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Personalization Button Press the personalization button to access the VEHICLE SETTINGS menu and customize the personalization settings to your vehicle. See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-54 for more information. Select Button Press the select button to reset certain DIC functions and set your personalization settings. For example, this button will reset the trip odometers and scroll through the languages you can select the DIC to display information in. require action before they can be removed from the DIC display. You should take any messages that appear on the display seriously and remember that clearing the messages will only make the messages disappear, not correct the problem. The following are the possible messages that can be displayed and some information about them. BATTERY NOT CHARGING If the battery is not charging during operation, this message will appear on the DIC. Driving with this problem could drain your battery. Have the electrical system checked as soon as possible. Pressing any of the four DIC buttons or the trip odometer reset stem will clear the message from the DIC display. DIC Warnings and Messages Warning messages are displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC) to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some action may be needed by the driver to correct the condition. If there is more than one message that needs to be displayed they will appear one after another. Some messages may not require immediate action, but you should press any of the four DIC buttons located on the steering wheel or the trip odometer reset stem located on the instrument panel cluster to acknowledge that you received the messages and clear them from the display. Some messages cannot be cleared from the display because they are more urgent. These messages CHANGE ENGINE OIL This message is displayed when the engine oil needs to be changed. See "Engine Oil Life System" under DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-44 and Engine Oil Life System on page 5-16 for information on how to reset the message. This message will clear itself after 10 seconds until the next ignition cycle. 3-47

Section	Page
2005 HUMMER H2 Book TOC	1
Seats and Restraint Systems	7
Front Seats	8
Power Seats	8
Power Lumbar	9
Heated Seats	10
Reclining Seatbacks	11
Head Restraints	12
Rear Seats	13
Heated Seats	13
	60
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	60
Airbag System	64
Where Are the Airbags?	66
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	67
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	69
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	69
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	70
Airbag Off Switch	71
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	74
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	75
Restraint System Check	75
Checking Your Restraint Systems	75
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	76
Features and Controls	77
Keys	79
Remote Keyless Entry System	80
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation	81
Doors and Locks	84
Door Locks	84
Power Door Locks	85
Delayed Locking	85
Programmable Automatic Door Locks	86
Rear Door Security Locks	88
Lockout Protection	89
Liftgate (SUV)	89
Midgate (SUT)	90
Tailgate (SUT)	92
Windows	94
Power Windows	95
Sun Visors	98
Theft-Deterrent Systems	98
Content Theft-Deterrent	98
Passlock®	100
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	101
New Vehicle Break-In	101
Ignition Positions	101
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	102
Starting Your Engine	102
Engine Coolant Heater	103
Automatic Transmission Operation	104
Tow/Haul Mode	107
All-Wheel Drive	108
Parking Brake	112
Shifting Into Park (P)	113
Shifting Out of Park (P)	114
Parking Over Things That Burn	114
Engine Exhaust	115
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked	116
Mirrors	117
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar®, Compass and Temperature Display	117
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display	119
Outside Power Mirrors	122
Outside Convex Mirror	123
Outside Heated Mirrors	123
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror with Curb View Assist	124
OnStar® System	124
HomeLink® Transmitter	126
Programming the HomeLink® Transmitter	127
Storage Areas	130
Glove Box	130
Center Overhead Console	130
Center Console Storage Area	131
Luggage Carrier	131
Rear Seat Armrest	135
Cargo Tie Downs (SUT)	135
All-Weather Cargo Area (SUT)	135
Tonneau Cover (SUT)	137
Sunroof	138
Vehicle Personalization	139
Memory Seat	139
Instrument Panel	141
Instrument Panel Overview	144
Hazard Warning Flashers	146
Other Warning Devices	146
Horn	146
Tilt Wheel	146
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	147
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	147
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	148
Flash-to-Pass	148
Windshield Wipers	149
Windshield Washer	149
Cruise Control	150
Exterior Lamps	153
Headlamps on Reminder	154
Daytime Running Lamps	154
Automatic Headlamp System	155
Off-Road Lamps	156
Instrument Panel Brightness	156
Dome Lamps	157
Entry/Exit Lighting	157
Reading Lamps	157
Battery Run-Down Protection	157
Accessory Power Outlets	158
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter	158
Climate Controls	159
Dual Automatic Climate Control System	159
Outlet Adjustment	165
Climate Controls Personalization	165
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	166
Instrument Panel Cluster	167
Speedometer and Odometer	168
Tachometer	168
Safety Belt Reminder Light	168
Airbag Readiness Light	169
Airbag Off Light	170
Charging System Light	171
Voltmeter Gage	172
Brake System Warning Light	172
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light	174
Traction Off Light	174
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	175
Transmission Temperature Gage	175
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	177
Oil Pressure Gage	180
Security Light	181
Cruise Control Light	181
Highbeam On Light	181
Tow/Haul Mode Light	182
Fuel Gage	182
Low Fuel Warning Light	183
Driver Information Center (DIC)	183
DIC Operation and Displays	184
DIC Warnings and Messages	187
DIC Vehicle Personalization	194
Audio System(s)	200
Setting the Time	201
Radio with Cassette and CD	201
Radio with Six-Disc CD	214
Navigation/Radio System	227
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)	227
Theft-Deterrent Feature	229
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	229
Radio Reception	230
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player	231
Care of Your CDs	232
Care of Your CD Player	232
Fixed Mast Antenna	232
Chime Level Adjustment	232
Driving Your Vehicle	233
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle	234
Defensive Driving	234
Drunken Driving	234
Control of a Vehicle	237
Braking	238
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	239
Braking in Emergencies	240
Traction Control System (TCS)	241
Locking Rear Axle	242
Steering	243
Off-Road Recovery	245
Passing	245
Loss of Control	247
Off-Road Driving	248
Driving at Night	271
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	272
City Driving	275
Freeway Driving	276
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	277
Highway Hypnosis	278
Hill and Mountain Roads	278
Winter Driving	280
If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	284
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out	285
Recovery Loops	285
First Aid Kit and Tool Kit	287
Front Mounted Receiver	288
Power Winch Platform	289
Loading Your Vehicle	290
Towing	296
Towing Your Vehicle	296
Recreational Vehicle Towing	296
Selectable Extended Rear Ride Height	297
Electronically Controlled Air Suspension System	298
Trailer Recommendations	299
Towing a Trailer	300
Service and Appearance Care	313
Service	315
Doing Your Own Service Work	316
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	317
Fuel	317
Gasoline Octane	317
Gasoline Specifications	317
California Fuel	317
Additives	318
Fuels in Foreign Countries	318
Filling Your Tank	319
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	321
Checking Things Under the Hood	321
Hood Release	322
Engine Compartment Overview	324
Engine Oil	325
Engine Oil Life System	328
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	330
Automatic Transmission Fluid	333
Engine Coolant	336
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap	338
Engine Overheating	338
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	340
Cooling System	341
Power Steering Fluid	345
Windshield Washer Fluid	346
Brakes	347
Battery	350
Jump Starting	351
All-Wheel Drive	355
Rear Axle	356
Front Axle	356
Bulb Replacement	357
Halogen Bulbs	357
Headlamps	358
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps	359
Daytime Running Lamps	359
Roof Marker Lamps	360
Taillamps	362
Replacement Bulbs	364
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	365
Tires	366
Tire Sidewall Labelling	367
Tire Terminology and Definitions	370
Inflation - Tire Pressure	372
Tire Inspection and Rotation	373
When It Is Time for New Tires	375
Buying New Tires	375
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	376
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	377
Wheel Replacement	378
Tire Chains	379
Accessory Inflator	379
If a Tire Goes Flat	381
Changing a Flat Tire	382
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	383
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	391
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools	398
Spare Tire	403
Appearance Care	404
Fabric/Carpet	404
Vinyl	406
Leather	406
Instrument Panel	406
Interior Plastic Components	406
Wood Panels	407
Speaker Covers	407
Glass Surfaces	407
Care of Safety Belts	407
Weatherstrips	407
Washing Your Vehicle	408
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	409
Finish Care	409
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades	410
Aluminum Wheels	410
Tires	411
Sheet Metal Damage	411
Finish Damage	411
Underbody Maintenance	411
Chemical Paint Spotting	411
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	412
Vehicle Identification	413
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	413
Service Parts Identification Label	413
Electrical System	414
Add-On Electrical Equipment	414
Windshield Wiper Fuses	414
Power Windows and Other Power Options	414
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	415
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	415
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block	418
Underhood Fuse Block	419
Capacities and Specifications	424
Maintenance Schedule	425
Maintenance Schedule	426
Introduction	426
Maintenance Requirements	426
Your Vehicle and the Environment	426
Using Your Maintenance Schedule	427
Scheduled Maintenance	428
Additional Required Services	430
Maintenance Footnotes	431
Owner Checks and Services	433
At Each Fuel Fill	433
At Least Once a Month	433
At Least Once a Year	434
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	436
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	437
Engine Drive Belt Routing	438
Maintenance Record	439
Customer Assistance and Information	443
Customer Assistance and Information	444
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	444
Online Owner Center	445
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	446
Customer Assistance Offices	446
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities	447
Roadside Assistance Program	448
Courtesy Transportation	449
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders	451
Reporting Safety Defects	452
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	452
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	453
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	453
Service Publications Ordering Information	453

