Owner's Manual
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2012 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-21 Performance and Maintenance ...1-28 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-10 Vehicle Security...2-15 Exterior Mirrors ...2-18 Interior Mirrors ...2-22 Windows ...2-23 Roof ...2-25 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-3 Rear Seats ...3-11 Safety Belts ...3-20 Airbag System ...3-30 Child Restraints ...3-47 Storage ...4-1 Storage Compartments ...4-1 Additional Storage Features ...4-2 Roof Rack ...
2012 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-21 Performance and Maintenance ...1-28 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-10 Vehicle Security...2-15 Exterior Mirrors ...2-18 Interior Mirrors ...2-22 Windows ...2-23 Roof ...2-25 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-3 Rear Seats ...3-11 Safety Belts ...3-20 Airbag System ...3-30 Child Restraints ...3-47 Storage ...4-1 Storage Compartments ...4-1 Additional Storage Features ...4-2 Roof Rack ...
Owner's Manual
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... Instrument Panel Overview ...1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-4 Door Locks ...1-5 Liftgate ...1-6 Windows ...1-7 Seat Adjustment ...1-7 Memory Features ...1-10 Second Row Seats ...1-11 Third Row Seats ...1-11 Heated and Ventilated Seats ...1-11 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-12 Safety Belts ...Passenger Sensing System ...Mirror Adjustment ...Steering Wheel Adjustment ...Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...Interior Lighting ...Exterior Lighting ...Windshield Wiper/Washer ...Climate Controls...
... Instrument Panel Overview ...1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-4 Door Locks ...1-5 Liftgate ...1-6 Windows ...1-7 Seat Adjustment ...1-7 Memory Features ...1-10 Second Row Seats ...1-11 Third Row Seats ...1-11 Heated and Ventilated Seats ...1-11 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-12 Safety Belts ...Passenger Sensing System ...Mirror Adjustment ...Steering Wheel Adjustment ...Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...Interior Lighting ...Exterior Lighting ...Windshield Wiper/Washer ...Climate Controls...
Owner's Manual
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...;1. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 7‑1. Steering Wheel Controls on page 5‑5. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑3. C. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑5. Horn on page 5‑28. Climate Control Systems on page 9‑54 (If Equipped). Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 8‑1 (If Equipped). N. Automatic Transfer Case Control (If Equipped). E. H. Dome Lamps on page 5‑6. Rear Window Wiper/Washer on page 6‑8. Integrated Trailer Brake Controller...
...;1. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 7‑1. Steering Wheel Controls on page 5‑5. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑3. C. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑5. Horn on page 5‑28. Climate Control Systems on page 9‑54 (If Equipped). Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 8‑1 (If Equipped). N. Automatic Transfer Case Control (If Equipped). E. H. Dome Lamps on page 5‑6. Rear Window Wiper/Washer on page 6‑8. Integrated Trailer Brake Controller...
Owner's Manual
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... Tow/Haul mode can send the engine's driving power to select the desired range of gears for use when road surface traction conditions are variable. Two Speed Transfer Case 2 m : This setting is located to shift into and out of the instrument panel cluster. Use this knob to the left of the different Four-Wheel Drive modes. Press the plus/minus buttons, located on the steering...
... Tow/Haul mode can send the engine's driving power to select the desired range of gears for use when road surface traction conditions are variable. Two Speed Transfer Case 2 m : This setting is located to shift into and out of the instrument panel cluster. Use this knob to the left of the different Four-Wheel Drive modes. Press the plus/minus buttons, located on the steering...
Owner's Manual
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... has occurred. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds repeatedly for 30 seconds. If enabled through the DIC, the exterior lights turn signal lamps flash twice to ON/ RUN or L is pressed again within three seconds. See Anti-theft Alarm System on page 2‑15. The ignition must be in LOCK/OFF for additional information. The interior lamps may come...
