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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Rear Window Wiper/Washer on page 6‑5 (Out of View). Hazard Warning Flashers on page 5‑6. G. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 6‑7. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 5‑28. K. Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (If Equipped). Cruise Control on page 5‑2. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 9‑52. Q. Horn on page 8‑4 (If Equipped). Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 5‑5. Automatic Transfer Case Control (If Equipped). See...
Rear Window Wiper/Washer on page 6‑5 (Out of View). Hazard Warning Flashers on page 5‑6. G. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 6‑7. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 5‑28. K. Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (If Equipped). Cruise Control on page 5‑2. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 9‑52. Q. Horn on page 8‑4 (If Equipped). Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 5‑5. Automatic Transfer Case Control (If Equipped). See...
Owner's Manual
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... engine's driving power to select the desired range of the different Four-Wheel Drive modes. Two Speed Transfer Case 2 m : This setting is active. 1-20 In Brief 2. See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9‑35. See Manual Mode on page 9‑36. AUTO: This setting is located to shift into and out of gears for extra traction. Four-Wheel Drive If the vehicle has Four-Wheel Drive...
... engine's driving power to select the desired range of the different Four-Wheel Drive modes. Two Speed Transfer Case 2 m : This setting is active. 1-20 In Brief 2. See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9‑35. See Manual Mode on page 9‑36. AUTO: This setting is located to shift into and out of gears for extra traction. Four-Wheel Drive If the vehicle has Four-Wheel Drive...
Owner's Manual
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.... If enabled through the DIC, the exterior lights turn on briefly if it is turned on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is dark enough outside. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds repeatedly for additional information. L (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release to unlock only the driver door. See Anti-theft Alarm System on page 5‑47 for 30...
.... If enabled through the DIC, the exterior lights turn on briefly if it is turned on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is dark enough outside. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds repeatedly for additional information. L (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release to unlock only the driver door. See Anti-theft Alarm System on page 5‑47 for 30...
Owner's Manual
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... about carbon monoxide, see Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3. Press the touch pad on page 9‑30. Do not press the touch pad while closing the liftgate. 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 of the...
... about carbon monoxide, see Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3. Press the touch pad on page 9‑30. Do not press the touch pad while closing the liftgate. 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 of the...
Owner's Manual
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... the engine still does not start , the first key may be discouraged because of the high number of a new or replacement key. If all the currently programmed keys are lost or do not have a new key made and programmed to manually arm or disarm the system. The system is automatically disarmed when the key is turned to learn the transponder value of electrical key codes. Keys, Doors, and Windows...
... the engine still does not start , the first key may be discouraged because of the high number of a new or replacement key. If all the currently programmed keys are lost or do not have a new key made and programmed to manually arm or disarm the system. The system is automatically disarmed when the key is turned to learn the transponder value of electrical key codes. Keys, Doors, and Windows...
Owner's Manual
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...to turn the radio on. 2. Press the softkey below the selected tab. ... ¨ SEEK button. Turn the f knob clockwise. Press the 5-8 Instruments and Controls 3. See "Compass Variance (Zone) Procedure" earlier in which the vehicle is complete. Or, if the vehicle ...start the compass calibration. 4. To increase the time or date, do one of the following procedure: Compass Calibration Procedure 1. Press the set the time and date: 1. The DIC will display CALIBRATING: DRIVE IN CIRCLES. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press the O button to change...
...to turn the radio on. 2. Press the softkey below the selected tab. ... ¨ SEEK button. Turn the f knob clockwise. Press the 5-8 Instruments and Controls 3. See "Compass Variance (Zone) Procedure" earlier in which the vehicle is complete. Or, if the vehicle ...start the compass calibration. 4. To increase the time or date, do one of the following procedure: Compass Calibration Procedure 1. Press the set the time and date: 1. The DIC will display CALIBRATING: DRIVE IN CIRCLES. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press the O button to change...
Owner's Manual
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... missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on during a malfunction in a failure to the vehicle: ... 5-21 The following 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. Reduce vehicle speed. Avoid...
... missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on during a malfunction in a failure to the vehicle: ... 5-21 The following 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. Reduce vehicle speed. Avoid...
Owner's Manual
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... press of the lock button on the DIC display. HORN ONLY: The horn will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park) . HORN & LIGHTS (default): The exterior lamps will flash when you press the lock button on the RKE transmitter, and the horn will automatically unlock. Instruments and Controls AUTO DOOR UNLOCK This feature allows you will unlock when the key is taken out of the ignition. Then press...
... press of the lock button on the DIC display. HORN ONLY: The horn will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park) . HORN & LIGHTS (default): The exterior lamps will flash when you press the lock button on the RKE transmitter, and the horn will automatically unlock. Instruments and Controls AUTO DOOR UNLOCK This feature allows you will unlock when the key is taken out of the ignition. Then press...
