2009 Hummer H2 Owner's Manual
Year:
2009
Make:
Hummer
Model:
H2
Rating:
Table of Contents
2009 HUMMER H2 BookTOC
1
Seats and Restraint System
5
Head Restraints
6
Front Seats
8
Power Seats
8
Power Lumbar
9
Heated Seats
10
Memory Seat and Mirrors
10
Power Reclining Seatbacks
12
Rear Seats
14
Heated Seats
14
Split Folding Rear Seat
15
Bucket Seats (Reclining Seatbacks)
17
Third Row Seat
18
Safety Belts
24
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone
24
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
29
Lap-Shoulder Belt
38
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
43
Safety Belt Extender
43
Child Restraints
44
Older Children
44
Infants and Young Children
47
Child Restraint Systems
51
Where to Put the Restraint
54
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
55
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position
66
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
68
Airbag System
71
Where Are the Airbags?
73
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
76
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
77
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
78
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?
78
Airbag Off Switch
80
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
83
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
83
Restraint System Check
84
Checking the Restraint Systems
84
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash
85
Features and Controls
87
Keys
89
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
90
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
91
Remote Vehicle Start
93
Doors and Locks
96
Door Locks
96
Power Door Locks
97
Delayed Locking
97
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
97
Rear Door Security Locks
98
Lockout Protection
98
Liftgate (SUV)
99
Midgate® (SUT)
100
Tailgate/Spare Tire Carrier
102
Windows
105
Power Windows
106
Sun Visors
109
Theft-Deterrent Systems
109
Content Theft-Deterrent
110
Electronic Immobilizer
111
Electronic Immobilizer Operation
112
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
113
New Vehicle Break-In
113
Ignition Positions
114
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
115
Starting the Engine
115
Engine Coolant Heater
117
Automatic Transmission Operation
118
Tow/Haul Mode
122
Full-Time Four-Wheel Drive
123
Parking Brake
128
Shifting Into Park
129
Shifting Out of Park
130
Parking Over Things That Burn
131
Engine Exhaust
131
Running the Vehicle While Parked
132
Mirrors
133
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
133
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors
133
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror
134
Park Tilt Mirrors
134
Outside Convex Mirror
135
Outside Heated Mirrors
135
Object Detection Systems
136
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
136
OnStar® System
140
Universal Home Remote System
143
Universal Home Remote System Operation
144
Storage Areas
150
Glove Box
150
Cupholders
150
Center Console Storage
151
Luggage Carrier
151
Rear Seat Armrest
151
Cargo Tie Downs (SUT)
152
All-Weather Cargo Area (SUT)
152
Sunroof
154
Instrument Panel
157
Instrument Panel Overview
160
Hazard Warning Flashers
162
Horn
162
Tilt Wheel
162
Heated Steering Wheel
163
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
164
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
164
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
165
Flash-to-Pass
165
Windshield Wipers
166
Windshield Washer
166
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
167
Cruise Control
168
Exterior Lamps
171
Headlamps on Reminder
172
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
172
Automatic Headlamp System
173
Instrument Panel Brightness
173
Dome Lamps
174
Dome Lamp Override
174
Entry/Exit Lighting
174
Reading Lamps
174
Electric Power Management
175
Battery Run-Down Protection
175
Accessory Power Outlet(s)
176
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter
177
Analog Clock
177
Climate Controls
178
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
178
Outlet Adjustment
183
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls
184
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
185
Instrument Panel Cluster
186
Speedometer and Odometer
187
Trip Odometer
187
Tachometer
187
Safety Belt Reminders
188
Airbag Readiness Light
188
Airbag Off Light
189
Charging System Light
191
Voltmeter Gage
192
Brake System Warning Light
193
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
194
StabiliTrak® Indicator Light
194
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
195
Tire Pressure Light
195
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
196
Oil Pressure Gage
198
Oil Pressure Light
199
Security Light
200
Cruise Control Light
200
Highbeam On Light
200
Tow/Haul Mode Light
200
Fuel Gage
201
Low Fuel Warning Light
202
Driver Information Center (DIC)
202
DIC Operation and Displays (Using DIC Buttons)
203
DIC Operation and Displays (Using Trip Odometer Reset Stem)
208
DIC Compass
210
DIC Warnings and Messages
212
DIC Vehicle Customization
220
Audio System(s)
228
Setting the Clock
229
Radio(s)
231
Using an MP3 (Radio with Six-Disc Player)
250
Using an MP3 (Radio with CD and DVD Player)
255
XM Radio Messages
261
Navigation/Radio System
263
Bluetooth®
263
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System
274
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)
283
Theft-Deterrent Feature
284
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
285
Radio Reception
285
Fixed Mast Antenna
286
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System
286
Driving Your Vehicle
287
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle
288
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
288
Defensive Driving
288
Drunk Driving
289
Control of a Vehicle
289
Braking
290
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
291
Braking in Emergencies
292
StabiliTrak® System
292
Traction Control System (TCS)
295
Locking Rear Axle
296
Steering
297
Off-Road Recovery
299
Passing
299
Loss of Control
299
Off-Road Driving
301
Assist Steps
319
Driving at Night
319
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
320
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
321
Highway Hypnosis
321
Hill and Mountain Roads
322
Winter Driving
323
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow
325
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out
326
Recovery Loops
326
First Aid Kit and Tool Kit
328
Front Mounted Receiver
329
Power Winch Platform
329
Loading the Vehicle
330
Towing
336
Towing Your Vehicle
336
Recreational Vehicle Towing
336
Selectable Extended Rear Ride Height
338
Electronically Controlled Air Suspension System
339
Towing a Trailer
341
Trailer Recommendations
354
Service and Appearance Care
355
Service
357
Accessories and Modifications
