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Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual - 2011

Driving and Operating

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Driving and
Operating

Driving Information

Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6
Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . 9-8
Highway Hypnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . 9-9
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9
If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . 9-11
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . 9-12

Starting and Operating

New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . 9-17
Ignition Positions (Key

Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18

Ignition Positions (Keyless

Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19

Retained Accessory

Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21

Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . 9-21
Engine Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25
Shifting Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . 9-26
Parking Over Things

That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-27

Engine Exhaust

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-27
Running the Vehicle While

Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-28

Automatic Transmission

Automatic Transmission . . . . . 9-28
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30

Drive Systems

All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-32

Brakes

Antilock Brake

System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-32

Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-33
Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-35

Ride Control Systems

Traction Control

System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-35

Electronic Stability

Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-37

Limited-Slip Differential . . . . . . 9-38
Selective Ride Control . . . . . . . 9-38

Cruise Control

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-39

Object Detection Systems

Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 9-42
Side Blind Zone

Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-44

Rear Vision

Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-46

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Summary of Contents for 2011 Lacrosse

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Page 2: ...es 4 2 Instruments and Controls 5 1 Controls 5 2 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 8 Information Displays 5 23 Vehicle Messages 5 30 Vehicle Personalization 5 36 Universal Remote System 5 42 Ligh...

Page 3: ...and Tires 10 46 Jump Starting 10 84 Towing 10 88 Appearance Care 10 91 Service and Maintenance 11 1 General Information 11 1 Scheduled Maintenance 11 2 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 7 Mai...

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Page 6: ...is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean For...

Page 7: ...Black plate 6 1 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual 2011 vi Introduction 2 NOTES...

Page 8: ...tment 1 11 Interior Lighting 1 11 Exterior Lighting 1 12 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 12 Climate Controls 1 13 Transmission 1 14 Vehicle Features Radio s 1 15 Satellite Radio 1 16 Portable Audio Devices...

Page 9: ...Black plate 2 1 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual 2011 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel...

Page 10: ...tion Indicator Lamp on page 5 14 K Cruise Control on page 9 39 L Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5 2 M Horn on page 5 3 N Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 2 O Ignition Positions Key Access on page...

Page 11: ...Q to lock all doors Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized Press and hold V to open the trunk Press and release 7 to locate the vehicle Press and hold 7 for more than two seconds to sound the p...

Page 12: ...to open it From the outside turn the key toward the front or rear of the vehicle or press the Q or K button on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation o...

Page 13: ...on page 3 7 Power Seats To adjust the seat Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the horizontal control forward or rearward Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front...

Page 14: ...er seat are used to save and recall memory settings for the driver seat and outside mirrors Storing Memory Positions To save into memory 1 Adjust the driver seat and seatback recliner and both outside...

Page 15: ...ization menu See Driver Seat Easy Exit under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 36 for more information Heated Seats On vehicles with this feature the buttons are near the climate controls To operate t...

Page 16: ...sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly Safety Belts on page 3 13 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3 16 Lap Shoulder Belt on page 3 21 Lower Anchors and Tethers...

Page 17: ...irror toward the vehicle Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position Automatic Dimming Feature The driver outside mirror automatically adjusts for the glare of the headlamps behind y...

Page 18: ...hting Dome Lamps The interior lamps control located in the overhead console controls both the front and rear interior lamps To operate press the following buttons Turns the lamps off 1 Turns the lamps...

Page 19: ...er DIC uplevel display See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 23 Turns on the parking lamps together with the sidemarker lamps taillamps license plate lamps and instrument panel lights 2 Turns on...

Page 20: ...e windshield wiper lever to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers See Windshield Wiper Washer on page 5 3 Climate Controls The heating cooling and ventilation for the vehicle can be co...

Page 21: ...ure Control H AUTO I Rear Window Defogger J Heated Steering Wheel K Air Conditioning L ZONE See Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 1 If Equipped or Dual Automatic Climate Control System on pag...

Page 22: ...avorite pages can be set To store the station to a position in the list press the corresponding numeric button 1 6 until the station can be heard again For more information see Storing and Retrieving...

Page 23: ...USB port located in the center console External devices such as iPods laptop computers MP3 players CD changers and USB storage devices may be connected depending on the audio system For more informat...

Page 24: ...An indicator light will turn on or off in the instrument panel cluster Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory RES Move the thumbwheel up to make the vehicle resume...

Page 25: ...information see Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 23 Vehicle Personalization Some vehicle features can be programmed by using the audio system controls These features include Climate and Air Qu...

Page 26: ...ions Key Access on page 9 18 or Ignition Positions Keyless Access on page 9 19 or Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 21 The sunroof switches are on the overhead console The passenger side switch o...

Page 27: ...icle in difficult driving conditions The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started To turn off both traction control and ESC press and hold g located on the console to the right...

Page 28: ...unctures in the tread area of the tire See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10 70 for complete operating information If the vehicle came with a jack and spare tire see If a Tire Goes Flat on pa...

Page 29: ...ance Program U S 1 800 252 1112 TTY Users 1 888 889 2438 Canada 1 800 268 6800 As the owner of a new Buick you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program This program provides techn...

Page 30: ...r Hands Free Calling and Turn by Turn Navigation Automatic Crash Response Emergency Services Crisis Assist Stolen Vehicle Assistance Vehicle Diagnostics Remote Door Unlock Roadside Assistance Turn by...

Page 31: ...ce to you such as hills tall buildings tunnels weather electrical system design and architecture of your vehicle damage to important parts of your vehicle in a crash or wireless phone network congesti...

Page 32: ...Delayed Locking 2 11 Safety Locks 2 12 Doors Trunk 2 12 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security 2 14 Anti Theft Alarm System 2 14 Immobilizer 2 14 Immobilizer Operation Key Access 2 14 Immobilizer Operatio...

Page 33: ...h children WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the keyless access transmitter is dangerous for many reasons children or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power...

Page 34: ...3 7 or Roadside Assistance Program Mexico on page 13 9 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 18 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commi...

Page 35: ...n If the passenger door is open when Q is pressed all doors lock Pressing Q may also arm the theft deterrent system See Anti Theft Alarm System on page 2 14 K Unlock Press to unlock the driver door or...

Page 36: ...ntry transmitter should be within 1 m 3 feet of the door or trunk being opened Keyless Unlocking With the keyless entry transmitter within 1 m 3 feet approach the front door and pull the handle to unl...

Page 37: ...w must be with you 1 Place the recognized transmitter s in the cupholder 2 Insert the vehicle key of the new transmitter into the key lock cylinder located on the outside of the driver door and turn t...

Page 38: ...ne Start Button To Learn and then press the ignition The DIC displays will again show Remote Learn Pending Please Wait 3 Repeat Step 2 two additional times After the third time all previously known tr...

Page 39: ...the battery if the Replace Battery in Remote Key message displays in the DIC See Replace Battery in Remote Key under Key and Lock Messages on page 5 34 The battery is not rechargeable To replace the...

Page 40: ...N START ignition position is selected Keyless Access the climate control system will turn on at the setting the vehicle was set to when the vehicle was last turned off Vehicles with heated or heated a...

Page 41: ...P Park Door Locks WARNING Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a...

Page 42: ...on on page 5 36 Power Door Locks K Unlock Press to unlock all doors Q Lock Press to lock all doors See Power Door Locks in Vehicle Personalization on page 5 36 Delayed Locking When locking the doors w...

Page 43: ...ith any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk hatch or liftgate Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and...

Page 44: ...ntended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk enabling them to open the trunk from the inside There is an emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk on the trunk latch On some vehicl...

Page 45: ...e engine The alarm automatically disarms How to Detect a Tamper Condition If K is pressed and the horn sounds an attempted break in has occurred while the system was armed If the alarm has been activa...

Page 46: ...have a new key made Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Immobilizer Operation Keyless Access This vehicle has a passive theft deterren...

Page 47: ...device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors To adjust the mirrors 1 Turn the control knob to the L left or R right selecting the driver...

Page 48: ...cle is in R Reverse This allows the driver to view the curb for parallel parking The passenger and driver mirrors return to their original position when the vehicle is shifted out of R Reverse or the...

Page 49: ...aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up To reduce the sound open either a front wi...

Page 50: ...o restore power to the rear windows press the button again The light on the button goes out If the light flashes the feature may not be working properly This switch also activates the Safety Locks See...

