Owner's Manual
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2011 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-20 Performance and Maintenance ...1-26 Keys, Doors and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-9 Vehicle Security...2-13 Exterior Mirrors ...2-17 Interior Mirrors ...2-20 Windows ...2-20 Roof ...2-22 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-3 Rear Seats ...3-11 Safety Belts ...3-20 Airbag System ...3-37 Child Restraints ...3-53 Storage ...4-1 Storage Compartments ...4-1 Additional Storage Features ...4-2 Roof Rack System ...
2011 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-20 Performance and Maintenance ...1-26 Keys, Doors and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-9 Vehicle Security...2-13 Exterior Mirrors ...2-17 Interior Mirrors ...2-20 Windows ...2-20 Roof ...2-22 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-3 Rear Seats ...3-11 Safety Belts ...3-20 Airbag System ...3-37 Child Restraints ...3-53 Storage ...4-1 Storage Compartments ...4-1 Additional Storage Features ...4-2 Roof Rack System ...
Owner's Manual
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2011 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual M Jump Starting ...10-88 Towing ...10-93 Appearance Care ...10-98 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...11-7 Maintenance Records ...11-10 Technical Data ...12-1 Vehicle Identification ...12-1 Vehicle Data ...12-2 Customer Information ...13-1 Customer Information ...13-1 Reporting Safety Defects ...13-16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy...13-17 Index ...i-1
2011 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual M Jump Starting ...10-88 Towing ...10-93 Appearance Care ...10-98 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...11-7 Maintenance Records ...11-10 Technical Data ...12-1 Vehicle Identification ...12-1 Vehicle Data ...12-2 Customer Information ...13-1 Customer Information ...13-1 Reporting Safety Defects ...13-16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy...13-17 Index ...i-1
Owner's Manual
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... Drive Information ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-4 Door Locks ...1-5 Liftgate ...1-5 Windows ...1-6 Seat Adjustment ...1-6 Memory Features ...1-9 Second Row Seats ...1-10 Third Row Seats ...1-10 Heated Seats ...1-10 Heated and Ventilated Seats ...1-11 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-11 Safety Belts ...1-11 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-12 Mirror Adjustment ...Steering Wheel Adjustment ...Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...Interior Lighting ...Exterior Lighting ...Windshield Wiper/Washer ...Climate Controls ...Transmission ...Four-Wheel...
... Drive Information ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-4 Door Locks ...1-5 Liftgate ...1-5 Windows ...1-6 Seat Adjustment ...1-6 Memory Features ...1-9 Second Row Seats ...1-10 Third Row Seats ...1-10 Heated Seats ...1-10 Heated and Ventilated Seats ...1-11 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-11 Safety Belts ...1-11 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-12 Mirror Adjustment ...Steering Wheel Adjustment ...Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...Interior Lighting ...Exterior Lighting ...Windshield Wiper/Washer ...Climate Controls ...Transmission ...Four-Wheel...
Owner's Manual
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... Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 5‑6. Rear Window Wiper/Washer on page 6‑5. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 9‑39. See Automatic Transmission on page 6‑5 (Out of View). G. H. S. Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 9‑60 (If Equipped). Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 8‑4 (If Equipped). Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). Cruise Control on page 6‑7. Shift Lever. Instrument Panel...
... Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 5‑6. Rear Window Wiper/Washer on page 6‑5. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 9‑39. See Automatic Transmission on page 6‑5 (Out of View). G. H. S. Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 9‑60 (If Equipped). Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 8‑4 (If Equipped). Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). Cruise Control on page 6‑7. Shift Lever. Instrument Panel...
Owner's Manual
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Keys, Doors and Windows 2-1 Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks Keys ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...Remote Vehicle Start ...Door Locks ...Power Door Locks ...Delayed Locking ...Automatic Door Locks ...Lockout Protection ...Safety Locks ...2-2 2-2 2-3 2-5 2-7 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ...Manual Mirrors ...Trailer-Tow Mirrors ...Power Mirrors ...Folding Mirrors ...Heated Mirrors ...Automatic Dimming Mirror ...Park Tilt Mirrors ...2-17 2-17 2-17 2-17 2-18 2-19 2-19 2-19 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror...
