manualshive.com logo in svg

Buick 2005 Terraza, Owner'S Manual, Page: 39 / 428

Share
Download
Buick 2005 Terraza Owner'S Manual Download Page 39

3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat.

The guide must be on top of the belt.

4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as

described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-29.
Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the
shoulder.

To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the
belt edges together so that you can take them out of
the guides. Slide the guide into the storage pocket.

1-33

Summary of Contents for 2005 Terraza

Page 1: ...s 3 25 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 31 Driver Information Center DIC 3 45 Audio System s 3 77 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 37 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 All Wheel Drive 5 41 Bulb Replacement 5 42 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 46 Tires 5 47 Appearance Care 5 77 Vehicle Ident...

Page 2: ...eave this 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 word...

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: ... Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 31 Safety Belt Pretensioners 1 34 Safety Belt Extender 1 34 Child Restraints 1 34 Older Children 1 34 Infants and Young Children 1 37 Child Restraint Systems 1 40 Where to Put the Restraint 1 43 Top Strap 1 44 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 45 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 46 Securing a Child Restraint Designed...

Page 8: ...System 1 62 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 66 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 67 Restraint System Check 1 67 Checking the Restraint Systems 1 67 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 68 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems 1 2 ...

Page 9: ... vehicle may have this feature If it does the six way power seat control is located on the outboard side of the driver s seat Your vehicle may also have a passenger s six way power seat Move the front of the control up or down to adjust the front portion of the cushion up or down Move the rear of the control up or down to adjust the rear portion of the cushion up or down Lift up or push down on th...

Page 10: ...line the seatback press the vertical control rearward To raise the seatback press the vertical control forward See Reclining Seatbacks on page 1 5 for more information on reclining seatbacks Heated Seats Your vehicle may have this feature If it does the heated seat buttons are located on the climate control panel This feature will heat the lower cushions of the driver s and front passenger s seats...

Page 11: ...hen the ignition is turned to LOCK and will resume operation when the ignition is turned to RUN unless the button is manually turned off Reclining Seatbacks To adjust a manual seatback pull up on the lever located on the outboard side of the driver s or front passenger s seats Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Push and pull on the seat to make sure it s locked into position ...

Page 12: ...b because it will not be against your body Instead it will be in front of you 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...

Page 13: ...he correct order you can easily remove the seats from the vehicle When you put the seats back in the vehicle follow the label on the back of the seat for proper location Captain Chairs Your vehicle has captain s chairs that can be adjusted forward or rearward as well as seatbacks that can be adjusted Adjusting the Captain s Chairs Second Row The second row captain s chairs can be adjusted forward ...

Page 14: ...ck lift up on the recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat Use the recliner lever to move the seatback to the desired position It is easier to raise or lower the seatback if you lean forward taking the weight off the seatback Lift up on the recliner lever and fold the seatback forward The seatback will lock into place when you push it back to the upright position The armrests can be...

Page 15: ...Removing the Captain s Chairs 1 Pull the nylon strap behind the seat to release the rear hooks from the floor pins 2 The seat can then be lifted off the front floor pins and removed from the vehicle 1 9 ...

Page 16: ...hat is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After installing the seat always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted Do not put the seats in so they face rearward because they will not latch that way For the second row if you wan...

Page 17: ...ook the front latches over the front floor pins 2 Push the rear of the seat down to lock the rear latches onto the rear set of floor pins 3 Push and pull on the seat to be sure it is properly attached 1 11 ...

Page 18: ...l on the seatback to make sure that it is locked into place Returning the Seatback to an Upright Position CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked To raise the seatback do the following 1 Move the second row seat completely forward by using ...

Page 19: ...tback s earlier in this section 4 From behind the seat squeeze the release handle until the pin indicators are fully out This indicates that the rear latches are released from the floor For ease of removing the seat squeeze the handle with the palm of your hand up 5 Lift the seat slightly from the floor to ensure the latches are clear of the floor pins 6 Pull the seat rearward and out of the vehic...

Page 20: ...y routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After installing the seat always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted Do not put the third row seat in so it faces rearward because it will not latch that way The seat has to go in before the conven...

Page 21: ...tached correctly the rear latches will not attach to the rear set of floor pins 2 Firmly push the rear latches into the rear floor pins by pushing down on the rear of the seat 3 Try to raise the seat to make sure that it is locked down The indicator pins will no longer stick out when the seat is properly latched into place CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden sto...

Page 22: ...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 killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle ...

Page 23: ...ven buckled up a person wouldn t 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 When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes...

Page 24: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 18 ...

Page 25: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 19 ...

Page 26: ...pside 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 eve...

Page 27: ...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 34 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 37 Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you will want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has We will start with the driver position Driver Position Lap Shoulder Belt The driv...

Page 28: ... on the shoulder belt 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 fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the c...

Page 29: ...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 23 ...

Page 30: ...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 24 ...

Page 31: ...ured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 25 ...

Page 32: ...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 26 ...

Page 33: ...th 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 To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way Before you close the door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle 1 27 ...

Page 34: ...tered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant 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 ...

Page 35: ... 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 they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Lap Shoulder Belt All rear seating positions have lap shoulder belts Here is ho...

Page 36: ... belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part 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 ab...

Page 37: ...ould increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear safety belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the...

Page 38: ...estraints 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 its storage pocket on the side of the seatback 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 1 32 ...

Page 39: ...e position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1 29 Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides Slide the guide into the storage pocket 1 33 ...

Page 40: ...fety Belt Extender If the vehicle s 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 e...

Page 41: ...use 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 buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safety belts properly CAUTION Never do this Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt can not pro...

Page 42: ...ee Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults on page 1 31 CAUTION Never do this Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap shoulder belt but the shoulder part is behind the child If the child wears the belt in 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 injur...

Page 43: ...children 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 44: ...stem is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle s owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also wheth...

Page 45: ...ak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants 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 chil...

Page 46: ... 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 40 ...

Page 47: ...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 41 ...

Page 48: ...d 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 label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards Then follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or bot...

Page 49: ...ing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag if equipped under certain conditions no system is fail safe an...

Page 50: ...p always to be anchored Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored do not use the restraint 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 requir...

Page 51: ... Strap Anchor Location Do not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger s position or at the third row passenger s side position if a national or local law requires that the top strap be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored There is no place to anchor the top strap in these positions In the second row there is a top ...

Page 52: ...chorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System Your vehicle has the LATCH system You will find anchors in each seating position in the second row 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 s...

Page 53: ...r anchor position near the base of each second row seating position 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 54: ...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 46 See Top Strap on page 1 44 if the child restraint has a top strap or top tether For vehicles with a third row there is no top strap anchor in the passenger s side position Do not secure a child ...

Page 55: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 49 ...

Page 56: ...a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle airbags A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child restraint See Where to Put the Restraint on page 1 43 In addition your vehicle has a passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag and side impact airbag if equipped when an infant in a rear ...

Page 57: ... 46 There is no top strap anchor at the right front seating position Do not secure a child seat in this position if a national or local law requires that the top strap be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored See Top Strap on page 1 44 if your child restraint has one You will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child res...

Page 58: ...afety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 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 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 52 ...

Page 59: ...nd the on indicator is lit turn the vehicle off Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion If this happens slightly recline the vehicle s seatback and adjust the...

Page 60: ...t to the door Frontal airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating frontal airbag But these airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system CAUTION You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt even if you have ...

Page 61: ...mething hits the side of your vehicle They are not designed to inflate in frontal in rollover or in rear crashes Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person CAUTION Both frontal and side impact airbags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you are too close to an inflating airbag as you would be if you were lea...

Page 62: ...ion that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 1 34 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 37 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See ...

Page 63: ...ght 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 57 ...

Page 64: ...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 58 ...

Page 65: ... threshold level for the reduced deployment is about 12 to 18 mph 19 to 29 km h and the threshold level for a full deployment is about 18 to 25 mph 29 to 40 2 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range Airbags may inflate at different crash speeds For example If the vehicle hits a stationary object the airbag could in...

Page 66: ...bags 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 steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle The airbag supplements the p...

Page 67: ...UTION 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 problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or a door If you experience ...

Page 68: ...el both the airbag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s airbag or both the airbag module and seatback for the driver s and right front passenger s side impact airbag Do not open or break the airbag coverings Passenger Sensing System Your vehicle has a passenger sensing system The passenger airbag status indicator on the instrument panel will be visible when you turn your...

Page 69: ...d facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the r...

Page 70: ... 50 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion If this happens slightly recline the vehicle s seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If this happe...

Page 71: ...and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes This will allow the system to detect that person and then enable the passenger s airbag or airbags CAUTION If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system If this ever happens have the vehicle serviced promptly because an adult size ...

Page 72: ...ed Vehicle Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 CAUTION For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and th...

Page 73: ...tch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly If your vehicle has a built in child restraint also periodically make sure the harness straps latch plates buckle clip child head restraint and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or fray...

Page 74: ...mage also may mean you will need to have safety belt built in child restraint LATCH system or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt built in child restraint or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision If an airbag inflates you will need to replace airbag system parts See the part on the airbag system earlier in this secti...

Page 75: ...2 26 PASS Key III 2 28 PASS Key III Operation 2 28 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 30 New Vehicle Break In 2 30 Ignition Positions 2 30 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 31 Starting the Engine 2 31 Engine Coolant Heater 2 32 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 33 All Wheel Drive 2 36 Parking Brake 2 37 Shifting Into Park P 2 38 Shifting Out of Park P 2 39 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 39 Engine E...

Page 76: ...head Console With Rail 2 49 Overhead Console Without Rail 2 50 Floor Console Storage Area 2 50 Folding Tray 2 51 Luggage Carrier 2 51 Convenience Net With Rear Convenience Center 2 52 Convenience Net Without Rear Convenience Center 2 52 Convenience Center 2 53 Vehicle Personalization 2 54 Memory Seat 2 54 Section 2 Features and Controls 2 2 ...