Page 51: ...unshade the switch is on the console to the right of the shifter The sunshade only operates when the ignition is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY To open the sunshade press and release the switch The sunsha...

Page 52: ...ont of the switch A The sunroof closes automatically To stop the sunroof partway press the switch a second time If the sunshade is closed it opens automatically with the sunroof but can also be expres...

Page 53: ...rn to the open or vent position To close the sunroof once the obstruction has been removed refer to the Express Open Express Close functions described previously Dirt and debris may collect on the sun...

Page 54: ...p Shoulder Belt 3 21 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 3 26 Safety Belt Extender 3 26 Safety System Check 3 26 Safety Belt Care 3 27 Replacing Safety Belt System Parts After a Crash 3 27 Airbag System...

Page 55: ...nts The vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions The vehicle s rear seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions WARNING With...

Page 56: ...place The front head restraints are not designed to be removed Rear Seat Pull the head restraint up to raise it To lower the head restraint press the release button located on the head restraint post...

Page 57: ...not want to Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving To adjust the seat position 1 Pull the handle located at the front of the seat 2 Move the seat forward or backward to adjust the...

Page 58: ...at and outside mirrors move to the stored positions Releasing 1 or 2 before the stored position is reached stops the recall Memory Remote Recall The memory feature can recall the driver seat and outsi...

Page 59: ...e your dealer for service Easy Exit Driver Seat The easy exit driver seat feature can move the seat rearward to allow extra room to exit the vehicle To activate the easy exit driver seat turn the igni...

Page 60: ...en the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even when buckled up the safety belts cannot do their job when reclined like this The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your b...

Page 61: ...op or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked On vehicles with manual reclining seatbacks the lever is on the outboar...

Page 62: ...en using the seat heater especially for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket cushion cover or similar item This may cause the seat heate...

Page 63: ...te Vehicle Start on page 2 8 and Remote Start Heated Seats under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 36 for more information Heated and Ventilated Front Seats WARNING If you cannot feel temperature chan...

Page 64: ...r ventilated seats will not turn on during a remote start unless they are enabled in the vehicle personalization menu See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 8 and Remote Start Heated Seats or Remote Start...

Page 65: ...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 raising the rear seatback always ch...

Page 66: ...iding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your...

Page 67: ...When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not st...

Page 68: ...g a safety belt A You could be whether you are wearing a safety belt or not But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are b...

Page 69: ...are that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and infants If a child will be riding in the vehicle see Older Children on...

Page 70: ...atal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop...

Page 71: ...ch protection this way WARNING You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose In a crash you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fa...

Page 72: ...s This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you Q What is wrong with this A The belt is over an armrest WARNING You can be seriously injured if your be...

Page 73: ...u 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 whi...

Page 74: ...over the shoulder and across the chest Q What is wrong with this A The belt is twisted across the body WARNING You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full wid...

Page 75: ...er on page 3 26 Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster move it to the height that is...

Page 76: ...ess the release button A and move the height adjuster to the desired position The adjuster can be moved up by pushing the slide trim up After the adjuster is set to the desired position try to move it...

Page 77: ...older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed and properly adjusted the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each out...

Page 78: ...the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to tak...

Page 79: ...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...

Page 80: ...death in a crash To help make sure the safety belt systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible After a minor crash replacemen...

Page 81: ...e driver A seat mounted side impact airbag for the rear seat passenger seated directly behind the right front passenger All of the airbags in the vehicle will have the word AIRBAG embossed in the trim...

Page 82: ...e to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Do not sit unnecessarily close to the airbag as you would be if you were sitting on the edge of your seat or leaning forward Safety...

Page 83: ...n page 5 12 for more information Where Are the Airbags The driver frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passe...

Page 84: ...a seat mounted side impact airbag Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof rail airbags by routing a rope or tie down through any door or window opening If you do the path of an infla...

Page 85: ...rontal impacts dual stage airbags inflate at a level less than full deployment For more severe frontal impacts full deployment occurs The vehicle has seat mounted side impact and roof rail airbags See...

Page 86: ...ction provided by safety belts Frontal airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually Seat mounted side impact and roof rail...

Page 87: ...turn off the interior lamps and hazard warning flashers by using the controls for those features WARNING A crash severe enough to inflate the airbags may have also damaged important functions in the...

Page 88: ...If you are using remote start if equipped to start the vehicle from a distance you may not see the system check When the system check is complete either the word ON or the word OFF will be visible Se...

Page 89: ...he passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even thou...

Page 90: ...g depending upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in the vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that per...

Page 91: ...a rear seat position in the vehicle and check with your dealer If the Off Indicator is Lit for an Adult Size Occupant If a person of adult size is sitting in the right front passenger seat but the of...

Page 92: ...40 for more information about modifications that can affect how the system operates WARNING Stowing of articles under the passenger seat or between the passenger seat cushion and seatback may interfe...

Page 93: ...sensing system for the right front passenger position which includes sensors that are part of the passenger seat The passenger sensing system may not operate properly if the original seat trim is repl...

Page 94: ...is working See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 12 for more information Notice If an airbag covering is damaged opened or broken the airbag may not work properly Do not open or break the airbag coveri...

Page 95: ...ctions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster Use a booster seat with a lap shoulder belt until the child passes the below fit test Sit all the way ba...

Page 96: ...vere or even fatal internal injuries in a crash According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured...

Page 97: ...er the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province...

Page 98: ...orce on a person s arms An infant should be secured in an appropriate restraint WARNING Never do this Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured...

Page 99: ...ar child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs WARNING To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during a crash infants need complete supp...

Page 100: ...f the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint B Forward Facing Child Seat A forward facing child seat B provides restrain...

Page 101: ...ctions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and to this manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a...

Page 102: ...o the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even...

Page 103: ...llation of a child restraint easier The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system Make sure that a LATCH compatible ch...

Page 104: ...raint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash The child restraint may have a single te...

Page 105: ...t you in locating the lower anchors each rear anchor position has a label near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion To assist you in locating the top tether anchors the top tether anch...

Page 106: ...Designed for the LATCH System WARNING If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to anchors the child restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be serio...

Page 107: ...ear seat with a safety belt buckled This could damage the safety belt or the seat Unbuckle and return the safety belt to its stowed position before folding the seat If you need to secure more than one...

Page 108: ...eating positions B and C at the same time is prohibited Make sure to attach the child restraint at the proper anchor location This system is designed to make installation of child restraints easier Wh...

Page 109: ...ten the top tether to the top tether anchor if equipped Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps 2 1 Find the top tether anchor Open the cover to expose the anchor 2 2 Route a...

Page 110: ...al tether route the tether around the headrest or head restraint 3 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the LATCH...

Page 111: ...ed WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck spinal injury in a crash Do not drive until the head restraints...

Page 112: ...em on page 3 50 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH If a child restraint is secured in the vehicle using a safety belt and it uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers f...

Page 113: ...the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock When the retractor lock is set the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 5 To tighten the belt push down on the...

Page 114: ...the stowed position If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor disconnect it If the head restraint was removed reinstall it before the seating position is used See Head Restraint Removal and...

Page 115: ...e even though it is turned off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front...

Page 116: ...airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 13 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run...

Page 117: ...d 6 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and f...

Page 118: ...orage 4 2 Additional Storage Features Convenience Net 4 2 Storage Compartments Glove Box The glove box is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel Lift up on the lever to open it Cupholde...

Page 119: ...armrest to the rear position and push button A to open Push button B to access the upper tray An accessory power outlet is in the lower area See Power Outlets on page 5 6 Some vehicles might also hav...

Page 120: ...Light 5 14 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 5 14 Brake System Warning Light 5 17 Electric Parking Brake Light 5 18 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 5 18 Traction Off Light 5 19 Electronic Stability...

Page 121: ...onalization Vehicle Personalization 5 36 Universal Remote System Universal Remote System 5 42 Universal Remote System Programming 5 43 Universal Remote System Operation 5 46 Controls Steering Wheel Ad...

Page 122: ...ry Control Press to select an audio source Toggle up or down to select the next or previous favorite radio station CD or MP3 track x Volume Press to increase the volume Press to decrease the volume He...

