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Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat on wheels. 1-14

Section	Page
2008 GMC Envoy and Envoy Denali BookTOC	1
Seats and Restraint Systems	5
Front Seats	6
Manual Seats	6
Power Seats	7
Manual Lumbar	7
Power Lumbar	8
Heated Seats	8
Memory Seat, Mirrors, and Pedals	9
Reclining Seatbacks	11
Head Restraints	14
Rear Seats	15
Rear Seat Operation	15
Safety Belts	17
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone	17
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	22
Lap-Shoulder Belt	30
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	35
Safety Belt Extender	35
Child Restraints	36
Older Children	36
Infants and Young Children	39
Child Restraint Systems	42
Where to Put the Restraint	44
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)	45
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position	51
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position	53
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	54
Airbag System	57
Where Are the Airbags?	60
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	62
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	63
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	63
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	64
Passenger Sensing System	65
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	70
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	70
Restraint System Check	72
Checking the Restraint Systems	72
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	73
Features and Controls	75
Keys	77
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	78
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	79
Doors and Locks	81
Door Locks	81
Power Door Locks	82
Delayed Locking	82
Programmable Automatic Door Locks	83
Rear Door Security Locks	85
Lockout Protection	85
Liftgate/Liftglass	86
Windows	87
Power Windows	88
Sun Visors	89
Theft-Deterrent Systems	90
Content Theft-Deterrent	90
Passlock® (U. S. Only)	91
PASS-Key® III+	92
PASS-Key® III+ Operation (Canada Only)	92
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	94
New Vehicle Break-In	94
Ignition Positions	95
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	96
Starting the Engine	96
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal	98
Engine Coolant Heater	98
Active Fuel Management™	99
Automatic Transmission Operation	100
Four-Wheel Drive	103
Parking Brake	107
Shifting Into PARK (P)	108
Shifting Out of PARK (P)	110
Parking Over Things That Burn	111
Engine Exhaust	111
Running the Vehicle While Parked	112
Mirrors	113
Manual Rearview Mirror	113
Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar®	113
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar® and Compass	113
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar®, Compass and Temperature Display	115
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display	118
Outside Manual Mirrors	120
Outside Power Mirrors	121
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror	121
Outside Convex Mirror	122
Outside Heated Mirrors	122
OnStar® System	122
Universal Home Remote System	126
Universal Home Remote System	126
Universal Home Remote System Operation (With One Triangular LED)	126
Storage Areas	131
Glove Box	131
Overhead Console	131
Center Console Storage	131
Luggage Carrier	132
Rear Floor Storage Lid	133
Convenience Net	133
Cargo Cover	133
Cargo Tie Downs	134
Sunroof	134
Instrument Panel	135
Instrument Panel Overview	138
Hazard Warning Flashers	140
Other Warning Devices	140
Horn	140
Tilt Wheel	140
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	141
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	141
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	142
Flash-to-Pass	142
Windshield Wipers	143
Windshield Washer	143
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	144
Headlamp Washer	145
Cruise Control	145
Headlamps	148
Headlamps on Reminder	149
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	149
Automatic Headlamp System	149
Fog Lamps	150
Instrument Panel Brightness	151
Dome Lamps	151
Dome Lamp Override	151
Entry Lighting	152
Exit Lighting	152
Reading Lamps	152
Electric Power Management	152
Battery Run-Down Protection	153
Accessory Power Outlet(s)	154
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter	154
Climate Controls	155
Dual Climate Control System	155
Dual Automatic Climate Control System	157
Outlet Adjustment	162
Rear Climate Control System	162
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	164
Instrument Panel Cluster	165
Speedometer and Odometer	166
Trip Odometer	166
Tachometer	166
Safety Belt Reminders	166
Airbag Readiness Light	167
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	168
Charging System Light	170
Voltmeter Gage	171
Brake System Warning Light	172
Antilock Brake System Warning Light	173
StabiliTrak® Service Light	173
StabiliTrak® Indicator Light	174
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	174
Tire Pressure Light	175
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	175
Oil Pressure Gage	178
Change Engine Oil Light	179
Security Light	180
Cruise Control Light	180
Reduced Engine Power Light	180
Highbeam On Light	181
Service Four-Wheel Drive Warning Light	181
Check Gages Warning Light	181
Gate Ajar Light	182
Fuel Gage	182
Low Fuel Warning Light	183
Check Gas Cap Light	183
Driver Information Center (DIC)	183
DIC Operation and Displays	184
DIC Warnings and Messages	187
DIC Vehicle Customization	192
Audio System(s)	199
Setting the Clock	200
Radio(s)	200
Using an MP3	216
XM Radio Messages	220
Navigation/Radio System	221
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System	221
