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1. Put the jack tools (B), in the tool bag and place in the retaining clip above the jack (E). 2. Tighten down with the wing nut (A). 3. Assemble the wheel blocks (D) and jack (E) together with the wing nut (D) and knob (F). 4. Position the jack storage cover in the left rear side panel and tighten, adjusting clockwise until the jack is secured tight in the mounting bracket. Be sure to position the holes in the base of the jack onto the pin in the mounting bracket. Regular Models - Rear Access Panel A. Retaining Bracket and Wing Nut B. Jack Tools C. Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks D. Wheel Blocks E. Jack F. Knob 5-97

Section	Page
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban BOOK TOC	1
Seats and Restraint Systems	7
Front Seats	8
Manual Seats	8
Power Seats	9
Power Lumbar	9
Heated Seats	10
Reclining Seatbacks	11
Head Restraints	13
Rear Seats	14
Rear Seat Operation	14
	60
Where to Put the Restraint	62
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)	63
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position	70
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position	72
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position	74
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	74
Airbag System	78
Where Are the Airbags?	80
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	83
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	84
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	84
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	85
Passenger Sensing System	86
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	90
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	90
Restraint System Check	91
Checking the Restraint Systems	91
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	92
Features and Controls	93
Keys	95
Remote Keyless Entry System	96
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation	97
Doors and Locks	100
Door Locks	100
Power Door Locks	101
Delayed Locking	102
Programmable Automatic Door Locks	102
Rear Door Security Locks	104
Lockout Protection	105
Liftgate	105
Windows	106
Power Windows	107
Sun Visors	108
Theft-Deterrent Systems	108
Content Theft-Deterrent	108
Passlock®	110
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	110
New Vehicle Break-In	110
Ignition Positions	111
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	112
Starting the Engine	112
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal	113
Engine Coolant Heater	114
Automatic Transmission Operation	115
Tow/Haul Mode	118
Four-Wheel Drive	118
Parking Brake	124
Shifting Into Park (P)	125
Shifting Out of Park (P)	127
Parking Over Things That Burn	127
Engine Exhaust	128
Running the Engine While Parked	128
Mirrors	129
Manual Rearview Mirror	129
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar® and Compass	129
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar®, Compass and Temperature Display	131
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass	134
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display	135
Outside Manual Mirrors	138
Outside Camper-Type Mirrors	138
Outside Power Mirrors	139
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors	140
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror	140
Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors	141
Outside Convex Mirror	141
Outside Heated Mirrors	141
OnStar® System	142
Universal Home Remote System	144
Universal Home Remote System Operation	144
Storage Areas	148
Glove Box	148
Cupholder(s)	148
Front Storage Area	148
Center Console Storage Area	148
Luggage Carrier	148
Rear Storage Area	149
Convenience Net	150
Cargo Cover	150
Sunroof	152
Vehicle Personalization	152
Memory Seat	153
Instrument Panel	155
Instrument Panel Overview	158
Hazard Warning Flashers	159
Other Warning Devices	160
Horn	160
Tilt Wheel	160
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	161
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	161
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	162
Flash-to-Pass	163
Windshield Wipers	163
Windshield Washer	164
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	164
Cruise Control	165
Headlamps	168
Headlamps on Reminder	169
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	169
Automatic Headlamp System	170
Fog Lamps	171
Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp	172
Instrument Panel Brightness	172
Dome Lamps	172
Dome Lamp Override	173
Entry Lighting	173
Exit Lighting	173
Front Reading Lamps	173
Battery Run-Down Protection	174
Accessory Power Outlet(s)	174
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter	175
Climate Controls	175
Climate Control System	175
Dual Climate Control System	176
Dual Automatic Climate Control System	179
Outlet Adjustment	184
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System	185
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls	186
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	188
Instrument Panel Cluster	189
Speedometer and Odometer	190
Trip Odometer	190
Tachometer	190
Safety Belt Reminder Light	190
Airbag Readiness Light	191
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	191
Battery Warning Light	193
Voltmeter Gage	194
Brake System Warning Light	195
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light	196
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	196
Transmission Temperature Gage	197
Tire Pressure Light	198
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	199
Oil Pressure Gage	202
Security Light	203
Cruise Control Light	203
Highbeam On Light	203
Four-Wheel-Drive Light	203
Tow/Haul Mode Light	204
Fuel Gage	204
Low Fuel Warning Light	204
Driver Information Center (DIC)	205
DIC Operation and Displays	206
DIC Warnings and Messages	209
DIC Vehicle Customization	220
Audio System(s)	226
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS)	227
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS)	228
