Chevrolet 2010 Silverado Hybrid manual

2010 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra T wo-mode Hybrid M In Brief ................ .......... ........... ....... 1 - 1 Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 H y b r i d F e a t u r e s ... ............................... 1 - 2 Seats and Restraint System ...................... 2 - 1 Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Restraint System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Features and Controls .................. .......... 3 - 1 S t o r a g e A r e a s ........................ ............ 3 - 2 Starting and Operating Y our V ehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14 I[...]

GENERAL MOTORS, GM and the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET , the CHEVROLET Emblem, GMC, the GMC Emblem, and the names SIL VERADO and SIERRA are registered trademarks of General Motors. This manual describes features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are options that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual. Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “ General Motors of Canada Limited ” for Pontiac Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual. Keep this manual in the vehicle[...]

Introduction Y our hybrid pickup is designed to be more fuel efficient than the standard pickup, which results in reduced carbon dioxide emissions. Using this Supplement This supplement contains information specific to the hybrid components of the vehicle. It does not explain everything you need to know about the vehicle. Read this supplement along with the owner manual to learn about the vehicle's features and controls. Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in back of this supplement. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the supplement, and the page number where you will find it. iii[...]

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Section 1 In Brief Initial Drive Information .. ........... .............. 1-2 T ransmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Hybrid Features ............................... ..... 1-2 Hybrid Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Fuel Economy Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Automatic Engine Start/Stop Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 S e r v i c e ......................................... 1 - 4 1-1[...]

Initial Drive Information T ransmission Range Selection Mode The Range Selection Mode switch is located on the shift lever . T o enable the Range Selection feature, move the column shift lever to the M (Manual) position. The current range will appear next to the M. This is the highest attainable range with all lower gears accessible. As an example, when 3 (Third) gear is selected, 1 (First) through 3 (Third) gears are available. Press the plus/minus buttons, located on the steering column shift lever , to select the desired range of gears for current driving conditions. See Automatic T ransmission Operation in the owner manual. Cruise control can be used while the vehicle is in Range Selecti[...]

Fuel Economy Gage United States Canada This gage indicates fuel efficiency . T o obtain the best fuel efficiency , operate the vehicle so that the indicator is in the high efficiency band. Modifying both braking and acceleration behavior to keep the indicator in the center of the gage will result in the best system efficiency and fuel economy . See Fuel Economy Gage on page 4 ‑ 5 . Automatic Engine Start/Stop Feature Start the engine as you would any other engine. See “ Starting the Engine ” in the owner manual for more information on starting. The hybrid system provides very quiet engine starting. If pulling a trailer with trailer brakes, see T owing a T railer on page 5 ‑ 2 for mor[...]

Auto Start The vehicle also has an Auto Start feature. The engine will remain off while in Auto Stop mode until vehicle conditions require the engine to run. The near-instant starting of the engine from Auto Stop mode is called Auto Start. EV Mode The vehicle also has an EV mode which uses only the electric motor to move the vehicle. With light acceleration, the vehicle will drive in EV mode. EV mode is unavailable when the vehicle is out of fuel. See Starting the V ehicle in the T wo ‐ Mode Hybrid supplement to the owner manual. Regenerative Braking Regenerative braking enables the electric drive motor to operate as a generator when coasting or braking. Energy from the moving vehicle rech[...]

Section 2 Seats and Restraint System Rear Seats ...................... ................... 2-2 Rear Seat Operation (Hybrid Full Bench) . . . . . . . 2-2 Restraint System Check .......... ......... ........ 2-2 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a C r a s h ........... ........................ .... 2 - 2 2-1[...]

Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation (Hybrid Full Bench) Folding Rear Seat Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat. Make sure that nothing is on the seat. T o fold the seat, slowly pull the seat cushion up. T o return the seat to the normal seating position, slowly pull the seat cushion down. { W ARNING: A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After raising the rear seatback, al[...]

Section 3 Features and Controls Storage Areas ...................................... 3-2 T onneau Cover (Hard T onneau) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 T onneau Cover (Soft T onneau) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Starting and Operating Y our V ehicle . . . .. ....... 3-14 Starting the V ehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14 Automatic Transmission Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16 Engine Coolant Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19 Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21 Running the Vehicle While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21 3-1[...]