Page 123: ...nutes the wipers will restart and move to the base of the windshield If the ignition is turned to LOCK OFF during a windshield wash the wipers will stop when they reach the base of the windshield Wind...

Page 124: ...access the time and date settings through the menu system See Operation on page 7 7 for information about how to use the menu system Setting the Time 1 Press the CONFIG button and select Time Setting...

Page 125: ...month day year or DD MM YY day month year Setting the Auto Time Adjust 1 Press the CONFIG button and select Time and Date Settings or press the H button 2 Highlight Auto Time Adjust 3 Press the SELECT...

Page 126: ...ximum limit of 150 watts The power outlet is located on the rear of the center console An indicator light on the outlet comes on when in use The light comes on when the ignition is in ON RUN and equip...

Page 127: ...it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury Warning lights come on when there could be a problem with a...

Page 128: ...Black plate 9 1 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual 2011 Instruments and Controls 5 9 Instrument Cluster English Shown Metric Similar...

Page 129: ...river s door to show the old mileage reading Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Notice If the engine is operated with the tachometer in the shaded warnin...

Page 130: ...he gauge moves a little while turning a corner or speeding up The gauge takes a few seconds to stabilize after the ignition is turned on and goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off Engine C...

Page 131: ...e comes on to remind passengers to fasten their safety belt Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled This cycle continues several times if the passenger remains or becomes unbuckled whi...

Page 132: ...without a crash To help avoid injury have the vehicle serviced right away Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The vehicle has a passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 35 for imp...

Page 133: ...ck to show the light is working The light turns off when the engine is started If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the light stays on or comes on while driving there could be a...

Page 134: ...ons to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty This could also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test See Accessories and Mo...

Page 135: ...ed and can cause stalling after start up stalling when the vehicle is changed into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions might go away once the engine...

Page 136: ...rcuit can still work to stop the vehicle For normal braking performance both circuits need to be working If the warning light comes on there is a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right a...

Page 137: ...ixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem If this light comes on there is a problem with a system on the vehicle that is causing the park brake system to work at a reduced level The vehic...

Page 138: ...releasing the traction control button This light also comes on and the system turns off if there is a problem with the traction control system If the light comes on and stays on for an extended perio...

Page 139: ...em TCS on page 9 35 and Electronic Stability Control ESC on page 9 37 for more information Tire Pressure Light For vehicles with a Tire Pressure Monitor System this light comes on briefly when the eng...

Page 140: ...e serviced by your dealer If the light comes on and stays on it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly The vehicle could be low on oil and might have some other system problem See y...

Page 141: ...ays in the Driver Information Center DIC screen High Beam on Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 6 2 for more information Front...

Page 142: ...enter of the instrument panel cluster On some models the DIC may have some warning lights or indicators shown in the top portion of the display See Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators on page 5 8 for...

Page 143: ...l Speedometer The speedometer shows how fast the vehicle is moving in either kilometers per hour km h or miles per hour mph The speedometer cannot be reset Trip 1 and Trip 2 This display shows the cur...

Page 144: ...mer press SET CLR while Timer is displayed The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset not including time the ignition is off Time will continue to be count...

Page 145: ...fe display must be reset after each oil change It will not reset itself Also be careful not to reset the Oil Life display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed It cann...

Page 146: ...and the units of measurement is changed through the trip computer in the Driver Information Center DIC See AM FM Radio on page 7 12 and Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 23 HUD Display on the Ve...

Page 147: ...gine 3 Adjust the HUD controls Use the following settings to adjust the HUD OFF To turn HUD off turn the HUD dimming knob fully counterclockwise until the HUD display turns off Brightness Turn the dim...

Page 148: ...ded to the HUD by the navigation radio or OnStar service for vehicles that have these features English Shown Metric Similar The HUD image displayed on the windshield will automatically dim and brighte...

Page 149: ...the vehicle or some action that may be needed to correct a condition Multiple messages may display one after the other The messages that do not require immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared...

Page 150: ...SWITCH This message is displayed if the electric parking brake is on while the vehicle is in motion Release it before you attempt to drive See Parking Brake on page 9 33 for more information SERVICE...

Page 151: ...when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature To avoid added strain on a hot engine the air conditioning compressor automatically turns off When the coolant temperature...

Page 152: ...w Check the oil level See Engine Oil on page 10 9 OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE This message displays if low oil pressure levels occur Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and do not operate it...

Page 153: ...ection System Messages PARK ASSIST OFF This message is displayed when the park assist system has been turned off See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9 42 SERVICE PARK ASSIST This message is displaye...

Page 154: ...tire pressure warning light will also come on See Tire Pressure Light on page 5 20 If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC stop as soon as you can Inflate the tires by adding air until the tire...

Page 155: ...ogrammed If the vehicle s battery has been recharged or disconnected you will need to reprogram each front window for the express up feature to work See Power Windows on page 2 18 for more information...

Page 156: ...This will allow you to select the automatic fan speed it can be adjusted to run lower or higher than normal Press the MENU SELECT knob when Auto Fan Control is highlighted to open the menu Turn the kn...

Page 157: ...en Auto Rear Defog is highlighted to open the menu Turn the knob to highlight On or Off Press the knob to confirm the selection and move back to the last menu Comfort and Convenience Select the Comfor...

Page 158: ...llision Detection Systems menu and the following will be displayed Side Blind Zone Alert Side Blind Zone Alert This allows the Side Blind Zone Alert feature to be turned on or off Press the MENU SELEC...

Page 159: ...this menu Press the MENU SELECT knob when Auto Door Unlock is highlighted Turn the knob to select On or Off Press the knob to confirm and go back to the last menu Delayed Door Lock When on this featu...

Page 160: ...b to confirm and go back to the last menu Door Unlock Options This allows selection of which doors will unlock when pressing the unlock button on the RKE transmitter Press the MENU SELECT knob when Do...

Page 161: ...confirm and go back to the last menu Remote Left In Vehicle This allows the Remote Left In Vehicle reminder feature to be turned on or off If on the horn will chirp if a remote is left in the vehicle...

Page 162: ...hand held transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future Universal Home Remote programming It is also recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle the programmed Universal Home Remote b...

Page 163: ...hing light You now may release both buttons Some entry gates and garage door openers may require substitution of Step 2 with the procedure noted in Gate Operator and Canadian Programming later in this...

Page 164: ...unit does not flash press and hold the same button a second time for two seconds and then release it Again if the door does not move or the garage door lamp does not flash press and hold the same butt...

Page 165: ...ppropriate Universal Home Remote button for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons All programmed button...

Page 166: ...mps 6 5 Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control 6 5 Dome Lamps 6 6 Reading Lamps 6 6 Sun Visor Lamps 6 6 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 6 6 Exit Lighting 6 7 Battery Load Management...

Page 167: ...nt Panel Lights 2 Headlamps Turns on the headlamps together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Parking Lamps Exterior Lamps Off Reminder A warnin...

Page 168: ...n AUTO The light sensor determines it is daytime When the DRL are on the low beam headlamps will be on The taillamps sidemarker instrument panel lights and other lamps will not be on The DRL turn off...

Page 169: ...on is in R Reverse AFL is not immediately operable after starting the vehicle driving a short distance is required to calibrate the AFL See Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1 Hazard Warning Flashers H...

Page 170: ...icles with fog lamps the button is located on the exterior lamp control on the outboard side of the steering wheel To turn on the fog lamps the ignition and the headlamps or parking lamps must be on I...

Page 171: ...Lamps This lamp turns on when the cover is opened Lighting Features Entry Lighting The headlamps taillamps license plate lamps reverse lamps dome lamps and most of the interior lights turn on briefly...

Page 172: ...d extended life of the battery When the battery s state of charge is low the voltage is raised slightly to quickly bring the charge back up When the state of charge is high the voltage is lowered slig...

Page 173: ...uch as BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE BATTERY VOLTAGE LOW or LOW BATTERY If one of these messages displays it is recommended that the driver reduce the electrical loads as much as possible See Driver Informatio...

Page 174: ...AM FM Radio 7 12 Satellite Radio 7 14 Radio Reception 7 18 Backglass Antenna 7 19 Satellite Radio Antenna 7 19 Audio Players CD Player 7 20 CD DVD Player 7 22 Mass Storage Media MEM 7 25 Auxiliary De...