Page 77: ...ldren This vehicle has a double sided key for the ignition and the driver s door lock Your vehicle has the PASS Key III vehicle theft system The key has a transponder in the key head that matches a decoder in the vehicle s steering column If a replacement key or any additional key is needed you must purchase this key from your dealer The key will have PK3 stamped on it Keep the bar code tag that c...

Page 78: ...ved including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than...

Page 79: ...r s door will unlock If you press unlock again within five seconds all the doors and the liftgate will unlock If you would like all the doors to unlock the first time you press unlock see FOB UNLOCK ON 1ST PRESS under DIC Vehicle Personalization Uplevel Only on page 3 68 If your vehicle has the content theft deterrent system the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter will disarm the...

Page 80: ...eyless entry transmitter will have two buttons that have a van symbol on them The van symbol on the left is for the driver s side sliding door and the van symbol on the right is for the passenger s side sliding door Press and hold the passenger s or driver s side button with the van symbol on it to open or close the selected power sliding door See Power Sliding Door PSD on page 2 16 You can operat...

Page 81: ...emote keyless entry transmitter should last about three years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter will not work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it is probably time to change the battery Notice When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surf...

Page 82: ...ay run out of fuel To start the engine using the remote start feature do the following 1 Aim the remote keyless entry transmitter equipped with the remote vehicle start button at the vehicle 2 Press and release the transmitter s lock button then immediately press and hold the remote vehicle start button until the vehicle s turn signal lamps flash or for at least two seconds if the vehicle s lights...

Page 83: ... parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers Insert the vehicle s key into the ignition switch and turn the switch to RUN and then back to LOCK The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if The remote start system is disabled See REMOTE START under DIC Vehicle Personalization Uplevel Only on page 3 68 The vehicle s key is in the ignition The vehicle s hood liftgate or doors a...

Page 84: ...rs 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 and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or the remote keyless entry transmitter To unlock the driver s door from the outside with the key insert the key and turn it toward the front of the vehicle To lock the drive...

Page 85: ...nside push the manual lever forward Power Door Locks From the inside press the top of the power door lock switch located on either front door to unlock all doors and the liftgate With the content theft deterrent system the power door lock switch will not unlock the doors until the system is disarmed See Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 26 for more details 2 11 ...

Page 86: ...nger s door is open Press the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter one time while any door is open Two chimes will sound to signal that delayed locking is active The doors may be locked immediately by repeating any of the above actions more than one time If a door remains open without any other door being opened or closed the vehicle will lock after approximately 45 seconds If the k...

Page 87: ...it more difficult to lock the key in the vehicle If the driver s door is open while the key is in the ignition the door cannot be locked with the power door lock switch This feature cannot guarantee that you will never be locked out of the vehicle If the key is not left in the ignition or if the manual door lock is used the key could still be locked inside the vehicle Always remember to take the k...

Page 88: ...ward on a steep grade 15 percent or more the door may not stay open and could slam shut possibly injuring someone To make sure the door does not slam shut be sure to hold it open until everyone is clear of the door and only then allow it to slowly close 2 14 ...

Page 89: ...page 3 68 Sliding Door Security Lock Your vehicle is equipped with sliding door security locks that helps prevent young children or other passengers from opening the sliding door s using the inside door handle To use one of these locks do the following 1 Open the sliding door 2 On the inside of the sliding door s on the front edge of the door will be a lock Push the lever up to engage the lock 3 C...

Page 90: ...from the inside while the security lock feature is in use Canceling the Sliding Door Security Lock 1 Unlock the sliding door and open the door from the outside 2 Push the security lock lever all the way down 3 Close the door 4 Repeat Steps 1 through 3 for the other door The sliding door lock will now work normally Power Sliding Door PSD If your vehicle has this feature you can open and close the p...

Page 91: ...D activation and PSD second row passenger override deactivation is one switch Your vehicle also has passenger power sliding door activation switch es If you have a single PSD this switch is located in front of the passenger side sliding door If your vehicle has dual PSDs the switches are located in front of both sliding doors PSD Activation Switch PSD Second Row Passenger Override Deactivation Swi...

Page 92: ...open To manually close the power sliding door s while the switches are in the activation position pull the inside or outside door handle or the edge of the door Move the door about 4 inches 10 cm toward the closed position and release it The door will close completely and latch If a power sliding door is locked it cannot be unlocked and opened using the overhead console PSD activation switch es or...

Page 93: ...ge 3 51 Stop the vehicle and close the door CAUTION If you shift the transaxle out of PARK P and accelerate before the power sliding door latches closed the door may reverse to the open position A child or others could fall out of the vehicle and be injured Always make sure the power sliding door is closed and latched before you drive away If an object obstructs the power sliding door s while it i...

Page 94: ... If this ever happens do not try to force the sliding door When the fuel filler door is closed the driver s side sliding door can be opened normally CAUTION You or others could be injured if caught in the path of the sliding door Make sure the door path is clear before closing the door 2 20 ...

Page 95: ...ion position pull the inside or outside door handle and slide the door all the way back To close the door s manually when the override switch es is in the override deactivation position pull the inside or outside door handle and slide the door all the way forward to the latched position To stop the door s immediately while the door s is opening or closing press the bottom of the PSD override deact...

Page 96: ...ion position and slide the door fully open and closed Check for foreign objects in the tracks Repeat the procedure starting with Step 1 If the door resists travel to the fully open position see your dealer for service Liftgate To unlock or lock the liftgate from the outside use the remote keyless entry transmitter For more information see Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 5 You can a...

Page 97: ...eal between the body and the liftgate Make sure all other windows are shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle See Dual Climate Control System on page 3 25 If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust on page 2 40 To close the liftgate pu...

Page 98: ...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 24 ...

Page 99: ...dow from lowering all the way pull up on the front of the switch Power Rear Quarter Windows Your vehicle has power rear quarter windows This switch located in the overhead console switchbank is used for opening and closing the power rear quarter windows Press the top of the switch to open the windows both windows will open The windows will continue to open as long as the switch is pressed until th...

Page 100: ...hough your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal Content Theft Deterrent Your vehicle has a theft deterrent alarm system A light located on top of your instrument panel near the center of the vehicle next to the windshield will flash slowly to let you know that the system has been armed While armed the doors will not unlo...

Page 101: ...doors and the liftgate are closed and locked the security light will begin flashing at a very slow rate to let you know the system is armed Arming with Your Key Your alarm system will arm when you use your key to lock the driver s door The security light will flash to let you know the system is arming After all doors and the liftgate are closed and locked the security light will begin flashing at ...

Page 102: ...ration is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause 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 PASS Key III uses a radio frequency transponder in th...

Page 103: ...keys made and programmed to the system See your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to get a new key blank that is cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system To program the new key do the following 1 Verify the new key has PK3 stamped on it 2 Insert the original already programmed key into the ignition lock cylinder and start the engine If the engine will not start see...

Page 104: ...0 miles 322 km or so During this time your new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer on page 4 39 for more information Ignition Positions The key can be turned to one of four positions while in the...

Page 105: ... engine is turned off or until either door is opened If a door is opened the power windows and audio system will shut off Starting the Engine Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine will not start in any other position that is a safety feature To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only Notice Shifting into PARK P with the vehicle moving could damage the transaxle Sh...

Page 106: ... dealer If you do not your engine might not perform properly Engine Coolant Heater Your vehicle may have an engine coolant heater In very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You will 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 a...

Page 107: ...ou contact your Saturn retailer in the area where you will be parking your vehicle The Saturn retailer can give you the best advice for that particular area Automatic Transaxle Operation Maximum engine speed is limited when you are in PARK P or NEUTRAL N to protect driveline components from improper operation There are several different positions for your shift lever PARK P This gear position lock...

Page 108: ...you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 39 REVERSE R Use this gear to back up Notice Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transaxle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see If Yo...

Page 109: ... vehicle serviced right away You can drive in SECOND 2 when you are driving less than 35 mph 55 km h and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D for higher speeds until then Warm Up Shift Your vehicle has a computer controlled transaxle designed to warm up the engine faster when the outside temperature is 35 F 2 C or colder You may notice that the transaxle will shift at a higher vehicle speed until the engine is w...

Page 110: ...T 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can 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 downshift into first gear until the vehicle is going slow 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...

Page 111: ...lease the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot while you push down on the parking brake pedal with your left foot When you lift your left foot from the parking brake pedal it will pop up to the released position Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Verify that the parking brak...

Page 112: ...e it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overh...

Page 113: ...g brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system which locks the shift lever in PARK P when the ignition is in the LOCK position In addition you mus...

Page 114: ...cle Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running the Engine While 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 ...

Page 115: ...Park P on page 2 38 If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 39 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 day night adjustment can lessen glare from the headlamps behind your vehicle Pull the tab forward for da...

Page 116: ...gs appear farther away than they really are Outside Heated Mirrors The outside rearview mirrors will heat to help clear them of ice snow and condensation when the rear window defogger is turned on See Rear Window Defogger in Dual Climate Control System on page 3 25 OnStar System OnStar uses global positioning system GPS satellite technology wireless communications and call centers to provide you w...

Page 117: ... Personal Calling capability is available if your hand held cell phone is lost forgotten or has a low battery It is a hands free wireless phone that is integrated into the vehicle Calls can be placed nationwide using simple voice commands with no additional contracts and no additional roaming charges To find out more about OnStar Personal Calling refer to the OnStar user s guide in the vehicle s g...

Page 118: ...les Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interfe...

Page 119: ...o Erasing HomeLink Buttons or for assistance contact HomeLink on the Internet at www homelink com or by calling 1 800 355 3515 Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or gate operator you are programming When programming a garage door it is advised to park outside of the garage It is recommended that a new battery be installed in your hand held transmitter for quicker and more...

Page 120: ...e indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with Steps 6 through 8 following to complete the programming of a rolling code equipped device most commonly a garage door opener 6 Locate in the garage the garage door opener receiver motor head unit Locate the Learn or Smart button This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to t...