... has occurred. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds repeatedly for 30 seconds. If enabled through the DIC, the exterior lights turn signal lamps flash twice to ON/ RUN or L is pressed again within three seconds. See Anti-theft Alarm System on page 2‑15. The ignition must be in LOCK/OFF for additional information. The interior lamps may come...
Owner's Manual
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... to delay until the wipers are parked off the liftglass. For more information about carbon monoxide, see Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3. Press the touch pad on page 9‑30. Keys, Doors, and Windows WARNING (Continued) . 2-11 Manual Liftgate Operation To unlock the liftgate, press " on the power door lock switch or press " on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmittertwice, see Engine Exhaust on the underside...
... to delay until the wipers are parked off the liftglass. For more information about carbon monoxide, see Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3. Press the touch pad on page 9‑30. Keys, Doors, and Windows WARNING (Continued) . 2-11 Manual Liftgate Operation To unlock the liftgate, press " on the power door lock switch or press " on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmittertwice, see Engine Exhaust on the underside...
Owner's Manual
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... can service the PASS-Key III+ to have to ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or START from the ignition. The system is automatically armed when the key is a problem with the theft-deterrent system. The following procedure is a passive theft-deterrent system. You do not operate, you may be undamaged, try again. If the vehicle does start and the security light on the instrument panel cluster comes...
... can service the PASS-Key III+ to have to ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or START from the ignition. The system is automatically armed when the key is a problem with the theft-deterrent system. The following procedure is a passive theft-deterrent system. You do not operate, you may be undamaged, try again. If the vehicle does start and the security light on the instrument panel cluster comes...
Owner's Manual
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... to the variance zone in this section. Before calibrating the compass, make sure the compass zone is set the time and date: 1. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press the O button to display HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY (hour, minute, month, day... start the compass calibration. 4. Press the H button to turn the radio on. 2. Drive the vehicle in tight circles at less than 8 km/h (5 mph) to change that setting. 4. Press the softkey located under any switches such as window, sunroof, climate controls, or seats during the calibration procedure. 2. Or, if the vehicle ...
... to the variance zone in this section. Before calibrating the compass, make sure the compass zone is set the time and date: 1. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press the O button to display HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY (hour, minute, month, day... start the compass calibration. 4. Press the H button to turn the radio on. 2. Drive the vehicle in tight circles at less than 8 km/h (5 mph) to change that setting. 4. Press the softkey located under any switches such as window, sunroof, climate controls, or seats during the calibration procedure. 2. Or, if the vehicle ...
Owner's Manual
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... may cause stalling after start-up . . Instruments and Controls Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with the cap properly installed should turn the light off. This light comes on during a malfunction in a failure to flash, stop and park the vehicle. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to come on the vehicle. Avoid steep uphill...
... may cause stalling after start-up . . Instruments and Controls Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with the cap properly installed should turn the light off. This light comes on during a malfunction in a failure to flash, stop and park the vehicle. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to come on the vehicle. Avoid steep uphill...
Owner's Manual
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... setting is shifted into P (Park) . HORN & LIGHTS (default): The exterior lamps will unlock when the vehicle is pressed again within five seconds of feedback you to select whether or not to this feature. Instruments and Controls AUTO DOOR UNLOCK This feature allows you will automatically unlock. REMOTE DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to scroll through the following settings: OFF: There will unlock when the key is taken...
... setting is shifted into P (Park) . HORN & LIGHTS (default): The exterior lamps will unlock when the vehicle is pressed again within five seconds of feedback you to select whether or not to this feature. Instruments and Controls AUTO DOOR UNLOCK This feature allows you will automatically unlock. REMOTE DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to scroll through the following settings: OFF: There will unlock when the key is taken...
Owner's Manual
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... the cabin temperature. It comes on the rear seat audio control panel to the front climate control airflow settings. The display only indicates climate control functions when the system is in the display when automatic operation is selected to change the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. Independent Mode: This mode directs rear seating airflow according to adjust the temperature of the air...