Storage Areas T onneau Cover (Hard T onneau) Installing the Cover { CAUTION: An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver . Someone could be injured. If the cover is removed, always store it in the proper storage location. After positioning the cargo cover back on the vehicle, always be sure that it is securely reattached by properly securing the straps and latches. 1. Position the tonneau cover onto the top of the pickup box with the locator tabs positioned into the front stake pockets. 2. Align the front edge of the cover with the front edge of the bed rail so that it is centered on each side of the truck bed. 3. Lower the front c[...]

4. T ilt the clamp assembly so that the locator is in the slot, pull down on the assembly , and slide the clamp under the edge of the inner lip of the bed rail. 5. Pull the handle toward the rear of the truck to engage the clamp. Make sure the locator is secure into the slot (A). If unable to completely engage clamp, see the tightening and loosening procedures later in this section. 6. The clamp should be securely engaged. Shake the handle assembly to make sure the handle does not move. 7. There are locking features on the front clamps only . With the handle in the clamped position, push the locking tab to engage the lock. 8. Repeat the clamp attachment steps 3 through 7 for the opposite sid[...]

3. Lower the rear set of clamp assemblies from the stored position. 4. T ilt the clamp assembly so that the locator is in the slot, pull down on the assembly , and slide the clamp under the edge of the inner lip on the bed rail. 5. Pull the handle toward the rear of the truck to engage the clamp. Make sure the locator is secured into the slot (A). If unable to completely engage clamp, see the tightening and loosening procedures later in this section. 6. The clamp should be securely engaged. Shake the handle assembly to make sure the handle does not move. 7. Repeat the clamp attachment steps 3 through 6 for the opposite side. 8. Close the endgate. Opening the T onneau Cover 1. T urn both of t[...]

6. The handle should lie flat on the panel with the handles facing inward. Press firmly to secure. This step must be done before stowing the cover . 7. Fold the cover forward. 8. Remove the retaining strap from the bow. Connect the retention buckle ends. One end is located on the front of the tonneau cover behind the cab and the other end is on the tonneau cover 9. Pull on each strap to make sure both buckles are attached. Removing the T onneau Cover 1. Open the cover by following the procedure described previously , under “ Opening the T onneau Cover ” . 2. Disengage the locking tabs, located on the front handles, by pulling them rearward. 3. T urn the handles inward to release. 4. Pull[...]

6. Align the clamp assembly bolt (A), with the retention feature (B). 7. T urn the handle assembly sideways by tilting the assembly bolt (A) into the slot of the retention feature (B). 8. The handle should lie flat on the panel with the handles facing inward. Press firmly to secure. 9. Remove the tonneau cover from the vehicle. Tightening the Clamp 1. Push the handle forward to release it from the clamped position. 2. Disengage the clamp from the inner edge of the bed rail and slide the assembly inward. 3. Adjust the clamp height on the bolt by turning the entire clamp assembly counter-clockwise. 4. Attach the clamps as indicated in steps 4 and 5 of Installing the Cover . Loosening the Clamp[...]

T onneau Cover (Soft T onneau) Side Rail { W ARNING: An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver . Someone could be injured. If the cover is removed, always store it in the proper storage location. After positioning the cargo cover back on the vehicle, always be sure that it is securely reattached by properly securing the straps and latches. Installation 1. The adjuster screw end of each side rail should point in the direction of the cab. 2. Place each side rail on top of the truck box. 3. Align the front edge of the side rail with the front inside edge of pickup box. 3-7[...]

Clamp Installation 1. Position three outer clamps (A), on each side rail. The positions on the siderails are marked CLAMP . 2. Position the grooves of the clamps on the side rails (A) using the center groove (B). 3. If the pickup box has molded bed rail protectors (A), remove the insert (C) from the outer groove on the clamp, and position the clamp on the side rail (B) using the outer groove (D). 4. Slide the inner clamp (B) into the outer clamp (A). 5. T urn the latch (C) onto the outer clamp. 3-8[...]

6. T ighten the clamp by turning the latch (C) toward the side rail. Make sure there is no gap between the rubber clamp pad and the side rail. 7. If the truck box has a molded bed rail protector , insert the latch into the top notch on the inner clamp. 8. Clean the vehicle's painted surface below the pull strap using a 50/50 mixture of rubbing alcohol and tap water . 9. Remove the paper from the provided clear tape strip and apply to the painted surface below the pull strap. Adjustment If there is excessive sideways movement of the crossrails, move and re-install the clamps on the loose areas using the inner groove of the clamp. 3-9[...]

