 496
11-18 Service and Maintenance Odometer Reading Date Serviced By Services Performed - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 497
Data Capacities and Specifications ...12-2 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...12-4 Service Parts Identification Label This label, on the inside of the glove box, has the following information: . Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Model designation. Paint information. Production options and special - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 498
Capacities and Specifications If your vehicle is a Hybrid, see the Hybrid manual for more information. The following approximate capacities 39.0 gal Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Cooling System 5.3L V8 6.0L V8 Engine Oil with Filter Fuel Tank Regular Extended 1500 Series Extended 2500 Series - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 499
Filter Replacement) 6L80-E Transmission 6L90-E Transmission Transfer Case Fluid Wheel Nut Torque 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 FlexFuel - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 500
12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 501
Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be resolved by your dealer's sales or service already been reviewed with the sales, service, or parts manager, contact the owner of your ...13-21 Navigation System ...13-21 Radio Frequency Identification (RFID - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 502
Chevrolet, remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer's facility. That is why we suggest following Step One first. STEP THREE - U.S. Owners: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new to change eligibility - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 503
to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory-related vehicle service claims. The program provides for the review of the facts involved you get the Warranty Extension Plan? This plan is recommended by General Motors to supplement the warranty included with the new vehicle purchase. See - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 504
information: ... Customer Assistance Procedure Owner satisfaction and goodwill are very important to your dealer and General Motors. Normally, any problem with the transaction, sale, or usage of the vehicle must be handled by your dealer sales or service departments. However, we recognize that - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 505
C.P. 11520, Mexico, D.F. 01-800-466-0800 Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0800 United States Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 www.Chevrolet.com 1-800-222-1020 1-800-833-2438 (For Text Telephone Devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 506
:00 hours, and Saturdays from 08:00 to 15:00 hours. All e-mail inquiries to the Customer Assistance Center (CAC) should be sent to: [email protected]. Costa Rica 00-800-052-1005 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users (U.S. and Canada) To assist customers who are deaf, hard of - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 507
Digital owner manual, warranty information, and more. Storage for online service and maintenance records. Chevrolet dealer locator for service nationwide. Exclusive privileges and offers. Recall notices for your specific vehicle. OnStar and GM Cardmember Services Earnings summaries. Chevrolet Owner - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 508
the problem. . Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada) This program is available to qualified applicants for cost owner is not covered. Roadside Assistance is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to make any changes - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 509
the owner's responsibility for the repair or replacement of the tire if it is not covered by the warranty. Battery Jump Start: Service to jump start a dead battery. Services Specific to Canadian Purchased Vehicles . . Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement is approximately $5 Canadian. Diesel fuel delivery - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 510
Customer Assistance Center at 01-800-466-0800. Services Provided . . Flat Tire Change: If unable to change a flat tire, Roadside Assistance will provide towing service to the nearest authorized Chevrolet dealership. It is the owner's responsibility for the repair or replacement of the tire - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 511
. *Emergency Messages: Transmission of urgent phone messages. *Emergency Calls: Call for emergency services. *Dealership Location Assistance: Information regarding addresses and telephone numbers for Chevrolet dealers. Emergency Towing: Tow to the nearest dealer for warranty service if the vehicle - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 512
capacity greater than 3.5 tons. passengers by first class bus or coach commercial airline will be provided to a location chosen by Roadside Assistance, depending on availability at the chosen destination. Restrictions apply based on vehicle specifications. If you are on the road, taxi service - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 513
it is not available to be towed. Cost of fuel provided. . Routine vehicle repair costs are not covered by the Roadside Assistance program. For more information, see your new vehicle warranty. Contacting Roadside Assistance Roadside Assistance services are of no cost to you and available 24 hours - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 514
proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for vehicles with the Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada), extended powertrain, and/or hybrid-specific warranties in both the U.S. and Canada. Several Courtesy Transportation options are available to assist in - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 515
supported the right to unilaterally modify, change, or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at can help maintain the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Recycled original equipment parts options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Please contact your dealer for specific - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 516
in subsequent collisions. Aftermarket parts are not covered by the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any vehicle failure related to such parts is not covered by that warranty. If a Crash Occurs If there has been an injury, call emergency services for help. Do not leave the scene of a crash until - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 517