Page 175: ...ns For more information see Defensive Driving on page 9 2 Notice Contact your dealer before adding any equipment Adding audio or communication equipment could interfere with the operation of the vehic...

Page 176: ...o with CD A VOL O Turns the system on or off and adjusts the volume B FAV Radio Opens the favorites list C Buttons 1 to 6 Radio Saves and selects favorite stations D INFO Radio Shows available informa...

Page 177: ...Radio Seeks the next station CD Select the next track or fast forwards within a track J RADIO BAND Changes the band while listening to the radio Selects the radio when listening to a different audio...

Page 178: ...on or off and adjusts the volume B FAV Radio Opens the favorites list MEM Opens the favorites list C Buttons 1 to 6 Radio Saves and selects favorite stations MEM Saves and selects favorite tracks and...

Page 179: ...M Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track H Z CD Eject Removes a disc from the CD slot I REC O AUX Records content from audio CDs MP3 WMA CDs and USB mass storage devices J DEL MEM Delete...

Page 180: ...rn off automatically after ten minutes Volume Control VOL O Volume Power Turn to adjust the volume 5 Phone Mute For vehicles with OnStar press and hold 5 to mute the infotainment system Press and hold...

Page 181: ...Activating a Setting 1 Turn the Menu knob to highlight the setting 2 Press the SELECT button to activate the setting Setting a Value 1 Turn the Menu knob to change the current value of the setting 2...

Page 182: ...g value to 0 1 Press the TONE button 2 Select the audio setting 3 Press and hold the SELECT button until the value changes to 0 Press the 0 BACK button to go back to the Tone Settings menu Adjusting t...

Page 183: ...seat first with the front passenger second hk surround Select to enable hk surround This produces a true 6 1 matrix surround from any two channel digital source This feature is not available in AM FM...

Page 184: ...me to compensate for road and wind noise as the vehicle speeds up or slows down so that the volume level is consistent The level of volume compensation can be selected or the auto volume feature can b...

Page 185: ...ures to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While the radio is tuned to an FM RDS station the station name or call letters display Radio Menus Radio menus are available for AM an...

Page 186: ...isplays 3 Select the programming type A list of stations that transmit programming of the selected type displays 4 Select the station The category lists are updated when the station lists are updated...

Page 187: ...When the radio station is changed the buffer is cleared and automatically restarted for the current station Content from a previously tuned station is no longer available The time shift feature is not...

Page 188: ...ving or Adding Categories Channels in a category that have been removed can still be accessed by using the g or l buttons or the TUNE knob To add or remove categories 1 Press the CONFIG button 2 Selec...

Page 189: ...ting Radio with CD DVD and MEM The radio with MEM time shift feature can rewind 20 minutes of XM content While listening to the radio the content from the current channel is always being buffered Pres...

Page 190: ...shortly Channel Off Air This channel is not currently in service Tune in to another channel Channel Unauth This channel is blocked or cannot be received with your XM Subscription package Channel Unav...

Page 191: ...ence or static unplug the item from the accessory power outlet FM FM signals only reach about 16 to 65 km 10 to 40 miles Although the radio has a built in electronic circuit that automatically works t...

Page 192: ...properly attached to the post on the glass If a cellular telephone antenna needs to be attached to the glass make sure that the grid lines for the AM FM antenna are not damaged There is enough space b...

Page 193: ...Care of the CD Player Do not add a label to a disc as it could get caught in the CD player If a label is needed label the top of the recorded disc with a marking pen Do not use disc lens cleaners beca...

Page 194: ...Random Order Turn the menu knob and then set Shuffle Songs to On Fast Forward and Rewind Press and hold l or g to fast forward or rewind within the current track Selecting an MP3 Track Using the cont...

Page 195: ...are of the CD DVD Player Do not add a label to a disc as it could get caught in the CD DVD player If a label is needed label the top of the recorded disc with a marking pen Do not use disc lens cleane...

Page 196: ...s or next track Turn the TUNE knob Using the menu 1 Turn the menu knob 2 Select Tracks List 3 Select the track Pausing a CD or DVD A Track Press the k button to pause a CD or DVD A track Press the k b...

Page 197: ...the category To search for tracks 1 Turn the menu knob 2 Select Search 3 Select Playlists Artists Albums Song Titles or Genres 4 Select the track The search rate increases if the menu knob is continuo...

Page 198: ...OWN Cursor RIGHT Cursor LEFT Up Menu Use the following actions to navigate the menu on a DVD V Disc while playing chapters Pause Play Chapter List Title List DVD DVD DVD AUX AUX DVD AUX AUX To navigat...

Page 199: ...d CDs cannot be recorded to MEM Recording to MEM Press O REC then select Record Current Song or Record All Songs on Disc If the track has started playing the system will restart the track and begin re...

Page 200: ...Recorded displays Stopping the Recording Press the O REC button while recording from an MP3 WMA CD or USB storage device to display the stop recording option Select Stop Recording Song to MEM Deleting...

Page 201: ...gories are Playlists Artists Albums Genres To remove MEM favorites categories 1 Press the CONFIG button 2 Select Radio Settings 3 Select MEM Favorites 4 Remove the check mark from the box to remove th...

Page 202: ...devices are controlled by using the menu system described in Operation on page 7 7 The AUX input is located in the center console 3 5 mm Jack Connect a 3 5 mm 1 8 in cable to the auxiliary input jack...

Page 203: ...e track Shuffle Turn the menu knob and set Shuffle Songs Random to On or Off then press the 0 BACK button to return the main screen On Plays tracks in the current folder in random order Off Plays trac...

Page 204: ...otainment system can only play back mp3 and wma files from a USB drive Only the first 2 500 songs are recognized on the device When a device is not supported the message No supported data found You ca...

Page 205: ...in input jack or the USB port Portable devices are controlled by using the menu system described in Operation on page 7 7 The AUX input is located in the center console 3 5 mm Jack Connect a 3 5 mm 1...

Page 206: ...n be searched for by Playlists Artists Albums Song Titles Genres Composers Audiobooks The number of objects in each category is shown in parentheses after the category To search for tracks 1 Turn the...

Page 207: ...enres The number of objects in each category is shown in parentheses after the category To search for tracks 1 Turn the menu knob 2 Select Search 3 Select Playlists Artists Albums Song Titles or Genre...

Page 208: ...power button for more than three seconds for Global Off to disable the RSE features On some infotainment systems the Global Off feature can be turned off by performing one of the following Press and h...

Page 209: ...eadphones must be worn correctly Headphones should be worn with the headband over the top of the head for best audio reception The symbol L Left appears on the outside bottom edge of the ear cup and s...

Page 210: ...rom the auxiliary device can be switched between the video display screens To change the display 1 Press the AUX button on the remote control to change the source of both video screens from the DVD pl...

Page 211: ...are located in the back of the driver and front passenger seats To use the video screen 1 Push the release button located on the seatback console 2 Move the screen to the desired viewing position Push...

Page 212: ...the RSE transmitter to receive signals from the remote control Check the batteries if the remote control does not seem to be working See Battery Replacement later in this section Objects blocking the...

Page 213: ...s button operates only when the display menu or a DVD menu is active c Stop Press to stop playing rewinding or fast forwarding a DVD Press twice to return to the beginning of the DVD s Play Pause Pres...

Page 214: ...ress Left Screen Right Screen Default State No Press DVD Media DVD Media First Press Aux Video Source Aux Video Source Second Press DVD Media Aux Video Source Third Press Aux Video Source DVD Media Fo...

Page 215: ...both sides or it looks stretched out Check the display mode settings in the setup menu by pressing the display menu button on the remote control In auxiliary mode the picture moves or scrolls Check th...

Page 216: ...the headphones Check that the headphones are positioned properly with the headband across the top of the head I lost the remote and or the headphones See your dealer for assistance The DVD is playing...

Page 217: ...nition are used to control the system The system can be used while the ignition is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY The range of the Bluetooth system can be up to 9 1 m 30 ft Not all phones support all func...

Page 218: ...n about how to navigate the menu system using the infotainment controls see Operation on page 7 7 Pairing A Bluetooth enabled cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth system first and then connected...

Page 219: ...phone manufacturers user guide for information on this process Locate the device named Your Vehicle in the list on the cell phone and follow the instructions on the cell phone to enter the four digit...