Cover Installation 1. Place the cover assembly into the front pivot mounts firmly against the adjustment screws. 2. V erify the gap between the adjuster screws and pivot mounts is 3/16 in. Adjust if needed. 3-10[...]

3. Loosen the wing bolt (A), then slide the latch outboard into the side rail. T ighten down the wing bolt (A). Do this on both sides. Both latches must remain engaged and the wing bolts tightened while the cover is on the vehicle. Make sure by lifting up on each end of the cover assembly . 4. Unbuckle both straps and roll the cover out. Make sure that each bow falls in between the side rails. If the bows do not fit between the side rails, verify that the clamps are pushed fully outboard without any gaps between the clamp pad and pickup box. If additional clearance is required, remove the clamp closest to the interference. Remove the orange strip to allow access to the outer slot of the uppe[...]

5. When the cover is rolled out, place the rear rail into the rear pivot mounts. Firmly press down on each side of the cover , until the latches are secured into the side rails. If latch is too tight, loosen the tension adjustment screws. If the latch is not securely holding the rear rail, tighten the tension adjustment screws. Only the driver's side has a latch. 6. Secure the driver side V elcro ® of the cover to the side rail. Then pull the cover tight across the bed and fasten the V elcro ® on the passenger side. 7. Secure the buckles by folding them once, then slide them under the cord located on the cover . Secure in Open Position 1. T o open the cover , open tailgate and push do[...]

Removal 1. Secure the cover (A) into the open position. 2. Loosen wing bolts (B) on both driver and passenger side of front rail, then slide latches inboard until released from the side rail. 3. Pick the cover assembly up on the driver side and pull the whole assembly off the truck box. Adjustment 1. If the cover is too loose, turn the tensioning screw clockwise to tighten the tension of the vinyl. This makes it harder to operate the rear release latch. The tensioning screws are located on each side rail. Use the provided 1/4 inch key to turn the tensioning screws. 2. Adjust the screws on both sides to the same tension. 3-13[...]

Starting and Operating Y our V ehicle Starting the V ehicle { W ARNING: Exiting the vehicle, without first shifting into P (Park), may cause the vehicle to move, and you or others can be seriously injured. Because the vehicle has the Automatic Engine Start/Stop feature, the vehicle ’ s engine might seem to be shut off when you come to a complete stop. However , once the brake pedal is released, the vehicle can move. The vehicle ’ s engine can also restart at any time. Shift to P (Park) and turn the ignition to LOCK/ OFF , before exiting the vehicle. Start the engine as you would any other engine. See “ Starting the Engine ” in the owner manual for more information on starting. If pul[...]

Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal until you are ready for the vehicle to move. Engine OFF and AUTO STOP modes are indicated on the tachometer display . When the tachometer needle indicates OFF , the engine is not running and will remain off until the ignition key is placed in the ST ART position or a remote vehicle start is performed. When the tachometer needle indicates AUTO STOP , the hybrid system is on, the engine is not running, but may Auto Start at any time without notice. See T achometer on page 4 ‑ 4 for more information. A chime will sound if the driver door is opened while in Auto Stop as a reminder that the ignition switch is not in the LOCK/OFF position. Always turn the[...]

Automatic T ransmission Operation The vehicle has an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument panel cluster . There are several different positions for the shift lever . See “ Range Selection Mode ” later in this section. P (Park) : This position locks the rear wheels. It is the best position to use when you start the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily . When parked on a hill, especially when the vehicle has a heavy load, you may notice an increase in the effort to shift out of P (Park). See “ Shifting Into P (Park) ” in the Index of vehicle's owner manual for more information. { W ARNING: It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever i[...]

{ W ARNING: If you have Four-Wheel Drive, the vehicle will be free to roll — even if the shift lever is in P (Park) — if the transfer case is in Neutral. So, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear, T wo-Wheel Drive High or Four-Wheel Drive High or Four-Wheel Drive Low — not in Neutral. See “ Shifting Into Park ” in the Owner Manual. R (Reverse) : Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty . Shift to R (Reverse) only after the vehicle is stopped. T o rock the vehicle back and forth to get out of snow , ice, or sand without damaging the tran[...]