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-1 Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks Keys ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...Remote Vehicle Start ...Door Locks ...Power Door Locks ...Delayed Locking ...Automatic Door Locks ...Lockout Protection ...Safety Locks ...2-2 2-2 2-3 2-5 2-7 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ...Manual Mirrors ...Trailer-Tow Mirrors ...Power Mirrors ...Folding Mirrors ...Heated Mirrors ...Automatic Dimming Mirror ...Park Tilt Mirrors ...2-17 2-17 2-17 2-17 2-18 2-19 2-19 2-19 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror...
Owner's Manual
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... located under any switches such as window, sunroof, climate controls, or seats during the calibration procedure. 2. The DIC display will then return to turn on . 2. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press the O button to the previous menu. Such interference may be calibrated. Turn off the vehicle, move the magnetic item, then turn the radio on the vehicle and calibrate...
... located under any switches such as window, sunroof, climate controls, or seats during the calibration procedure. 2. The DIC display will then return to turn on . 2. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press the O button to the previous menu. Such interference may be calibrated. Turn off the vehicle, move the magnetic item, then turn the radio on the vehicle and calibrate...
Owner's Manual
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... to costly repairs that might be covered by your dealer. This could lead to show it does not, have the vehicle serviced by the vehicle warranty. See Accessories and Modifications on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might not be required. This system assists the service technician in correctly diagnosing any problem is running , as smoothly. This light comes on , but the engine is working. If...
... to costly repairs that might be covered by your dealer. This could lead to show it does not, have the vehicle serviced by the vehicle warranty. See Accessories and Modifications on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might not be required. This system assists the service technician in correctly diagnosing any problem is running , as smoothly. This light comes on , but the engine is working. If...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle still does not pass the inspection, your dealer if assistance is under the instrument panel to be a brake problem. For normal braking performance, both circuits need to the left of the steering wheel. See your dealer can happen if the battery has recently been replaced or if the battery has run down. Have the brake system inspected right away. Instruments and Controls Emissions Inspection and Maintenance...
... vehicle still does not pass the inspection, your dealer if assistance is under the instrument panel to be a brake problem. For normal braking performance, both circuits need to the left of the steering wheel. See your dealer can happen if the battery has recently been replaced or if the battery has run down. Have the brake system inspected right away. Instruments and Controls Emissions Inspection and Maintenance...
Owner's Manual
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... turn off the automatic door unlocking feature. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to access the settings for this feature. LIGHTS ONLY: The exterior lamps will flash when you to select whether or not to this feature. The current setting will remain. 5-50 Instruments and Controls DRIVER IN PARK: Only the driver door will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park) . AUTO DOOR UNLOCK This feature allows you press the lock...
... turn off the automatic door unlocking feature. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to access the settings for this feature. LIGHTS ONLY: The exterior lamps will flash when you to select whether or not to this feature. The current setting will remain. 5-50 Instruments and Controls DRIVER IN PARK: Only the driver door will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park) . AUTO DOOR UNLOCK This feature allows you press the lock...
Owner's Manual
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... the vehicle speakers. DVD/CD AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press to cycle through its own battery while playing. 7-31 BAND: Press to listen to the radio when a portable audio device is playing. Auxiliary Devices Using the Auxiliary Input Jack Radios with an auxiliary input jack located on driver distraction. See O (Power/Volume): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to an external audio device such as an iPod...
... the vehicle speakers. DVD/CD AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press to cycle through its own battery while playing. 7-31 BAND: Press to listen to the radio when a portable audio device is playing. Auxiliary Devices Using the Auxiliary Input Jack Radios with an auxiliary input jack located on driver distraction. See O (Power/Volume): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to an external audio device such as an iPod...
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... Accessory Power (RAP) ...Shifting Into Park ...Shifting out of Park ...Parking over Things That Burn ...Active Fuel Management® ... 9-34 9-34 9-36 9-36 9-37 Brakes Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...9-52 Parking Brake ...9-53 Brake Assist ...9-53 Ride Control Systems Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust ...9-37 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...9-38 StabiliTrak® System ...Locking Rear Axle ...Continuous Damping Control (CDC) ...Automatic Level Control ... 9-54 9-56 9-56 9-57 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission ...9-39 Manual Mode ...9-42 Tow/Haul Mode ...9-43 Cruise Control...