Page 220: ...e is supported by your phone When a cell phone supports the phone book feature the Phone Book and Call Lists menus are automatically available The Phone Book menu allows you to access the phone book s...

Page 221: ...Character Sequence in Operation on page 7 7 for more information 3 Select Call to start dialing the number Radio with CD DVD and MEM 1 Press the 5 button 2 Select Enter number 3 Enter the character s...

Page 222: ...7 7 for more information 4 After the call has been placed turn the menu knob button and choose Merge Calls 5 To add more callers to the conference call repeat steps 1 through 4 The amount of callers...

Page 223: ...acturers user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the cell phone If a Bluetooth phone is not connected calls will be made using OnStar Hands Free Calling if available Refer to the OnStar owne...

Page 224: ...hicle see Listing All Paired and Connected Phones later in this section for more information 6 Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to pair additional phones Listing All Paired and Connected Phones The system can...

Page 225: ...ands are used delete and store phone numbers Store This command will store a phone number or a group of numbers as a name tag Digit Store This command allows a phone number to be stored as a name tag...

Page 226: ...h a navigation system say Hands Free after the tone 2 Say Delete all name tags Listing Stored Numbers The list command will list all the stored numbers and name tags Using the List Command 1 Press b g...

Page 227: ...owed by a tone After the last digit has been entered say Dial Once connected the person called will be heard through the audio speakers Using the Re dial Command 1 Press b g For vehicles with a naviga...

Page 228: ...en say Mute Call To cancel mute press b g and then say Un mute Call Transferring a Call Audio can be transferred between the Bluetooth system and the cell phone The cell phone must be paired and conne...

Page 229: ...h its cycle according to the phone s operating instructions Dual Tone Multi Frequency DTMF Tones The Bluetooth system can send numbers and the numbers stored as name tags during a call You can use thi...

Page 230: ...ystem 8 4 Air Vents Air Vents 8 8 Maintenance Air Intake 8 8 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 8 8 Climate Control Systems Automatic Climate Control System For vehicles with this system it controls the...

Page 231: ...can be controlled manually Press AUTO to return to automatic operation e Air Delivery Mode Control Press to change the direction of the airflow The current mode appears in the display screen Pressing...

Page 232: ...nition to ACC ACCESSORY or LOCK OFF The rear window defogger can be set to automatic operation see Climate and Air Quality under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 36 When auto rear defog is selected t...

Page 233: ...and air delivery mode for best comfort Do not cover the sensors or the automatic climate control system may not work properly Dual Automatic Climate Control System For vehicles with this system it con...

Page 234: ...The ZONE indicator light will turn off When the passenger settings are adjusted the ZONE indicator light is on Manual Operation O Power Press to turn the fan off or on D C Fan Control Press to increa...

Page 235: ...vehicle When the auto recirculation indicator light is on the air is automatically recirculated as needed to help quickly cool the air inside the vehicle In auto recirculation control the Air Quality...

Page 236: ...e surface of the mirror See Heated Mirrors on page 2 17 Notice Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the front windshield and rear window with a razor blade or anything else t...

Page 237: ...the vehicle Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter removes dust pollen and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle The filter should be replaced as part of rout...

Page 238: ...uick LaCrosse Owner Manual 2011 Climate Controls 8 9 6 Remove the old air filter 7 Install the new air filter 8 Reinstall the air filter door Re install the glove box See your dealer if additional ass...

Page 239: ...Black plate 10 1 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual 2011 8 10 Climate Controls 2 NOTES...

Page 240: ...9 Retained Accessory Power RAP 9 21 Starting the Engine 9 21 Engine Heater 9 24 Shifting Into Park 9 25 Shifting Out of Park 9 26 Parking Over Things That Burn 9 27 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 27...

Page 241: ...dd On Electrical Equipment 9 62 Driving Information Defensive Driving Defensive driving means always expect the unexpected The first step in driving defensively is to wear your safety belt see Safety...

Page 242: ...ssociated with the use of alcohol with about 250 000 people injured For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmenta...

Page 243: ...e condition of the road whether it is wet dry or icy tire tread the condition of the brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people dri...

Page 244: ...ring Tips It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed Traction in a curve depends on the condition of the tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and vehicle speed W...

Page 245: ...wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery The vehicle s right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement...

Page 246: ...you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough the vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel...

Page 247: ...ve through flowing water Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous Water can build up under your vehicle s tires so they actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are g...

Page 248: ...well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have the engine running and the vehicle in gear when going downhill Stay in your own lane Do not swing wide...

Page 249: ...ess there is help nearby If possible use the Roadside Assistance Program on page 13 7 To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe Turn on the hazard warning flashers Tie a red cloth to an outsid...

Page 250: ...ally uncomfortable from the cold Moving about to keep warm also helps If it takes some time for help to arrive now and then when you run the engine push the accelerator pedal slightly so the engine ru...

Page 251: ...does not get the vehicle out after a few tries it might need to be towed out If the vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing the Vehicle on page 10 88 Vehicle Load Limits It is very important to...

Page 252: ...quipment tires C and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures D For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 10 46 and Tire Pressure on page 10 53 There is also important loading...

Page 253: ...the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available 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 transferr...

Page 254: ...t 113 kg 250 lbs Example 3 A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 453 kg 1 000 lbs B Subtract Occupant Weight 91 kg 200 lbs 5 453 kg 1 000 lbs C Available Cargo Weight 0 kg 0 lbs Refer to the vehicle...

Page 255: ...section WARNING Do not load the 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 parts on the vehicle can break...

Page 256: ...oid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle During the first 1 000 km 600 miles avoid using more than moderate acceleration in lower gears and avoid vehicle speeds above 110 km h 68 mph Between the...

Page 257: ...moved This locks the ignition and automatic transmission Do not turn the engine off when the vehicle is moving This will cause a loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the...

Page 258: ...ne off The vehicle might not restart if the battery is allowed to drain for an extended period of time D START This position starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switc...

Page 259: ...pedal force 2 Shift the vehicle to neutral This can be done while the vehicle is moving After shifting to neutral firmly apply the brakes and steer the vehicle to a safe location 3 Come to a complete...

Page 260: ...ne is designed to work with the electronics in the vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your de...

Page 261: ...15 seconds between each try to allow the cranking motor to cool down When the engine starts let go of the key or button and the accelerator If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the s...

Page 262: ...ine cranking can be stopped by pressing the START button a second time Notice Cranking the engine for long periods of time by returning the key to the START position immediately after cranking has end...

Page 263: ...plug end of the cord will prevent engine coolant heater operation at temperatures above 18 C 0 F To Use The Engine Coolant Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord...

Page 264: ...set The vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground...

Page 265: ...Transmission Shift Lock The vehicle has an electronic shift lock release system The shift lock release is designed to Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P Park Prevent movement...

Page 266: ...garages tunnels deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage The vehicle s exhaust sys...

Page 267: ...mission shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine run...

Page 268: ...as you maintain brake application Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into another gear See Shifting Out of Park on page 9 26 R Reverse Use this gear to back up Notice Shifting...

Page 269: ...ee Manual Mode on page 9 30 for more information Manual Mode Driver Shift Control DSC Notice If you drive the vehicle at high RPMs without upshifting while using Driver Shift Control DSC you could dam...

Page 270: ...ter will show which gear the vehicle is in The number indicates the requested gear range when moving the shift lever forward or rearward The transmission will only allow you to shift into gears approp...

Page 271: ...the engine is started and the vehicle begins to drive away ABS checks itself A momentary motor or clicking noise might be heard while this test is going on and it might even be noticed that the brake...

Page 272: ...rking Brake The vehicle has an Electric Parking Brake EPB The switch for the EPB is in the center console The EPB can always be activated even if the ignition is OFF To prevent draining the battery av...

Page 273: ...e EPB has detected an error in another system and is operating with reduced functionality To apply the EPB when this light is on lift up on the EPB switch and hold it in the up position Full applicati...

Page 274: ...e system under conditions where the driver has quickly and forcefully applied the brake pedal in an attempt to quickly stop or slow down the vehicle The stability system hydraulic brake control module...