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Personalization Button

Press the personalization button to access the VEHICLE

SETTINGS menu and customize the personalization

settings to your vehicle. See

DIC Vehicle Personalization

on page 3-54

for more information.

Select Button

Press the select button to reset certain DIC functions

and set your personalization settings. For example, this

button will reset the trip odometers and scroll through

the languages you can select the DIC to display

information in.

DIC Warnings and Messages

Warning messages are displayed on the Driver

Information Center (DIC) to notify the driver that the

status of the vehicle has changed and that some action

may be needed by the driver to correct the condition.

If there is more than one message that needs to

be displayed they will appear one after another. Some

messages may not require immediate action, but

you should press any of the four DIC buttons located on

the steering wheel or the trip odometer reset stem

located on the instrument panel cluster to acknowledge

that you received the messages and clear them from

the display. Some messages cannot be cleared from the

display because they are more urgent. These messages

require action before they can be removed from the DIC

display. You should take any messages that appear

on the display seriously and remember that clearing the

messages will only make the messages disappear,

not correct the problem. The following are the possible

messages that can be displayed and some information

about them.

BATTERY NOT CHARGING

If the battery is not charging during operation, this

message will appear on the DIC. Driving with this

problem could drain your battery. Have the electrical

system checked as soon as possible. Pressing any of

the four DIC buttons or the trip odometer reset stem will

clear the message from the DIC display.

CHANGE ENGINE OIL

This message is displayed when the engine oil needs to

be changed. See “Engine Oil Life System” under

DIC

Operation and Displays on page 3-44

and

Engine

Oil Life System on page 5-16

for information on how to

reset the message. This message will clear itself

after 10 seconds until the next ignition cycle.

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