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StabiliTrak® System (Automatic Transmission) Your vehicle may be equipped with a vehicle stability enhancement system called StabiliTrak®. It is an advanced computer controlled system that assists you with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. StabiliTrak® activates when the computer senses a discrepancy between your intended path and the direction the vehicle is actually traveling. StabiliTrak® selectively applies braking pressure at any one of the vehicle's brakes to assist the driver with keeping the vehicle on the intended path. When you ﬁrst start your vehicle and begin to drive away, the system performs several diagnostic checks to insure there are no problems. You may hear or feel the system working. This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with your vehicle. If there is a problem detected with StabiliTrak®, a SERVICE STAB SYS message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC). See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-44 for more information. When this message is displayed, the system is not operational. Adjust your driving accordingly. StabiliTrak® comes on automatically whenever you start your vehicle. However, when the transfer case is placed in Four-Wheel-Low Lock mode, StabiliTrak® is automatically disabled. See All-Wheel Drive on page 2-22 for more information. To help assist you with directional control of the vehicle, you should always leave the system on. You can turn StabiliTrak® off if you ever need to using the TC (traction control) on/off button. If you press and hold the TC button for ﬁve seconds, the StabiliTrak® system and the traction control system will turn off. When this is done, the STAB SYS OFF message will be displayed on the DIC. Press the TC button again to turn StabiliTrak® back on. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-9. If your vehicle is in cruise control when the StabiliTrak® activates, the cruise control will automatically disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may reengage the cruise control. See " Cruise Control on page 3-11 for more information. 4-11

Section	Page
2006 HUMMER H3 Book TOC	1
Seats and Restraint Systems	7
Front Seats	8
Manual Seats	8
Six-Way Power Seats	9
Power Lumbar	9
Heated Seats	10
Reclining Seatbacks	10
Head Restraints	12
Rear Seats	13
	60
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	61
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	71
Checking the Restraint Systems	71
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	72
Features and Controls	73
Keys	74
Remote Keyless Entry System	76
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation	77
Doors and Locks	79
Door Locks	79
Power Door Locks	80
Programmable Automatic Door Locks	80
Lockout Protection	80
Swing-gate	81
Windows	82
Power Windows	83
Sun Visors	83
Theft-Deterrent Systems	84
Content Theft-Deterrent	84
Passlock®	86
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	86
New Vehicle Break-In	86
Ignition Positions	87
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	88
Starting the Engine	88
Engine Coolant Heater	89
Automatic Transmission Operation	90
Manual Transmission Operation	93
All-Wheel Drive	94
Parking Brake	99
Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transmission)	100
Shifting Out of Park (P) (Automatic Transmission)	102
Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission)	102
Parking Over Things That Burn	103
Engine Exhaust	103
Running the Engine While Parked	104
Mirrors	105
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display	105
Outside Power Mirrors	107
Outside Convex Mirror	108
OnStar® System	108
Universal Home Remote System	110
Universal Home Remote System Operation	111
Storage Areas	114
Glove Box	114
Cupholder(s)	114
Front Seat Storage Net	114
Front Armrest Storage Area	115
Luggage Carrier	115
Rear Storage Area	117
Convenience Net	117
Cargo Cover	117
Cargo Tie Downs	117
Sunroof	118
Instrument Panel	119
Instrument Panel Overview	122
Hazard Warning Flashers	124
Other Warning Devices	124
Horn	124
Tilt Wheel	124
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	125
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	126
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	126
Flash-to-Pass	127
Windshield Wipers	127
Windshield Washer	128
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	128
Cruise Control	129
Exterior Lamps	132
Headlamps on Reminder	133
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	134
Automatic Headlamp System	134
Off-Road Lamps	135
Fog Lamps	136
Instrument Panel Brightness	136
Dome Lamp	136
Dome Lamp Override	137
Exit Lighting	137
Reading Lamps	137
Battery Run-Down Protection	137
Accessory Power Outlet(s)	137
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter	138
Climate Controls	139
Climate Control System	139
Outlet Adjustment	141
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	142
Instrument Panel Cluster	143
Speedometer and Odometer	144
Trip Odometer	144
Tachometer	144
Safety Belt Reminder Light	145
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light	145
Airbag Readiness Light	146
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	147
Battery Warning Light	149
Up-Shift Light (Manual Transmission)	149
Brake System Warning Light	150
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light	151
Traction Off Light	151
StabiliTrak® Not Ready Light	151
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	152
Tire Pressure Light	152
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	153
Oil Pressure Light	156
Security Light	157
Cruise Control Light	157
Highbeam On Light	157
Fuel Gage	158
Driver Information Center (DIC)	159
DIC Controls and Displays	159
DIC Warnings and Messages	162
Audio System(s)	166
Setting the Time	167
Radio with CD	167
Radio with Six-Disc CD	181
Navigation/Radio System	194
Theft-Deterrent Feature	194
Radio Reception	194
Care of Your CDs	195
Care of the CD Player	195
Fixed Mast Antenna	195
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System	195
Driving Your Vehicle	197
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle	198
Defensive Driving	198
Drunken Driving	199
Control of a Vehicle	201
Braking	202
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	203
Braking in Emergencies	204
Traction Control System (TCS)	205
Locking Rear Axle	206
StabiliTrak® System (Automatic Transmission)	207
Steering	208
Off-Road Recovery	210
Passing	210
Loss of Control	212
Off-Road Driving	213
Driving at Night	232
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	233
City Driving	236
Freeway Driving	237
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	238
Highway Hypnosis	239
Hill and Mountain Roads	239
Winter Driving	241
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	246
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out	246
Recovery Loops	247
Loading Your Vehicle	248
Towing	253
Towing Your Vehicle	253
Recreational Vehicle Towing	253
Towing a Trailer	255
Trailer Recommendations	266
Service and Appearance Care	267
Service	269
Accessories and Modifications	269
California Proposition 65 Warning	270
Doing Your Own Service Work	270
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	271
Fuel	271
Gasoline Octane	271
Gasoline Specifications	271
California Fuel	272
Additives	272
Fuels in Foreign Countries	273
Filling the Tank	274
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	276
Checking Things Under the Hood	276
Hood Release	277
Engine Compartment Overview	278
Engine Oil	279
Engine Oil Life System	282
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	284
Automatic Transmission Fluid	285
Manual Transmission Fluid	288
Hydraulic Clutch	289
Engine Coolant	290
Radiator Pressure Cap	293
Engine Overheating	293
Cooling System	295
Engine Fan Noise	299
Power Steering Fluid	300
Windshield Washer Fluid	301
Brakes	302
Battery	305
Jump Starting	306
All-Wheel Drive	310
Rear Axle	311
Front Axle	311
Headlamp Aiming	312
Bulb Replacement	315
Halogen Bulbs	315
Headlamps	315
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps	316
Replacement Bulbs	317
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	318
Tires	319
Tire Sidewall Labelling	320
Tire Terminology and Definitions	323
Inflation - Tire Pressure	326
Tire Pressure Monitor System	327
Tire Inspection and Rotation	330
When It Is Time for New Tires	331
Buying New Tires	332
Different Size Tires and Wheels	333
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	334
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	335
Wheel Replacement	335
Tire Chains	337
If a Tire Goes Flat	338
Changing a Flat Tire	339
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	341
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	343
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools	348
Spare Tire	350
Appearance Care	351
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle	351
Fabric/Carpet	353
Leather	353
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces	354
Care of Safety Belts	354
Weatherstrips	354
Washing Your Vehicle	355
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	355
Finish Care	355
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades	356
Aluminum Wheels	357
Tires	357
Sheet Metal Damage	358
Finish Damage	358
Underbody Maintenance	358
Chemical Paint Spotting	359
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	359
Vehicle Identification	360
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	360
Service Parts Identification Label	361
Electrical System	361
Add-On Electrical Equipment	361
Windshield Wiper Fuses	361
Power Windows and Other Power Options	362
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	362
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	363
Capacities and Specifications	368
Maintenance Schedule	369
Maintenance Schedule	370
Introduction	370
Maintenance Requirements	370
Your Vehicle and the Environment	370
Using the Maintenance Schedule	370
Scheduled Maintenance	372
Additional Required Services	374
Maintenance Footnotes	375
Owner Checks and Services	376
At Each Fuel Fill	376
At Least Once a Month	377
At Least Once a Year	377
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	380
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	381
Maintenance Record	382
Customer Assistance and Information	385
Customer Assistance and Information	386
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	386
Online Owner Center	387
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	388
Customer Assistance Offices	388
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	389
Roadside Assistance Program	390
Courtesy Transportation	391
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders	393
Reporting Safety Defects	394
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	394
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	395
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	395
Service Publications Ordering Information	395