Page 275: ...ction control system has been turned off When TCS is switched off on AWD vehicles the system may still make noise This is normal and necessary with the AWD hardware on the vehicle It might be necessar...

Page 276: ...biliTrak light flashes on the instrument panel This also occurs when traction control is activated A noise might be heard or vibration might be felt in the brake pedal This is normal Continue to steer...

Page 277: ...lective Ride Control The system provides the following performance benefits Reduced Impact Harshness Improved Road Isolation Improved High Speed Stability Improved Handling Response Better Control of...

Page 278: ...tion Control System TCS on page 9 35 or Electronic Stability Control ESC on page 9 37 WARNING Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed So do not use the cruise c...

Page 279: ...release it The desired set speed briefly appears in the instrument panel cluster 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Speed If the cruise control is set at a desired speed and th...

Page 280: ...speed Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control works on hills depends upon the vehicle s speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you might have to step on...

Page 281: ...pets If you do not use proper care before and while backing vehicle damage injury or death could occur Even with URPA always check behind the vehicle before backing up While backing be sure to look f...

Page 282: ...f the URPA system does not activate due to a temporary condition the message displays on the DIC see Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 23 for more information This can occur under the following...

Page 283: ...eck the SBZA display check the outside and rearview mirrors look over your shoulder for vehicles and hazards and use the turn signal SBZA Detection Zones The SBZA sensor covers a zone of approximately...

Page 284: ...ary objects This is normal system operation the vehicle does not need service SBZA does not operate when the left or right corners of the rear bumper are covered with mud dirt snow ice slush or in hea...

Page 285: ...RVC system does not replace driver vision RVC does not Detect objects that are outside the camera s field of view below the bumper or underneath the vehicle Detect children pedestrians bicyclists or p...

Page 286: ...ra Options 5 Select Camera When a check mark appears next to the Camera option then the RVC system is on Symbols The navigation system may have a feature that lets the driver view symbols on the navig...

Page 287: ...t can help the driver align the vehicle when backing into a parking spot To turn the guidelines on or off 1 Shift into P Park 2 Press the CONFIG button to enter the configure menu options 3 Select Dis...

Page 288: ...provides A View displayed by the camera B Corner of the rear bumper When the System Does Not Seem To Work Properly The RVC system may not work properly or display a clear image if The RVC is turned o...

Page 289: ...can be found at www toptiergas com The 8th digit of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN shows the code letter or number that identifies the vehicle s engine The VIN is at the top left of the instrum...

Page 290: ...tates or CAN CGSB 3 5 or 3 511 in Canada Some gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT We recommend against the use of gasolines containin...

Page 291: ...Agency regulations To help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean or if the vehicle experiences problems due to dirty injectors or valves look for gasoline that is advertised as TOP TIER Deterge...

Page 292: ...the performance of the emission control system could be affected The malfunction indicator lamp might turn on If this occurs return to your dealer for service Filling the Tank WARNING Fuel vapor burns...

Page 293: ...e starts while you are refueling do not remove the nozzle Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant Leave the area immediately Notice If a new fuel cap i...

Page 294: ...d for the vehicle Contact your dealer or trailering dealer for assistance with preparing the vehicle for towing a trailer See the following trailer towing information in this section For information o...

Page 295: ...age 9 60 Trailering changes handling acceleration braking durability and fuel economy With the added weight the engine transmission wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder and under great...

Page 296: ...s electric brakes start the vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working During the trip check regularly to be sure that the load is...

Page 297: ...ler lamps also flash telling other drivers the vehicle is turning changing lanes or stopping When towing a trailer the arrows on the instrument panel flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer a...

Page 298: ...y the parking brake and shift into P Park 5 Release the brake pedal Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply and hold the brake pedal while you Start the engine Shift into a gear Release the parking br...

Page 299: ...t has all the required trailering equipment The weight of additional optional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight Ask your dealer for t...

Page 300: ...ype hitches to it Use only a frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper Will any holes be made in the body of the vehicle when the trailer hitch is installed If there are seal the holes wh...

Page 301: ...vehicle and the damage would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Add on equipment can drain the vehicle 12...

Page 302: ...Steering Fluid 10 21 Washer Fluid 10 22 Brakes 10 23 Brake Fluid 10 24 Battery 10 25 Starter Switch Check 10 26 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 26 Ignition Transmission Lo...

Page 303: ...64 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 64 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 10 66 Wheel Replacement 10 66 Tire Chains 10 68 If a Tire Goes Flat 10 68 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 70 Storing the Tire...

Page 304: ...in perchlorate materials Special handling may be necessary For additional information see www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Accessories and Modifications Adding non dealer accessories to the...

Page 305: ...ou can be injured and the 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 pa...

Page 306: ...e of any service work performed See Maintenance Records on page 11 10 Hood To open the hood do the following 1 Pull the interior hood release handle located to the left of the steering column below th...

Page 307: ...Black plate 6 1 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual 2011 10 6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 2 4 L L4 Engine...

Page 308: ...n Fluid Cap and Dipstick See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10 13 F Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brakes on page 10 23 G Power Steering Reservoir and Cap See Power Steering Fluid on page 1...

Page 309: ...Black plate 8 1 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual 2011 10 8 Vehicle Care 3 6 L V6 Engine...

Page 310: ...he proper specification and of the proper viscosity grade See Selecting the Right Engine Oil Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level See Checking Engine Oil and When to...

Page 311: ...t Overview on page 10 6 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when through Selecting...

Page 312: ...esult in reduced performance under certain circumstances Viscosity Grade SAE 5W 30 is the best viscosity grade for the vehicle Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W 30 10W 40 or 20W 50 Cold...

Page 313: ...ed oil Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil This vehicle has a computer system that indicates when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on engine revolutions and engine temper...

Page 314: ...ion Fluid How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehi...

Page 315: ...t the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains caked with dirt a...

Page 316: ...gine 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 flames if the engine backfires Use caution when working on the engine...

Page 317: ...re and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL can cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine...

Page 318: ...C 34 F outside temperature Gives boiling protection up to 129 C 265 F engine temperature Protects against rust and corrosion Will not damage aluminum parts Helps keep the proper engine temperature Not...

Page 319: ...ning and can cause injury Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan WARNING Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under...

Page 320: ...coolant surge tank Engine Overheating The vehicle has several indicators to warn of engine overheating There is a coolant temperature gauge and a warning light on the instrument panel cluster that in...

Page 321: ...e slowly for about 10 minutes Keep a safe vehicle distance from the vehicle in front If the warning does not come back on continue to drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park th...

Page 322: ...after the vehicle has been driven for at least twenty minutes so the fluid is warm To check the power steering fluid 1 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF and let the engine compartment cool down 2 Wipe th...

Page 323: ...rtment Overview on page 10 6 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid...

Page 324: ...tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications in Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel See y...

Page 325: ...id level Have the brake hydraulic system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes will not work well Do not top off the brake fluid Adding fluid does not correct a leak If fluid is add...

Page 326: ...oil in the brake hydraulic system can damage brake hydraulic system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If brake fluid is spilled on the...

Page 327: ...ng this check be sure there is enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake on page 9 33 Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready t...

Page 328: ...page 9 19 Contact your dealer if service is required Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check WARNING When you are doing this check the vehicle could begin to move You or others could be injured and prop...

Page 329: ...de 1 Pull the windshield wiper assembly away from the windshield 2 Lift up on plastic latch in the middle of the wiper blade where the wiper arm attaches 3 With the latch open pull the wiper blade dow...

Page 330: ...t have all four tires on a level surface which is level all the way to the wall The vehicle should be placed so it is perpendicular to the wall or other flat surface The vehicle should not have any sn...

Page 331: ...m Step 3 and mark it 5 Draw or tape a horizontal line B on the wall the width of the vehicle at the height of the mark in Step 4 Notice Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut off when aiming Cove...

Page 332: ...w until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the angle of the beam 9 Make sure that the light from the headlamp is positioned...

Page 333: ...ulb package High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting WARNING The low beam high intensity discharge lighting system operates at a very high voltage If you try to service any of the system components you c...

Page 334: ...urn 4 Remove the bulb from the socket If replacing the high low beam bulb pry the two clips on either end of the bulb and pull straight out 5 Install the new bulb in the socket 6 Install the bulb sock...

