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Buick 2005 LeSabre, Owner'S Manual

Introducing the Cadillac 2005 LeSabre "Getting To Know Manual" - an essential guide for navigating the features and functions of your vehicle. This comprehensive manual is available for free download at manualshive.com, providing you with the ultimate resource to fully understand and maximize your Cadillac LeSabre experience.

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Outside Curb View Assist Mirror

If your vehicle has the outside curb view assist mirror,
which tips the passenger mirror down while the vehicle is
in REVERSE (R), it can be made active or inactive
through the DIC. When TILT MIRRORS – OFF/ON
appears on the display, use the ENG/MET button to
toggle the arrow between OFF and ON. When you have
made your choice, press the RESET button to record
your selection. For more information on this feature, see
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror on page 2-36.

Driver ID

This feature displays the DRIVER ID, as identified by
the DIC. If this feature is ON, the DRIVER ID will
be displayed every time the ignition is turned on. If the
DRIVER ID is OFF, the DRIVER ID can be displayed
by pressing either a button on the remote keyless entry
transmitter or a memory seat button.

Language Selection

After DRIVER ID has been selected, “Language
English” will be displayed. Pressing the RESET button
selects English as the DIC language and ends
programming. If you prefer the language to be French
or Spanish, press the ENG/MET button when “Language
English” appears on the display. Hold the ENG/MET
button until the desired language is displayed, then
press the RESET button to select that language.

Audio System(s)

Notice: Before adding any sound equipment to
your vehicle, like a tape player, CB radio, mobile
telephone, or two-way radio, make sure that it can
be added by checking with your dealer. Also,
check federal rules covering mobile radio and
telephone units. If sound equipment can be added,
it is very important to do it properly. Added
sound equipment may interfere with the operation
of your vehicle’s engine, radio, or other systems,
and even damage them. Your vehicle’s systems may
interfere with the operation of sound equipment
that has been added improperly.

Figure out which audio system is in your vehicle, find
out what your audio system can do, and how to operate
all of its controls.

Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory
Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be
played even after the ignition is turned off. See Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-23 for more
information.

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Summary of Contents for 2005 LeSabre

Page 1: ...and Indicators 3 33 Driver Information Center DIC 3 47 Audio System s 3 56 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 36 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Headlamp Aiming 5 45 Bulb Replacement 5 48 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 53 Tires 5 54 Appearance Care 5 78 Vehicle Identification 5 87 Electrical Sy...

Page 2: ...his manual in the vehicle Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle If this is done it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle Pictures and words work...

Page 3: ...ION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you do not you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Do Not Do Not do this or Do Not let this happen iii ...

Page 4: ...o warning labels on the vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you need help figuring out a specific name of a component gage or indicator reference the f...

Page 5: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle v ...

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...ildren 1 31 Child Restraint Systems 1 34 Where to Put the Restraint 1 37 Top Strap 1 38 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 39 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 40 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 42 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 42 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position 1 44 Securing a Child Restraint in the...

Page 8: ... the bar Try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place Power Seats If your vehicle has this feature the control for the power seat is located on the outboard side of each front seat To adjust the power seats do the following Raise or lower the front of the seat cushion by pressing the forward edge of the control up or down Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushio...

Page 9: ...umbar control is located on the outboard side of each front seat Use the power seat control first to get the proper position Then continue with the lumbar adjustment To reshape the lower seatback press the lumbar control forward to increase support and rearward to decrease support Press the control up or down to raise or lower the support mechanism Keep in mind that as your seating position change...

Page 10: ...button turns the feature off The low setting warms the seatback and cushion until the seat nears body temperature The high setting heats the seat to a slightly higher temperature The heated seats can be used only while the ignition is turned on When the ignition is turned off the heating element is also turned off Reclining Seatbacks If your vehicle has the manual recliner lift the lever on the ou...

Page 11: ...s The shoulder belt can not do its job In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can not do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat...

Page 12: ...ing seats the switch is located on the outboard side of both front seats Press the switch toward the rear of the vehicle to recline the seat and toward the front of the vehicle to raise the seat Do not have the seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving 1 6 ...

Page 13: ...t can not do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Head Restraints Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is ...

Page 14: ...ehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or kille...

Page 15: ...rashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work...

Page 16: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 1 10 ...

Page 17: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 11 ...

Page 18: ...upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every airbag system ev...

Page 19: ... to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 1 28 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 31 Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you will want to ...

Page 20: ...e buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even ...

Page 21: ...oo loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 15 ...

Page 22: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 16 ...

Page 23: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which are not as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 17 ...

Page 24: ... across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 18 ...

Page 25: ...t women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in ...

Page 26: ...elt go back all the way and start again If your vehicle has a center passenger position be sure to use the correct buckle when buckling your lap shoulder belt If you find that the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle see if you are using the buckle for the center passenger position Center Front Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has a front bench seat someone can sit in the cente...

Page 27: ...le is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Rear Seat Passengers It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who are not safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And the...

Page 28: ...ck slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 27 Make sure the release button on the buckle is p...

Page 29: ...ing the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 1 23 ...

Page 30: ...t very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle 1 24 ...

Page 31: ...ide better positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and booster seats and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here is how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Remove the guide from...

Page 32: ...ic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 1 26 ...

Page 33: ...safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will order you an extender It is free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults...

Page 34: ...er belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buc...

Page 35: ...or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child i...

Page 36: ...this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 1 30 ...

Page 37: ...hildren ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints Young children should not use the vehicle s adult safety belts alone unless there is no other choice Instead they need to use a child restraint CAUTION People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A baby does not weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy ...

Page 38: ...ble in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different models available When purchasing a child restraint be sure it is designed to be used in a motor...

Page 39: ... always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would...

Page 40: ... or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint 1 34 ...

Page 41: ...ces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 35 ...

Page 42: ...ch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will have a ...

Page 43: ...re a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat CAUTION A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger s airbag if it inflates Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat It is always bett...

Page 44: ...traint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top strap and that the strap be anchored In the United States some child restraints also have a top strap If your...

Page 45: ... itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Top Strap Anchor Location Your vehicle has top strap anchors already installed for the rear seating positions You will find them behind the rear seat on the filler panel Do not secure a child restraint with a top strap in the right front passenger s position if a national or local law requires that the to...

Page 46: ...ng positions This system designed to make installation of child restraints easier does not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead it uses vehicle anchors and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether strap A Lower Anchorage B Lower Anchorage C Top Tether 1 40 ...

Page 47: ...abels are located near the base of all three rear seating positions CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to se...

Page 48: ...ure it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top tether from the top tether anchorage and then disconnect the LATCH attachments from the LATCH anchorages Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 40 See Top Strap on page 1 38 if the child r...

Page 49: ...Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 43 ...

Page 50: ...he way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position CAUTION A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger s airbag if it inflates Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat It is always better to secure a...

Page 51: ...is is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child restraint If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position B...

Page 52: ...he belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 46 ...

Page 53: ...ult or larger child passenger Airbag System Your vehicle has a frontal airbag for the driver and a frontal airbag for the right front passenger Your vehicle may also have a side impact airbag for the driver and another side impact airbag for the right front passenger If your vehicle has a side impact airbag for the driver and or right front passenger the words AIR BAG will appear on the airbag cov...

Page 54: ... severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants frontal airbags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful airbags have provided in the past CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are des...

Page 55: ...gainst or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly ...

Page 56: ...s in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side If your vehicle has one the driver s side impact airbag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door 1 50 ...

Page 57: ...airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering Do not let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact airbag 1 51 ...

Page 58: ...than full deployment For more severe frontal impacts full deployment occurs If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that does not move or deform the threshold level for the reduced deployment is about 10 to 16 mph 18 to 26 km h and the threshold level for a full deployment is about 18 to 24 mph 29 to 38 5 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that...

Page 59: ...ed hardware are all part of the airbag modules Frontal airbag modules are located inside the steering wheel and instrument panel For vehicles with side impact airbags the airbag modules are located in the seatback closest to the driver s and or right front passenger s door How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the ste...

Page 60: ...inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing...

Page 61: ... and diagnostic module which records information after a crash See Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders on page 7 9 Let only qualified technicians work on your airbag system Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Notice If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s airbag or the airbag covering on ...

Page 62: ...he airbag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other l...

Page 63: ...tched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH s...

Page 64: ... NOTES 1 58 ...

Page 65: ...cle Break In 2 21 Ignition Positions 2 22 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 23 Starting Your Engine 2 23 Engine Coolant Heater 2 24 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 25 Parking Brake 2 27 Shifting Into Park P 2 28 Shifting Out of Park P 2 30 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 30 Engine Exhaust 2 31 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 31 Mirrors 2 32 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 32 Automatic Dimming Rea...