357
California Proposition 65 Warning
358
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
358
Doing Your Own Service Work
358
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle
359
Fuel
359
Gasoline Octane
359
Gasoline Specifications
359
California Fuel
360
Additives
360
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
361
Fuels in Foreign Countries
362
Filling the Tank
362
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
364
Checking Things Under the Hood
365
Hood Release
366
Engine Compartment Overview
368
Engine Oil
369
Engine Oil Life System
372
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
374
Automatic Transmission Fluid
377
Cooling System
381
Engine Coolant
385
Engine Overheating
387
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
389
Power Steering Fluid
390
Windshield Washer Fluid
391
Brakes
392
Battery
395
Jump Starting
396
Rear Axle
401
Four-Wheel Drive
402
Front Axle
403
Bulb Replacement
404
Halogen Bulbs
404
Headlamps
405
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps
406
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
406
Roof Marker Lamps
407
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
408
Replacement Bulbs
409
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
410
Tires
411
Tire Sidewall Labeling
412
Tire Terminology and Definitions
414
Inflation - Tire Pressure
417
Tire Pressure Monitor System
418
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
420
Tire Inspection and Rotation
423
When It Is Time for New Tires
425
Buying New Tires
426
Different Size Tires and Wheels
428
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
428
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
430
Wheel Replacement
430
Tire Chains
431
Accessory Inflator
432
If a Tire Goes Flat
433
Changing a Flat Tire
434
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools (SUT)
436
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools (SUV)
440
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
444
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools (SUT)
449
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools (SUV)
452
Spare Tire
455
Appearance Care
456
Interior Cleaning
456
Fabric/Carpet
457
Leather
458
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces
458
Wood Panels
458
Speaker Covers
459
Care of Safety Belts
459
Weatherstrips
459
Washing Your Vehicle
459
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
460
Finish Care
460
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades
461
Aluminum Wheels
461
Tires
462
Sheet Metal Damage
462
Finish Damage
462
Underbody Maintenance
462
Chemical Paint Spotting
462
Vehicle Identification
463
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
463
Service Parts Identification Label
463
Electrical System
463
Add-On Electrical Equipment
463
Windshield Wiper Fuses
464
Power Windows and Other Power Options
464
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
464
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
465
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block
466
Underhood Fuse Block
467
Capacities and Specifications
471
Maintenance Schedule
473
Maintenance Schedule
474
Introduction
474
Maintenance Requirements
474
Your Vehicle and the Environment
474
Using the Maintenance Schedule
475
Scheduled Maintenance
476
Additional Required Services
478
Maintenance Footnotes
479
Owner Checks and Services
481
At Each Fuel Fill
481
At Least Once a Month
482
At Least Once a Year
482
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
485
Maintenance Replacement Parts
487
Engine Drive Belt Routing
488
Maintenance Record
489
Customer Assistance Information
493
Customer Assistance and Information
494
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
494
Online Owner Center
497
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
498
Customer Assistance Offices
498
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
499
Roadside Service
499
Scheduling Service Appointments
502
Courtesy Transportation
502
Collision Damage Repair
503
Reporting Safety Defects
506
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
506
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
507
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
507
Service Publications Ordering Information
507
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
508
Event Data Recorders
509
OnStar®
510
Navigation System
510
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
510
Index
511
2009 Hummer H2 Overview
Introduction
The 2009 Hummer H2 is an impressive full-size SUV that epitomizes rugged luxury and immense utility. With its bold and muscular design, the H2 is built to conquer any terrain while providing a spacious and refined interior. It stands as a testament to Hummer's commitment to performance, versatility, and opulence, making it a popular choice for adventurers and luxury enthusiasts alike.
Powertrains
Under the hood, the 2009 Hummer H2 is powered by a robust 6.2-liter V8 engine that delivers an impressive 393 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque. This powerful engine is paired with a smooth-shifting six-speed automatic transmission, ensuring a dynamic and responsive driving experience. The H2 also features a sophisticated four-wheel-drive system with low-range gearing, granting it remarkable off-road capabilities that can tackle even the toughest landscapes.
Trims
The 2009 Hummer H2 is available in two distinct trims: the base H2 and the more luxurious H2 SUV. The base model comes equipped with top features, while the H2 SUV adds more upscale touches, including leather upholstery, heated front seats, and advanced audio systems. Both trims are designed to provide comfort while maintaining the rugged essence that the Hummer brand embodies.
Features
Loaded with amenities, the 2009 Hummer H2 boasts features such as a navigation system, rearview camera, premium sound system, and ample cargo space. Safety is also a priority, with standard equipment including stability control, antilock brakes, and multiple airbags, ensuring peace of mind for all occupants. With its spacious cabin and advanced technology, every drive is a pleasurable experience.
Owner's Manual
The owner's manual for the 2009 Hummer H2 serves as a vital resource for new owners, offering valuable information on vehicle operation, maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting tips. It guides users through the various features and systems of the H2, ensuring they can fully enjoy the driving experience while keeping the vehicle in optimal condition.
User manual download
The Hummer H2 owner manual for the 2009 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2009 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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