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StabiliTrak

System (Automatic

Transmission)

Your vehicle may be equipped with a vehicle stability

enhancement system called StabiliTrak

. It is an

advanced computer controlled system that assists you

with directional control of the vehicle in difficult

driving conditions.

StabiliTrak

activates when the computer senses a

discrepancy between your intended path and the

direction the vehicle is actually traveling. StabiliTrak

selectively applies braking pressure at any one of

the vehicle’s brakes to assist the driver with keeping the

vehicle on the intended path.

When you first start your vehicle and begin to drive

away, the system performs several diagnostic checks to

insure there are no problems. You may hear or feel

the system working. This is normal and does not mean

there is a problem with your vehicle.

If there is a problem detected with StabiliTrak

, a

SERVICE STAB SYS message will be displayed on the

Driver Information Center (DIC). See

DIC Warnings

and Messages on page 3-44

for more information.

When this message is displayed, the system is

not operational. Adjust your driving accordingly.

StabiliTrak

comes on automatically whenever you start

your vehicle. However, when the transfer case is

placed in Four-Wheel-Low Lock mode, StabiliTrak

automatically disabled. See

All-Wheel Drive on

page 2-22

for more information. To help assist you with

directional control of the vehicle, you should always

leave the system on. You can turn StabiliTrak

off if you

ever need to using the TC (traction control) on/off

button. If you press and hold the TC button for

five seconds, the StabiliTrak

system and the traction

control system will turn off. When this is done, the STAB

SYS OFF message will be displayed on the DIC.

Press the TC button again to turn StabiliTrak

back on.

See

Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-9

If your vehicle is in cruise control when the StabiliTrak

activates, the cruise control will automatically

disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely

use it again, you may reengage the cruise control. See “

Cruise Control on page 3-11

for more information.

4-11