Page 66: ...Storage Areas 2 43 Glove Box 2 43 Center Console Storage Area 2 43 Convenience Net 2 43 Sunroof 2 44 Vehicle Personalization 2 45 Memory Seat and Mirrors 2 45 Section 2 Features and Controls 2 2 ...

Page 67: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 3 ...

Page 68: ... The key will have PK3 stamped on it Keep the bar code tag that came with the original keys Give this tag to your dealer if you need a new key made Any new PASS Key III key must be programmed before it will start your vehicle See PASS Key III on page 2 19 for more information on programming your new key If your vehicle is equipped with the OnStar System with an active subscription and you lock you...

Page 69: ...ause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this Check the distanc...

Page 70: ...l of the doors See Security Feedback later in this section Pressing the unlock button may also illuminate the interior lamps See Entry Lighting on page 3 18 Q Lock Press this button to lock all doors V Trunk Press this button to unlock the trunk when the ignition is in OFF It will also work when the ignition is on but only while the transaxle is in PARK P or NEUTRAL N L Instant Alarm Press this bu...

Page 71: ... page 3 51 for each individual feature listed above Security Feedback This feature provides feedback when the vehicle receives a command from the remote keyless entry transmitter Feedback is only provided if all doors are closed the ignition is off and the Retained Accessory Power RAP is inactive One of the following modes may be selected for each transmitter Mode 1 No feedback when locking or unl...

Page 72: ...de selected This procedure only changes the mode for the transmitter used to change this setting To verify the mode selected remove the key from the ignition and close all of the doors after you have exited the vehicle Press the lock button on the transmitter to be verified and confirm the appropriate feedback Repeat with the unlock button Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless...

Page 73: ...c from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery do the following 1 Insert a coin or similar object into the notch near the key ring Turn it counterclockwise to separate the two halves of the transmitter 2 Once the transmitter is separated use a pencil eraser to remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 3 Remove and replace the battery as the ...

Page 74: ...can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock or unlock the doors If your vehicle has a content theft deterrent system use the key or remote keyless entry tran...

Page 75: ...fully closed the DIC will display a DOOR AJAR message See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 47 Delayed Locking This feature lets the driver delay the actual locking of the vehicle When the driver s power door lock switch or remote keyless entry lock button is pressed with the key removed from the ignition and the driver s door open a chime will sound three times to signal that the delayed lo...

Page 76: ...d to change this setting Programmable Automatic Door Locks Close the doors and turn the ignition to RUN Every time you move the shift lever out of PARK P all of the doors will lock And every time you stop and move the shift lever into PARK P the doors will unlock If someone needs to get out while you re not in PARK P have that person use the manual door lock control or power door lock switch When ...

Page 77: ...ll advance by one going from 3 to 0 to 1 etc The door locks will cycle according to the mode entered while customizing the memory door locks Mode 0 has no feedback 5 Release the power door lock switch The automatic door locks will remain in the most recent mode selected This procedure only changes the mode for the transmitter used to change this setting Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle is equ...

Page 78: ...k if the key is in the ignition and a door is open You can override this feature by holding the driver s side power door lock switch for more than three seconds Trunk CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You cannot see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the trunk lid open o...

Page 79: ...OCK The VALET key will not work in this procedure Trunk Security Override The remote keyless entry transmitter will unlock the trunk even if the trunk release lockout switch is in LOCK Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice Using the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk may damage it Use the emergency trunk release handle only to help you ope...

Page 80: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 16 ...

Page 81: ...lightly To raise the window push and hold the AUTO control forward Window Lock Out Press the LOCK button on the driver s door armrest to disable all passenger window controls The driver s window controls will still be operable If you have a Driver Information Center DIC you can also set the control to only lock out the rear window controls See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 47 Press the L...

Page 82: ...yless entry transmitter the alarm will go off Your vehicle s lamps will flash and the horn will sound for 30 seconds The lamps and horn will then turn off to save battery power Remember the content theft deterrent system will not activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock It activates only if you use a power door lock switch with a door open or with the remote keyless en...

Page 83: ... should be serviced by an authorized service center PASS Key III Your PASS Key III system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference rece...

Page 84: ...nder Turn the ignition off and try again If the engine still does not start and the key appears to be undamaged try another ignition key At this time you may also want to check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 88 If the engine still does not start with the other key your vehicle needs service If your vehicle does start the first key may be faulty See your dealer who can service th...

Page 85: ...ne if you turn it off Your PASS Key III system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key III system at this time If you lose or damage a PASS Key III key see your dealer to have a new key made Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform be...

Page 86: ... vehicle needs service C OFF This position lets you turn off the engine It does not send any power to the accessories The instrument panel cluster will remain powered in OFF to illuminate the gear shift indicator The cluster will also activate the parking brake light when the parking brake is set Use OFF if you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is not running D RUN This is the posi...

Page 87: ...oving use NEUTRAL N only Notice Shifting into PARK P with the vehicle moving could damage the transaxle Shift into PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as the engine gets warm Notice Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will ca...

Page 88: ...ine coolant heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle At temperatures above 32 F 0 C use of the coolant heater is not required To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord The engine coolant he...

Page 89: ...ur vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into Park P on page 2 28 If you are pulling a trailer ...

Page 90: ...rol and hit people or objects Do not shift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine racing may damage the transaxle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Be sure the engine is not racing when shifting your vehicle AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE X This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing an...

Page 91: ...an use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is put in FIRST 1 the transaxle will not shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transaxle If you are stuck do not spin the tires When stopping on a hill use the brakes to hold the vehi...

Page 92: ...see Towing a Trailer on page 4 38 That section explains what to do first to keep the trailer from moving Shifting Into Park P CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle ...

Page 93: ...y from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock T...

Page 94: ...ke application Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still cannot shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to OFF Open and close the driver s door to turn off the RAP feature There is no shift interlock in this key position 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift the transaxle to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the vehicle and then shift...

Page 95: ...Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It is better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know CAUTION Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle See the earlier caution under Engine Exhaust on ...

Page 96: ...railer also see Towing a Trailer on page 4 38 Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror While sitting in a comfortable driving position adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle Grip the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side The control at the bottom of the mirror is the day night feature that allows adjustment to the mirror so that the glare of headlamps from behind ...

Page 97: ... dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Mirror Operation MIRROR Press this button to turn the automatic dimming feature on or off O On Off For mirrors equipped with OnStar controls press and hold this button for several seconds to turn on the automatic dimming feature on or off The indicator lig...

Page 98: ...rors equipped with OnStar controls can be placed in calibration mode by pressing and holding the on off button until a C is shown in the compass display Compass Variance Compass variance is the difference between earth s magnetic north and true geographic north The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if ...

Page 99: ...located on the driver s door armrest Press the left or right side of the L R selector switch located beneath the control pad to choose the left or right mirror To adjust the mirror press one of the four arrows located on the control pad to move the mirror in the direction you want it to go When finished adjusting the mirrors leave the L R selector switch in the center position to prevent unwanted ...

Page 100: ...er s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Outside Automatic Dimming Heated Mirro...

Page 101: ...eek Terms and conditions of the Subscription Service Agreement can be found at www onstar com or www onstarcanada com OnStar Services For new vehicles equipped with OnStar the Safe and Sound Plan is included for the first year You can extend this plan beyond the first year or upgrade to the Directions and Connections Plan to meet your needs For more information press the OnStar button to speak wit...

Page 102: ... 1 888 466 7827 OnStar Virtual Advisor Virtual Advisor is a feature of OnStar Personal Calling that uses minutes to access up to date weather and traffic reports for your area news and sports updates stock quotes entertainment and more You are also able to listen and reply to your E mail through your vehicle s audio system Customize your information profile at www myonstar com See the OnStar user ...

Page 103: ...ner model manufactured before April 1 1982 If you have a newer garage door opener with rolling codes please be sure to follow Steps 6 through 8 to complete the programming of your HomeLink Transmitter Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the HomeLink Transmitter Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you in programming th...

Page 104: ...ry gates and garage door openers may require you to substitute Step 3 with the procedure noted in Gate Operator and Canadian Programming later in this section 4 The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly after HomeLink successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand held transmitter Release both buttons 5 Press and hold the newly trained HomeLink button and observe th...

Page 105: ...erase all previous programming Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission This may not be long enough for HomeLink to pick up the signal during programming Similarly some U S gate operators are manufactured to time out in the same manner If you live in Canada or you are having difficulty...

Page 106: ...ion Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained follow these steps 1 Press and hold the desired HomeLink button Do not release the button 2 The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds While still holding the HomeLink button proceed with Step 2 under Programming HomeLink shown earlier in this section Resetting Defaul...

