2017 Chevrolet Suburban Owner's Manual
Year:
2017
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Suburban
Rating:
Table of Contents
Contents
2
Introduction
3
Canadian Vehicle Owners
3
Using this Manual
3
Danger, Warning, and Caution
4
Symbols
4
In Brief
6
Instrument Panel
7
Instrument Panel Overview
7
Initial Drive Information
9
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
9
Remote Vehicle Start
10
Door Locks
10
Liftgate
11
Windows
12
Seat Adjustment
12
Memory Features
14
Second Row Seats
14
Third Row Seats
14
Heated and Ventilated Seats
15
Head Restraint Adjustment
15
Safety Belts
16
Passenger Sensing System
16
Mirror Adjustment
16
Steering Wheel Adjustment
17
Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment
18
Interior Lighting
19
Exterior Lighting
19
Windshield Wiper/Washer
20
Climate Controls
21
Transmission
21
Four-Wheel Drive
22
Vehicle Features
23
Infotainment System
23
Radio(s)
23
Satellite Radio
23
Portable Audio Devices
24
Bluetooth®
24
Steering Wheel Controls
24
Cruise Control
25
Driver Information Center (DIC)
25
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
26
Forward Automatic Braking (FAB)
26
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) (1500 series)
26
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
26
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
27
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System
27
Parking Assist
27
Power Outlets
27
Universal Remote System
28
Sunroof
28
Performance and Maintenance
29
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
29
Tire Pressure Monitor
29
Fuel
30
E85 or FlexFuel
30
Engine Oil Life System
30
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
31
Roadside Assistance Program
31
Keys, Doors, and Windows
32
Keys and Locks
32
Keys (Key Access)
32
Keys (Keyless Access)
35
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
36
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access)
36
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access)
38
Remote Vehicle Start
45
Door Locks
46
Power Door Locks
46
Delayed Locking
47
Automatic Door Locks
47
Lockout Protection
47
Safety Locks
48
Doors
48
Liftgate
48
Power Assist Steps
53
Vehicle Security
54
Vehicle Alarm System
54
Immobilizer
56
Immobilizer Operation (Key Access)
56
Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access)
57
Exterior Mirrors
58
Convex Mirrors
58
Power Mirrors
58
Folding Mirrors
59
Heated Mirrors
59
Blind Spot Mirrors
59
Reverse Tilt Mirrors
60
Interior Mirrors
61
Interior Rearview Mirrors
61
Manual Rearview Mirror
61
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
61
Child-View Mirror
61
Windows
61
Power Windows
62
Sun Visors
63
Roof
64
Sunroof
64
Seats and Restraints
66
Head Restraints
67
Front Seats
68
Seat Adjustment
68
Center Seat
69
Power Seat Adjustment
69
Lumbar Adjustment
69
Reclining Seatbacks
70
Memory Seats
71
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
73
Rear Seats
74
Heated Rear Seats
75
Second Row Seats
75
Third Row Seats
80
Safety Belts
84
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
85
Lap-Shoulder Belt
86
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
90
Lap Belt
91
Safety Belt Extender
91
Safety System Check
91
Safety Belt Care
92
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash
92
Airbag System
93
Where Are the Airbags?
94
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
96
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
97
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
97
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
98
Passenger Sensing System
99
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
103
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
103
Airbag System Check
104
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
104
Child Restraints
105
Older Children
105
Infants and Young Children
107
Child Restraint Systems
109
Where to Put the Restraint
111
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
112
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
120
Securing Child Restraints (With the Safety Belt in the Rear Seat)
120
Securing Child Restraints (With the Safety Belt in the Center Front Seat)
122
Securing Child Restraints (With the Safety Belt in the Front Passenger Seat)
123
Storage
126
Storage Compartments
126
Instrument Panel Storage
126
Glove Box
126
Cupholders
126
Sunglasses Storage
127
Armrest Storage
127
Rear Storage
127
Center Console Storage
127
Additional Storage Features
128
Cargo Tie-Downs
128
Convenience Net
128
Roof Rack System
128
Instruments and Controls
130
Controls
131
Steering Wheel Adjustment
131
Steering Wheel Controls
132
Heated Steering Wheel
133
Horn
133
Windshield Wiper/Washer
133
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
135
Compass
136
Clock
136
Power Outlets
137
Wireless Charging
139
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
141
Instrument Cluster
142
Speedometer
146
Odometer
146
Trip Odometer
146
Tachometer
146
Fuel Gauge
146
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
147
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
148
Voltmeter Gauge
149
Safety Belt Reminders
150
Airbag Readiness Light
150
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
151
Charging System Light
152
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
152
Brake System Warning Light
154
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
155
Tow/Haul Mode Light
155
Hill Descent Control Light
155
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light (1500 Series)
155
Vehicle Ahead Indicator
156
Traction Off Light
156
StabiliTrak® OFF Light
156
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light
157
Tire Pressure Light
157
Low Fuel Warning Light
157
Security Light
158
High-Beam On Light
158
Front Fog Lamp Light
158