Downshifting the transmission in slippery road conditions could result in skidding. See “ Skidding ” under “ Loss of Control ” in the owner manual for more information. When temperatures are very cold, the transmission's gear shifting may be delayed, providing more stable shifts until the engine warms up. Shifts may be more noticeable with a cold transmission. This difference in shifting is normal. M (Manual Mode) : This position lets drivers select the range of gears appropriate for current driving conditions. If the vehicle has this feature, see “ Range Selection Mode ” later in this section. Notice: Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using on[...]

The vehicle can automatically shift to lower gears as it adjusts to driving conditions. When 3 (Third) is selected, 1 (First) through 3 (Third) gears are automatically shifted by the vehicle, but 4 (Fourth) cannot be used until it is selected. The Range Selection Mode controls the vehicle and engine speed while driving down a hill or towing a trailer , by allowing you to select a desired range of gears. When you move the shift lever into M, the transmission will default to M4. In this gear range, effective engine braking occurs at speeds above 45 mph (72 km/h). Pushing the minus ( − ) button on the shift lever reduces the gear range. In the M3 gear range, effective engine braking occurs at[...]

T o Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. T urn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The cord is secured to a wiring harness between the engine and the Hybrid Auxiliary Underhood Fuse Block with a clip. Carefully remove the wire tie which secures the electrical cord. Do not cut the electrical cord. 3. Plug the cord into a normal, grounded 1 10-volt AC outlet. { W ARNING: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. Y ou could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 1 10-volt AC outlet. If the cord will not reach, use a heavy-duty thre[...]

Regenerative Braking Regenerative braking is a hybrid technology that enables the electric drive motor to operate as a generator when coasting or braking. Energy from the moving vehicle recharges the hybrid battery . The hydraulic disc brakes work with the regenerative braking to insure effective braking, such as when a high braking demand is requested. The braking system is computer controlled and blends the regenerative braking with the conventional hydraulic disc brakes to meet any requirements for deceleration. The controller interprets the braking request and uses regenerative braking, conventional hydraulic braking or a combination of both as necessary . Because the controller applies [...]

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Section 4 Instrument Panel Climate Controls .............. .......... ........... 4-2 W arning Lights, Gages, and Indicators .. ......... 4-3 Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 T a c h o m e t e r ..................................... 4 - 4 Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4 Fuel Economy Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light . . . . 4-7 StabiliT rak ® Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7 Engine Coolant T emperature Gage . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

Climate Controls For more information on the vehicle's climate control system, see “ Climate Control System ” in the owner manual. Electric Air Conditioning Compressor This hybrid vehicle has a electrically powered air conditioning compressor . This allows for continuous air conditioning operation and passenger comfort, even while the hybrid engine cycles on and off. When operating the climate control system, select the AUTO mode and the desired temperature setting. The climate control system automatically adjusts the fan speed and airflow direction. The climate control system continues to adjust the climate control settings chosen for best use of electrical power . At mild temperat[...]

W arning Lights, Gages, and Indicators Instrument Panel Cluster United States version shown, Canada similar 4-3[...]

T achometer United States V ersion shown, Canada similar When the gas engine is off and the key is in the ON/ RUN position, the position of the tachometer indicator shows the state of the vehicle: . AUTO STOP position indicates that the vehicle is still able to move and the engine could restart, by an Auto Start, at any time. . OFF position indicates that the vehicle is off. When the engine is on, the tachometer indicator shows the engine's revolutions per minute (rpm). Charging System Light This 12 V battery light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working. It should go out once the engine has been started. If[...]

Fuel Economy Gage United States Canada This gage shows displays how efficiently the vehicle is being driven. There are three zones on the drive efficiency gage. Green Zone : Fuel efficient driving behavior makes the indicator display in the green zone on the gage. White Zones : Decreased fuel efficiency driving behavior makes the indicator display in the two white zones. The indicator in the white zone on the left side of the gage indicates decreased fuel efficiency with a large amount of decelerations. The indicator in the white zone on the right side of the gage indicates decreased fuel efficiency with a large amount of accelerations. Brake System W arning Light With the ignition in ON/RUN[...]