Page 107: ...he CD storage area place your finger in the oval in the top tray and lift up To access the rear storage area press the lift latch at the front edge of the armrest and pull up Inside are areas which can be used to store a variety of items The back of the console may contain either additional cupholders or air vents for the rear seat passengers You will also find two accessory power outlets located ...

Page 108: ...d to help reduce noise and make passengers more comfortable Express Open When the glass panel is express opening pressing the switch in any direction will stop it in a partially opened position The glass panel may be fully opened by pressing the switch rearward again If you press and hold the switch in the express open position for more than one and a half seconds the express open operation will b...

Page 109: ...ss entry transmitter See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 47 2 Adjust the driver s seat and lumbar position to a safe and comfortable driving position Adjust both outside mirrors to suit you See Outside Power Mirrors on page 2 35 3 Press and hold the MEMORY button 1 or 2 corresponding with your DRIVER displayed on the DIC for longer than three seconds You will hear two beeps confirming that...

Page 110: ...vious steps but start by pressing the unlock button on the transmitter that displays the other DRIVER on the DIC Be sure to use the MEMORY button which corresponds to the DRIVER identified by the other transmitter To recall the exit position your vehicle must be in PARK P Push and release the EXIT button and the seat will move to the exit position previously stored for the current identified drive...

Page 111: ...ting 3 18 Perimeter Lighting 3 18 Front Reading Lamps 3 19 Battery Load Management 3 20 Inadvertent Power Battery Saver 3 20 Head Up Display HUD 3 20 Accessory Power Outlets 3 22 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter 3 23 Climate Controls 3 24 Climate Control System 3 24 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 3 27 Outlet Adjustment 3 31 Steering Wheel Climate Controls 3 31 Climate Controls Personalization...

Page 112: ... 3 51 Audio System s 3 56 Setting the Time 3 57 Radio with CD 3 57 Radio with Cassette and CD 3 65 Trunk Mounted CD Changer 3 77 Personal Choice Radio Controls 3 80 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 81 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 81 Radio Reception 3 82 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3 83 Care of Your CDs 3 84 Care of Your CD Player 3 84 Diversity Antenna System 3 84 XM Satellite Radio Antenna Syst...

Page 113: ... NOTES 3 3 ...

Page 114: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 115: ... Warning Flashers on page 3 6 F Instrument Panel Cluster See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3 33 G Traction Control Button If Equipped See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 9 H Exterior Lamp Buttons See Exterior Lamps on page 3 14 I Head Up Display HUD Controls If Equipped See Head Up Display HUD on page 3 20 J Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 11 K Parking Brake See Parking Brake on p...

Page 116: ...ashers are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on your steering wheel pad to sound the horn Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the highest level to gi...

Page 117: ... Washer on page 3 10 For more information on exterior lamps see Exterior Lamps on page 3 14 Turn and Lane Change Signals To signal a turn move the lever on the left side of the steering wheel all the way up or down The lever returns automatically when the turn is complete An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change If your vehicle is equipped wit...

Page 118: ...ff the chime move the turn signal lever to the off position Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam or high beam to low beam pull the turn signal lever toward you and release it While the high beams are on this light located on the instrument panel cluster will also be on If your vehicle is equipped with the Head Up Display HUD this symbol will also appear...

Page 119: ...or A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Keep in mind that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Rainsense II Wipers If your vehicle has this feature...

Page 120: ...e system can be overridden at any time by manually changing the wiper control to LO or HI speed Notice Do not place stickers or other items on the exterior glass surface directly in front of the rain sensor Doing this could cause the rain sensor to malfunction Windshield Washer At the top of the turn signal multifunction lever there is a paddle with the word PUSH on it To spray washer fluid on the...

Page 121: ...e you cannot drive safely at a steady speed So do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the optional traction control system begins ...

Page 122: ...ST button and the CRUISE light on the instrument panel cluster will illuminate 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course shuts off the cruise control But you do not need to reset it Once you are going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can briefly press the RESUME ACCEL resume acc...

Page 123: ...y Each time you do this you will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness o...

Page 124: ...wipers have been in use for about six seconds To operate the wiper activated headlamps the Twilight Sentinel must be on See Twilight Sentinel on page 3 16 for more information If the wiper activated headlamps are on and the ignition switch is turned to RUN the wiper activated headlamps will continue When you turn the key to OFF the wiper activated headlamps will immediately turn off The wiper acti...

Page 125: ...PARK P When the DRL are on only your low beam headlamps will be on The parking lamps taillamps sidemarker and other lamps will not be on When it is dark enough outside your low beam headlamps will come on The other lamps that turn on with your headlamps will also turn on When it is bright enough outside the regular lamps will go off and your low beam headlamps change to the reduced brightness of D...

Page 126: ...econds to three minutes The exterior lamps can be completely shut off while the vehicle is in PARK P by sliding the Twilight Sentinel lever all the way to OFF To turn the exterior lamps back on slide the lever toward MAX again or shift out of PARK P Park Lamp Override Feature If the Twilight Sentinel lighting is active it can be disabled by manually turning on the parking lamps The lighting will b...

Page 127: ...e manual control to turn the lamps back on after the ignition is turned to LOCK and any door is opened To delay the lamps from turning off see Twilight Sentinel on page 3 16 Instrument Panel Brightness The lever for this feature is located to the left of the steering column The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted by sliding the INTERIOR lever from LO to HI The instrument pane...

Page 128: ...feature allows for a three to five second fade out of the courtesy lamps instead of immediate turn off Delayed Exit Lighting If it is dark enough outside when you remove the key from the ignition the interior lamps will turn on and stay on for about 25 seconds This will give you time to find the door pull handle or lock switches Once the key is inserted into the ignition the exit lighting will be ...

Page 129: ... Press and hold LOCK on the power door lock switch throughout this procedure All the doors will lock 3 Press the instant alarm on the transmitter Perimeter lighting now remains off at this time and the horn will chirp one time 4 Press the instant alarm on the transmitter again Perimeter lighting is now enabled and the horn will chirp two times 5 Release the door lock switch The perimeter lighting ...

Page 130: ...ertent Power Battery Saver This feature is designed to protect your vehicle s battery against drainage from the interior lamps or garage door opener When the ignition is turned off the power to these features will automatically turn off after 10 minutes Power will be restored for an additional 10 minutes if any door is opened the trunk is opened or the courtesy lamp switch is turned on Head Up Dis...

Page 131: ...ee something important such as a warning light Notice If you try to use the HUD image as a parking aid you may misjudge the distance and damage your vehicle Do not use the HUD image as a parking aid The HUD controls are located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel 1 Start your engine and slide the HUD dimmer lever to HI The brightness of the HUD image is determined by an inter...

Page 132: ...pray household glass cleaner on a soft clean cloth Gently wipe and dry the HUD lens Do not spray cleaner directly on the lens to avoid cleaner leaking inside the unit If the ignition is in RUN and you cannot see the HUD image check to see if Something is covering the HUD unit The HUD dimmer lever is adjusted properly The HUD image is adjusted to the proper height A fuse is blown See Fuses and Circ...

Page 133: ... the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Pull down the front center tray to reveal the front ashtray cigarette lighter and accessory power outlet The front center and rear ashtrays can be removed for cleanin...

Page 134: ...de air and odors from entering your vehicle or to help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly Press this button to turn the recirculation mode on or off When the button is pressed an indicator light will come on You cannot use RECIRC with FRONT Defrost or BLEND VENT This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets HTR Heater This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlet...

Page 135: ...d toward the windshield Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to the floor outlets The air conditioning compressor is on in this mode On hot days open the windows to let hot inside air escape then close them This helps to reduce the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down It also helps the system to operate more efficiently For quick cool down on hot days do the following ...

Page 136: ... recirculation and run the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing Recirculation cannot be selected while in FRONT defrost mode Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window REAR Rear Window Defogger Press this button to turn the rear w...

Page 137: ... will not go into automatic mode In cold weather the system will start at reduced fan speeds to avoid blowing cold air into your vehicle until warmer air is available The system will start out blowing air at the floor but may change modes automatically as the vehicle warms up to maintain the chosen temperature setting The length of time needed for warm up will depend on the outside temperature and...

Page 138: ...s most of the airflow to the windshield with some airflow to the outboard outlets for the side windows and the floor outlets MID This mode directs airflow through the instrument panel outlets MID FLOOR This mode directs airflow through both the floor and the instrument panel outlets There is also a small amount of air directed to the windshield and the outboard outlets for the side windows FLOOR T...

Page 139: ...r vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine This is normal Sensors The solar sensor on your vehicle monitors the solar radiation and the air inside of your vehicle then uses the information to maintain the selected temperature by initiating needed adjustments to the temperature the fan speed and the air delivery system The system may also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle fac...