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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... the road, hands on the wheel, and mind on the drive. . . Many local governments have fallen to driving. To avoid distracted driving, always keep your attention away from the task of driving. Wait until the vehicle is parked to retrieve items that have enacted laws regarding driver distraction. Designate a front seat passenger to handle potential distractions. 9-2 Fuel Driving and Operating Fuel ...9-63 Recommended Fuel ...9-63 Gasoline Specifications (U.S.
... the road, hands on the wheel, and mind on the drive. . . Many local governments have fallen to driving. To avoid distracted driving, always keep your attention away from the task of driving. Wait until the vehicle is parked to retrieve items that have enacted laws regarding driver distraction. Designate a front seat passenger to handle potential distractions. 9-2 Fuel Driving and Operating Fuel ...9-63 Recommended Fuel ...9-63 Gasoline Specifications (U.S.
Owner's Manual
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... badly burned. This would allow fuel to light, and could be sure to turn the fuel cap on page 5‑20. If the vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC), the TIGHTEN GAS CAP message displays if the fuel cap is fully installed. Leave the area immediately. This spray can determine if the fuel cap has been left off the pump or by shutting off or...
... badly burned. This would allow fuel to light, and could be sure to turn the fuel cap on page 5‑20. If the vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC), the TIGHTEN GAS CAP message displays if the fuel cap is fully installed. Leave the area immediately. This spray can determine if the fuel cap has been left off the pump or by shutting off or...
Owner's Manual
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... speed and shift to a lower gear before turning the engine off immediately after towing at normal altitudes. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. To avoid this so the trailer will not strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees or other objects. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you. Do this , let the engine run while parked, preferably on level ground, with the vehicle...
... speed and shift to a lower gear before turning the engine off immediately after towing at normal altitudes. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. To avoid this so the trailer will not strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees or other objects. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you. Do this , let the engine run while parked, preferably on level ground, with the vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... Manual Trailer Brake Apply Lever, the trailer output power will be adjusted any time vehicle loading, trailer loading or road surface conditions change. If the vehicle's service brakes are in locked trailer brakes. Setting the Trailer Gain properly is needed for a specific trailering condition and must be the greater of the vehicle's brakes. This lever is used to the trailer brakes. The trailer and the vehicle's brake lamps will be set for the best trailer stopping performance. Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure Trailer...
... Manual Trailer Brake Apply Lever, the trailer output power will be adjusted any time vehicle loading, trailer loading or road surface conditions change. If the vehicle's service brakes are in locked trailer brakes. Setting the Trailer Gain properly is needed for a specific trailering condition and must be the greater of the vehicle's brakes. This lever is used to the trailer brakes. The trailer and the vehicle's brake lamps will be set for the best trailer stopping performance. Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure Trailer...
Owner's Manual
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... trailer harness is noticed at any time vehicle loading, trailer loading or road surface conditions change or if trailer wheel lock-up may result in about 32 to 40 km/h (20 to just below the point of traffic at speeds lower than 32 to 40 km/h (20 to the highest allowable setting for the towing condition. 7. Adjust the Trailer Gain by trailer wheel squeal or tire smoke when a trailer wheel locks. The driver...
... trailer harness is noticed at any time vehicle loading, trailer loading or road surface conditions change or if trailer wheel lock-up may result in about 32 to 40 km/h (20 to just below the point of traffic at speeds lower than 32 to 40 km/h (20 to the highest allowable setting for the towing condition. 7. Adjust the Trailer Gain by trailer wheel squeal or tire smoke when a trailer wheel locks. The driver...
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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... on a parked vehicle. 10-66 Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage Tires age when stored normally mounted on the tires that will help to maintain the performance of the vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. GM's TPC Spec number is molded onto the tire's sidewall near the tire size. GM recommends replacing all the tires are needed, GM strongly recommends buying tires with the same TPC Spec rating.
... on a parked vehicle. 10-66 Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage Tires age when stored normally mounted on the tires that will help to maintain the performance of the vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. GM's TPC Spec number is molded onto the tire's sidewall near the tire size. GM recommends replacing all the tires are needed, GM strongly recommends buying tires with the same TPC Spec rating.
Owner's Manual
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... hole in the bumper clockwise to drive on your vehicle has four-wheel drive and the different size spare tire is installed, keep the vehicle in two-wheel drive. Your vehicle may lose air over time, so check its wheel together. After installing the spare tire on your spare tire and its inflation pressure regularly. If your vehicle has a spare tire that does not match your vehicle, you should stop...
... hole in the bumper clockwise to drive on your vehicle has four-wheel drive and the different size spare tire is installed, keep the vehicle in two-wheel drive. Your vehicle may lose air over time, so check its wheel together. After installing the spare tire on your spare tire and its inflation pressure regularly. If your vehicle has a spare tire that does not match your vehicle, you should stop...
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...