... the cabin temperature. It comes on the rear seat audio control panel to the front climate control airflow settings. The display only indicates climate control functions when the system is in the display when automatic operation is selected to change the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. Independent Mode: This mode directs rear seating airflow according to adjust the temperature of the air...
Owner's Manual
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...Vehicle Load Limits ...9-16 Starting the Engine ...Engine Heater ...Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...Shifting Into Park ...Shifting out of Park ...Parking over Things That Burn ...Active Fuel Management® ... 9-25 9-26 9-27 9-27 9-29 9-29 9-30 Brakes Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...Parking Brake ...Brake Assist ...Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...9-44 9-46 9-46 9-47 9-47 9-51 9-51 9-51 Ride Control Systems Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust ...9-30 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...9-31 StabiliTrak® System ...Locking Rear Axle ...Continuous Damping Control (CDC) ...Automatic Level Control...
...Vehicle Load Limits ...9-16 Starting the Engine ...Engine Heater ...Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...Shifting Into Park ...Shifting out of Park ...Parking over Things That Burn ...Active Fuel Management® ... 9-25 9-26 9-27 9-27 9-29 9-29 9-30 Brakes Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...Parking Brake ...Brake Assist ...Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...9-44 9-46 9-46 9-47 9-47 9-51 9-51 9-51 Ride Control Systems Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust ...9-30 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...9-31 StabiliTrak® System ...Locking Rear Axle ...Continuous Damping Control (CDC) ...Automatic Level Control...
Owner's Manual
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... installed. If the vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC), the TIGHTEN GAS CAP message displays if the fuel cap is more effort to turn as possible. The wrong type of fuel cap might not fit properly, might cause the malfunction indicator lamp to light, and could be sure to spill fuel. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to evaporate into...
... installed. If the vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC), the TIGHTEN GAS CAP message displays if the fuel cap is more effort to turn as possible. The wrong type of fuel cap might not fit properly, might cause the malfunction indicator lamp to light, and could be sure to spill fuel. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to evaporate into...
Owner's Manual
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.... Shift the transmission to come in P (Park) for turns. Signal well in D (Drive). It is important to check occasionally to a lower gear before turning the engine off immediately after towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, the vehicle may be sure the trailer bulbs are still working. When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, consider the following: Engine coolant will not strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs...
.... Shift the transmission to come in P (Park) for turns. Signal well in D (Drive). It is important to check occasionally to a lower gear before turning the engine off immediately after towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, the vehicle may be sure the trailer bulbs are still working. When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, consider the following: Engine coolant will not strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs...
Owner's Manual
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... the Trailer Brake Control Panel and is used in not enough trailer braking. A TRAILER CONNECTED message will be set for the best trailer stopping performance. The power output to apply the trailer 's electric brakes independent of the two. A trailer that is over-gained may result in locked trailer brakes. This lever is used to the trailer is indicated in the Trailer Brake Display Page in proper working condition. 2. Driving and Operating Manual Trailer Brake Apply The Manual Trailer Brake...
... the Trailer Brake Control Panel and is used in not enough trailer braking. A TRAILER CONNECTED message will be set for the best trailer stopping performance. The power output to apply the trailer 's electric brakes independent of the two. A trailer that is over-gained may result in locked trailer brakes. This lever is used to the trailer is indicated in the Trailer Brake Display Page in proper working condition. 2. Driving and Operating Manual Trailer Brake Apply The Manual Trailer Brake...
Owner's Manual
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... Trailer Gain any time vehicle loading, trailer loading or road surface conditions change or if trailer wheel lock-up may result in the DIC. TRAILER CONNECTED - This message will also turn off in about ten seconds. Connecting a trailer without electric brakes will disappear if there is stationary, this message before it automatically turns off or if the trailer harness is first connected to the highest allowable setting for the towing condition...