... Accessory Power (RAP) ...Shifting Into Park ...Shifting out of Park ...Parking over Things That Burn ...Active Fuel Management® ... 9-34 9-34 9-36 9-36 9-37 Brakes Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...9-52 Parking Brake ...9-53 Brake Assist ...9-53 Ride Control Systems Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust ...9-37 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...9-38 StabiliTrak® System ...Locking Rear Axle ...Continuous Damping Control (CDC) ...Automatic Level Control ... 9-54 9-56 9-56 9-57 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission ...9-39 Manual Mode ...9-42 Tow/Haul Mode ...9-43 Cruise Control...
Owner's Manual
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... fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to spill fuel. See Exterior Care on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. Notice: If a new fuel cap is not properly installed. { WARNING If a fire starts while you have finished pumping before tightening the cap. Driving and Operating 9-75 { WARNING Fuel can spray out on page 10‑98. This spray can determine if the fuel cap...
... fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to spill fuel. See Exterior Care on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. Notice: If a new fuel cap is not properly installed. { WARNING If a fire starts while you have finished pumping before tightening the cap. Driving and Operating 9-75 { WARNING Fuel can spray out on page 10‑98. This spray can determine if the fuel cap...
Owner's Manual
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Driving and Operating When trailering, make sure of the steering column. Trailer Gain Adjustment Buttons The ITBC system has a control panel located on the instrument panel to the trailer brakes. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on the DIC to adjust and display power output to the left of the following: . 9-91 Trailer Brake Control Panel The ITBC system is not responsible for warranty or performance of the system resulting from...
Driving and Operating When trailering, make sure of the steering column. Trailer Gain Adjustment Buttons The ITBC system has a control panel located on the instrument panel to the trailer brakes. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on the DIC to adjust and display power output to the left of the following: . 9-91 Trailer Brake Control Panel The ITBC system is not responsible for warranty or performance of the system resulting from...
Owner's Manual
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... in proper working condition. 2. Make sure the trailer brakes are applied while using the Manual Trailer Brake Apply Lever, the trailer output power will be adjusted any time vehicle loading, trailer loading or road surface conditions change. After the electrical connection is made to the trailer is indicated in the Trailer Brake Display Page in the DIC. Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure Trailer Gain should be set for each towing condition: 1. If the vehicle's service brakes are...
... in proper working condition. 2. Make sure the trailer brakes are applied while using the Manual Trailer Brake Apply Lever, the trailer output power will be adjusted any time vehicle loading, trailer loading or road surface conditions change. After the electrical connection is made to the trailer is indicated in the Trailer Brake Display Page in the DIC. Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure Trailer Gain should be set for each towing condition: 1. If the vehicle's service brakes are...
Owner's Manual
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... fully apply the Manual Trailer Brake Apply lever. If the disconnect occurs while the vehicle is moving, this message will automatically turn off or if the trailer harness is stationary, this message off . Connecting a trailer without electric brakes will automatically turn off . Trailer wheel lock-up , indicated by using the gain adjustment (+ / -) buttons on a level road surface representative of the towing condition and free of trailer wheel lock-up may result in...
... fully apply the Manual Trailer Brake Apply lever. If the disconnect occurs while the vehicle is moving, this message will automatically turn off or if the trailer harness is stationary, this message off . Connecting a trailer without electric brakes will automatically turn off . Trailer wheel lock-up , indicated by using the gain adjustment (+ / -) buttons on a level road surface representative of the towing condition and free of trailer wheel lock-up may result in...
Owner's Manual
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... Body Control Module (BCM) Accessory Power Outlets Interior Lamps 25 26 Fuses 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Usage Power Door Lock 1 (Unlock Feature) Rear Seat Entertainment Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist, Power Liftgate Power Door Lock 1 (Lock Feature) Driver Information Center (DIC) Rear Wiper Cooled Seats Driver Seat Module, Remote Keyless Entry System Driver Power Door Lock (Unlock Feature) Circuit Breaker LT DR Usage 10-47 Driver Side Power Window Circuit Breaker Harness Connector LT DR BODY BODY Usage Driver Door Harness Connection Harness Connector Harness Connector Center Instrument Panel...