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)	234
Theft-Deterrent Feature	235
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	235
Radio Reception	236
Fixed Mast Antenna	237
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System	237
Chime Level Adjustment	237
Driving Your Vehicle	239
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle	240
Defensive Driving	240
Drunk Driving	240
Control of a Vehicle	241
Braking	241
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	242
Braking in Emergencies	243
Locking Rear Axle	243
StabiliTrak® System	244
Steering	248
Off-Road Recovery	250
Passing	250
Loss of Control	250
Off-Road Driving	251
Driving at Night	264
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	265
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	266
Highway Hypnosis	266
Hill and Mountain Roads	267
Winter Driving	268
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow	271
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out	272
Loading Your Vehicle	272
Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment	278
Towing	278
Towing Your Vehicle	278
Recreational Vehicle Towing	278
Electronically Controlled Air Suspension System	282
Towing a Trailer	283
Service and Appearance Care	295
Service	297
Accessories and Modifications	297
California Proposition 65 Warning	298
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	298
Doing Your Own Service Work	298
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	299
Fuel	299
Gasoline Octane	300
Gasoline Specifications	300
California Fuel	300
Additives	301
Fuels in Foreign Countries	301
Filling the Tank	302
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	304
Checking Things Under the Hood	304
Hood Release	305
Engine Compartment Overview	306
Engine Oil	310
Engine Oil Life System	313
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	315
Automatic Transmission Fluid	317
Engine Coolant	320
Radiator Pressure Cap	322
Engine Overheating	322
Cooling System	324
Engine Fan Noise	329
Power Steering Fluid	330
Windshield Washer Fluid	331
Brakes	332
Battery	335
Jump Starting	336
Rear Axle	340
Four-Wheel Drive	341
Front Axle	342
Headlamp Aiming	343
Bulb Replacement	343
Halogen Bulbs	343
Headlamps	344
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps	345
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps	345
Back-Up Lamps	347
License Plate Lamp	347
Replacement Bulbs	348
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	348
Tires	351
Tire Sidewall Labeling	352
Tire Terminology and Definitions	355
Inflation - Tire Pressure	358
High-Speed Operation	360
Tire Pressure Monitor System	361
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	363
Tire Inspection and Rotation	366
When It Is Time for New Tires	367
Buying New Tires	368
Different Size Tires and Wheels	370
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	371
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	372
Wheel Replacement	372
Tire Chains	374
Accessory Inflator	374
If a Tire Goes Flat	375
Changing a Flat Tire	376
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	378
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	381
Secondary Latch System	386
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools	390
Spare Tire	393
Appearance Care	394
Interior Cleaning	394
Fabric/Carpet	395
Leather	396
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces	396
Care of Safety Belts	397
Weatherstrips	397
Washing Your Vehicle	397
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	398
Finish Care	398
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades	399
Aluminum Wheels	399
Tires	400
Sheet Metal Damage	400
Finish Damage	400
Underbody Maintenance	400
Chemical Paint Spotting	400
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	401
Vehicle Identification	402
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	402
Service Parts Identification Label	402
Electrical System	403
Add-On Electrical Equipment	403
Headlamps	403
Windshield Wiper Fuses	403
Power Windows and Other Power Options	403
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	404
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	404
Rear Underseat Fuse Block	410
Capacities and Specifications	414
Maintenance Schedule	417
Maintenance Schedule	418
Introduction	418
Maintenance Requirements	418
Your Vehicle and the Environment	418
Using the Maintenance Schedule	419
Scheduled Maintenance	420
Additional Required Services	422
Maintenance Footnotes	423
Owner Checks and Services	425
At Each Fuel Fill	425
At Least Once a Month	425
At Least Once a Year	426
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	428
Maintenance Replacement Parts	430
Engine Drive Belt Routing	431
Maintenance Record	432
Customer Assistance Information	435
Customer Assistance and Information	436
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	436
Online Owner Center	439
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	440
Customer Assistance Offices	440
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	441
Roadside Assistance Program	442
Scheduling Service Appointments	444
Courtesy Transportation	445
Collision Damage Repair	446
Reporting Safety Defects	449
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	449
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	450
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	450
Service Publications Ordering Information	450
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	452
Event Data Recorders	452
OnStar®	453
Navigation System	453
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	453

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