Page 140: ...from the surface of the mirror when the rear window defogger button is pressed Notice Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window may damage the rear window defogger Repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not clear the inside of the rear window with sharp objects Passenger Temperature Control If your vehicle has this feature then the driver and the front seat pass...

Page 141: ...rom the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into your vehicle Use of non GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively Steering Wheel Climate Controls If your vehicle has this feature you can control the temperat...

Page 142: ...at passenger For information on how to do this see Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 3 27 2 Locate memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver s door armrest 3 Press the memory button on the door panel that corresponds to the number on the back of the transmitter you are programming until you hear two beeps The beeps confirm that your selection has been saved and can now be recalled For more ...

Page 143: ...f your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there is a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous...

Page 144: ... is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages Standard Cluster United States version shown Canada similar 3 34 ...

Page 145: ...Cluster With Tachometer United States version shown Canada similar 3 35 ...

Page 146: ...reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer A trip odometer can tell you how far you have driven since you last set it to zero To reset it push the TRIP RESET button If your vehicle is equipped with a DIC see Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 47 for information on resetting the trip odometer Tachometer If your vehicle has this feature the tachometer tells you how fast the engin...

Page 147: ...dy If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the airbag system may not be working properly The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate witho...

Page 148: ...all accessories and set the climate control system to OFF Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there is a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on ...

Page 149: ...ill on after you have pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system the light s will come on when your engine is started and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light stays on turn the ignition to OFF Or if the light comes on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the...

Page 150: ... the button located on the end of the gearshift lever the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on press the button again The warning light should go off See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 9 for more information If there s a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come...

Page 151: ...Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent This may prevent more serious damage to your veh...

Page 152: ...ases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Diagnosis and service may be required Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Diagnosis and service may be required If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle Reducing vehicle speed Avoiding hard accelerations Avoiding steep ...

Page 153: ...d turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 5 Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions ...

Page 154: ...l systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness your GM dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection Oil Pressure Light If your vehicle has the standard instrument panel cluster this light will come on if there is a problem with your vehicle s engine oil pressur...

Page 155: ...ce schedule in this manual for changing engine oil Security Light Your vehicle may have a content theft deterrent alarm system With this system the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door if your ignition is off For more information see Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 18 Cruise Control Light The CRUISE light comes on when you set the vehicle s cruise control For more information see Cruis...

Page 156: ...intain top vehicle performance This light will come on briefly when the ignition is turned on to show that it is working properly Fuel Gage The fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in your tank It works only when the ignition is on When the indicator moves to the edge of the low fuel warning band the low fuel warning light will come on and a chime will sound You still have a little fuel left but...

Page 157: ...Information Center DIC The DIC will display information about how your vehicle is functioning as well as warning messages if a system problem is detected This feature also allows two different drivers to store and recall their own personal choice settings See DIC Controls and Displays on page 3 47 for more information DIC Controls and Displays When you turn the ignition on the DIC will display you...

Page 158: ...rmation Press this button to display fuel information Press the FUEL INFO button until the display shows FUEL ECONOMY AVERAGE Average fuel economy is viewed as a long term approximation of your overall driving conditions To learn the average fuel economy from a new starting point press the RESET button while the average fuel economy is displayed in the DIC Press the FUEL INFO button until the disp...

Page 159: ...ps below 10 5 volts the display will show BATTERY STATE LOW If the voltage is above 16 2 volts the display will show BATTERY STATE HIGH If the display shows the high or low message you need to have your battery and charging system checked See your GM dealer Press the GAGE INFO button until OIL LIFE INDEX appears in the display The OIL LIFE INDEX NORMAL display will show an estimate of the oil s re...

Page 160: ...s Release the FUEL INFO and RESET buttons when the desired language is displayed All DIC messages will now be in the selected language Language selection can also be done through the DIC Personal Choice Programming See Language Selection under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 51 DIC Warnings and Messages Other messages or warnings may appear in the DIC display For Canadian drivers in addition...

Page 161: ... you should continue to steer in the direction you want to go The system is designed to help you in bad weather or other difficult driving situations by making the most of whatever road conditions will permit If the STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE message comes on you will know that something has caused your vehicle to start to spin so you should consider slowing down DIC Vehicle Personalization The DIC c...

Page 162: ... you would like to exit the selection mode without moving through each of the personal choice features simply press a different button on the DIC or turn off the ignition Whatever personal choices you made will still be retained even without passing through each of the features In order for your personal choices to save you must press RESET after making your selections If you happen to move past a...

Page 163: ...he display between the selections by pressing the ENG MET button 2 Once you have made your selection press the RESET button and your choice will be retained in memory See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2 12 for more information about this feature Window Lock Out The number of passenger windows locked out by the window LOCK switch can be programmed through the DIC If you choose R PASS al...

Page 164: ... your vehicle If you choose ON for KEYLESS FEEDBACK and ON for HORN FEEDBACK your horn will chirp when all doors are unlocked and when locking your vehicle If you choose ON for KEYLESS LIGHTS and HORN FEEDBACK your exterior lamps will flash twice at the first unlock button press your exterior lamps will flash twice and the horn will chirp once at the second unlock button press and the exterior lam...

Page 165: ...d your choice and move on to the next personal choice feature Memory Seats If your vehicle has this feature the memory seat and mirror positions will be recalled for the identified driver when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to enter the vehicle You can program this feature to be active by choosing ON when the SEAT RECALL choice appears or inactive by choosing OFF when the SEAT RECALL...

Page 166: ...s programming If you prefer the language to be French or Spanish press the ENG MET button when Language English appears on the display Hold the ENG MET button until the desired language is displayed then press the RESET button to select that language Audio System s Notice Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio make sure that ...

Page 167: ...g Radio Data System RDS information press and hold H and M at the same time until TIME UPDATED appears on the display If the time is not available from the station NO UPDATE will appear on the display RDS time is broadcast once a minute After tuning to an RDS broadcast station it may take a few minutes for the time to update Radio with CD Playing the Radio PWR Power Push this knob to turn the syst...

Page 168: ...press and hold either SEEK arrow for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning To scan preset stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for more than four seconds until PSCAN and the preset number appear on the display You will hear a double beep The radio will go...

Page 169: ...ical Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Then turn the AUDIO knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers A bar graph with indicators will show how the sound is balanced To adjust the fade between the front and the rear speakers push and release the A...

Page 170: ...ers will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast Finding a Program Type PTY Station To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press P TYP to activate program type select mode The PTY symbol will appear on the display 2 Turn the AUDIO knob to sel...

Page 171: ...ns of local or national emergencies When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station ALERT will appear on the display You will hear the announcement even if the volume is low or a CD is playing If a CD is playing play will stop during the announcement Alert announcements cannot be turned off ALERT will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system This feature is not supp...

Page 172: ... the volume is low The radio will interrupt the play of a CD if the last tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements and the brackets are displayed Radio Messages CAL CALIBRATE The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL appears on the display it means that the radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the dealer for servic...

Page 173: ...a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume Release this pushbutton to play the passage The elapsed time of the track will appear on the display 4 RDM Random Press this pushbutton to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order Press RDM again to turn off random play EQ Equalizer Press EQ to select an equalization setting while playing a CD The equalization will be set whenever a CD ...

Page 174: ...radio off CDs may be loaded with the ignition or radio off if this button is pressed first CD Messages CHECK CD If this message appears on the radio display it could for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smoother the CD should play The CD is dirty scratched wet or upside d...

Page 175: ...formation that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While the radio is tuned to an RDS station the station name or call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service XM is ...

Page 176: ...ad and wind noise as you drive To use SCV press the TUNE AUDIO knob repeatedly until SPEED VOL appears on the display Turn the TUNE AUDIO knob to select MIN MED or MAX Each higher setting will provide more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds To turn SCV off press the TUNE AUDIO knob repeatedly until SPEED VOL appears on the display Turn the TUNE AUDIO knob until OFF appears on the display...

Page 177: ...at numbered pushbutton is pressed the station that was set will return and the equalization that was selected will be stored for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDIO Push and release AUDIO until BASS MID or TREBLE appears on the display Then turn the AUDIO knob to increase or to decrease If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble To adjus...

Page 178: ...ker controls to the middle position end out of audio mode by waiting five seconds without making any changes Then push and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep ALL CENTERED will appear on the display Finding a Program Type PTY Station To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press P TYP to activate program type select mode P TYPE will appear on the display 2 T...

Page 179: ...T Alert warns of local or national emergencies When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station ALERT will appear on the display You will hear the announcement even if the volume is low or a cassette tape or CD is playing If a cassette tape or CD is playing play will stop during the announcement Alert announcements cannot be turned off ALERT will not be affected by tests of the emerge...

