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Driving and Operating Vehicle H3 3.7L L5 Engine, Automatic Transmission 3.7L L5 Engine, Manual Transmission 5.3L V8 Engine, Automatic Transmission H3T 3.7L L5 Engine, Automatic Transmission 3.7L L5 Engine, Manual Transmission 5.3L V8 Engine, Automatic Transmission 4.56 4.56 4.10 4,400 lbs (1 996 kg) 2,900 lbs (1 315 kg) 5,900 lbs (2 676 kg) 4.56 4.56 4.10 4,500 lbs (2 041 kg) 3,000 lbs (1 361 kg) 6,000 lbs (2 721 kg) Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight *GCWR 9-75 9,500 lbs (4 309 kg) 8,000 lbs (3 629 kg) 11,400 lbs (5 171 kg) 9,500 lbs (4 309 kg) 8,000 lbs (3 629 kg) 11,400 lbs (5 171 kg) *The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) in the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment and conversions. The GCWR for the vehicle should not be exceeded.

Section	Page
2010 HUMMER H3/H3T BookTOC	1
Introduction	3
Canadian Vehicle Owners	3
Using this Manual	3
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions	3
Symbols	4
In Brief	5
Instrument Panel	6
Initial Drive Information	7
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	8
Door Locks	8
Tailgate	9
Windows	10
Seat Adjustment	11
Heated Seats	12
Head Restraint Adjustment	12
Safety Belt	12
Sensing System for Passenger Airbag	13
Mirror Adjustment	13
Steering Wheel Adjustment	14
Interior Lighting	14
Exterior Lighting	15
Washer and Wiper Systems	15
Climate Controls	16
Transmission	16
Vehicle Features	17
Radio(s)	17
Satellite Radio	18
Bluetooth®	19
Navigation System	19
Cruise Control	19
Storage Compartments	19
Power Outlets	20
Sunroof	20
Performance and Maintenance	20
Traction Control System (TCS)	20
StabiliTrak®	21
Tire Pressure Monitor	21
Engine Oil Life System	22
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)	22
Driving for Better Fuel Economy	22
Roadside Service	23
OnStar®	23
Keys, Doors and Windows	27
Keys and Locks	28
Keys	28
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	28
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	29
Door Locks	30
Power Door Locks	31
Automatic Door Locks	32
Lockout Protection	32
Safety Locks	32
Doors	33
Tailgate	33
Vehicle Security	35
Anti-Theft Alarm System	35
Immobilizer	36
Immobilizer Operation (U.S.)	36
Immobilizer Operation (Canada)	37
Exterior Mirrors	39
Convex Mirrors	39
Power Mirrors	39
Folding Mirrors	39
Interior Mirrors	40
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	40
Windows	41
Power Windows	42
Sun Visors	43
Roof	43
Sunroof	43
Seats and Restraints	45
Head Restraints	46
Front Seats	47
Seat Adjustment	47
Power Seat Adjustment	47
Lumbar Adjustment	48
Reclining Seatbacks	48
Heated Front Seats	50
Rear Seats	51
Rear Seats (H3)	51
Rear Seats (H3T)	53
Safety Belts	54
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	59
Lap-Shoulder Belt	64
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	69
Safety Belt Extender	70
Safety System Check	70
Safety Belt Care	70
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts After a Crash	71
Airbag System	71
Where Are the Airbags?	73
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	75
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	76
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	76
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	77
Passenger Sensing System	79
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	84
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	84
Airbag System Check	85
Replacing Airbag System Parts After a Crash	86
Child Restraints	86
Older Children	86
Infants and Young Children	88
Child Restraint Systems	91
Where to Put the Restraint	93
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	95
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash	103
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Outboard Seating Position)	103
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Center Seating Position)	105
Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Seat Position)	106
Storage	109
Storage Compartments	109
Glove Box	109
Cupholders	109
Front Storage	109
Center Console Storage	109
Additional Storage Features	110
Rear Compartment/Storage Panel Cover	110
Cargo Cover	110
Cargo Tie Downs	110
Cargo Management System	110
Convenience Net	111
Roof Rack System	112
Instruments and Controls	115
Controls	116
Steering Wheel Adjustment	116
Horn	116
Windshield Wiper/Washer	116
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	117
Compass	117
Clock	118
Power Outlets	119
Cigarette Lighter	119
Ashtrays	120
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators	120
Instrument Cluster	121
Speedometer	122
Odometer	122
Trip Odometer	122
Tachometer	122
Fuel Gauge	122
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge	123
Safety Belt Reminders	123
Airbag Readiness Light	124
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	125
Charging System Light	125
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	126
Brake System Warning Light	128
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	129
Up-Shift Light	129
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light	130
Tire Pressure Light	130
Engine Oil Pressure Light	131
Security Light	131
High-Beam on Light	131
Cruise Control Light	132
Information Displays	132
Driver Information Center (DIC)	132
Vehicle Messages	135
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages	135
Brake System Messages	136
Door Ajar Messages	136
Engine Cooling System Messages	137
Engine Oil Messages	137
Engine Power Messages	137
Fuel System Messages	138
Lamp Messages	138
Ride Control System Messages	138
Service Vehicle Messages	139
Tire Messages	139
Transmission Messages	139
Universal Remote System	140
Universal Remote System Programming	140
Universal Remote System Operation	144
Lighting	145
Exterior Lighting	145
Exterior Lamp Controls	145
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder	147
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	147
Flash-to-Pass	147
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	147