. Owner name towed there. Specify to the facility that any required replacement collision parts be original equipment parts, either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts. Remember, recycled parts will not be covered by the GM vehicle warranty not pay the full cost. If another party's - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 518
ample time for delivery. All listed prices are quoted in U.S. funds. Make checks payable in U.S. funds. Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on the engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 519
an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 520
Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet engine and transmission service the vehicle. Some modules may also store data about how you operate the vehicle, such as rate of fuel consumption or average speed. These modules may also retain the owner 's personal preferences, such as radio presets, seat passenger - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 521
OnStar Overview on page 14‑1. Navigation System If the vehicle has a navigation system, use of the system may result in the storage of destinations, addresses, telephone numbers, and other trip information. Refer to the navigation manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 522
not cause harmful interference. 2. The device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modifications to any of these systems by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 523
buttons. If the status light is: ... Solid Green: System is ready. Flashing Green: On a call. Red: Indicates a problem. OnStar Services Emergency ...Security ...Navigation ...Connections ...Diagnostics ...14-2 14-2 14-2 14-4 14-5 If equipped, this vehicle has a comprehensive, in-vehicle system that - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 524
Navigation OnStar navigation requires the Directions and Connections service plan. Push Q to receive directions or have them sent to the vehicle navigation Navigation 1. Push Q to connect to a live Advisor. 2. Request directions. 3. Directions are downloaded to the vehicle. 4. Follow the voice-guided - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 525
System responds with miles to the destination, then responds with "OnStar ready," then a tone. 3. Say "Goodbye." Exits voice commands. 14-3 Other Navigation Services Available from OnStar OnStar eNav: Allows subscribers to send destinations from Google Maps and MapQuest.com to their Turn-by-Turn - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 526
14-4 OnStar Retrieve My Number 1. Push X. System responds: "OnStar ready." 2. Say "My Number." System responds: "Your OnStar Hands-Free Calling number is." 4. Pick a name tag. "System responds: "About to store . Does that sound OK?" 5. Say "Yes" or "No" to try again. System responds: "OK, - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 527
has changed, OnStar may send a voice message to the vehicle, requesting updated account information. How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response, Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn Navigation - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 528
modified, OnStar service may not work. Other problems beyond OnStar 's control may prevent service such as hills, tall buildings, tunnels, the OnStar subscription, and allows viewing of videos of each service. Get subscription plan pricing and sign up for OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics. Click on the - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 529
Number (PIN) A PIN is needed to access some of the OnStar services, like Remote Door Unlock and Stolen Vehicle Assistance. You will be prompted to change the PIN the first time when speaking with an Advisor. To change the OnStar PIN, call OnStar and provide the Advisor with the current number - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 530
there is limited cellular coverage or the cellular network has reached maximum capacity, this message may come on. Push Q to try the and Power Issues OnStar services require a vehicle electrical system, wireless service, and GPS satellite transmissions and private communications without consent. - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 531
Seats ...3-5 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...10-14 Air Vents ...8-13 Airbag System Check ...3-46 How Does an Airbag Restrain? ...3-37 Passenger 44 Passenger Status Indicator ...5-18 Readiness Light ...5-18 Servicing Appearance Care Exterior ...10-99 Interior ...10-102 Armrest Storage ...4-1 Assistance - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 532
New Tires ...10-66 Automatic Dimming Mirrors ...2-21 Door Locks ...2-9 Headlamp System ...6-4 Level Control ...9-51 Transmission ...9-32 Transmission Fluid ...10-11 Automatic Transmission Manual Canadian Vehicle Owners ...iii Capacities and Specifications ...12-2 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust ...9- - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 533
and Warnings ...iv CD Player ...7-14 CD/DVD Player ...7-20 Center Console Storage ...4-2 Center Seat ...3-4 Chains, Tire ...10-72 Charging System Light ...5-20 Check Engine Light ...5-20 Ignition Transmission Lock ...10-33 Child Restraints Infants and Young Children ...3-49 Lower Anchors and Tethers - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 534
Roads ...9-11 Winter ...9-13 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ...8-4 DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System ...7-35 DVD/CD Player ...7-20 Emergency, OnStar® ...14-2 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...10-14 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ...5-20 Compartment Overview ...10-6 Coolant ...10-17 Coolant - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 535
25 Entry Lighting ...6-9 Equipment, Towing ...9-79 Event Data Recorders ...13-20 Exit Lighting ...6-9 Extender, Safety Belt ...3-29 Exterior Lamp Controls ...6-1 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder ...6-2 Flat Tire ...10-73 Changing ...10-75 Floor Mats ...10-105 Fluid Automatic Transmission ...10-11 Brakes - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 536
Specifications ...9-64 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature ...5-15 Engine Oil Pressure ...5-14 Fuel ...5-13 Odometer ...5-13 Speedometer ...5-13 Tachometer ...5-13 Trip Odometer ...5-13 Voltmeter ...5-16 Warning Lights and Indicators ...5-11 General Information Service and Maintenance ...11-1 Towing - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 537
cont'd) Brake System Warning ...5-23 Charging System ...5-20 Cruise Control ...5-27 Engine Oil Pressure ...5-26 Flash-to-Pass ...6-3 Front Fog Lamp ...5-27 High 17 Security ...5-26 StabiliTrak® OFF ...5-24 Tire Pressure ...5-25 Tow/Haul Mode ...5-24 Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® ...5-25 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 538