This light also comes on due to low brake fluid. See the owner manual for more information. United States Canada This light should come on briefly when the ignition key is turned to ON/RUN. If it does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem. { W ARNING: The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash. If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped, have the vehicle towed for service. If the light comes on while driving, pull off the road and stop carefully . The pedal might be harder to push or can [...]

Antilock Brake System (ABS) W arning Light For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System (ABS), this light comes on briefly when the engine is in ON/RUN. That is normal. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem. If the ABS light stays on, turn the ignition off, if the light comes on while driving, stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the ABS light still stays on, or comes on again while driving, the vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light is not on, the vehicle still has brakes, but not antilock brakes. If the regular brake system w[...]

Engine Coolant T emperature Gage United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. It also provides an indicator of how hard the vehicle is working. During a majority of the operation, the gage reads 210°F (100°C) or less. If a load is being pulled or going up hills, it is normal for the temperature to fluctuate and go over the 235°F (1 13°C) mark. However , if the gage reaches the 260°F (125°C) mark, it indicates that the cooling system is working beyond its capacity . Oil Pressure Gage United States Canada The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa (kilop[...]

{ W ARNING: Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low . The engine can become so hot that it catches fire. Someone could be burned. Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty . Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil. AUTO STOP When the engine goes into Automatic Engine Stop, the oil pressure gage drops to zero when the tachometer is at the AUTO STOP position. This is normal and oil pressure returns to the normal operating range once the engine starts. See Starting the V ehicle on page 3 ‑ 14 for more [...]

If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly . The vehicle could be low on oil and might have some other system problem. During an AUTO STOP there is zero oil pressure, but this light will not come on. Fuel Gage United States Canada When the ignition is on, the fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank. An arrow on the fuel gage indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. The gage first indicates E (empty) before the vehicle is out of fuel, but the vehicle should be refueled as soon as possible. Listed are four situations that may occur with the fuel gage, none of these indicate a problem: . At the gas [...]

Driver Information Center (DIC) T rip/Fuel Menu Items Press the trip/fuel button to display the T rip/Fuel Menu items. For more items see “ DIC Operation and Displays ” in the owner manual. BA TTER Y VOL T AGE This display shows the current battery voltage. If the voltage is in the normal range, the value will display . For example, the display may read BA TTERY VOL T AGE 13.2 VOL TS. If the voltage is high or low , the display will read HIGH or LOW . Y our vehicle's charging system regulates voltage based on the state of the battery . The battery voltage may fluctuate when viewing this information on the DIC. This is normal. See “ Charging System Light ” in the owner manual for[...]

HOOD OPEN If the hood is not fully closed or there is a problem with the hood switch, this message will be displayed. Close the hood to clear the message. If the HOOD OPEN message continues to be displayed after verifying the hood is closed, you should have the hood switch serviced. Failure to service the hood switch properly can result in an Auto Start condition. Auto Stops will be disabled when this message is displayed. If the vehicle is in auto stop mode when this message appears, the engine will instantly start. OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE If engine oil pressure is low , this message will be displayed on the DIC. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and do not operate it until t[...]

Audio System(s) Navigation/Radio System For vehicles with a navigation radio system, see the Navigation System manual for more information. T o view the hybrid screen, press the MENU button on the radio. The hybrid screen displays when entering the Configuration Menu. The display shows: . Auto Stop . Battery Charging . Engine Idle . 2 ‐ Wheel and 4 ‐ Wheel Drive Modes for: ‐ Engine Power ‐ Battery Power ‐ Hybrid Power 4-13[...]

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Section 5 Driving Y our V ehicle Y our Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Electric Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 T owing .................. ............... ............ 5-2 T owing Y our V ehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 T owing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 5-1[...]

Y our Driving, the Road, and the V ehicle Electric Power Steering This vehicle has On-Demand Electric-Assist Power Steering instead of conventional full-time hydraulic power steering. It uses electricity supplied by the same battery which is re-charged by the regenerative braking system. Because the system is On-Demand Electric-Assist, energy is used only when the steering wheel is turned, or when the steering gear is used to help isolate the forces of rough roads. This system does not use power steering fluid, making it maintenance-free. T owing T owing Y our V ehicle Consult your dealer/retailer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle needs to be towed. T owing a T railer [...]