AM-FM Radio	228
Radio with CD	231
Radio with Cassette and CD	242
Radio with Six-Disc CD	256
Navigation/Radio System	271
Rear Seat Entertainment System	271
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)	282
Theft-Deterrent Feature	283
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	284
Radio Reception	285
Care of the Cassette Tape Player	285
Care of Your CDs and DVDs	286
Care of the CD and DVD Player	287
Fixed Mast Antenna	287
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System	287
Chime Level Adjustment	287
Driving Your Vehicle	289
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle	290
Defensive Driving	290
Drunken Driving	291
Control of a Vehicle	293
Braking	294
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	295
Braking in Emergencies	296
Locking Rear Axle	296
StabiliTrak® System	297
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System	299
Steering	300
Off-Road Recovery	302
Passing	302
Loss of Control	304
Off-Road Driving	305
Driving at Night	320
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	322
City Driving	324
Freeway Driving	325
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	326
Highway Hypnosis	327
Hill and Mountain Roads	328
Winter Driving	330
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	334
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out	334
Recovery Hooks	335
Loading Your Vehicle	336
Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment	341
Towing	346
Towing Your Vehicle	346
Recreational Vehicle Towing	346
Level Control	349
Autoride®	350
Towing a Trailer	350
Trailer Recommendations	367
Service and Appearance Care	369
Service	371
Accessories and Modifications	371
California Proposition 65 Warning	371
Doing Your Own Service Work	372
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	372
Fuel	373
Gasoline Octane	373
Gasoline Specifications	373
California Fuel	373
Additives	374
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)	375
Fuels in Foreign Countries	376
Filling the Tank	376
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	378
Checking Things Under the Hood	378
Hood Release	379
Engine Compartment Overview	380
Engine Oil	383
Engine Oil Life System	386
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	388
Automatic Transmission Fluid	390
Engine Coolant	393
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap	396
Engine Overheating	396
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	398
Cooling System	398
Engine Fan Noise	403
Power Steering Fluid	404
Windshield Washer Fluid	405
Brakes	406
Battery	409
Jump Starting	410
All-Wheel Drive	415
Rear Axle	415
Four-Wheel Drive	417
Front Axle	418
Bulb Replacement	419
Halogen Bulbs	419
Headlamps	419
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps	420
Side Identification Marker Lamps	422
Roof Marker Lamps	422
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps	424
Replacement Bulbs	425
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	426
Tires	427
Tire Sidewall Labeling	428
Tire Terminology and Definitions	431
Inflation - Tire Pressure	433
Tire Pressure Monitor System	434
Tire Inspection and Rotation	438
When It Is Time for New Tires	439
Buying New Tires	440
Different Size Tires and Wheels	441
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	442
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	443
Wheel Replacement	443
Tire Chains	445
If a Tire Goes Flat	446
Changing a Flat Tire	447
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	448
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	452
Secondary Latch System	458
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools	462
Spare Tire	467
Appearance Care	467
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle	467
Fabric/Carpet	469
Leather	469
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces	470
Care of Safety Belts	470
Weatherstrips	470
Washing Your Vehicle	471
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	471
Finish Care	471
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades	472
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels	473
Tires	474
Sheet Metal Damage	474
Finish Damage	474
Underbody Maintenance	474
Chemical Paint Spotting	474
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	475
Vehicle Identification	476
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	476
Service Parts Identification Label	476
Electrical System	477
Add-On Electrical Equipment	477
Windshield Wiper Fuses	477
Power Windows and Other Power Options	477
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	477
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	478
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block	480
Underhood Fuse Block	481
Capacities and Specifications	486
Maintenance Schedule	489
Maintenance Schedule	490
Introduction	490
Maintenance Requirements	490
Your Vehicle and the Environment	490
Using the Maintenance Schedule	491
Scheduled Maintenance	492
Additional Required Services	494
Maintenance Footnotes	495
Owner Checks and Services	497
At Each Fuel Fill	497
At Least Once a Month	498
At Least Once a Year	498
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	500
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	502
Engine Drive Belt Routing	503
Maintenance Record	504
Customer Assistance and Information	507
Customer Assistance and Information	508
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	508
Online Owner Center	510
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	510
Customer Assistance Offices	510
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	512
Roadside Assistance Program	512
Courtesy Transportation	514
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders	516
Collision Damage Repair	517
Reporting Safety Defects	520
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	520
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	520
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	521
Service Publications Ordering Information	521