Lamps On Reminder
158
Cruise Control Light
158
Information Displays
159
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level)
159
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
161
Head-Up Display (HUD)
163
Vehicle Messages
167
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages
167
Brake System Messages
168
Compass Messages
168
Cruise Control Messages
168
Door Ajar Messages
169
Engine Cooling System Messages
169
Engine Oil Messages
170
Engine Power Messages
170
Fuel System Messages
171
Key and Lock Messages
171
Lamp Messages
171
Object Detection System Messages
172
Ride Control System Messages
173
Airbag System Messages
175
Security Messages
175
Steering System Messages
175
Starting the Vehicle Messages
175
Tire Messages
175
Transmission Messages
176
Vehicle Reminder Messages
178
Washer Fluid Messages
178
Vehicle Personalization
179
Universal Remote System
186
Universal Remote System Programming
186
Universal Remote System Operation
189
Lighting
190
Exterior Lighting
190
Exterior Lamp Controls
190
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder
192
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
192
Flash-to-Pass
192
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
193
Automatic Headlamp System
193
Hazard Warning Flashers
194
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
194
Fog Lamps
195
Interior Lighting
195
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
195
Dome Lamps
196
Reading Lamps
196
Lighting Features
197
Entry Lighting
197
Exit Lighting
197
Battery Load Management
197
Battery Power Protection
198
Infotainment System
199
Introduction
199
Infotainment
199
Theft-Deterrent Feature
200
Overview
200
Home Page
203
Software Updates
205
Radio
205
AM-FM Radio
205
Satellite Radio
207
Radio Reception
207
Rear Side Window Antenna
208
Multi-Band Antenna
209
Audio Players
209
CD Player
209
USB Port
211
Auxiliary Jack
214
Phone
215
Bluetooth (Overview)
215
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls - Base Radio)
216
Bluetooth (Voice Recognition - Base Radio)
220
Trademarks and License Agreements
225
Climate Controls
227
Climate Control Systems
227
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
227
Rear Climate Control System
231
Air Vents
232
Maintenance
233
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
233
Service
234
Driving and Operating
235
Driving Information
236
Distracted Driving
236
Defensive Driving
237
Drunk Driving
237
Control of a Vehicle
237
Braking
237
Steering
238
Off-Road Recovery
238
Loss of Control
239
Off-Road Driving
239
Driving on Wet Roads
244
Hill and Mountain Roads
244
Winter Driving
245
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
246
Vehicle Load Limits
248
Starting and Operating
252
New Vehicle Break-In
252
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal
252
Ignition Positions (Keyless Access)
253
Ignition Positions (Key Access)
255
Starting the Engine
256
Engine Heater
258
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
259
Shifting Into Park
260
Shifting out of Park
261
Parking over Things That Burn
261
Active Fuel Management®
262
Extended Parking
262
Engine Exhaust
262
Running the Vehicle While Parked
263
Automatic Transmission
263
Manual Mode
266
Tow/Haul Mode
267
Drive Systems
268
Four-Wheel Drive
268
Brakes
273
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
273
Parking Brake
274
Brake Assist
274
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
275
Ride Control Systems
275
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
275
Hill Descent Control (HDC)
277
Magnetic Ride Control
278
Locking Rear Axle
278
Automatic Level Control
278
Cruise Control
279
Adaptive Cruise Control
281
Driver Assistance Systems
288
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing
289
Assistance Systems for Driving
291
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
292
Forward Automatic Braking (FAB)
294
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
295
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
295
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
297
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) (1500 Series)
298
Fuel
299
California Fuel Requirements
300
Fuels in Foreign Countries
300
Fuel Additives
301
E85 or FlexFuel
301
Filling the Tank
302
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
303
Trailer Towing
304
General Towing Information
304
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
304
Towing Equipment
311
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
318
Conversions and Add-Ons
319
Add-On Electrical Equipment
319
Vehicle Care
320
General Information
321
California Proposition 65 Warning
321
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
322
Accessories and Modifications
322
Vehicle Checks
323
Doing Your Own Service Work
323
Hood
323
Engine Compartment Overview
324
Engine Oil
326
Engine Oil Life System
328
Automatic Transmission Fluid
329
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
332
Cooling System
333
Engine Coolant
334
Engine Overheating
337
Engine Fan
338
Power Steering Fluid
339
Washer Fluid
339
Brakes
339
Brake Fluid
340
Battery - North America
341
Four-Wheel Drive
342
Front Axle
342
Rear Axle
343
Noise Control System
344
Starter Switch Check
345
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
345
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
345
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
346
Wiper Blade Replacement
346
Glass Replacement
347
Windshield Replacement
347
Headlamp Aiming
348
Bulb Replacement
348
Halogen Bulbs
348
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting
348
LED Lighting
348
Headlamps
349
Fog Lamps
349
Front Turn Signal Lamps
349
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps
350
License Plate Lamp
351
Replacement Bulbs