Page 180: ...RAF button to remove the brackets or use the TUNE knob or the SEEK arrows to go to a station that supports traffic announcements If no station is found NO TRAFFIC will appear on the display The radio will play the traffic announcements even if the volume is low The radio will interrupt the play of a cassette tape or CD if the last tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements This function does n...

Page 181: ...pen area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly CH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer ass...

Page 182: ...ive The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced check with your GM dealer Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate the ...

Page 183: ... will play while the tape reverses Press this pushbutton again to return to playing speed 2 Forward Press this pushbutton to quickly advance the tape The radio will play while the tape advances Press this pushbutton again to return to playing speed 6 SIDE Press this pushbutton to play the other side of the tape SEEK The tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for se...

Page 184: ...is working properly BROKEN TAPE This message is displayed when the tape is broken Try a new tape CLEAN PLAYER If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but it should be cleaned as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player on page 3 83 If the cassette tape is not playing correct...

Page 185: ...bels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section 1s Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume Release this pushbutton to play the passage 2 Forward Press and hold this pushbutton to advance quickly within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume R...

Page 186: ... this button located next to the CD slot to eject a tape Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the ignition and radio off if you press this button first CD Messages CHECK CD If this message appears on the radio display and or the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smoothe...

Page 187: ...ur vehicle has the optional CD changer do not put heavy objects in the trunk You must first load the magazine with CDs before you can play a CD Each of the 12 trays holds one CD Slide the button on the top of the magazine and gently pull out one of the trays Load the trays from top to bottom placing a CD on the tray label side up If you load a CD with the label side down the CD will not play and a...

Page 188: ...e way to the right When the door is closed the changer will begin checking for CDs in the magazine This will continue for up to one and a half minutes depending on the number of CDs loaded To eject the magazine from the player slide the CD changer door all the way open The magazine will automatically eject Remember to keep the door closed whenever possible to keep dirt and dust from getting inside...

Page 189: ...on the display 4 RDM Random Press this pushbutton to listen to the tracks on all of the loaded CDs in random rather than sequential order RAND will appear on the display Press RDM again to turn off random play 6 SIDE Press this pushbutton to select the next CD in the magazine Each time you press SIDE the CD number will appear on the display DISP Display Press this button to see how long the curren...

Page 190: ...he air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again E34 The CD changer door is open Completely close the door to restore normal operation E35 An empty magazine is inserted in the CD changer Try the magazine again with a CD loaded on one of the trays If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If the radio displays an error message other than the er...

Page 191: ...y armed when it is put into the vehicle for the first time When the ignition is turned off the blinking red light indicates that THEFTLOCK is armed If THEFTLOCK is activated the radio will not operate if stolen The radio will display LOCKED and a red LED indicator light will come on above the key symbol to indicate a locked condition If this occurs the radio will need to be returned to your GM dea...

Page 192: ...up or down arrow to increase or to decrease the volume Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other Static can occur on AM stations caused by things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise FM Stereo FM stereo will give the best sound but FM si...

Page 193: ...tape player For best results use a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer The cut tape detection feature of the cassette tape player may identify the cleaning cassette tape as a damaged tape in error If the cleaning cassette ejects insert the cass...

Page 194: ...tion Also for proper radio reception the antenna connectors at the top center of the front and rear windows need to be properly attached to the posts on the glass Notice Do not apply aftermarket glass tinting with metallic film The metallic film in some tinting materials will interfere with or distort the incoming radio reception Any damage caused to your backglass antenna due to metallic tinting ...

Page 195: ...me producer To change the volume level press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio power off The chime volume level will change from the normal level to loud and LOUD will appear on the radio display To change back to the default or normal setting press and hold pushbutton 6 again The chime level will change from the loud level to normal and NORMAL will appear on the radio displ...

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Page 197: ...Loss of Control 4 14 Driving at Night 4 16 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 17 City Driving 4 20 Freeway Driving 4 21 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 22 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 24 Winter Driving 4 25 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 30 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 30 Loading Your Vehicle 4 31 Towing 4 36 Towing Your Vehicle 4 36 Recreational Vehicle Towi...

Page 198: ... driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with resulting injury Ask a passenger to help do things like this or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself These simple defensive driving techniques ...

Page 199: ...drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 lb 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0 06 percent The pe...

Page 200: ...els above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision At a BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 times greater The...

Page 201: ... or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go They are the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road Sometimes as when you are driving on snow or ice it is easy to ask more of those control systems than t...

Page 202: ...he road whether it is pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Yo...

Page 203: ...t your brake pedal moves a little This is normal If there is a problem with the anti lock brake system this warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light on page 3 39 Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes and continue braking Here is what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slow...

Page 204: ...l or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Do not pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may hear the anti lock pump or mo...

Page 205: ...gain you may re engage the cruise control See Cruise Control on page 3 11 This light should come on briefly when you start the engine If it stays on or comes on while you are driving there is a problem with your traction control system See Traction Control System TCS Warning Light on page 3 40 When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly The tr...

Page 206: ...ning you can steer but it will take much more effort Steering Tips Driving on Curves It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here is why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it poss...

Page 207: ...d to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than br...

Page 208: ...od reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle...

Page 209: ...t is all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you are following a larger vehicle Also you will ...

Page 210: ... ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency do not give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Ski...

Page 211: ...y System Active Message under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 50 Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with red...

Page 212: ...adlamps behind you Since you cannot see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you are tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these difference...

Page 213: ...e inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly f...

Page 214: ...ow signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you cannot try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They will not work as well in...

Page 215: ... deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you cannot avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing w...

Page 216: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 21 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Page 217: ...nce there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly...

Page 218: ...do not plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it is ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you will find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They will be ready and...

Page 219: ...t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instrumen...

Page 220: ...d also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill CAUTION If you do not shift down your brakes could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even...

Page 221: ...ane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones a falling rocks area or wi...

Page 222: ...t or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You will have a lot less traction or grip and will need to be very careful ...

Page 223: ... a traction control system accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have the anti lock braking system you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pav...

Page 224: ...mon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep ...

Page 225: ...long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close th...

Page 226: ...ansaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 4 30 For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 68 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels If your vehicle has traction control you should turn your traction control sys...

Page 227: ...r the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar With the d...

Page 228: ...r vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the ...

Page 229: ...ant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 5 750 lbs 340 kg C Available Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Example 1 Example 2 4 33 ...

Page 230: ...ngers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Label A vehicle specific Certification label is attached to the rear edge of the driver s door It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross ...

Page 231: ... put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they will keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the trunk of your vehicle In a trunk put them as far forward as you can Try...

Page 232: ...rposes such as behind a motorhome see Recreational Vehicle Towing following Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground and dolly towing towing your vehicle with two wheels ...

Page 233: ...towed See Before Leaving on a Long Trip on page 4 22 Dinghy Towing Notice If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground the drivetrain components could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground If your vehicle must be towed you shou...

Page 234: ...information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling acceleration braking durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That is the reason for this part In it are many time tested important trailering tips and s...

Page 235: ...ore than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerations have to do with weight The weight of the trailer The weight of the trailer tongue The total weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh more than 1 000 lbs 450 kg But even that can be too heavy It depends on how you plan to use your rig For ex...

Page 236: ...s are proper If they are not you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires Be sure your vehicle s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires You will find these numbers on the Tire Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 Then be sure you do not go over the GVW limit for your vehicle includi...

Page 237: ...r s side rear lamp connector This connector is located under the carpet on the rear corner of the trunk compartment Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you will want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the veh...

Page 238: ...s When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and or extra wiring Check with your dealer The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you are about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrume...

Page 239: ... You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here is how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but do not shift into PARK P yet 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the whe...

Page 240: ...trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil drive belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review this information before you start your trip Check perio...

Page 241: ...ing Fluid 5 34 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 34 Brakes 5 35 Battery 5 38 Jump Starting 5 40 Headlamp Aiming 5 45 Headlamp Horizontal Aiming 5 46 Headlamp Vertical Aiming 5 47 Bulb Replacement 5 48 Halogen Bulbs 5 48 Headlamps 5 49 Front Turn Signal Lamps 5 50 Taillamps Turn Signal and Stoplamps 5 50 Taillamps and Back Up Lamps 5 51 Replacement Bulbs 5 53 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 53 Tires 5...

Page 242: ...3 Finish Care 5 83 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 83 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 84 Tires 5 84 Sheet Metal Damage 5 85 Finish Damage 5 85 Underbody Maintenance 5 85 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 85 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 86 Vehicle Identification 5 87 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 87 Service Parts Identification Label 5 87 Electrical System 5 88 Add On Electrical Equipment 5 8...

Page 243: ...want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Engine exhaust many parts and systems including some inside the vehicle many fluids and some component wear by products contai...

Page 244: ... 56 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Part E Maintenance Record on page 6 25 CAUTION You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you att...