Page 121: ...een successfully accepted by HomeLink The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 4 under Programming HomeLink to complete Using HomeLink Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink button for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing HomeLink Buttons To erase programming from the three buttons do the ...

Page 122: ...s For questions or comments contact HomeLink at 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www homelink com Storage Areas Your vehicle s large carrying capacity can store many items If the vehicle has an extended wheelbase it can carry even larger items The floor pins that are used to attach the seats can be used to secure larger loads There may be additional storage areas behind the seats Glove Box If ...

Page 123: ...See Front Reading Lamps on page 3 19 or Rear Reading Lamps on page 3 19 Switchbank See Overhead Console Switchbank on page 3 20 OnStar System buttons See OnStar System on page 2 42 Driver Information Center DIC See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 45 HomeLink Transmitter buttons See HomeLink Wireless Control System on page 2 44 Storage Bin Your vehicle may have a storage bin located on the ...

Page 124: ...1 5 lbs 0 7 kg Always make sure to close and latch the bin before driving Overhead Console Without Rail If your vehicle has an overhead console without the rail system it has two reading lights a courtesy light and a switchbank See Overhead Console Switchbank on page 3 20 for more information Floor Console Storage Area If your vehicle has a storage compartment located on the front console below th...

Page 125: ...cause you to lose control What you are carrying could be violently torn off and this could cause you or other drivers to have a collision and of course damage your vehicle You may be able to carry something like this inside But never carry something longer or wider than the luggage carrier on top of your vehicle If you have the luggage carrier you can load things on top of your vehicle Notice Load...

Page 126: ...ience net to extend the life of the net and to help retain its elasticity and to keep the rear exit clear Convenience Net Without Rear Convenience Center Your vehicle may have a convenience net The convenience net is designed to help keep small loads like grocery bags from falling over Install the convenience net at the rear of your vehicle inside the liftgate To use the convenience net do the fol...

Page 127: ...ch and lower the convenience center cover to close it Removing the Convenience Center 1 Make sure that all items are off the convenience center and that it is empty 2 Turn the hand knob located at the rear of the convenience center counterclockwise until the knob is loose 3 Lift up on the hand knob then grip and pull up on the convenience center to remove it from the vehicle Replacing the Convenie...

Page 128: ...and the third row seat both have a maximum weight capacity of 400 lbs 181 6 kg Notice Overloading your vehicle may cause damage Repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not overload your vehicle Vehicle Personalization Memory Seat If your vehicle has this feature the controls for the memory function are located on the driver s door These buttons are used to program and recall memory settin...

Page 129: ...ton is used to program and recall the desired driver s seat position when exiting entering the vehicle The seat position can be personalized for both driver 1 and driver 2 To store the easy exit seat position for driver 1 or 2 do the following 1 Press and release the 1 or 2 button of the memory control The seat will move to the stored memory position 2 Adjust the seat to the desired exit position ...

Page 130: ... NOTES 2 56 ...

Page 131: ...Front Reading Lamps 3 19 Rear Reading Lamps 3 19 Cargo Lamp 3 19 Battery Run Down Protection 3 19 Overhead Console Switchbank 3 20 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA 3 20 Accessory Power Outlets 3 23 Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current 3 24 Climate Controls 3 25 Dual Climate Control System 3 25 Outlet Adjustment 3 28 Rear Climate Control System 3 29 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 31 ...

Page 132: ...n and Displays 3 46 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 51 DIC Vehicle Personalization Uplevel Only 3 68 Audio System s 3 77 Setting the Time 3 77 Radio with CD 3 77 Navigation Radio System 3 96 Rear Seat Entertainment System 3 96 Rear Seat Audio RSA 3 110 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 112 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 112 Radio Reception 3 113 Care of Your CDs and DVDs 3 113 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ...

Page 133: ... NOTES 3 3 ...

Page 134: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 135: ...itch See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3 6 H Passenger Airbag Status Indicator See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3 35 I Audio System See Audio System s on page 3 77 J Exterior Lamps Control See Exterior Lamps on page 3 14 K Interior Lamps Control See Interior Lamps Control on page 3 17 Instrument Panel Brightness Control See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 16 L Hood Release See...

Page 136: ...hers 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 raise the steering wheel to the highest le...

Page 137: ...w Washer See Windshield Washer on page 3 9 For information on the headlamps see Exterior Lamps on page 3 14 Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward for right and two downward for left positions These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow ...

Page 138: ...regularly to make sure they are working Turn Signal On Chime If either turn signal is left on for more than 3 4 mile 1 2 km a chime will sound to let the driver know to turn it off If you need to leave the signal on for more than 3 4 mile 1 2 km turn off the signal and then turn it back on Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam push the turn signal multif...

Page 139: ...d band past the delay settings To stop the wipers move the band to off 1 High Speed For high speed wiping turn the band further to the second solid band past the delay settings Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they are frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or blade inserts Windshield Wa...

Page 140: ...wipers on Rear Washer Wiper Move the lever to this position to wash and wipe the rear window Cruise Control CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where 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 y...

Page 141: ...set this position can be used to coast or decelerate from a higher speed CANCEL R Pull the lever to cancel the cruise control speed Cruise control allows a speed of approximately 25 mph 40 km h or more to be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator This is helpful on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h When the brakes are applied the cruise c...

Page 142: ...isappear when the brakes are applied or the cruise control is cancelled It will reappear when the set cruise speed is resumed Resuming a Set Speed If the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied the cruise control shuts off But the cruise control does not need to be reset Once the vehicle is traveling approximately 25 mph 40 km h or more the cruise control lever can...

Page 143: ...d up approximately one mph 1 6 km h The acceleration feature will only work after the cruise control speed has been set by pushing the cruise control lever down to the set position Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce the vehicle s speed while using cruise control Push the cruise control lever downward toward the minus set coast decelerate position until a lower s...

Page 144: ...ther of these things will only end the current cruise control session but the set speed will be retained in memory Push the button at the end of the cruise control lever to turn the system off Erasing Speed Memory When the cruise control or the ignition is turned off the cruise control set speed memory is erased Exterior Lamps The control to the left of the steering column operates the exterior la...

Page 145: ...eature has not been disabled using the exterior lamp control See Exterior Lamps on page 3 14 for additional information If the wipers are activated for over 30 seconds and the exterior lamp control is in the parking lamps position or the automatic lighting feature has been disabled using the exterior lamp control a HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message will appear on the Driver Information Center if equippe...

Page 146: ...ark garage the automatic headlamp system will come on immediately Once you leave the garage it will take approximately 30 seconds for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is light outside During that delay your instrument panel cluster may not be as bright as usual Make sure your instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position See Instrument Panel Brightness on p...

Page 147: ...n it on or off The dome lamp will come on each time you open a door unless you turn on the interior lamps override feature See Interior Lamps Control on page 3 17 Entry Lighting With entry lighting the interior of your vehicle is illuminated so that you can see inside before you enter your vehicle The lamps will come on for 20 seconds if you unlock your door using your key or the remote keyless en...

Page 148: ...e keyless entry transmitter Lock all doors using the power door lock switch or the key To turn the delayed lighting feature off or on see DIC Vehicle Personalization Uplevel Only on page 3 68 Exit Lighting With exit lighting the interior lamps will come on for about 25 seconds whenever you remove the key from the ignition If you turn the ignition key to RUN or ACCESSORY the lamps will fade out The...

Page 149: ... have a switch The cargo lamp will come on each time you open a door unless you turn on the interior lamps override See Interior Lamps Control on page 3 17 Battery Run Down Protection Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery in case you accidentally leave the interior lamps on If you leave any interior lamps on while the ignition is in lock or off they will automati...

Page 150: ...sist URPA system it is designed to help you park while the vehicle is in REVERSE R It operates only at very low speeds less than 3 mph 5 km h URPA can help make parking easier and to help you avoid colliding with objects such as parked vehicles The URPA system can detect objects up to 5 feet 1 5 m behind the vehicle and tell you how close these objects are from your rear bumper Your vehicle s URPA...

Page 151: ...and when you back up you could strike children pedestrians bicyclists or pets behind you and they could be injured or killed Whether or not you are using rear park assist always check carefully behind your vehicle before you back up and then watch closely as you do URPA can be turned off by pressing the rear park aid disable switch located in the overhead console switchbank While the system is dis...

Page 152: ...1 5 m away URPA cannot detect objects that are above liftgate level In order for the rear sensors to recognize an object it must be within detection range behind the vehicle When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly The light may flash red when the vehicle is in REVERSE R if the ultrasonic sensors are not kept clean So be sure to keep your rear bumper free of mud dirt snow ice and slush Other...

Page 153: ...ill drain the battery Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets Notice Adding any ele...

Page 154: ... to OFF or ACC and then back on The power will automatically restart when equipment that operates within the limit is plugged in The power outlet is located behind the third row seats on the passenger s side rear quarter trim panel The power outlet is not designed for the following electrical equipment and they may not work properly Equipment with high initial peak wattage compressor driven refrig...

Page 155: ...ent panel outlets Bi Level This mode directs half of the air to the instrument panel outlets then directs the remaining air to the floor outlets Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to the floor outlets 6 Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets Use this mode to send air to the rear of the vehicle Keep the area under the front seats free of objects that co...

Page 156: ...stem is designed to make adjustments to help with fuel economy while still maintaining the selected temperature 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 The air conditioning system removes moisture from the air so you may sometimes notice a smal...

Page 157: ... or frost from the windshield more quickly Turn the right knob to select the defog or defrost mode Defog This mode directs air to the windshield and the floor outlets When you select this mode the system turns off recirculation and runs the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing The recirculation mode cannot be selected while in the defog mode 0 Defrost ...

Page 158: ...rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid Outlet Adjustment k Open Turn the thumbwheel to this position to open the air outlets l Closed Turn the thumbwheel to this position to close the air outlets Use the louvers located on the...