Page 335: ...B Parking Turn Signal Lamp 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the headlamp assembly 3 Pull the bulb straight out from the socket 4 Push the new bulb into the socket and reinstal...

Page 336: ...ight out of the bulb socket 7 Push the new bulb straight into the bulb socket until it clicks 8 Turn the bulb socket clockwise to reinstall 9 Reconnect the wiring harness 10 Push the taillamp assembly...

Page 337: ...et clockwise to install into lamp assembly 6 Move the lamp assembly into the trunk lid engaging the clip side first 7 Push on the lamp side opposite the clip until the lamp assembly snaps into place R...

Page 338: ...size and rating If there is a problem on the road and a fuse needs to be replaced the same amperage fuse can be borrowed Choose some feature of the vehicle that is not needed to use and replace it as...

Page 339: ...new one of the identical size and rating Fuses of the same amperage can be temporarily borrowed from another fuse location if a fuse goes out Replace the fuse as soon as possible To identify and check...

Page 340: ...Wiper 12 Starter J Case Fuses Usage 21 Rear Power Windows 22 Sunroof 24 Front Power Windows J Case Fuses Usage 26 Antilock Brake System Pump 27 Electric Park Brake 28 Rear Window Defogger 41 Brake Vac...

Page 341: ...s Usage 33 Heated Seat 34 Antilock Brake System Valves 35 Amplifier 36 AFL Ignition 37 Right High Beam 38 Left High Beam 46 Cooling Fan Relay 47 Pre Catalytic Converter Oxygen Sensor Heater 48 Fog Lam...

Page 342: ...Relays Usage 7 Engine Control Module 9 Cooling Fan 13 Cooling Fan 15 Run Crank 17 Rear Window Defogger Micro Relays Usage 2 Starter 4 Wiper Speed 5 Wiper Control 10 Cooling Fan 14 Headlamp Low Beam In...

Page 343: ...equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Fuses Usage 1 Steering Wheel Controls Backlight 2 Body Control Module 7 3 Body Control Module 5 4 Radio 5 OnStar Universal Hands Free Phone 6 P...

Page 344: ...s Free Phone 19 Display 20 Automatic Occupant Sensing 21 Instrument Panel Cluster 22 Discrete Logic Ignition Switch Fuses Usage 23 Body Control Module 3 24 Body Control Module 2 25 Rear Heater Ventila...

Page 345: ...features shown Mini Fuses Usage 5 Not Used 6 Heated Steering Wheel Mini Fuses Usage 7 Not Used 8 Not Used 12 Not Used 15 Not Used 16 Not Used Mini Fuses Usage 17 Not Used 18 PEPS 19 Not Used 20 Rear...

Page 346: ...trol 32 Rear Seat Infotainment 33 All Wheel Drive J Case Fuses Usage 1 Not Used 2 Not Used 3 Not Used 4 Not Used J Case Fuses Usage 9 Not Used 10 Not Used 11 Not Used 13 Not Used 14 Not Used 34 Not Us...

Page 347: ...se the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting crash could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires ar...

Page 348: ...ire selection Also see Buying New Tires on page 10 62 If you choose to use winter tires Use tires of the same brand and tread type on all four wheel positions Use only radial ply tires of the same siz...

Page 349: ...the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture E Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewal...

Page 350: ...rmation on tire pressure and inflation see Tire Pressure on page 10 53 F Tire Size A combination of letters and numbers define a tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service descript...

Page 351: ...Pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in psi pounds per square inch or kPa kilopascal Accessory Weight This means the c...

Page 352: ...Kilopascal kPa The metric unit for air pressure Light Truck LT Metric Tire A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279...

Page 353: ...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 acros...

Page 354: ...ire and Loading Information label is attached to your vehicle This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recomme...

Page 355: ...Pressure Monitor System The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your tires and transmit tire...

Page 356: ...on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or...

Page 357: ...ng Information label attached to your vehicle shows the size of your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressure for your vehicle s tires when they are cold See Vehicle Load...

Page 358: ...ocess later in this section One or more TPMS sensors are missing or damaged The DIC message and the TPMS malfunction light should go off when the TPMS sensors are installed and the sensor matching pro...

Page 359: ...to ON RUN with the engine off 3 Use the MENU button to select the Vehicle Information Menu in the Driver Information Center DIC 4 Use the thumbwheel to scroll to the Tire Pressure Menu Item screen 5 P...

Page 360: ...icle s tires including the spare tire if the vehicle has one for signs of wear or damage at least once a month Always remove the tires if any of the following statements are true You can see the indic...

Page 361: ...Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 55 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 WARNING Rust or dirt on a w...

Page 362: ...nditions affect how fast this aging takes place including temperatures loading conditions and inflation pressure maintenance Tires will typically need to be replaced due to wear before they may need t...

Page 363: ...e ride and handling traction control and tire pressure monitoring performance GM s TPC Spec number is molded onto the tire s sidewall near the tire size If the tires have an all season tread design th...

Page 364: ...wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on the vehicle If you must replace your vehicle s tires with those that do not have a TPC Spec number make sure they...

Page 365: ...e wheels are selected You may increase the chance that you will crash and suffer serious injury Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for your vehicle and have them properly installed...

Page 366: ...ted under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative...

Page 367: ...parately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on the vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to g...

Page 368: ...ake you lose control You could have a collision in which Continued WARNING Continued you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The w...

Page 369: ...blowout while you are driving especially if you maintain your vehicle s tires properly If air goes out of a tire it is much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here a...

Page 370: ...flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place well off the road if possible Turn on the hazard warning flashers See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6 4 WARNING Changing a...

Page 371: ...has a flat tire B use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks A A Wheel Block B Flat Tire The following information explains how to repair or change a tire Tire...

Page 372: ...pressor kit there may not be a spare tire tire changing equipment and on some vehicles there may not be a place to store a tire The tire sealant and compressor can be used to temporarily seal puncture...

Page 373: ...Follow the directions closely for correct sealant usage When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures warm the kit in a heated environment for five minutes This will help to...

Page 374: ...compressor pushes the sealant into the tire Once the sealant is completely dispersed into the tire the pressure will quickly drop and start to rise again as the tire inflates with air only 10 Inflate...

Page 375: ...he maximum speed label from the sealant canister and place it in a highly visible location Do not exceed the speed on this label until the damaged tire is repaired or replaced 17 Return the equipment...

Page 376: ...sor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire Not Punctured To use the air compressor to inflate a tire with air only and not sealant If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slo...

Page 377: ...mpressor will inflate the tire with air only 10 Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure using the pressure gauge D The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loadin...

Page 378: ...riginal locations 15 Return the equipment to its original storage location in the vehicle Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister To remove the sealant canister 1 Remove the plastic cover 2 U...

Page 379: ...nt and compressor kit reverse the steps Tire Changing Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you need is located in the trunk 1 Open the trunk 2 Remove the spare tire cover 3 Turn the retaine...

Page 380: ...over could be sharp so do not try to remove the cover with your bare hands Do not drop the cap or lay it face down as it could become scratched or damaged Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you...

Page 381: ...nder a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack WARNING Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury...

Page 382: ...l or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When changing a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the...

Page 383: ...on after replacing Follow the torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts See Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 for original equipmen...

Page 384: ...tire and tools 1 If the flat tire is larger than the spare tire use the longer mounting bolt 2 Slide the shorter bolt to remove it from the floor and insert the longer one 3 Replace the jack and tools...

Page 385: ...will last longer and be in good shape in case it is needed again Notice When the compact spare is installed do not take the vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare ca...

Page 386: ...ump start your vehicle If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged 2 Position the two vehicles so that they are not touching 3 Set the par...

Page 387: ...ter and get medical help immediately WARNING Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Connect one end of the red posit...

Page 388: ...ould not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal Jumper Cable Removal A H...

Page 389: ...behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing and dolly towing Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all fou...

Page 390: ...t the transmission to P Park 2 Turn the engine off and firmly set the parking brake 3 Following the manufacturer s instructions securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle 4 Turn the ig...

Page 391: ...ive the front wheels onto the dolly 3 Shift the transmission to P Park 4 Firmly set the parking brake 5 Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked i...

Page 392: ...s use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish Notice Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may damage it Use...

Page 393: ...e covered by the warranty Do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives as they can damage the paint metal or plastic on the vehicle Approved cleaning products...