Page 245: ...f your vehicle Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine A little pinging noise when you accelerate or drive uphill is considered normal This does not indicate a...

Page 246: ...d repairs may not be covered by your warranty Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing your emission control system to work properly In most cases you should not have to add anything to your fuel However some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of addi...

Page 247: ...rd to find Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by your warranty To check the fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you will be driving Filling Your Tank CAUTION Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can caus...

Page 248: ...spill fuel and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds afte...

Page 249: ...OSE CHECK CAP message will be displayed if the fuel cap is not properly installed CAUTION If a fire starts while you are refueling do not remove the nozzle Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant Leave the area immediately Notice If you need a new fuel cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one for you If you get the wrong type it may...

Page 250: ...fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things th...

Page 251: ...e floor 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release The hood latch is located under the hood near the center and at the front edge of the grille 3 Lift up on the latch as you lift up on the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly 5 11 ...

Page 252: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the engine you will see the following 5 12 ...

Page 253: ...age 5 35 K Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 Engine Oil If the ENGINE OIL LOW CHECK LEVEL DIC message appears on the instrument cluster it means you need to check your engine oil level right away For more information see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 50 You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder Checking Engine Oil It is a go...

Page 254: ...that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range in the cross hatched area Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are through What Kind of Engine Oil...

Page 255: ...l has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container Notice Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engin...

Page 256: ...ularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle The vehicle is used for delivery service police taxi or other commercial application Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to break down sooner If any one of these is true fo...

Page 257: ...rained service people who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level If the system is ever reset accidentally you must change your oil at 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last oil change Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System The...

Page 258: ...o streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer a service station or a local recycling center for help Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine air cleaner filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspect t...

Page 259: ... the following 1 Lift the latches on the engine air cleaner filter housing cover 2 Remove the air intake hose that is snapped over the throttle body by pulling the hose upward and away from the throttle body which is located near the top of the engine 5 19 ...

Page 260: ...ack the entire rear portion of the engine air cleaner filter housing by pulling upward and rearward 5 Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 6 Reinstall the rear section of the engine air cleaner filter housing 7 Reconnect the electrical connector 8 Reattach the air intake hose by snapping it back onto the throttle body 9 Refasten the latches to the engine air cleaner filter housing cove...

Page 261: ...ir cleaner filter in place when you are driving Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32...

Page 262: ...n driving When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C At high speed for quite a while In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C to 93 C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it is colder than 50 F 1...

Page 263: ... Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location 1 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the cross hatched area 4 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way...

Page 264: ...el is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a pr...

Page 265: ... you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer check your cooling system Notice If you use the proper coolant you do not have to add extr...

Page 266: ...ylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator For information on how to add coolant to the radiator see Cooling System on page 5 28 Radiator Pressure Cap Notice The radiator cap on your vehicle is a pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine ...

Page 267: ...anty If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you Climb a long hill on a hot day Stop after high speed driving Idle for long periods in traffic Tow a trailer If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 In heavy tr...

Page 268: ... electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark when the en...

Page 269: ... addition the engine coolant may require changing sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in your vehicle How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can ...

Page 270: ... coolant recovery tank is at the FULL COLD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there is one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiat...

Page 271: ... but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap 3 Remove the 3800 Series II V6 engine cover shield to access the bleed valve 3 1 Clean the area around the engine oil fill tube and cap before removing Twist the oil fill tube with cap attached counterclockwise and remove it 3 2 If you have the supercharged engine remove the nut in the center of the cover shield 3 3 Lift the engine cover sh...

Page 272: ...er DEX COOL coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 24 for more information about the proper coolant mixture If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed valve close the valve Otherwise close the valve after the radiator is filled 6 Rinse or wipe any spilled coolant from the engine and the compartment 5 32 ...

Page 273: ...ULL COLD mark 9 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off 10 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans 11 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler ne...

Page 274: ...cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Part D Recommended Fluids a...

Page 275: ...zing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full Do not use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the reservoir There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservo...

Page 276: ...do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 24 Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not...

Page 277: ...rake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications Brake linings...

Page 278: ...one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco replacement battery Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling The battery is located under the rear seat cushion To access the battery see Removing t...

Page 279: ...f you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you are not careful See Jump Starting on page 5 40 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Also for your audio system see Th...

Page 280: ...d it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the ve...

Page 281: ... and help save both batteries And it could save the radio 4 Open the hood on the other vehicle and locate the positive and negative terminal locations on that vehicle You will not see the battery of your vehicle under the hood It is located under the rear passenger s seat You will not need to access the battery for jump starting The remote positive terminal is for that purpose See Engine Compartme...

Page 282: ... and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positi...

Page 283: ...ng until the next step The other end of the negative cable does not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there and the ch...

Page 284: ...ve and Remote Negative Terminals C Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 ...

Page 285: ...ur headlamps as described in the following procedure Notice To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly read all the instructions before beginning Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts The vehicle should be properly prepared as follows The vehicle should be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft 7 6 m from a light colored wall or other flat surface The vehicle mus...

Page 286: ...re If you believe your headlamps need only vertical up down adjustment follow only the vertical aiming procedure Adjustment screws can be turned with an E8 Torx socket or T15 Torx screwdriver Headlamp Horizontal Aiming To adjust the horizontal aim do the following 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 11 for more information 2 Locate the horizontal aiming screw A 3 Turn the horizontal aiming ...

Page 287: ... distance from the ground to the aim dot on each lamp if left low beam subtract 2 inches 5 cm Record this distance 4 At the wall or other flat surface measure from the ground upward the recorded distance from Step 3 and draw or tape a horizontal line the width of the vehicle 5 Turn on the low beam headlamps Notice Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut off when aiming Covering a headlamp may ...

Page 288: ...ps for the opposite headlamp Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 5 53 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb pa...

Page 289: ...ins are loose 3 Remove the headlamp assembly to access the bulbs 4 Turn the bulb retainer counterclockwise to remove it from the bulb assembly 5 Pull the old bulb straight out from the retainer Push the new bulb straight into the retainer 6 Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to reinstall the headlamp assembly 5 49 ...

Page 290: ...ulling it straight out of the retainer 4 Install the new bulb and turn the bulb assembly back into place Taillamps Turn Signal and Stoplamps 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 2 14 for more information 2 Turn the screws located just inside of the trunk counterclockwise and remove them 3 Remove the plastic trim piece from the trunk 4 Pull the carpet away from the rear area to access the turn signal...

Page 291: ...ket until the bulb clicks into place 11 Turn the bulb socket one quarter turn into the assembly to lock it back into place 12 Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to reinstall the lamp assembly Taillamps and Back Up Lamps 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 2 14 for more information 2 Loosen and remove the seven fasteners that hold the taillamp assembly in place The assembly for both sides is one piece The en...

Page 292: ... out the assembly 4 Push in the tab and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it 5 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out 6 Replace the bulb and reverse the steps to reinstall the assembly 5 52 ...

Page 293: ...ation Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways To replace the wiper blade assembly do the following 1 Lift the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push the tab on the wiper blade assembly and pull the assembly down enough to release it from the U hooked end of the wiper arm Slide the assembly away from the arm 3 Remove the blade 4 To reinstall the wi...

Page 294: ... You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 60 Ove...

Page 295: ... code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT Department of Transportation code is the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire ...

Page 296: ... TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load E Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be inflated to 60 psi 420 kPa For more information on tire pressure and inflation see Inflation Tire Pressure ...

Page 297: ...construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service Description These characters represent the load range and speed rating of the tire The load index represents the load carry capacity a tire is certified to carry The load...

Page 298: ...dards The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number TIN an alphanumeric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle see L...

Page 299: ...re A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Rim A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead Speed Rating An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate Traction The friction between the ...

Page 300: ...ended inflation pressure See Tire and Loading Information Label under Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 Inflation Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively Notice Do not let anyone tell you that under inflation or over inflation is all right It is not If your tires do not have enough air under inflation you can get the following Too much flexing Too much he...

Page 301: ...formation regarding the compact spare tire see Compact Spare Tire on page 5 78 How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are under inflated Check the tire s inflation pressure when the tires are cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitt...

Page 302: ... tire pressure system detects differences in tire rotation speeds that are caused by changes in tire pressure The system can alert you about a low tire but it does not replace normal tire maintenance See Tires on page 5 54 When the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message appears on the Driver Information Center you should stop as soon as you can and check all your tires for damage If a tire is flat see If a T...

Page 303: ...l alert the driver that a tire is low up to a maximum speed of 65 mph 105 km h Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5 000 to 8 000 miles 8 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 64 and Wheel Replacement on page 5 67 for ...

Page 304: ...ure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 70 When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true You can se...

Page 305: ...y an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properl...

Page 306: ...y requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 5 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of ...