Page 159: ...trument panel Use this lever to adjust the fan speed for the rear seat passengers 9 Fan Slide the lever to 1 2 or 3 to increase or decrease airflow to the rear seating area Slide the fan knob to 0 to turn the fan off AUX Slide the lever to AUX to allow the rear passengers to adjust the temperature and airflow to the rear seating area Your vehicle may also have a rear climate control system that al...

Page 160: ...arrows are active in the display u Increase Setting Press this button to increase the fan or temperature setting when arrows are active in display 9 Fan Press this button to increase or decrease fan speed After pressing this button arrows and a fan will appear in the display The arrows indicate that to increase or decrease fan speed you need to press either the left or right arrow button The displ...

Page 161: ...lacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not ...

Page 162: ...a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically The indicator warning lights and gages are explained on the following pages United States version shown Canada similar 3 32 ...

Page 163: ...to the mileage total of the old odometer Trip Odometer The trip odometer can display how far you have driven since you last reset it For more information see DIC Operation and Displays on page 3 46 Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START a chime will come on for several seconds to remind peo...

Page 164: ...r s safety belt is buckled neither the chime nor the light will be provided Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag s electrical system for malfunctions The light comes on if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the airbag sensor the airbag modules the wiring and the diagnostic ...

Page 165: ... then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Your vehicle has the passenger sensing system Your instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator When the ignition key is turned to RUN or START the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off for several seconds as a system check Then afte...

Page 166: ...ing child restraint in the right front passenger s seat If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s airbag or airbags See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 62 for more on this including important safety information If after several seconds all status indicator lights remain on or if t...

Page 167: ... radio and air conditioner Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t worki...

Page 168: ... Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle may have this light If it does the anti lock brake system warning light should come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the anti lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you ve started your engine turn the ignition off Or if the light comes on and stays on when you re driving stop as soon as possi...

Page 169: ...t the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down If the traction control system is affected by an engine related problem the system will turn off and the warning light will come on If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on your vehicle needs service Engine ...

Page 170: ...onomy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transaxle exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause t...

Page 171: ...y considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling the Tank on page 5 8 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should...

Page 172: ...ight is on or not working properly Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD on board diagnostic system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to ...

Page 173: ...N Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil...

Page 174: ...at anything is wrong with the fuel gage At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage reads For example the gage read half full but it took more or less than half of the tank s capacity to fill it The gage pointer may move while cornering braking or speeding up The gage may not indicate empty when the ignition is t...

Page 175: ...tem problem is detected In addition the DIC displays phone numbers that are called using the OnStar system if equipped See OnStar System on page 2 42 If equipped the outside air temperature automatically appears in the bottom right corner of the DIC display when viewing all of the information screens except for the oil life screens If the outside air temperature is at or below 37 F 3 C the tempera...

Page 176: ... calibration if equipped See DIC Vehicle Personalization Uplevel Only on page 3 68 for more information Information Button Items Q4R Information Press this button to scroll through the following items Odometer Press the information button until the odometer displays This mode shows the distance the vehicle has been driven in either miles or kilometers Trip A and Trip B Press the information button...

Page 177: ...le speed recorded since the last reset of this value To reset the value press the information button to display AVERAGE SPEED then press and hold the set reset button The display will return to zero Fuel Range Press the information button until FUEL RANGE displays This mode shows the approximate number of remaining miles or kilometers the vehicle can be driven without refueling Fuel range is based...

Page 178: ...n page 3 51 for more information Your vehicle s charging system regulates voltage based on the state of the battery The battery voltage may fluctuate when viewing this information on the DIC This is normal Oil Life Press the information button until OIL LIFE displays This mode shows an estimate of the oil s remaining useful life If you see OIL LIFE 99 on the display that means 99 of the current oi...

Page 179: ...anol Spanish Personalization Uplevel Only Press the menu button until PERSONAL PROGRAM displays Your vehicle may have personalization capabilities that allow you to program certain features to a preferred setting for up to two drivers Your vehicle may also have customization capabilities that allow you to program certain features to one preferred setting Customization features can only be programm...

Page 180: ...eographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance the compass in the vehicle could give false readings In order to do this the compass must be set or calibrated to the variance zone in which the vehicle is travelling To adjust for compass variance use the following procedure 1 Press the menu button until COMPASS ZONE displays 2 Find the vehicle s current location and variance zone nu...

Page 181: ... off two chimes will sound and the DIC will go into a reminder mode The reminder mode displays any active message If there are multiple messages the DIC will display each message for five seconds After each active message is displayed once the reminder mode will turn off You should take any messages that appear on the display seriously and remember that clearing the messages will only make the mes...

Page 182: ...arning message turn the ignition off and then back on again If the message stays on see your GM dealer right away See All Wheel Drive AWD System on page 4 12 for more information BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message will display when the system detects that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable level The battery saver system will start reducing certain features of the vehicle that you m...

Page 183: ...IC buttons to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen This message will continue to display for two seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off It will also re display for two seconds if the message has been acknowledged but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message will re appear when the engine is...

Page 184: ...s message will continue to display for two seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off It will also re display for two seconds if the message has been acknowledged but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message will re appear when the engine is turned on DRIVER S REAR DOOR AJAR This message will display when the driv...

Page 185: ...itioner can be turned back on This message will display only when the ignition is in RUN A chime will sound continuously when this message is displayed Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen This message will continue to display for two seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off It will also re display for two seconds if ...

Page 186: ...when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message will re appear when the engine is turned on KEY FOB BATTERY LOW This message will display when the battery in the remote keyless entry transmitter needs to be replaced To replace the battery see Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 5 This message will display while the ignition is in RUN Pr...

Page 187: ...edge this message and to clear it from the screen This message will continue to display for two seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off It will also re display for two seconds if the message has been acknowledged but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message will re appear when the engine is turned on LIFT GATE ...

Page 188: ...s turned off If the condition still exists the message will re appear when the engine is turned on LOW FUEL This message will display when your vehicle is low on fuel You should refill the tank as soon as possible See Fuel Gage on page 3 44 and Filling the Tank on page 5 8 for more information The message will display and a chime will sound while the ignition is in RUN Press any of the DIC buttons...

Page 189: ... the power sliding door See Power Sliding Door PSD on page 2 16 for more information OBSTACLE DETECTED PASS Passenger SLIDING DOOR This message will display to alert the driver that an object is obstructing the passenger s side power sliding door if equipped while it is opening or closing Remove any object that is obstructing the power sliding door See Power Sliding Door PSD on page 2 16 for more ...

Page 190: ...of the DIC buttons to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen This message will continue to display for two seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off It will also re display for two seconds if the message has been acknowledged but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message will re appear when the e...

Page 191: ...equipped is opening or closing See Power Sliding Door PSD on page 2 16 for more information REDUCED ENGINE POWER This message will display when the vehicle s engine power is reduced This happens when driving conditions such as climbing a steep hill make the transaxle overwork in a gear that may cause damage to the vehicle s engine or transaxle Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle s ability ...

Page 192: ... has been acknowledged but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message will re appear when the engine is turned on REMOTE START DISABLED This warning message will come on if a remote start attempt is unsuccessful This may be caused if any of the following conditions are true when a remote start attempt is made The remote start system is disabl...

Page 193: ... RIGHT REAR TURN LAMP OUT This message will display when the right rear turn signal bulb needs to be replaced See Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps on page 5 45 This message will display while the ignition is in RUN Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen This message will continue to display for two seconds if it has not been acknow...

Page 194: ...essage will continue to display for two seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off It will also re display for two seconds if the message has been acknowledged but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message will re appear when the engine is turned on SERVICE PARK LAMPS This message will display when there is a probl...

Page 195: ...owledged but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off If the condition still exists the message will re appear when the engine is turned on SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM If your vehicle has the traction control system this message will display when the system is not functioning properly A warning light will also appear on the instrument panel cluster See Traction Control System TCS Warni...

Page 196: ...rak is actively assisting you with directional control of the vehicle Slippery road conditions may exist when this message is displayed so adjust your driving accordingly See StabiliTrak System on page 4 10 This message will display only while the ignition is in RUN This message stays on until road conditions change and StabiliTrak is not active This message cannot be acknowledged and cleared from...

Page 197: ...o longer active This message cannot be acknowledged or cleared from the screen TRACTION CONTROL OFF If your vehicle has the traction control system this message will display when the traction control system turns off See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 9 for more information This message will only display while the ignition is in RUN and will disappear after two seconds Any of the following ...

Page 198: ... Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 7 This message displays and a chime sounds only when the ignition is in RUN This message will clear from the screen if the turn signal is manually turned off a turn is completed or the message is acknowledged DIC Vehicle Personalization Uplevel Only Your vehicle may have customization capabilities that allow you to program certain features to one preferred set...

Page 199: ...then The customization preferences are automatically recalled The driver s personalization preferences are recalled by using the key programmed for driver 1 or 2 To change customization and personalization preferences use the following procedure Entering the Personal Program Menu 1 Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in PARK P 2 Press the menu button until PERSONAL PROGRAM displays If the v...

Page 200: ...s displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature ALL KEYS RESET This screen will only display if YES was selected on the FACTORY DEFAULTS screen Press the set reset button to scroll through the following choices CANCEL default The features will not be set to their factory default settings and the DIC will return to the FACTORY DEFAULTS screen OK The features will be set to their...

Page 201: ... one of the available settings and press the menu button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature DELAYED LOCKING This feature allows the locking of the vehicle to be delayed until all of the doors have been closed for approximately five seconds When the delayed locking feature is enabled it may be activated when the key is out of the ignition by doing one of t...

Page 202: ...tries to enter the vehicle without using the remote keyless entry transmitter or the correct key It will also activate when an incorrect key is used in the ignition Press the menu button until CONTENT THEFT appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button to scroll through the following choices OFF The content theft deterrent system will be turned off ON default The content theft deterrent sy...

Page 203: ...y transmitter See Remote Vehicle Start under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 5 for more information Press the menu button until REMOTE START appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button to scroll through the following choices OFF The remote start feature will be disabled ON default The remote start feature will be enabled Choose one of the available settings and press the ...