Automatic Headlamp System	148
Hazard Warning Flashers	149
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	149
Fog Lamps	150
Off-Road Lamps	150
Interior Lighting	151
Instrument Panel Illumination Control	151
Dome Lamps	151
Reading Lamps	152
Lighting Features	152
Exit Lighting	152
Battery Load Management	152
Battery Power Protection	153
Infotainment System	155
Introduction	155
Theft-Deterrent Feature	156
Operation	156
Radio	159
AM-FM Radio	159
Satellite Radio	160
Radio Reception	163
Fixed Mast Antenna	164
Satellite Radio Antenna	164
Audio Players	164
CD Player	164
Phone	169
Bluetooth	169
Climate Controls	181
Climate Control Systems	181
Air Vents	184
Driving and Operating	185
Driving Information	186
Defensive Driving	186
Drunk Driving	186
Control of a Vehicle	187
Braking	187
Steering	188
Off-Road Recovery	189
Loss of Control	190
Off-Road Driving	191
Driving on Wet Roads	206
Highway Hypnosis	206
Hill and Mountain Roads	207
Winter Driving	208
If the Vehicle is Stuck	210
Vehicle Load Limits	211
Truck-Camper Loading Information	217
Starting and Operating	217
New Vehicle Break-In	217
Ignition Positions	218
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	219
Starting the Engine	219
Engine Coolant Heater	220
Shifting Into Park	221
Shifting Out of Park	222
Parking	223
Parking Over Things That Burn	224
Engine Exhaust	224
Running the Vehicle While Parked	225
Automatic Transmission	225
Manual Transmission	228
Drive Systems	230
Four-Wheel Drive	230
Brakes	234
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	234
Parking Brake	235
Brake Assist	235
Hill Start Assist (HSA)	236
Ride Control Systems	236
Traction Control System (TCS)	236
StabiliTrak System	237
Locking Rear Axle	238
Locking Front Axle	239
Cruise Control	241
Object Detection Systems	244
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)	244
Fuel	248
Recommended Fuel	248
Gasoline Specifications	249
California Fuel Requirements	249
Fuels in Foreign Countries	249
Fuel Additives	249
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)	250
Filling the Tank	252
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	253
Towing	254
General Towing Information	254
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips	254
Trailer Towing	258
Towing Equipment	262
Trailer Recommendations	265
Conversions and Add-Ons	265
Add-On Electrical Equipment	265
Vehicle Care	267
General Information	268
California Proposition 65 Warning	268
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	269
Accessories and Modifications	269
Vehicle Checks	270
Doing Your Own Service Work	270
Hood	271
Engine Compartment Overview	272
Engine Oil	275
Engine Oil Life System	277
Automatic Transmission Fluid	278
Manual Transmission Fluid	281
Hydraulic Clutch	282
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	283
Cooling System	284
Engine Coolant	285
Engine Overheating	288
Engine Fan	290
Power Steering Fluid	290
Washer Fluid	291
Brakes	292
Brake Fluid	293
Battery	294
Four-Wheel Drive	295
Front Axle	295
Rear Axle	295
Starter Switch Check	296
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check	296
Ignition Transmission Lock Check	297
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check	297
Wiper Blade Replacement	298
Headlamp Aiming	299
Bulb Replacement	301
Halogen Bulbs	301
Headlamps	301
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps (H3)	301
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps (H3T)	302
License Plate Lamp	303
Replacement Bulbs	303
Electrical System	304
Electrical System Overload	304
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	305
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	305
Wheels and Tires	310
Tires	310
Tire Sidewall Labeling	310
Tire Designations	312
Tire Terminology and Definitions	314
Tire Pressure	317
Tire Pressure Monitor System	318
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	319
Tire Inspection	323
Tire Rotation	323
When It Is Time for New Tires	324
Buying New Tires	325
Different Size Tires and Wheels	326
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	327
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	328
Wheel Replacement	329
Tire Chains	330
If a Tire Goes Flat	330
Tire Changing (H3T)	332
Tire Changing (H3)	341
Secondary Latch System	350
Full-Size Spare Tire	351
Jump Starting	352
Towing	356
Towing the Vehicle	356
Recreational Vehicle Towing	356
Appearance Care	358
Exterior Care	358
Interior Care	362
Service and Maintenance	365
General Information	365
Scheduled Maintenance	366
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts	372
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	372
Maintenance Replacement Parts	374
Maintenance Records	375
Technical Data	379
Vehicle Identification	379
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	379
Service Parts Identification Label	379
Vehicle Data	380
Capacities and Specifications	380
Engine Drive Belt Routing	382
Customer Information	383
Customer Information	383
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	383
Customer Assistance Offices	385
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	386
Online Owner Center	386
Roadside Service	387
Scheduling Service Appointments	390
Courtesy Transportation Program	390
Collision Damage Repair	392
Service Publications Ordering Information	394
Reporting Safety Defects	395
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	395
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	396
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	396
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	397
Event Data Recorders	397
OnStar®	398
Navigation System	398
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	398
Radio Frequency Statement	398
Index	399
Index_A	399
Index_B	400
Index_C	400
Index_D	401
Index_E	402
Index_F	402
Index_G	403
Index_H	403
Index_I	404
Index_J	404
Index_K	404
Index_L	404
Index_M	405
Index_N	405
Index_O	405
Index_P	406
Index_R	406
Index_S	407
Index_T	408
Index_U	409
Index_V	409