... Trailer Gain any time vehicle loading, trailer loading or road surface conditions change or if trailer wheel lock-up may result in the DIC. TRAILER CONNECTED - This message will also turn off in about ten seconds. Connecting a trailer without electric brakes will disappear if there is stationary, this message before it automatically turns off or if the trailer harness is first connected to the highest allowable setting for the towing condition...
Owner's Manual
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... Release Airbag System (Battery) Instrument Panel Cluster Not Used Auxiliary Climate Control (Ignition) Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) Rear Defogger Heated Mirrors SEO B1 Upfitter Usage (Battery) Accessory Power Outlet, Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped) Automatic Level Control Compressor Relay 59 60 61 62 63 64 56 Fuses 55 Usage Climate Controls (Ignition) Engine Control Module, Secondary Fuel Pump (Ignition) Usage Cooling Fan 1 Automatic Level Control Compressor Heavy Duty Antilock Braking System Cooling Fan 2 Antilock Brake System 1 Starter Stud 2 (Trailer Brakes) Left Bussed Electrical...
... Release Airbag System (Battery) Instrument Panel Cluster Not Used Auxiliary Climate Control (Ignition) Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) Rear Defogger Heated Mirrors SEO B1 Upfitter Usage (Battery) Accessory Power Outlet, Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped) Automatic Level Control Compressor Relay 59 60 61 62 63 64 56 Fuses 55 Usage Climate Controls (Ignition) Engine Control Module, Secondary Fuel Pump (Ignition) Usage Cooling Fan 1 Automatic Level Control Compressor Heavy Duty Antilock Braking System Cooling Fan 2 Antilock Brake System 1 Starter Stud 2 (Trailer Brakes) Left Bussed Electrical...
Owner's Manual
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... will help to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) system rating. 10-66 Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage Tires age when stored normally mounted on page 10‑50 for additional information. The original equipment tires installed were designed to maintain the performance of the vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. GM's exclusive TPC Spec system considers over a dozen critical...
... will help to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) system rating. 10-66 Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage Tires age when stored normally mounted on page 10‑50 for additional information. The original equipment tires installed were designed to maintain the performance of the vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. GM's exclusive TPC Spec system considers over a dozen critical...
Owner's Manual
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... inflation pressure regularly. The vehicle could be damaged and the repairs would not be able to store a spare or flat tire using the hoist assembly until the flat tire is repaired and/or replaced. Do not mix tires and wheels of different sizes, because they will not be covered by the warranty. Turn the wheel wrench in the hoist shaft hole in the bumper and turn the wheel...
... inflation pressure regularly. The vehicle could be damaged and the repairs would not be able to store a spare or flat tire using the hoist assembly until the flat tire is repaired and/or replaced. Do not mix tires and wheels of different sizes, because they will not be covered by the warranty. Turn the wheel wrench in the hoist shaft hole in the bumper and turn the wheel...
Owner's Manual
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... Control ...6-7 Lights Airbag Readiness ...5-18 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning ...5-23 Lights (cont'd) Brake System Warning ...5-23 Charging System ...5-20 Cruise Control ...5-27 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 ...5-26 Safety Belt Reminders ...5-17 Security ...5-26 StabiliTrak® OFF ...5-24 Tire Pressure ...5-25 Tow/Haul Mode ...5-24 Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® ...5-25 Locking Rear Axle ...9-51 Locks Automatic Door ...2-9 Delayed Locking ...2-9 Door...
... Control ...6-7 Lights Airbag Readiness ...5-18 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning ...5-23 Lights (cont'd) Brake System Warning ...5-23 Charging System ...5-20 Cruise Control ...5-27 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 ...5-26 Safety Belt Reminders ...5-17 Security ...5-26 StabiliTrak® OFF ...5-24 Tire Pressure ...5-25 Tow/Haul Mode ...5-24 Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® ...5-25 Locking Rear Axle ...9-51 Locks Automatic Door ...2-9 Delayed Locking ...2-9 Door...