Page 204: ... DIC to select it and move on to the next feature REPLACE KEY This screen displays only if YES was selected for the PERSONALIZE KEY feature keys 1 and 2 have already been personalized and the current key being used is not key 1 or 2 This feature allows you to program a key to be recognized as key 1 or 2 in the event that the previously programmed key needs to be replaced 1 The key will be programm...

Page 205: ...ows automatic door unlocking to be turned off used for the driver s door only or for all of the doors Press the menu button until AUTO DOOR UNLOCK appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button to scroll through the following choices OFF None of the doors will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into PARK P or the key is taken out of the ignition DRIVER Only the driver s door will unlock whe...

Page 206: ...r s door will unlock on the first press of the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter ALL All of the doors will unlock on the first press of the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter Choose one of the available settings and press the menu button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it The DIC will then display PRESS UNLOCK SWITCH ON KEY FOB Press the unlock but...

Page 207: ... 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 31 for more information Setting the Time Press the H or the M button to enter clock mode Press and hold H until the corre...

Page 208: ...offers 100 coast to coast channels including music news sports talk and children s programming XM provides digital quality audio and text information that includes song title and artist name A service fee is required in order to receive the XM service For more information contact XM at www xmradio com or call 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 Playing the Radio Top Knob Power Volume Press this knob to turn the s...

Page 209: ... AudioPilot To use AudioPilot set the radio volume to your desired level Turn AudioPilot on by pressing the automatic volume button until AVOL ON appears on the display As you increase vehicle speed the background noise in your vehicle will increase AudioPilot will adjust your audio system s output for the background noise it hears To turn AudioPilot off press the automatic volume button until AVO...

Page 210: ...ion that was selected will be stored for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble e Bass Treble Midrange Press this knob to select BASS MIDRANGE or TREBLE Turn the knob to increase or to decrease If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble To adjust the bass midrange and treble to the middle position press and hold this knob when the tone control is...

Page 211: ...no tone or speaker control is displayed AUDIO SETTINGS CENTERED will appear on the display Finding a Category Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired category perform the following 1 Press the CAT button The last selected category will appear on the display 2 Turn the tune knob to select the category 3 Once the desired category is displayed press either SEEK arrow to take you to a category...

Page 212: ... the same category To turn alternate frequency on press and hold BAND for two seconds AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stations with a stronger frequency To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again for two seconds AF OFF will appear on the display The radio will not switch to other stations This function does not apply for XM Satellite Radio Service RDS Messag...

Page 213: ...ge is not available from a station NO INFO will appear on the display TRAF Traffic If TA appears on the display the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements and when a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it If the station does not broadcast traffic announcements press the TRAF button and the radio will seek to a station that does When a station that broadcasts...

Page 214: ...Messages Radio Display Message Condition Action Required XL Explicit Language Channels XL on the radio display after the channel name indicates content with explicit language These channels or any others can be blocked at a customer s request by calling 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 Updating Updating encryption code The encryption code in the receiver is being updated and no action is required This process ...

Page 215: ...ion is available at this time on this channel The system is working properly No Info Category Name not available No category information is available at this time on this channel The system is working properly No Info No Text Informational message available No text or informational messages are available at this time on this channel The system is working properly Not Found No channel available for...

Page 216: ...and the CD should begin playing If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it will stay in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD will start playing where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source When a CD is inserted CD and the CD symbol will appear on the display As each new track starts to play the track number will appear on the display The CD ...

Page 217: ...to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played Press the right arrow to go to the start of the next track If either arrow is held or pressed more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD BAND Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing The inactive CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening CD AU...

Page 218: ... error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section M Load Press this button to load CDs into the CD player This CD player will hold up to six CDs To insert one CD do the following 1 Turn the ignition on 2 Press and release the load button 3 When INSET CD appears on the display load a CD Insert the CD partway into the slot label side up The player will pull the CD in To insert mult...

Page 219: ...ll try to eject the CD several times before stopping Do not repeatedly press the eject button to eject a CD after you have tried to push it in manually The player s 25 second eject timer will reset at each press of eject causing the player to not eject the CD until the 25 second time period has elapsed O e Tune Turn this knob to go to the next or previous track Reverse Press and hold this button t...

Page 220: ...o the next track play for 10 seconds then go on to the next track Press either SCAN arrow again to stop scanning To scan all loaded CDs press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than four seconds until CD SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep Use this feature to listen to 10 seconds of the first track of each loaded CD Press either SCAN arrow again to stop scanning BAND Press this button...

Page 221: ... complexity and confusion in trying to locate a particular folder during playback If a CD contains more than the maximum of 50 folders 50 playlists 10 sessions and 255 files the player will let you access and navigate up to the maximum but all items over the maximum will be ignored Root Directory The root directory will be treated as a folder If the root directory has compressed audio files the di...

Page 222: ...he folder mode as the default display See the information button later in this section for more information The new track name will appear on the display File System and Naming The song name that will be displayed will be the song name that is contained in the ID3 tag If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag then the radio will display the file name without the extension such as mp3 as the t...

Page 223: ... track in the next folder Press and hold this button to fast forward the current track RDM Random Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order on one CD one folder or all of the loaded CDs To use random do one of the following To play the tracks on the CD you are listening to in random order press and release this button until RANDOM DISC appears on the display To pl...

Page 224: ...ect Press this button to eject a CD Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off Using R Song List Mode Single CD MP3 and Six Disc CD This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections To save tracks into the song list feature perform the following steps 1 Turn the CD player on and load it with at least one CD 2 Check to see that the CD player is not in song list mode S LIST sho...

Page 225: ...ld the song list button for more than four seconds One beep will be heard SONGLIST EMPTY will appear on the display indicating the song list has been deleted If a CD is ejected and the song list contains saved tracks from that CD those tracks are automatically deleted from the song list Any tracks saved to the song list again are added to the bottom of the list To end song list mode press the song...

Page 226: ... the video screen below the auxiliary jacks Press this button while using RSA or when a DVD or CD is playing to blank the video screen and to mute the audio The power indicator lights on the DVD player will flash Turning on the parental control will also disable all other button operations from the remote control and the DVD player except for the eject button Press this button again to restore ope...

Page 227: ...dio is dedicated to CHB or CH2 of the wireless headphones To adjust the volume on the wireless headphones use the volume control Notice Do not store the headphones in heat or direct sunlight This could damage the headphones and repairs would not be covered by your warranty Keep the headphones stored in a cool dry place If there is a decreased audio signal during CD MP3 or DVD play there may be a l...

Page 228: ... will play RSE audio DVD off RSA on The wired headphones will play RSA audio DVD on RSA on The wired headphones will play RSA audio Stereo RCA Jacks The RCA jacks are located behind the video screen on the DVD console The RCA jacks allow audio and video signals to be connected from an auxiliary device such as a camcorder or a video game unit to the RSE The yellow RCA jack is used for video inputs ...

Page 229: ...E system or an auxiliary device can be heard through all of the vehicle s speakers when the following occurs A DVD or auxiliary device is playing The front audio system is on and the CD AUX button is pressed to enable the RSE system DVD will appear on the radio display when the RSE system is on To turn the vehicles speakers on and off press the CD AUX button on the radio The audio from the RSE sys...

Page 230: ...a are supported by this DVD player DVD R DVD RW and copy protected CDs may or may not be supported by the DVD player The DVD player does not support DVD RAM DVD ROM DVD R DVD R W and DVD audio media An error message will appear on the display if this type of media is inserted into the DVD player If an error message appears on the video screen see DVD Messages later in this section DVD Player Butto...

Page 231: ...hen press the play pause button on the player faceplate or on the remote control You can also press the CD AUX button on the radio faceplate until RSE appears on the display to start playing a disc Some DVDs will not allow fast forwarding or skipping of the copyright information or previews Some DVDs will begin playing after the previews have finished If the DVD does not begin playing at the main ...

Page 232: ...line of sight will affect the function of the remote control Notice Storing the remote control in a hot area or in direct sunlight may damage it and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty Keep the remote control stored in a cool dry place Remote Control Buttons O Power Press this button to turn the DVD player on and off P Backlight Press this button to turn the remote control backlighti...

Page 233: ... disc is playing to pause it Press it again to continue playing the disc t Prior Chapter Track Press this button to go to the beginning of the current chapter or track Press this button again to return to the previous chapter or track This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or previews u Next Chapter Track Press this button to go to the beginning of the next chap...

Page 234: ...D Menu To use the RSE OSD menu when using a DVD or an auxiliary device do the following To access this menu press the display button on the remote control Once the menu is on the screen use the directional arrows and the enter button to navigate the screen This menu will let you select default preferences for video format language preference brightness color contrast and tint Not all DVDs support ...

Page 235: ...dry place Tips and Troubleshooting Chart Problem Recommended Action No power The ignition may not be in ACCESSORY RUN or RAP Disc will not play The system might be off The parental control button might have been pressed The power indicator lights will flash The system might be in auxiliary source mode Press the AUX button to switch between the DVD player and the auxiliary source The disc is upside...

Page 236: ...r on both sides or it looks stretched out Video mode may not be correctly set See RSE OSD earlier in this section Problem Recommended Action I ejected the disc and tried to take it out but it was pulled back into the slot Press the eject button once The language in the audio or on the screen is wrong Press the main menu button on the remote control and change the audio or language selection on the...

Page 237: ...ed Try cleaning the disc Problem Recommended Action The fast forward reverse previous and next functions do not work Some commands that do one thing for DVDs will not always work or perform the same function for audio CDs or games These functions may also be disabled when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews When RSA is on these buttons control RSA functions My disc is stuc...

Page 238: ...F 60 C could damage the DVD system Operate the DVD system under normal or comfortable cabin temperature ranges See your GM dealer if the problem persists Problem Recommended Action The wireless headphones have audio distortion Verify that the headphones are facing to the front of the vehicle left and right sides are indicated on the headphones to ensure that the signal is received properly Verify ...