... Body Control Module (BCM) Accessory Power Outlets Interior Lamps 25 26 Fuses 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Usage Power Door Lock 1 (Unlock Feature) Rear Seat Entertainment Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist, Power Liftgate Power Door Lock 1 (Lock Feature) Driver Information Center (DIC) Rear Wiper Cooled Seats Driver Seat Module, Remote Keyless Entry System Driver Power Door Lock (Unlock Feature) Circuit Breaker LT DR Usage 10-47 Driver Side Power Window Circuit Breaker Harness Connector LT DR BODY BODY Usage Driver Door Harness Connection Harness Connector Harness Connector Center Instrument Panel...
Owner's Manual
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...) or psi (pounds per square inch). Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of a tire signifying that hold the tire onto the rim. The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which the plies are automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle. See Tire Pressure on page 9‑23. Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in kPa (kilopascal) or psi (pounds...
...) or psi (pounds per square inch). Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of a tire signifying that hold the tire onto the rim. The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which the plies are automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle. See Tire Pressure on page 9‑23. Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in kPa (kilopascal) or psi (pounds...
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... the road tires and wheels, so it is molded onto the tire's sidewall near the tire size. 10-66 Vehicle Care GM recommends replacing all the tires at the same time. When new, the vehicle included a spare tire and wheel assembly with the same TPC Spec rating. See Tire Sidewall Labeling on all tires will not affect vehicle handling. { WARNING Tires could cause injury or death. The spare tire was developed for mud and...
... the road tires and wheels, so it is molded onto the tire's sidewall near the tire size. 10-66 Vehicle Care GM recommends replacing all the tires at the same time. When new, the vehicle included a spare tire and wheel assembly with the same TPC Spec rating. See Tire Sidewall Labeling on all tires will not affect vehicle handling. { WARNING Tires could cause injury or death. The spare tire was developed for mud and...
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.... Underbody flushing service. See Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check on page 10‑33. Accelerator pedal check for taxi, police, or delivery service. Hood/Decklid/Liftgate/Liftglass Support Gas Strut Service: Visually inspect gas strut, if equipped, for taxi, police, or delivery service. First Engine Oil Change After Every 80 000 km/50,000 Miles . . . See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10‑15. Engine air cleaner filter replacement. Contaminated fluid will decrease...
.... Underbody flushing service. See Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check on page 10‑33. Accelerator pedal check for taxi, police, or delivery service. Hood/Decklid/Liftgate/Liftglass Support Gas Strut Service: Visually inspect gas strut, if equipped, for taxi, police, or delivery service. First Engine Oil Change After Every 80 000 km/50,000 Miles . . . See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10‑15. Engine air cleaner filter replacement. Contaminated fluid will decrease...
Owner's Manual
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...K Key and Lock Messages ...5-42 Keyless Entry Remote (RKE) System ...2-3 Keys ...2-2 Lighting Entry ...6-9 Exit ...6-9 Illumination Control ...6-7 Lights Airbag Readiness ...5-18 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning ...5-24 Brake System Warning ...5-23 Charging System ...5-20 Cruise Control ...5-28 Engine Oil Pressure ...5-26 Flash-to-Pass ...6-3 Front Fog Lamp ...5-27 High-Beam On ...5-27 High/Low Beam Changer ...6-2 Low Fuel Warning ...5-27 Safety Belt Reminders ...5-17 Security ...5-27 StabiliTrak® Indicator ...5-25 Tire Pressure ...5-25 Tow/Haul Mode ...5-25 Locking Rear Axle ...9-56
...K Key and Lock Messages ...5-42 Keyless Entry Remote (RKE) System ...2-3 Keys ...2-2 Lighting Entry ...6-9 Exit ...6-9 Illumination Control ...6-7 Lights Airbag Readiness ...5-18 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning ...5-24 Brake System Warning ...5-23 Charging System ...5-20 Cruise Control ...5-28 Engine Oil Pressure ...5-26 Flash-to-Pass ...6-3 Front Fog Lamp ...5-27 High-Beam On ...5-27 High/Low Beam Changer ...6-2 Low Fuel Warning ...5-27 Safety Belt Reminders ...5-17 Security ...5-27 StabiliTrak® Indicator ...5-25 Tire Pressure ...5-25 Tow/Haul Mode ...5-25 Locking Rear Axle ...9-56