V ehicle Axle Ratio Maximum T railer Weight GCWR* 2WD 6.0 L V8 3.08 6,100 lbs (2 767 kg) 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 4WD 6.0 L V8 3.08 5,900 lbs (2 676 kg) 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) *The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is 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. T railer Brakes If a trailer is being towed that has trailer brakes and the trailer brakes are manually applied while driving slower than 25 mph (40 km/h), the vehicle may go into auto stop mode even if the brakes are not being pressed. Using the trailer brake system manually can make the hybrid veh[...]

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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Service ......... ........................... ......... 6-2 Doing Y our Own Service Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Checking Things Under the Hood ................. 6-3 High V oltage Devices and Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Engine Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 Automatic Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 Drive Motor/Generator Control Module (DMCM) Coolant Surge T ank Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8 Drive Motor/Generator Control Module (DMCM) Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9 Power Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

Service Doing Y our Own Service Work { W ARNING: Never try to do your own service on hybrid components. Y ou can be injured and the vehicle can be damaged if you try to do your own service work. Service and repair of these hybrid components should only be performed by a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools. { W ARNING: Y ou can be injured and the vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. . Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts, and tools before attempting any vehicle maintenance task. . Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts, and other fasteners. English and metric fa[...]

If doing some of your own service work, use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can. T o order the proper service manual, see “ Service Publications Ordering Information ” in the owner manual. This vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see “ Servicing Y our Airbag ‐ Equipped V ehicle ” in the owner manual. Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See “ Maintenance Record ” in the owner manual. Checking Things Under the Hood High V oltage Devices and Wiring { W ARNING: Exposure to high voltage can cause shock, burns,[...]

Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on your vehicle, you will see: 6-4[...]

A. See “ Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ” in the owner manual. B. Drive Motor/Generator Control Module (DMCM). See Drive Motor/Generator Control Module (DMCM) Cooling System on page 6 ‑ 9 . C. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “ Engine Oil ” in the owner manual. D. Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick. See Automatic T ransmission Fluid on page 6 ‑ 5 . E. Brake Fluid Reservoir . See Brakes on page 6 ‑ 13 . F . See “ Underhood Fuse Block ” in the owner manual. G. See “ Windshield W asher Fluid ” in the owner manual. H. Hybrid Auxiliary Fuse Block. See Underhood Fuse Block on page 6 ‑ 24 . I. DMCM Coolant Surge T ank Pressure Cap. See Drive Motor/Generator Control Module (DMCM) Coola[...]

How to Check Automatic T ransmission Fluid Notice: T oo much or too little fluid can damage your transmission. T oo much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. T oo little fluid could cause the transmission to overheat. Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid. Before checking the fluid level, prepare the vehicle as follows: 1. Start the engine and park the vehicle on a level surface. Keep the engine running. 2. Apply the parking brake and place the shift lever in P (Park). 3. With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three sec[...]

3. Install the dipstick by pushing it back in all the way , wait three seconds, and then pull it back out again. 4. Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level. Repeat the check procedure to verify the reading. 5. If the fluid level is below the COLD check band, add only enough fluid as necessary to bring the level into the COLD band. It does not take much fluid, generally less than 0.5 Liter (1 Pint). Do not overfill. 6. Perform a hot check at the first opportunity after the transmission reaches a normal operating temperature between 60°C and 75°C (140°F and 167°F). 7. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way . Hot Check Procedur[...]

5. Safe operating level is within the HOT cross hatch band on the dipstick. If the fluid level is not within the HOT band, and the transmission temperature is between 60°C and 75°C (140°F and 167°F), add or drain fluid as necessary to bring the level into the HOT band. If the fluid level is low , add only enough fluid to bring the level into the HOT band. It does not take much fluid, generally less than 0.5 Liter (1 Pint). Do not overfill. 6. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way . Consistency of Readings Always check the fluid level at least twice using the procedure described previously . Consistency (repeatable readings) is important to m[...]

The Drive Motor/Generator Control Module (DMCM) coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully installed on the hybrid coolant surge tank. Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible damage to the Drive Motor/Generator Control Module (DMCM) may occur . Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured. Drive Motor/Generator Control Module (DMCM) Cooling System In addition to the regular cooling system, the vehicle also has a cooling system for the DMCM system. This system is serviced differently than the vehicle's main cooling system. The DMCM cooling system includes the DMCM coolant surge tank, DMCM surge tank pressure cap, DMCM cooling pumps, hybrid co[...]