Page 239: ...you try to play or eject a disc that is not in the player X A white X will be displayed in the upper left corner of the video screen if the operation that has been selected is not currently available DVD Distortion There may be an experience with video distortion when operating cellular phones scanners CB radios Global Position Systems GPS two way radios mobile fax or walkie talkies It may be nece...

Page 240: ... The DVD or auxiliary device will always be available on channel CHA or CH1 of the wireless headphones All other RSA sources are available on CHB or CH2 of the wireless and wired headphones If the RSA is off the wired headphones will provide DVD or auxiliary device audio You will not be able to listen to XM on CHB or CH2 if you are listening to a DVD or an auxiliary device on CHB or CH2 and vice v...

Page 241: ...e front seat passengers are listening to a CD SRCE Source Press this button to switch between playing the AM FM tuner front CD player and XM Satellite Radio Service if equipped If one of the sources are not loaded the system will skip over the source when this button is pressed X Headphone Press the right or the left headphone button to enable volume control of the wired headphone connected to the...

Page 242: ...ow to go to the next or previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either arrow for two seconds until FREQUENCY SCAN appears on the display The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go to the next station Press either arrow again to stop scanning The sound will mute while seeking or scanning The radio will only seek or scan stations with a strong signal that a...

Page 243: ...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 signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to fade in and out XM Satellite Radio Service XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast to coast Just as with ...

Page 244: ...t by hand If the mast is badly bent replace it Check occasionally to make sure the mast is still tightened to the antenna base located on the hood of the vehicle If tightening is required tighten by hand XM Satellite Radio Antenna System The XM Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of your vehicle Keep this antenna clear of snow and ice build up for clear radio reception Loading items ont...

Page 245: ... Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 18 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 19 City Driving 4 22 Freeway Driving 4 23 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 24 Highway Hypnosis 4 25 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 25 Winter Driving 4 27 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 31 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 32 Loading Your Vehicle 4 32 Towing 4 37 Towing Your Vehicle 4 37 Rec...

Page 246: ...ions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It is the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on...

Page 247: ...motor vehicle related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol with more than 300 000 people injured Many adults by some estimates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The...

Page 248: ... 4 ounce 120 ml glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1 1 2 ounces 45 ml of liquors like whiskey gin or vodka It is the amount of alcohol that counts For example if the same person drank three double martinis 3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each within an hour the person s BAC would be close to 0 12 percent A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lowe...

Page 249: ... at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 times greater The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up I will be careful is not the right answer What if there is an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quick...

Page 250: ... 20 m That could be a lot of distance in an emergency so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road whether it is pavement or gravel the condition of the road whether it is wet dry or icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avo...

Page 251: ...notice that your brake pedal moves or pulses 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 38 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 ...

Page 252: ... pedal 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 feel a slight brake peda...

Page 253: ...r the system working but this is normal If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may re engage the cruise control This warning light will come on to let you know if there is a problem with your traction control system When this warning li...

Page 254: ...ction and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in most driving conditions When you first start your vehicle and begin to drive away the system performs several diagnostic checks to insure there are no problems You may hear or feel the system working This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with your vehicle If the system fails to tur...

Page 255: ...ree it See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 4 32 and If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 31 Traction Control Operation The traction control system is part of the StabiliTrak system Traction control limits wheel spin by reducing engine power to the wheels engine speed management and by applying brakes to each individual wheel brake traction control as necessary The ...

Page 256: ...eels begin to slip the rear wheels will automatically begin to drive the vehicle as required There may be a slight engagement noise during hard use but this is normal During heavy AWD applications the engine torque may be reduced to protect AWD system components If the vehicle is exposed to extended heavy AWD usage the AWD system will shut itself off to protect the system from overheating When the...

Page 257: ... to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions Under less favorable conditions you will want to go slower If you need 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 th...

Page 258: ...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 259: ...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 260: ... 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 261: ...ns 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 reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your veh...

Page 262: ...our 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 differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your ...

Page 263: ...eatedly 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 for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and are not even aware of it Driving in...

Page 264: ...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 a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car w...

Page 265: ...r 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 water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle If this happens you and other vehicle...

Page 266: ...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 23 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 267: ...ve 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 with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your ...

Page 268: ...ey 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 willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can ch...

Page 269: ...eave 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 mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest...

Page 270: ...r with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your ...

Page 271: ... a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet 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 betwe...

Page 272: ...r Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 31 Even though your vehicle has TCS you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions Under certain conditions you may want to turn the TCS off such as when driving through deep snow and loose gravel to help maintain vehicle motion at lower speeds See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 9 If you do not have TCS accelera...

Page 273: ...n overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are ne...

Page 274: ...nd check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as 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 i...

Page 275: ...known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you are stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Do not spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 ...

Page 276: ...you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 37 Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may...

Page 277: ...For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 47 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 53 There is also important loading information on the vehicle Certification Tire label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axle See Certification Tire Label later in this section Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit ...

Page 278: ...ilable cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity for your vehicle See Towing a Trailer on page 4 39 for important information on towing a trailer towing safety rules and trailering tips I...

Page 279: ...pacity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Example 2 ...

Page 280: ...o to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do p...

Page 281: ...d down unless you need to Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 5 If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motorhome see Recreational Vehicle Towing following Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle tow...

Page 282: ...d with any of its wheels on the ground It can be towed with car carrier equipment Notice Towing an all wheel drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground or even with only two of its wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components Do not tow an all wheel drive vehicle if any of its wheels will be on the ground Dolly Towing If you have a two wheel drive vehicle it can be towed with its t...

Page 283: ... equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle Notice Pulling a trailer improperly...

Page 284: ...rtant points There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police Consider using a sway control See Hitches later in this section Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 800 km your new...

Page 285: ...000 lbs 3 175 kg Two Wheel Drive Long Wheel Base 3 29 3 500 lbs 1 588 kg 8 500 lbs 3 856 kg All Wheel Drive 3 29 3 500 lbs 1 588 kg 8 500 lbs 3 856 kg The Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers cargo equipment and conversion The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded You can ask your dealer for ...

Page 286: ...ow And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 32 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you are using a weight carrying or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B Do no...

Page 287: ...a properly mounted weight carrying hitch and sway control of the proper size This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you are driving Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do remember to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you do not seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your ex...

Page 288: ...hicle carbon monoxide CO could come into your vehicle You cannot see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness or death See Engine Exhaust on page 2 40 To maximize your safety when towing a trailer Have your exhaust system inspected for leaks and make necessary repairs before starting on your trip Keep the rear most windows closed If exhaust does come into your vehicle through a window in the rear ...

Page 289: ...tay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You will need more passing distance up ahead when you are towing a trailer And because you are a good deal longer you will need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your la...

Page 290: ...ht have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well If you are towing a trailer that weighs more than 1 000 lbs 450 kg you may prefer to drive in THIRD 3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D or as you need to a lower gear This will minimize heat build up and extend the life of your transaxle Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer ...

Page 291: ...r See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid engine oil belts cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you are trailering it is a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hi...

Page 292: ... NOTES 4 48 ...

Page 293: ...ated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 26 Cooling System 5 26 Power Steering Fluid 5 32 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 32 Brakes 5 33 Battery 5 36 Jump Starting 5 36 All Wheel Drive 5 41 Bulb Replacement 5 42 Halogen Bulbs 5 43 Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps 5 43 Front Turn Signal Parking and Daytime Running Lamps DRL 5 44 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 45 Replacement Bulbs 5 46 W...

Page 294: ...e 5 81 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 81 Finish Care 5 81 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades 5 82 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 82 Tires 5 83 Sheet Metal Damage 5 83 Finish Damage 5 83 Underbody Maintenance 5 84 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 84 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 84 Vehicle Identification 5 85 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 85 Service Parts Identification Label 5 86 Ele...

Page 295: ...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 296: ...e 1 66 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record on page 6 14 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 attempt...

Page 297: ...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 problem exists or that a higher octane fuel is necessary If you are using 87 octane or higher octane fuel and hear heavy knocking your engine needs service Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet...

Page 298: ... 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 additive required to meet U S Environmental Protection Agency regulations General Motors recomme...

Page 299: ... the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for service Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Nev...

Page 300: ... refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver s side of the vehicle When the fuel door is opened on a vehicle with dual s...

Page 301: ... the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 40 The CHECK GAS CAP message will be displayed in the Driver Information Center DIC if the fuel cap is not properly installed See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 51 for more info...

Page 302: ...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 303: ...its storage clip The hood prop may be hot due to increased engine temperatures under the hood so be careful when handling it Use your hood prop sleeve when handling the hood prop 5 Put the end of the hood prop into the slot in the underside of the hood on the driver s side of the vehicle It is marked by an arrow Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Lift the hood to r...

Page 304: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood here is what you will see 5 12 ...

Page 305: ...linder Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 5 33 J Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 17 K Engine Coolant Recovery Tank See Cooling System on page 5 26 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine o...

Page 306: ...es and Specifications on page 5 93 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the 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 ...

Page 307: ...arburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil 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 show...

Page 308: ...arnings and Messages on page 3 51 Change your oil as soon as possible within the next 600 miles 1 000 km 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 Your dealer has GM trained peop...

Page 309: ...il products Used oil can be a threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into 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 dea...

Page 310: ...ttom of the housing 6 Latch the hooks to secure the panel in place If the panel moves easily check that the tabs are seated correctly in the slots 7 Put the duct back on and reinstall the clamps CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flame if the engine backfires If it is not there a...

Page 311: ...c Transaxle Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick Notice Too much or too little fluid can damage the transaxle Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine or exhau...

Page 312: ...RK P Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps The automatic transaxle dipstick is located toward the back of the engine compartment next to the brake master cylinder reservoir The dipstick handle is a red loop See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location 1 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a c...

Page 313: ...correct fluid level 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 five 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 ...

Page 314: ...and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If 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 yea...

Page 315: ...ecovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene 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...

Page 316: ...you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it o...

Page 317: ...e or so 1 If your air conditioner is on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary 3 If you are in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning d...