Page 307: ...ation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance If you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If...

Page 308: ...cle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 70 for more information Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You can t know how it s been used or how far it s been driven It could fail suddenly and cause a crash If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chai...

Page 309: ... may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without t...

Page 310: ... Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle To be even more certain the vehicle will not move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side at the opposite end of the veh...

Page 311: ... 2 Lift and remove the cover 3 Remove the compact spare tire See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 78 for more information 4 Remove the wing nuts to remove the container that holds the wrench and jack 5 Remove the wheel wrench jack and the spare tire from the trunk The tools you will be using include the jack A and the wheel wrench B 5 71 ...

Page 312: ...ust be removed first by using the flat end of the wheel wrench to pry it off Once the center hub cap has been removed loosen the plastic nut caps with the wheel wrench Once the plastic nut caps have been loosened remove the wheel cover by hand When reinstalling the wheel cover carefully line up the tire valve stem and the notch in the wheel cover 2 Use the wheel wrench to loosen the wheel nuts but...

Page 313: ...he front notch is 8 inches 20 cm back from the front wheel well The rear notch is 3 inches 8 cm forward from the rear wheel well The notches are accessible through openings in the plastic trim at the bottom of the vehicle 6 Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits firmly on the ridge in the vehicle s frame nearest the flat tire Do not raise the vehicle yet 5 73 ...

Page 314: ...ehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 8 Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise in the jack Raise the vehicle far enough so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel wel...

Page 315: ...ire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off 10 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 11 Place the compact spare tire on the wheel mounting surface CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 12 Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the...

Page 316: ...age 5 96 for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 96 for the wheel nut torque specification 14 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence Not...

Page 317: ...at tire in your trunk Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk Store the flat tire as far forward in the trunk as possible Store the jack and wheel wrench in their compartment in the trunk Store the compact spare tire and tools as shown in the diagram A Wrench B Jack C Jack Container D Retainer E Spare Tire Cover F Washer and Retainer The compact spare tire is for temporary...

Page 318: ...in Notice When the compact spare is installed do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Don t use your compact spare on other vehicles And don t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires They won t fit Keep your compact spare tir...

Page 319: ...proved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer Here are some cleaning tips Always read the instructions on the cleaner label Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set Carefully scrape off any excess stain Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn To avoid forming a ring on fabric after spot cleaning clean the en...

Page 320: ...ue cleaning using a clean area of the cloth each time it becomes soiled 6 When the stain is removed blot the cleaned area with another dry clean soft white cloth 7 If the cleaner leaves a ring effect follow up with the club soda water instructions given earlier in this section Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup black coffee egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drink...

Page 321: ...ather Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect the s...

Page 322: ...rect rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely GM approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer See Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 86 Do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed ...

Page 323: ... sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage the vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years To help...

Page 324: ... chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Use chrome polish on chrome wheels only Use chrome polish only on chrome plated wheels but avoid any painted surface of the wheel and buff off immediately after application Notice If you drive your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes you coul...

Page 325: ...ody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your GM dea...

Page 326: ... and grime from chrome wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one easy step no wiping necessary Wa...

Page 327: ...arts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You will find this label on your spare tire cover It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the following VIN Model ...

Page 328: ...r opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sur...

Page 329: ...n Lift the cover to gain access On some vehicles there may be an additional cover that you will need to lift to gain access to the fuses Fuses Usage 1 Not Used 2 Accessory 3 Windshield Wipers 4 Not Used 5 Left Low Beam Headlamp 6 Right Low Beam Headlamp 7 Instrument Panel 8 Powertrain Control Module Battery 9 Right High Beam Headlamp 10 Left High Beam Headlamp 11 Ignition 1 12 Not Used 13 Transaxl...

Page 330: ...oner Clutch Relays Usage 27 High Beam Headlamp 28 Low Beam Headlamp 29 Fog Lamps 30 Daytime Running Lamps 31 Horn 32 Air Conditioner Clutch 33 HVAC Solenoid 34 Accessory Relays Usage 35 Not Used 36 Starter 1 37 Cooling Fan 1 38 Ignition 1 39 Cooling Fan Series Parallel 40 Cooling Fan 2 Circuit Breakers Usage 41 Starter Fuses Usage 42 Not Used 43 Empty 44 ABS 45 Not Used 46 Cooling Fan 1 47 Cooling...

Page 331: ...hion must be removed to access the fuse block See Removing the Rear Seat Cushion following for more information Fuses Usage 1 Fuel Pump 2 HVAC Blower 3 Memory 4 Assembly Line Diagnostic Link 5 Not Used 6 Compact Disc CD 7 Driver s Door Module 8 Air Bag System SIR 9 Not Used 10 Right Parking Lamp 11 Vent Solenoid 5 91 ...

Page 332: ... Power RAP 23 Not Used 24 Not Used 25 Passenger Door Module 26 Body 27 Interior Lamps 28 Not Used 29 Ignition Switch Fuses Usage 30 Instrument Panel 31 Right Front Heated Seat 32 Not Used 33 HVAC 34 Ignition 3 Rear 35 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 36 Turn Signal Hazard 37 HVAC Battery 38 Dimmer Relays Usage 39 Fuel Pump 40 Parking Lamp 41 Ignition 1 42 Rear Fog Lamp 43 Not Used 44 Park 45 Reverse 5 9...

Page 333: ...sy Lamps 54 Not Used 55 Electronic Level Control ELC Circuit Breakers Usage 56 Power Seats 57 Power Windows Relays Usage 58 Not Used 59 Rear Defogger Fuses Usage 60 Not Used 61 Rear Defog 62 Not Used 63 Audio Amplifier 64 Electronic Level Control ELC 65 Not Used 66 Not Used 67 Not Used 68 Not Used 69 Spare 70 Spare 71 Spare 72 Spare 73 Spare 74 Spare 75 Fuse Puller 5 93 ...

Page 334: ...ll up on the front of the cushion to release the front hooks 2 Pull the cushion up and out toward the front of the vehicle To reinstall the rear seat cushion do the following CAUTION A safety belt that is not properly routed through the seat cushion or is twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash If the safety belt has not been routed through the seat cushion at all it will not be ...

Page 335: ... up and under the seatback so the rear locating guides hook into the wire loops on the back frame 3 With the seat cushion lowered push rearward and then press down on the seat cushion until the spring locks on both ends engage 4 Check to make sure the safety belts are properly routed and that no portion of any safety belt is trapped under the seat Also make sure the seat cushion is secured 5 95 ...

Page 336: ...134a 2 2 lbs 1 0 kg Automatic Transaxle 7 4 quarts 7 0 L Engine Cooling System 10 0 quarts 9 5 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 5 quarts 4 3 L Fuel Tank 18 5 gallons 70 0 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 ft lb 140 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission S...

Page 337: ... Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 25096932 A1096C Engine Oil Filter 25010792 PF 47 Fuel Filter 25121293 GF 627 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 25654414 Spark Plugs 12568387 41 101 Transaxle Filter 24206433 Windshield Wiper Blades Hook Type 22 inches 56 0 cm 12463075 5 97 ...

Page 338: ... NOTES 5 98 ...

Page 339: ...ce 6 13 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 18 At Each Fuel Fill 6 18 At Least Once a Month 6 18 At Least Twice a Year 6 19 At Least Once a Year 6 19 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 22 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 22 Exhaust System Inspection 6 22 Fuel System Inspection 6 23 Engine Cooling System Inspection 6 23 Throttle System Inspection 6 23 Brake ...

Page 340: ...e necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid le...

Page 341: ...u have any doubt have a qualified technician do the work If you want to purchase service information see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your ...

Page 342: ...owing and note how you drive If you have questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when to schedule them When you go to your dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use a...

Page 343: ...edule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection Every 45 000 Miles 75 000 km Engine Air Cleaner ...

Page 344: ...Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Spark Plug Wire Inspection Spark Plug Replacement Automatic Transaxle Service normal conditions Every 150 000 Miles 240 000 km Cooling System Service or every 60 months whichever occurs first Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection These intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow t...

Page 345: ...See Engine Oil on page 5 13 It is possible that if you are driving under the best conditions the oil life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year However your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level If the system is ever reset...

Page 346: ...r Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 for more information An Emission Control Service See footnote 18 000 Miles 30 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 63 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 21 000 Miles 35 000 km Change engi...

Page 347: ...tion on page 5 63 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 39 000 Miles 65 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 42 000 Miles 70 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection ...

Page 348: ...tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 63 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 57 000 Miles 95 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnot...

Page 349: ...ission Control Service See footnote Inspect engine air cleaner filter If necessary replace the filter If vehicle is driven in dusty dirty conditions inspect filter at every engine oil change See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 for more information An Emission Control Service See footnote 78 000 Miles 130 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emissio...