Page 394: ...aners brushes or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or chrome plated wheels could damage the surface of the wheel s The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Use only approved clean...

Page 395: ...from all painted surfaces on the 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...

Page 396: ...t could cause them to set rapidly Lighter colored interiors may require more frequent cleaning Newspapers and garments that can transfer color to home furnishings can also transfer color to the vehicl...

Page 397: ...oo much soap will leave a residue that leaves streaks and attracts dirt For liquid cleaners about 20 drops per 3 78 L 1 gal of water is a good guide Do not heavily saturate the upholstery while cleani...

Page 398: ...pet after the cleaning process Leather Leather and lighter colored leather in particular will need more frequent cleaning to prevent the buildup of dust dirt and colors transferred from other items so...

Page 399: ...alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Some commercial products may increase gloss on the instrument panel The increase in gloss may cause annoying reflections in the win...

Page 400: ...or mats do not interfere with the pedals Use the floor mat with the correct side up Do not turn it over Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat Use only a single floor mat on the dri...

Page 401: ...Black plate 100 1 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual 2011 10 100 Vehicle Care 2 NOTES...

Page 402: ...cle owner you are responsible for the scheduled maintenance in this section We recommend having your dealer perform these services Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep the vehicle in good working...

Page 403: ...Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 11 9 We recommend the use of genuine parts from your dealer Rotation of New Tires To maintain ride handling and performance of the vehicle it is important that t...

Page 404: ...ior Care on page 10 91 Worn or damaged wiper blade replacement See Wiper Blade Replacement on page 10 28 Tire inflation pressures check See Tire Pressure on page 10 53 Tire wear inspection See Tire In...

Page 405: ...tion See Tire Inspection on page 10 59 Sunroof track and seal inspection if equipped See Sunroof on page 2 20 Once a Year See Starter Switch Check on page 10 26 See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock C...

Page 406: ...and free of debris During any maintenance if a power washer is used to clean mud and dirt from the underbody care should be taken to not directly spray the transfer case output seals High pressure wat...

Page 407: ...nd dirt from the underbody care should be taken to not directly spray the transfer case output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid Contaminated flu...

Page 408: ...ed with the dexos certification mark Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade See Engine Oil on page 10 9 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixtu...

Page 409: ...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...

Page 410: ...d from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 55560894 A3128C Engine Oil Filter 2 4L L4 Engine 12605566 PF457G 3 6L V6 Engine 89017525 PF63 Passenger Compartment...

Page 411: ...aintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance...

Page 412: ...Black plate 11 1 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual 2011 Service and Maintenance 11 11 Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed...

Page 413: ...Black plate 12 1 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual 2011 11 12 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed...

Page 414: ...the windshield from outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN...

Page 415: ...efrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Engine Cooling System 2 4L L4 Engine 7...

Page 416: ...9 5 qt Wheel Nut Torque 150 Y 110 ft lb See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10 13 for information on checking fluid level All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approxi...

Page 417: ...Black plate 4 1 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual 2011 12 4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 2 4L L4 Engine Electric Power Steering 2 4L L4 Engine Hydraulic Power Steering 3 6L V6 Engines...

Page 418: ...ernment 13 15 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 13 16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 16 Event Data Recorders 13 16 OnStar 13 17 Navigation System 13...

Page 419: ...ehicle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you can file with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your righ...

Page 420: ...fers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP c...

Page 421: ...at General Motors for support if needed Step Three If your case is not resolved in a reasonable amount of time by your dealer please call the General Motors Customer Assistance Center CAC and provide...

Page 422: ...and U S Virgin Islands General Motors de Mexico S de R L de C V Customer Assistance Center Av Ejercito Nacional 843 Col Granada C P 11520 Mexico D F 01 800 466 0818 Long Distance 011 52 53 29 0818 Cus...

Page 423: ...GM Cardmember Services Earnings summaries Other Helpful Links Buick www buick com Buick Merchandise www buickmerchandise com Help Center www buick com pages mds helpcenter faq do FAQ Frequently Asked...

Page 424: ...89 2438 For Canadian purchased vehicles call 1 800 268 6800 Service is available 24 hours a day 365 days a year Calling for Assistance When calling Roadside Assistance have the following information r...

Page 425: ...to change a flat tire with the spare tire The spare tire if equipped must be in good condition and properly inflated It is the owner s responsibility for the repair or replacement of the tire if it i...

Page 426: ...365 days of the year For detailed information about Roadside Assistance please see the brochure provided with your new vehicle or visit our website at www buick com mx Navigate the site and click on...

Page 427: ...nience by providing several transportation options Depending on the circumstances your dealer can offer you one of the following Shuttle Service Shuttle service is the preferred means of offering Cour...

Page 428: ...dealer Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel General Motors reserves the...

Page 429: ...ision repairs Your dealer may have a collision repair center with GM trained technicians and state of the art equipment or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM trained technician...

Page 430: ...that your vehicle requires damage repairs GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair If you have a pre determined repair facility of choice take your vehicle there or have it towed ther...

Page 431: ...Manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 U S plus handling and shipping fees Without Portfol...

Page 432: ...remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 42...

Page 433: ...ovide antilock braking to help the driver control the vehicle These modules may store data to help your dealer technician service your vehicle Some modules may also store data about how you operate th...

Page 434: ...ept with the consent of the vehicle owner or if the vehicle is leased with the consent of the lessee in response to an official request by police or similar government office as part of GM s defense o...

Page 435: ...al information or link with any other GM system containing personal information Radio Frequency Statement This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Fed...

Page 436: ...re the Airbags 3 30 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 3 40 Passenger Status Indicator 5 13 Readiness Light 5 12 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 39 System Check 3 28 Alarm System Anti Theft...

Page 437: ...35 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps 10 34 Buying New Tires 10 62 C Calibration 5 4 California Fuel Requirements 9 51 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 10 3 Warning 10 3 Camera Rear...

Page 438: ...3 4 13 5 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 13 14 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 13 1 13 3 D Damage Repair Collision 13 11 Danger Warnings and Cautions iv Data Recorders E...

Page 439: ...4 Compartment Overview 10 6 Coolant 10 16 Coolant Temperature Gauge 5 11 Cooling System 10 15 Cooling System Messages 5 32 Drive Belt Routing 12 4 Exhaust 9 27 Overheated Protection Operating Mode 10...

Page 440: ...uses Engine Compartment Fuse Block 10 38 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 10 38 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 10 41 Rear Compartment Fuse Block 10 43 G Garage Door Opener 5 42 Programming 5 43 Gasoline Specif...

Page 441: ...Introduction iii 7 2 J Jump Starting 10 84 K Key and Lock Messages 5 34 Keyless Entry Remote RKE System 2 4 Keyless Entry System 2 3 Keys 2 2 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 10 47 Lamp Messages 5 34 Lamps D...

Page 442: ...rds 11 10 Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 11 7 Scheduled Maintenance 11 2 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 5 14 Manual Mode 9 30 Mass Storage Media MEM 7 25 Memory Features 1 7 Messag...

Page 443: ...Parking Assist Ultrasonic 9 42 Brake 9 33 Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 27 Over Things That Burn 9 27 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 5 13 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 8 8 Passenger Sensi...

Page 444: ...13 15 General Motors 13 16 U S Government 13 15 Retained Accessory Power RAP 9 21 Ride Control Systems 9 37 Electronic Stability ESC 9 37 Enhanced Traction System ETS 9 38 Messages 5 34 Selective 9 3...

Page 445: ...6 Shifting Into Park 9 25 Out of Park 9 26 Side Blind Zone Alert 9 44 Signals Turn and Lane Change 6 4 Spare Tire Compact 10 84 Specifications and Capacities 12 2 Speedometer 5 10 Start Vehicle Remote...

Page 446: ...6 Wheel Replacement 10 66 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 61 Winter 10 47 Towing Driving Characteristics 9 56 Equipment 9 61 General Information 9 55 Recreational Vehicle 10 88 Trailer 9 60 Vehicle 1...

Page 447: ...n Label 12 1 Ventilation Air 8 8 Visors 2 20 W Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 8 Warnings iv Cautions and Danger iv Hazard Flashers 6 4 Washer Fluid 10 22 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 10 6...

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