352
Electrical System
352
Electrical System Overload
352
Fuses
352
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
353
Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Left)
357
Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Right)
360
Rear Compartment Fuse Block
362
Wheels and Tires
363
Tires
363
All-Season Tires
364
Winter Tires
364
Low-Profile Tires
365
All-Terrain Tires
365
Tire Sidewall Labeling
365
Tire Designations
366
Tire Terminology and Definitions
367
Tire Pressure
370
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation
371
Tire Pressure Monitor System
372
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
373
Tire Inspection
376
Tire Rotation
376
When It Is Time for New Tires
377
Buying New Tires
378
Different Size Tires and Wheels
379
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
380
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
381
Wheel Replacement
381
Tire Chains
382
If a Tire Goes Flat
383
Tire Changing
384
Full-Size Spare Tire
393
Jump Starting
394
Jump Starting - North America
394
Towing the Vehicle
397
Recreational Vehicle Towing
397
Appearance Care
403
Exterior Care
403
Interior Care
407
Floor Mats
410
Service and Maintenance
412
General Information
412
Maintenance Schedule
413
Special Application Services
419
Additional Maintenance and Care
419
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
422
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
422
Maintenance Replacement Parts
423
Maintenance Records
425
Technical Data
426
Vehicle Identification
426
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
426
Service Parts Identification Label
426
Vehicle Data
427
Capacities and Specifications
427
Engine Drive Belt Routing
429
Customer Information
430
Customer Information
430
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
430
Customer Assistance Offices
432
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
433
Online Owner Center
433
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
434
Roadside Assistance Program
434
Scheduling Service Appointments
436
Courtesy Transportation Program
436
Collision Damage Repair
437
Service Publications Ordering Information
439
Radio Frequency Statement
440
Reporting Safety Defects
440
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
440
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
441
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
441
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
441
Event Data Recorders
442
OnStar®
442
Infotainment System
443
OnStar
444
OnStar Overview
444
OnStar Services
445
Emergency
445
Security
445
Navigation
446
Connections
446
Diagnostics
448
OnStar Additional Information
449
Index
454
Index_A
454
Index_B
455
Index_C
455
Index_D
456
Index_E
457
Index_F
457
Index_G
458
Index_H
458
Index_I
459
Index_J
459
Index_K
459
Index_L
459
Index_M
460
Index_N
461
Index_O
461
Index_P
461
Index_R
462
Index_S
463
Index_T
464
Index_U
465
Index_V
465
Index_W
465
2017 Chevrolet Suburban Overview
Introduction
The 2017 Chevrolet Suburban stands as a beacon of luxury and versatility in the full-size SUV segment. With its imposing stature and a refined design, this model embodies a rich blend of contemporary style and family-friendly functionality. Whether navigating urban streets or off-road trails, the Suburban offers a commanding presence and practicality that appeals to a variety of drivers, from busy families to adventurers alike.
Powertrains
Under the hood, the 2017 Chevrolet Suburban packs a formidable 5.3-liter V8 engine, delivering a robust 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque. This engine is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, providing smooth shifts and ample power for towing and acceleration. For those seeking enhanced performance, the Suburban comes equipped with an available 6.2-liter V8 engine in higher trims, producing an exhilarating 420 horsepower. Additionally, an efficient EcoTec3 technology helps optimize fuel efficiency without compromising on power, making it easy to enjoy long road trips.
Trims
The 2017 Suburban is available in several trims, including the LS, LT, and Premier. The LS serves as the base model, yet offers an impressive array of standard features such as a rearview camera, parking sensors, and an excellent infotainment system. The LT adds more luxury with upgraded upholstery, a power liftgate, and advanced safety features, while the Premier trim raises the bar further with amenities like adaptive cruise control, a premium audio system, and premium leather seating.
Features
This SUV is designed with family comfort in mind, featuring spacious seating for up to nine passengers and a generous cargo area. The 2017 Chevrolet Suburban includes a user-friendly Chevrolet MyLink system with a touchscreen interface, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto compatibility for seamless smartphone integration. Convenience is further enhanced by available features such as a rear-seat entertainment system, dual-zone climate control, and advanced safety technologies like forward collision alert and lane keep assist.
Owner's Manual
The owner's manual for the 2017 Chevrolet Suburban is an essential resource for understanding the vehicle’s features, maintenance guidelines, and safety tips. It contains detailed information on each trim level, powertrain configurations, troubleshooting instructions, and recommended service schedules, ensuring that owners can maximize their driving experience while keeping their Suburban in excellent condition.
User manual download
The Chevrolet Suburban owner manual for the 2017 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2017 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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