Page 350: ...s first An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 63 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 99 000 Miles 165 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Servic...

Page 351: ... determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded If your vehicle has the GM Oil Life System a computer system lets you know when to change ...

Page 352: ...See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 63 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect engine air cleaner filter If necessary replace the filter If vehicle is driven in dusty dirty conditions...

Page 353: ... rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 for more information An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 63 for prope...

Page 354: ...ion on page 5 63 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 67 500 Miles 112 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 63 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km Ch...

Page 355: ...er rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or high...

Page 356: ...necessary See Engine Oil on page 5 13 for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 24 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 34 f...

Page 357: ...iper Blades on page 5 83 Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 24 Automatic Transaxle Check Check the transaxle fluid level add if needed See Automat...

Page 358: ... any other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 2 27 if n...

Page 359: ... regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check ...

Page 360: ...n Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect...

Page 361: ...rottle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect di...

Page 362: ...t No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Automatic Transaxle DEXRON III Automatic Transmission Fluid Look for Approved for the H Specification on the label Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 1234...

Page 363: ...odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 25 ...

Page 364: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 26 ...

Page 365: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 27 ...

Page 366: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 28 ...

Page 367: ...gram 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 11 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Section 7 Customer Assistance and ...

Page 368: ...a contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate ...

Page 369: ...A 22203 1838 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs Specific vehicle informati...

Page 370: ...uick encourages customers to call the toll free number for assistance If a U S customer wishes to write to Buick the letter should be addressed to Buick s Customer Assistance Center United States Customer Assistance Buick Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33136 Detroit MI 48232 5136 1 800 521 7300 1 800 832 8425 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 252 1112 Fax Number 313 381...

Page 371: ...ma 2740 Col Lomas de Bezares C P 11910 Mexico D F 01 800 508 0000 Long Distance 011 52 53 29 0 800 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward eligible aftermarket driver s or passenger s adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle such as hand controls and wheelchair scooter lifts The offer is available for a limite...

Page 372: ...fication required Replacement keys or locksmith service will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle Delivery of the replacement key will be covered within 10 miles Emergency Tow Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident Assistance when the vehicle is mired in sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Installation o...

Page 373: ...e Roadside Assistance program at any time without notification Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive roadside assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States Please refer to the Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book Courtesy Transportation Buick has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles To en...

Page 374: ...Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs reimbursement of up to a five day maximum may be available for the use of public transportation such as a taxi or bus In addition should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses of up to a five day maximum may be available Claim amounts should re...

Page 375: ...ehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle like other modern motor vehicles has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle s performance Your vehicle uses on board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and if so equipped to provide anti l...

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Page 379: ...elts 5 82 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 85 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 83 Fabric Carpet 5 79 Finish Care 5 83 Finish Damage 5 85 Appearance Care cont Glass Surfaces 5 81 Instrument Panel 5 81 Interior Plastic Components 5 81 Leather 5 81 Sheet Metal Damage 5 85 Tires 5 84 Underbody Maintenance 5 85 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 86 Vinyl 5 81 Washing Your Vehicle 5 82 Weatherstrips 5 82 Wind...

Page 380: ...5 50 Halogen Bulbs 5 48 Headlamp Aiming 5 45 Headlamps 5 49 Bulb Replacement cont Replacement Bulbs 5 53 Taillamps and Back Up Lamps 5 51 Taillamps Turn Signal and Stoplamps 5 50 Buying New Tires 5 65 C California Fuel 5 6 Canadian Owners ii Capacities and Specifications 5 96 Carbon Monoxide 2 14 2 31 4 25 4 38 Care of Safety Belts 5 82 Your Cassette Tape Player 3 83 Your CD Player 3 84 Your CDs 3...

Page 381: ...Instrument Panel 5 81 Interior Plastic Components 5 81 Leather 5 81 Tires 5 84 Underbody Maintenance 5 85 Cleaning cont Vinyl 5 81 Washing Your Vehicle 5 82 Weatherstrips 5 82 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 83 Climate Control System 3 24 Climate Controls Personalization 3 32 Dual Automatic 3 27 Outlet Adjustment 3 31 Steering Wheel Controls 3 31 Comfort Guides Rear Safety Belt 1 25 Compact Spare Ti...

Page 382: ...Locks 2 10 Power Door Locks 2 11 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 12 Rear Door Security Locks 2 13 Driver Position Safety Belt 1 13 Driver Information Center DIC 3 47 DIC Controls and Displays 3 47 DIC Vehicle Personalization 3 51 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 50 Driving At Night 4 16 City 4 20 Defensive 4 2 Drunken 4 2 Freeway 4 21 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 24 In Rain and on Wet Roads 4 17 Rocki...

Page 383: ...at Tire 5 69 Flat Tire Changing 5 70 Flat Tire Storing 5 77 Fluid Automatic Transaxle 5 21 Power Steering 5 34 Fluid cont Windshield Washer 5 34 Front Reading Lamps 3 19 Fuel 5 5 Additives 5 6 California Fuel 5 6 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 5 10 Filling Your Tank 5 7 Fuels in Foreign Countries 5 7 Gage 3 46 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Gasoline Specifications 5 6 System Inspection 6 23 Fuses Engine C...

Page 384: ...Seats 1 4 Heater 3 24 Heater 3 27 Highbeam On Light 3 45 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 24 HomeLink Transmitter 2 38 HomeLink Transmitter Programming 2 39 Hood Checking Things Under 5 10 Release 5 11 Horn 3 6 How to Use This Manual ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 13 I Ignition Positions 2 22 Inadvertent Power Battery Saver 3 20 Infants and Young Children Restraints 1 31 Inf...

Page 385: ...6 LATCH System Child Restraints 1 40 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 42 Light Airbag Readiness 3 37 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 3 39 Battery Warning 3 38 Brake System Warning 3 38 Cruise Control 3 45 Highbeam On 3 45 Malfunction Indicator 3 41 Oil Pressure 3 44 Safety Belt Reminder 3 36 Security 3 45 Service Vehicle Soon 3 46 TCS Warning Light 3 40 Traction Control Sy...

Page 386: ...nce Schedule cont Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 6 13 Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 6 4 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 18 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 22 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 24 Part E Maintenance Record 6 25 Selecting the Right Schedule 6 5 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 6 6 Steering Suspension and Front D...

Page 387: ... Dimming Heated Mirror 2 36 Convex Mirror 2 36 Outside cont Curb View Assist Mirror 2 36 Power Mirrors 2 35 Owners Canadian ii P Park P Shifting Into 2 28 Shifting Out of 2 30 Parking Brake 2 27 Over Things That Burn 2 30 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 6 4 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 18 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 22 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 24 Part E ...

Page 388: ...unted CD Changer 3 77 Understanding Reception 3 82 Rainsense II Wipers 3 9 Rear Door Security Locks 2 13 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 1 25 Rear Seat Passengers Safety Belts 1 21 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming 2 32 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming with Compass 2 33 Rearview Mirrors 2 32 Reclining Seatback Power 1 6 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 36 Remote Keyless Entry...

Page 389: ...lt Extender 1 27 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 19 Safety Belts Are for Everyone 1 8 Safety Warnings and Symbols iii Seats Head Restraints 1 7 Heated Seats 1 4 Manual 1 2 Manual Lumbar 1 3 Memory 2 45 Power Lumbar 1 3 Power Reclining Seatback 1 6 Power Seats 1 2 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Securing a Child Restraint Center Front Seat Position 1 44 Designed for the LATCH System 1 42 Rear Seat Posit...

Page 390: ... Up Lamps 5 51 Taillamps cont Turn Signal and Stoplamps 5 50 TCS Warning Light 3 40 Theater Dimming 3 18 Theft Deterrent Radio 3 81 Theft Deterrent Systems 2 18 Content Theft Deterrent 2 18 PASS Key III 2 19 PASS Key III Operation 2 20 Throttle System Inspection 6 23 Tilt Wheel 3 6 Tires 5 54 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels Cleaning 5 84 Buying New Tires 5 65 Chains 5 68 Changing a Flat Tire 5 70...

Page 391: ...nge Signals 3 7 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3 7 Twilight Sentinel 3 16 U Understanding Radio Reception 3 82 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 66 V Vehicle Control 4 5 Damage Warnings iv Service Soon Light 3 46 Symbols iv Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 87 Service Parts Identification Label 5 87 Vehicle Personalization DIC 3 51 Memory Seat a...

Page 392: ...Windshield Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 83 Windshield Washer 3 10 Fluid 5 34 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 53 Rainsense II Wipers 3 9 Windshield Wiper cont Windshield Wipers 3 9 Winter Driving 4 25 Wiper Activated Headlamps 3 14 X XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 85 Y Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 14 ...

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