If the coolant inside the DMCM coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down. The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark with the vehicle parked on a level surface. If it is not, there might be a leak at the DMCM cooler core, DMCM pressure cap, DMCM cooler hoses, DMCM cooling pump or somewhere else in the DMCM cooling system. Notice: Running the engine when there is a leak in the hybrid cooling system can cause the hybrid cooling system to lose all coolant and can damage the system. Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle or run the engine. How to Add Coolant to the DMCM Coolant Surge T ank If no problem has been found yet, check to see if[...]

{ W ARNING: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly . They are under pressure, and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap — even a little — they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap. Notice: Using coolant other than a pre ‐ mixed DEX-COOL, available at your dealer/retailer , may damage your vehicle. Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty . Always use a pre ‐ mixed DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant in your vehicle. { W AR[...]

T urn the DMCM coolant surge tank pressure cap slowly counterclockwise (left) about one full turn. W ait 30 seconds. 2. Then keep turning the DMCM coolant surge tank pressure cap slowly , and remove it. 3. Add the pre ‐ mixed DEX ‐ COOL ™ , available at your dealer/retailer , to the DMCM coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark. 4. T urn the ignition to ON/RUN without starting the engine. The hybrid cooling pumps will run and any trapped air will purge to the surge tank. 5. Add the pre ‐ mixed DEX ‐ COOL ™ , available at your dealer/retailer , until the coolant level is maintained at the FULL COLD mark. This should take no longer than two minutes of hybrid co[...]

Power Steering Fluid The vehicle has electric power steering and does not use power steering fluid. Brakes Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6 ‑ 4 for the location of the reservoir . There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down: . The brake fluid level goes down because of normal brake lining wear . When new linings are installed, the fluid level goes back up. . A fluid leak in the brake hydraulic system can also cause a low fluid level. Have the brake hydraulic system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes will not work well. 6-13[...]

Do not top off the brake fluid. Adding fluid does not correct a leak. If fluid is added when the linings are worn, there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed. Add or remove brake fluid, as necessary , only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. { W ARNING: If too much brake fluid is added, it can spill on the engine and burn, if the engine is hot enough. Y ou or others could be burned, and the vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. See “ Checking Brake Fluid ” in this section. When the brake fluid falls to a low level, the brake warning light comes on. See “ Brake System Warning Light ” in the o[...]

What to Add Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid from a sealed container . See “ Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ” in the owner manual. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir . { W ARNING: With the wrong kind of fluid in the brake hydraulic system, the brakes might not work well. This could cause a crash. Always use the proper brake fluid. Notice: . Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake hydraulic system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in the brake hydraulic system can damage brake hydraulic system parts so badly that they will have to be r[...]

Brake Wear This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound can come and go or be heard all the time the vehicle is moving, except when applying the brake pedal firmly . { W ARNING: The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well. That could lead to an accident. When the brake wear warning sound is heard, have the vehicle serviced. Notice: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair . Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. Thi[...]

Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. The vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality brake parts. When parts of the braking system are replaced — for example, when the brake linings wear down and new ones are installed — be sure to get new approved replacement parts. If this is not done, the brakes might not work properly . For example, if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for the vehicle, the balance between the front and rear brakes can change — for the worse. The braking performance expected can change in many other ways i[...]

V ehicle Storage { W ARNING: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. Y ou can be badly hurt if you are not careful. See Jump Starting on page 6 ‑ 18 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt. Infrequent Usage: Remove the 12 ‐ volt battery black, negative ( − ) cable from the battery to keep the battery from running down. Extended Storage: Remove the 12 ‐ volt battery black, negative ( − ) cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger . Remember to reconnect the battery when ready to drive the vehicle. Jump Starting { W ARNING: Personal injury , death, or damage to the vehicle can result if you try jump starting or using a battery ch[...]

Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle that would not be covered by the warranty . T rying to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work, and it could damage the vehicle. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12 ‐ volt battery with a negative ground system. Notice: If the other vehicle's system is not a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. Only use vehicles with 12-volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle. 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other . It could cause a ground connection you do not want. Y ou[...]