Page 318: ...dicate an overheat condition exists Driving extended miles km and or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided Notice After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode to avoid engine damage allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair The engine oil will be severely degraded Repair the cause of coolant loss change the oil and reset the oil life sys...

Page 319: ...if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running If they are not your vehicle needs service Notice Engine damage...

Page 320: ... but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the full ...

Page 321: ...have to turn the pressure cap How to Add Coolant to the Radiator Notice Your engine has a specific radiator fill procedure Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged 1 You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly countercloc...

Page 322: ...ne cools open the coolant air bleed valves There are two bleed valves One is located on the thermostat housing The other is located on the thermostat bypass tube 4 Fill the radiator with the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 21 for more information about the proper coolant mixture If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed v...

Page 323: ...lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up with the vent tube 9 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to...

Page 324: ...e the cap and completely tighten it 5 Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick When the engine compartment is hot the level should be at the H hot mark When it is cold the level should be at the C cold mark If the fluid is at the ADD mark you should add fluid What Power Steering Fluid to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on pag...

Page 325: ...g 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 brake 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 rese...

Page 326: ...OT 3 brake fluid Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 11 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 even work at all This could cause a ...

Page 327: ...ld result in costly brake 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 specifi...

Page 328: ...eplacement 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 Vehicle Storage If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative ...

Page 329: ...d connection you do not want You would not be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put an automatic transaxle in PARK P or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake Notice If you leave your radio or ...

Page 330: ...away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it ...

Page 331: ...ttery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Do not let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not let the other end touch anything until the nex...

Page 332: ...t B Good Battery or Remote Positive Terminal C Dead Battery or Remote Positive 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 Disconnec...

Page 333: ...w often to check the lubricant See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole located on the transfer case you will need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Sch...

Page 334: ...he filler plug hole located on the differential you will need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole A fluid loss could indicate a problem check and have it repaired if needed What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 11 Bulb Replacement For th...

Page 335: ...e bulb package Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps A High beam Headlamp B Low beam Headlamp C Sidemarker Lamp To replace one of these bulbs do the following 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 11 for more information 2 Remove the headlamp retainer pin A by turning it towards the headlamp assembly and pulling it straight out 3 Remove the screw B from the top of the headlamp assembly 5 43 ...

Page 336: ...bly and turning it clockwise to secure 9 Reverse the steps to reinstall the headlamp assembly Front Turn Signal Parking and Daytime Running Lamps DRL To replace one of these bulbs A do the following 1 Follow the Steps 1 through 4 to remove the headlamp assembly See Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps on page 5 43 for more information 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove from the assembly 3...

Page 337: ...rom the taillamp housing on the inboard side 3 Pull out the taillamp housing 4 Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the taillamp assembly A Stoplamp Taillamp B Turn Signal Lamp C Back up Lamp Bulb 5 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove 6 Replace the bulb by pulling the old bulb out of the socket and gently pushing in a new bulb 7 Replace the bulb socket by inserting and turning ...

Page 338: ...ndshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more information Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 13 To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly do the followin...

Page 339: ...ormation refer to the tire manufacturer s booklet included with your vehicle s Owner Manual CAUTION Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 32 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting ac...

Page 340: ... 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 341: ... 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 342: ...tter 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 index can range from 1 to 279 ...

Page 343: ...so identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 32 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 32 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 32 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that must...

Page 344: ...t which a tire can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 55 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Gra...

Page 345: ...latch This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry and an example of the tir...

Page 346: ...mended amount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Re check the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture 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...

Page 347: ...l to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 62 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...

Page 348: ...owed by 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 p...

Page 349: ...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 350: ...ive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis However if you notice unusua...

Page 351: ...ires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chass...

Page 352: ...just or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle and do not spin your vehicle s wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front tires Accessory Inflator Your vehicle has an accessory inflator With it you can inflate things like air mattresses and basketballs and you can also use it to bring your tires up to the proper pressure The accessory inflator is loca...

Page 353: ... light does not come on the fuse may be blown or installed incorrectly See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 87 or see your dealer for service Your accessory inflator will automatically shut off after about 10 minutes The light in the switch will blink After about one minute you can use the system again Press the switch and the indicator light will come on Notice If you run the accessory inflat...

Page 354: ...tor 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 the appropriate safety equipment and training The jack provided with your vehicle is designed only for chang...

Page 355: ...ngine 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 vehicle When your vehicle has a flat tire use the following example as a guide to...

Page 356: ...emove the convenience net if equipped 3 Open the jack storage compartment by lifting the tab and pulling the cover off A Jack B Strap C Bracket D Wing Nut E Jacking Instructions F Bag and Tools G Tire Bag and Cable Storage 4 Remove the jack A and jacking tools F by loosening and then removing the wing nut D and bracket C 5 Separate the plastic pouch from the jack and remove the jacking tools inclu...

Page 357: ...e on page 5 77 for more information about the compact spare To remove the compact spare tire do the following A Hoist Shaft B Hoist Assembly C Retainer D Compact Spare Tire E Extension Chisel End F Folding Wrench 1 Attach the folding wrench F to the extension E and insert the chisel end on an angle through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft A 5 65 ...

Page 358: ... up You can not store a full size tire under the vehicle It should be stowed inside the vehicle by the cable provided See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools on page 5 74 for more information 4 Remove the compact spare tire from the cable If the compact spare tire will not lower check under the vehicle to see if the tire is hanging loose and the cable end and spring under the wheel plate are mi...

Page 359: ...e handle counterclockwise about 180 degrees then flip the handle back to the starting position This avoids taking the wrench off the lug nut for each turn For wheels equipped with a wheel lock key use the wheel lock key between the lock nut and folding wrench The key is supplied in the front passenger door pocket Notice If your vehicle has wheel locks and you use an impact wrench to remove the whe...

Page 360: ...he jack head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle s frame nearest the flat tire 3 Do not raise the vehicle yet 4 Put the compact spare tire near you CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the ...

Page 361: ...h clockwise to raise the jack head approximately 3 inches 7 6 cm 6 Raise the vehicle by turning the folding wrench clockwise in the jack Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit under the wheel well 5 69 ...

Page 362: ... any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off 8 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose ...

Page 363: ...k on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 10 Lower the vehicle by attaching the folding wheel wrench to the jack and turning the wrench counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 5 71 ...

Page 364: ...proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 93 for the wheel nut torque specification 11 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown Notice Wheel covers will not fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare you could damage the cover or the spare 12 Do not try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare tire It will no...

Page 365: ...he procedure could be injured by the jack If the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from the spare To release the spare tire from the secondary latch do the following 1 Place the jack under the vehicle ahead of the rear bumper Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the compact sp...

Page 366: ...nd remove the folding wrench and jack Have the hoist assembly inspected as soon as you can You will not be able to store a spare or flat tire using the hoist assembly until it has been repaired or replaced Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipme...

Page 367: ...self as well Be sure the underbody mounted spare tire is stored with its valve stem pointing down To store the flat tire in the vehicle do the following 1 Remove the tire storage bag and cable package from the jack storage area 2 Remove the small center cap by tapping the back of the cap with the extension of the shaft if the vehicle has aluminum wheels 3 Put the flat tire in the tire storage bag ...

Page 368: ...he metal tube is centered at the striker Push the tube towards the front of the vehicle 8 Close the liftgate and make sure it is latched properly To store the tools do the following A Strap B Bag and Tools C Jack Put back all tools as they were stored in the jack storage compartment and put the compartment cover back on 5 76 ...

Page 369: ...r convenience Of course it is best to replace the spare with a full size tire as soon as possible The spare tire will last longer and be in good shape in case it is needed again 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 y...

Page 370: ... 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 the fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it...

Page 371: ... 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 drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed using the club soda water instructions given earlier in this section If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat the...

Page 372: ...ndshield 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 surface finish Glass Surfaces Notice If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on your vehicle you could scratch the glass When cleaning the glass on your vehicle use only a soft cloth and glass cleaner Glass should be cl...

Page 373: ...n chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle on page 5 81 Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by...

Page 374: ...blade with water Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary replace blades that look worn Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels The vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum or chrome plated wheels Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied Notice If you use stro...

Page 375: ...e cleaner Notice Using petroleum based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint finish and or tires When applying a tire dressing always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle Sheet Metal Damage If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to parts repaired or rep...

Page 376: ... ring shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this GM will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first Vehicle Care Appearance Materials See your GM dealer for more information on purc...

Page 377: ...vinyl and cloth upholstery Odor Eliminator Odorless spray odor eliminator used on fabrics vinyl leather and carpet See your General Motors parts department for these products See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 11 Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is the legal identifier for your vehicle It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on th...

Page 378: ...trical Equipment Notice Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn t be covered by your warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle see Se...

Page 379: ... breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identica...

Page 380: ...Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is located under the instrument panel on the passenger s side of the vehicle Your vehicle may not have all of the fuses listed 5 88 ...

Page 381: ... Stoplamp Turn Lamps 13 Heated Seats 14 Blank 15 Electronic Level Control 16 Heated Mirror 17 Center High Mounted Stoplamp Back up Lamps 18 Blank 19 Canister Ventilation Fuses Usage 20 Park Lamps 21 Power Sliding Door 22 Blank 23 Blank 24 Left Power Sliding Door 25 Right Power Sliding Door Relays Usage 26 Blank 27 Blank 28 Park Lamps 29 Retained Accessory Power 30 Rear Defog PLR Fuse Puller Circui...

Page 382: ...hood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located in the engine compartment For more information on location see Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 Your vehicle may not have all the fuses listed 5 90 ...

Page 383: ... 10 Not Used 11 Transmission Solenoid 12 Right Low Beam Fuses Usage 13 Anti lock Brake System 14 Powertrain Control Module Ignition 15 Electronic Ignition 16 Fuel Injector 17 Climate Control RPA Cruise Control 18 Electronic Throttle Control 19 Engine Sensor Evaporator 20 Airbag 21 Not Used 22 Emission All Wheel Drive 23 Auxiliary Power 24 Front Windshield Washer 25 AC DC Inverter 26 Rear Blower 27...