...11-15 Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...11-12 Transfer Case ...9-37, 9-42 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...5-20 Manual Mirrors ...2-19 Manual Mode ...9-35 Memory Features ...1-10 Memory Seats ...3-8 N Navigation OnStar® ...14-2 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...13-21 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 539
-4 Diagnostics ...14-5 OnStar® (cont'd) Emergency ...14-2 Navigation ...14-2 Overview ...14-1 Security ...14-2 System, In Brief ...1-30 Operation, Infotainment System ...7-3 Ordering Service Publications ...13-18 Outlets Power ...5-9 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ...10-23 Overheating - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 540
Seat Audio (RSA) System ...7-46 Rear Seat Entertainment System ...7-35 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ...7-46 Rear Seats Records Maintenance ...11-15 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...10-93 Reimbursement Program, GM Restraints Where to Put ...3-53 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...9-27 Ride Control Systems - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 541
...3-4 Reclining Seatbacks ...3-6 Second Row ...3-12 Third Row Seat ...3-16 Second Row Seats ...3-12 Secondary Latch System ...10-85 Securing Child Restraints ...14-2 Vehicle ...2-15 Service Accessories and Modifications ...10-3 Doing Your Own Work ...10-4 Engine Soon Light ...5-20 Maintenance - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 542
and Tire Balance ...10-70 Wheel Replacement ...10-71 When It Is Time for New Tires ...10-65 Tow/Haul Mode ...9-36 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change ...6-5 Snow Plow ...9-90 Specifications and Capacities ...12-2 Speedometer ...5-13 StabiliTrak OFF Light ...5-24 System ...9-47 Start Assist, Hills ...9-47 - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 543
19 Towing ...9-74 Transfer Case ...9-37, 9-42 Transmission Automatic ...9-32 Fluid, Automatic ...10-11 Messages ...5-45 Transportation Program, Courtesy ...13-14 Trip Odometer ...5-13 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...6-5 Turn Signal Bulb Replacement ...10-38 i-13 V Vehicle Canadian Owners ...iii - 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | Owner's Manual - Page 544
10-25 Messages ...5-47 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ...10-70 Different Size ...10-68 Replacement ...10-71 When It Is Time for New Tires ...10-65 Where to Put the Restraint ...3-53 Windows ...2-23 Power ...2-24 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...5-5 Winter Driving ...9-13 Wiper Blade Replacement ...10
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2012 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual
M
In Brief
... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-1
Instrument Panel
.. .. . . . . . . . . . .
1-2
Initial Drive Information
... . . . . .
1-4
Vehicle Features
. ... . . . . . . . . .
1-21
Performance and
Maintenance
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1-28
Keys, Doors, and
Windows
.. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-1
Keys and Locks
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2-2
Doors
. ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-10
Vehicle Security
... . . . . . . . . . . .
2-15
Exterior Mirrors
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2-18
Interior Mirrors
... . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-22
Windows
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2-23
Roof
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2-25
Seats and Restraints
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3-1
Head Restraints
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3-2
Front Seats
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3-3
Rear Seats
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3-11
Safety Belts
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3-20
Airbag System
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3-30
Child Restraints
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3-47
Storage
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4-1
Storage Compartments
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4-1
Additional Storage Features.. . 4-2
Roof Rack System
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4-3
Instruments and Controls
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5-1
Controls
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5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators
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5-11
Information Displays
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5-28
Vehicle Messages
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5-37
Vehicle Personalization
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5-47
Universal Remote System
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5-56
Lighting
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6-1
Exterior Lighting
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6-1
Interior Lighting
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6-7
Lighting Features
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6-9
Infotainment System
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7-1
Introduction
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7-1
Radio
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7-8
Audio Players
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7-14
Rear Seat Infotainment
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7-35
Phone
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7-48
Trademarks and License
Agreements
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7-55
Climate Controls
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8-1
Climate Control Systems
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8-1
Air Vents
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8-13
Driving and Operating
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9-1
Driving Information
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9-2
Starting and Operating
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9-22
Engine Exhaust
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9-30
Automatic Transmission
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9-32
Drive Systems
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9-37
Brakes
... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9-44
Ride Control Systems
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9-47
Cruise Control
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9-52
Object Detection Systems
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9-54
Fuel
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9-63
Towing
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9-69
Conversions and Add-Ons. .. 9-90