The positive (+) connection is located under a red plastic cover at the positive battery post. T o uncover the remote positive (+) terminal, open the red plastic cover . 5. The remote negative ( − ) is a solid engine ground. { W ARNING: An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. { W ARNING: Using an open flame near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water . Y ou do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle. But if a[...]

{ W ARNING: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly . Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 6. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know . Positive (+) goes to positive (+) or to a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. Negative ( − ) will go to a heavy , unpainted metal engine part or a solid engine ground. Do not connect positive (+) to negative ( − ) or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too. Do not connect the negative ([...]

10. Connect the other end of the negative ( − ) cable to the remote negative ( − ) terminal, on the vehicle with the dead battery . 1 1. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 12. T ry to start the vehicle that had the dead battery . If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service. Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order , electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty . Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order , making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal. Jumper Cable Removal A. Heavy , Unp[...]

T o disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( − ) cable from the vehicle that had the bad battery . 2. Disconnect the black negative ( − ) cable from the vehicle with the good battery . 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle with the good battery . 4. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the other vehicle. 5. Return the remote positive (+) terminal cover to its original position. Electrical System High V oltage Devices and Wiring { W ARNING: Exposure to high voltage can cause shock, burns, and even death. The high voltage systems in your vehicle can only be serviced by technicians with special training. High voltage devic[...]

Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. If you ever have a problem on the road and do not have a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same amperage. Just pick some feature of the vehicle that you can get along without, like the radio or cigarette lighter , and use its fuse, if it is the correct amperage. Replace it as soon as you can. The vehicle also has a special fuse in the battery box for the 300-volt batte[...]

Fuses Usage 8 Drive Motor/Generator Control Module 1 9 Drive Motor/Generator Control Module 2 10 BECM J ‐ Case Usage F AN 1 Cooling Fan 1 TRANS PUMP Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Pump F AN 2 Cooling Fan 2 CAB HTR PMP Cab Heater Pump Relays Usage F AN LOW Cooling Fan Low Speed Relay F AN MID 1 Cooling Fan Mid 1 F AN HI Cooling Fan High Speed Relay F AN MID 2 Cooling Fan Mid 2 F AN CNTRL Cooling Fan Control Appearance Care V ehicle Care/Appearance Materials When scraping the windshield glass to remove ice and snow , stay clear of the hybrid decal. T o have the hybrid decals removed from the vehicle, please see your dealer/retailer . 6-25[...]

Capacities and Specifications Application Capacities English Metric Automatic Transmission* (Pan Removal and Filter Replacement) 1 1.5 qt 10.9 L Cooling System Drive Motor Generator Control Module Cooling System 2.9 qt 2.7 L 6.0L V8 Engine Cooling System 17.2 qt 16.3 L Fuel T ank 26.0 gal 98.4 L *See Automatic T ransmission Fluid on page 6 ‑ 5 for information on checking fluid level. All capacities are approximate. Recheck fluid level after filling. Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code T ransmission Spark Plug Gap 6.0L V8 J Automatic 0.040 in (1.02 mm) 6-26[...]

Section 7 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........................ .... 7-2 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 7-1[...]

Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids identified below are specific to the hybrid vehicle and can be obtained from your dealer/retailer . See the owner manual for the other fluids and lubricants recommended for the vehicle. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Drive Motor/ Generator Control Module (DMCM) Cooling System Always use the pre-mixed 50/50 mixture of de ‐ ionized water and DEX-COOL ® (silicate-free) coolant available at your dealer/retailer . See Drive Motor/Generator Control Module (DMCM) Cooling System on page 6 ‑ 9 . Engine Drive Belt Routing 7-2[...]

A Antilock Brake System (ABS) W arning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7 Audio System(s) Navigation/Radio System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13 Automatic Transmission, Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 B Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17 Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13 Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21 System W arning Ligh[...]

G Gages Engine Coolant T emperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10 Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8 T achometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4 H High V oltage Devices and Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 I Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

N Navigation/Radio System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13 O Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9 Oil Pressure Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8 Owners, Canadian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii P Power Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13 R Radios Navigation/Radio System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13 Rear Seat Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . [...]

T T achometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4 T onneau Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2, 3-7 T owing T owing Y our V ehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 T railer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 T ransmission, Automatic Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 V V ehicle Running While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21 V oltage Devices, and Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 W Wiring, High Voltage Devices . . . . . . . . . . [...]