Page 384: ...gh 35 Battery Main 3 36 Rear Defogger 37 Battery Main 2 38 Battery Main 1 Relays Usage RUN RLY Starter LO BEAM Low Beam FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump HORN Horn AC CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch HI BEAM High Beam PWR TRN Powertrain WPR2 Wiper 2 WPR1 Wiper 1 FAN 1 Fan 1 CRNK Crank IGN MAIN Ignition Main FAN2 Fan 2 FAN3 Fan 3 BLANK Not Used 5 92 ...

Page 385: ...eplacement 7 4 quarts 7 0 L AWD Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement 8 7 quarts 8 3 L Cooling System Front A C 11 3 quarts 10 7 L Front and Rear A C 12 8 quarts 12 2 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 5 quarts 4 3 L Fuel Capacity Regular 20 0 gallons 75 7 L Extended 25 1 gallons 95 0 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 ft lb 140 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate...

Page 386: ... NOTES 5 94 ...

Page 387: ...dule 6 3 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 At Each Fuel Fill 6 8 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 11 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 13 Maintenance Record 6 14 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Page 388: ...ary 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 All recommended maintenance is important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the...

Page 389: ...riven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 5 The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 should be performed when indicated See Additional Required Services on page 6 6 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 6 7 for further information CAUTION Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous In trying to do some jo...

Page 390: ...as GM trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally you must service your vehicle within 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last service Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 5 16 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and ...

Page 391: ...ootnotes and g Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 54 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling sy...

Page 392: ...aks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 17 An Emission Control Service Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter severe service See footnote h Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter normal service Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system serv...

Page 393: ...ittings and clamps replace with genuine GM parts as needed To help ensure proper operation a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is recommended at least once a year d Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshi...

Page 394: ...es k A fluid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired and the fluid level checked Add fluid if needed Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle Your GM Goodwrench dealer can assist you with these ch...

Page 395: ...rotation may be required for high mileage highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System service notification Check the tires for wear and if necessary rotate the tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 54 At Least Once a Year Starter Switch 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 yo...

Page 396: ...ever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position The ignition should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK P The key should come out only in LOCK Contact your GM Goodwrench deale...

Page 397: ... materials from the underbody Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer Usage Fluid Lubricant Engine Oil Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Eng...

Page 398: ...Power Transfer Unit VERSATRAK Fluid GM Part No U S 12378514 in Canada 88901045 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges Rear Folding Seat Fuel Door Hinge Liftgate Hinges Power Sliding Door ...

Page 399: ...btained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 12565752 A 2946C Engine Oil Filter 25010792 PF 47 Spark Plugs 12568387 41 101 Wiper Blades Hook Type Driver s Side 22 0 inches 55 0 cm 15192143 Passenger s Side 24 0 inches 60 0 cm 15192144 Rear 16 0 inches 40 0 cm 15192147 6 13 ...

Page 400: ...ices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 8 can be added on the following record pages You should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 14 ...

Page 401: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 15 ...

Page 402: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16 ...

Page 403: ...gram 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 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 10 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 11 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Section 7 Customer Assistance and ...

Page 404: ...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 405: ...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 406: ...nter 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 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313 381 0022 Canada Customer Assis...

Page 407: ... 800 833 9935 GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program Call 1 800 252 1112 for Buick Roadside Assistance As the proud owner of a new Buick vehicle you are automatically enrolled in the Buick Roadside Assistance program This value added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you driv...

Page 408: ...hone number of your location Location of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number Mileage Vehicle Identification Number and delivery date of the vehicle Description of the problem While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service it is added security while traveling for you and your family Remember we are only a phone call away Buick Roadside Assistance 1 800 252 1112 text ...

Page 409: ...eds your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to ...

Page 410: ...letion of the repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper to Bumper warranty coverage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warrant...

Page 411: ...position vehicle speed safety belt usage airbag readiness airbag performance and the severity of a collision This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes these on board systems do not record sounds such as conversation of vehicle occupants To read th...

Page 412: ... similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to ...

Page 413: ...ervice Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc Transmission Transaxle Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures adjustments and specifications for GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service inf...

Page 414: ...ations are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc on the World Wide Web at www helminc com Or you can write to Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 Prices are su...

Page 415: ... Wheel Drive 5 41 All Wheel Drive AWD System 2 36 All Wheel Drive AWD System 4 12 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 114 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 114 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 4 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 38 Appearance Care 5 77 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 82 Care of Safety Belts 5 80 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 84 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 81 Fabric Carpet 5 78 Fin...

Page 416: ...ing in Emergencies 4 8 Break In New Vehicle 2 30 Bulb Replacement 5 42 Front Turn Signal Parking and Daytime Running Lamps 5 44 Halogen Bulbs 5 43 Replacement Bulbs 5 46 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 45 Buying New Tires 5 56 C California Fuel 5 6 Canadian Owners ii Capacities and Specifications 5 93 Captain Chairs Rear 1 7 Carbon Monoxide 2 22 2 40 4 27 4 39 Care of Safety Be...

Page 417: ...5 84 Vinyl 5 79 Washing Your Vehicle 5 81 Weatherstrips 5 81 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades 5 82 Climate Control System Dual 3 25 Outlet Adjustment 3 28 Rear 3 29 Comfort Guides Rear Safety Belt 1 31 Compact Spare Tire 5 77 Content Theft Deterrent 2 26 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Convenience Center 2 53 Convenience Net 2 52 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 3 39 Heater Engine 2 32 Cooling System...

Page 418: ...tion Safety Belt 1 21 Driver Information Center DIC 3 45 DIC Operation and Displays 3 46 DIC Vehicle Personalization 3 68 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 51 Driving At Night 4 18 City 4 22 Defensive 4 2 Drunken 4 3 Freeway 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 25 In Rain and on Wet Roads 4 19 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 4 32 Winter 4 27 Dual Climate Control System 3 25 DVD Rear Seat Entertainment Syst...

Page 419: ...7 Finish Damage 5 83 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 114 Flash to Pass 3 8 Flat Tire 5 62 Flat Tire Changing 5 62 Flat Tire Storing 5 74 Fluid Automatic Transaxle 5 19 Power Steering 5 32 Windshield Washer 5 32 Folding Tray 2 51 Front Console Storage Area 2 50 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 8 Fuels in Foreign Coun...

Page 420: ...3 Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps 5 43 High Low Beam Changer 3 8 Headlamps cont On Reminder 3 15 Wiper Activated 3 15 Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps 5 43 Heated Seats 1 4 Heater 3 25 Highbeam On Light 3 44 Highway Hypnosis 4 25 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 25 HomeLink Wireless Control System 2 44 HomeLink Wireless Control System Operation 2 45 Hood Checking Things Under 5 10 Release 5 11 Horn 3 6 How ...

Page 421: ...rbag Readiness 3 34 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 3 38 Brake System Warning 3 37 Charging System 3 37 Cruise Control 3 43 Highbeam On 3 44 Low Fuel Warning 3 44 Malfunction Indicator 3 40 Oil Pressure 3 42 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 35 Safety Belt Reminder 3 33 Security 3 43 TCS Warning Light 3 39 Traction Control System TCS Warning 3 39 Lighting Delayed 3 18 Entry 3 17 Exit 3 18 Loading...

Page 422: ...sing 6 3 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 40 Manual Passenger Seat 1 3 Memory Seat 2 54 Message DIC Warnings and Messages 3 51 Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror 2 41 Manual Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature 3 34 Outside Convex Mirror 2 42 Outside Heated Mirrors 2 42 Outside Power Mirrors 2 41 MyGMLink com 7 3 N Navigation Radio System 3 96 New Vehicle Brea...

Page 423: ...us Indicator 3 35 Passenger Sensing System 1 62 Passing 4 15 PASS Key III 2 28 PASS Key III Operation 2 28 Power Accessory Outlets 3 23 Door Locks 2 11 Eight Way Seats 1 4 Electrical System 5 87 Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current 3 24 Rear Quarter Windows 2 25 Retained Accessory RAP 2 31 Six Way Seats 1 3 Sliding Door 2 16 Steering Fluid 5 32 Windows 2 25 Pretensioners Safety Belt 1 34 Programmab...

Page 424: ... the Spare Tire and Tools 5 64 Replacement Bulbs 5 46 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 7 10 General Motors 7 11 United States Government 7 10 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems 1 67 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 68 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 31 Right Front Passenger Position Safety Belts 1 29 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Rocking Your Vehicle...

Page 425: ...3 Service 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 5 Doing Your Own Work 5 4 Service cont Engine Soon Light 3 40 Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 66 Setting the Time 3 77 Sheet Metal Damage 5 83 Shifting Into Park P 2 38 Shifting Out of Park P 2 39 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 28 Signals Turn and Lane Change 3 7 Sliding Door Power 2 16...

Page 426: ...t 1 12 Tilt Wheel 3 6 Tires 5 47 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels Cleaning 5 82 Buying New Tires 5 56 Chains 5 60 Changing a Flat Tire 5 62 Cleaning 5 83 Compact Spare Tire 5 77 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 62 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 53 Inspection and Rotation 5 54 Installing the Spare Tire 5 67 Removing the Flat Tire 5 67 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 64 Secondary Latch System 5 72 Storing a Fla...

Page 427: ...ne Change Signals 3 7 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3 7 U Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA 3 20 Understanding Radio Reception 3 113 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 57 V Vehicle Control 4 6 Damage Warnings iv Loading 4 32 Symbols iv Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 85 Service Parts Identification Label 5 86 Vehicle Personalization DIC 3 68...

Page 428: ...e Balance 5 58 Replacement 5 58 Where to Put the Restraint 1 43 Windows 2 24 Power 2 25 Power Rear Quarter 2 25 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 82 Windshield Washer 3 9 Fluid 5 32 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 46 Fuses 5 87 Windshield Wipers 3 9 Winter Driving 4 27 Wiper Activated Headlamps 3 15 X XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 114 Y Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 ...

Reviews:

No comments