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Buick Regal Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

7576024) - 2015 - crc - 4/15/14

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Service and Maintenance

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Check parking brake and
automatic transmission park
mechanism. See

Park Brake and

P (Park) Mechanism Check on
page 10-29

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Check accelerator pedal for
damage, high effort, or binding.
Replace if needed.

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Visually inspect gas strut for
signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage. Check the hold open
ability of the strut. See your
dealer if service is required.

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Check tire sealant expiration
date, if equipped. See

Tire

Sealant and Compressor Kit on
page 10-63

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Inspect sunroof track and seal,
if equipped. See

Sunroof on

page 2-22

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Summary of Contents for 2015 Regal

Page 1: ...2k15_buick_regal_22941512A ai Modern Bridge Level 2 23321109 Spine Printer Adjust Color Black Date 03 28 14 2015 ...

Page 2: ...rtments 4 1 Additional Storage Features 4 3 Instruments and Controls 5 1 Controls 5 2 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 7 Information Displays 5 30 Vehicle Messages 5 37 Vehicle Personalization 5 46 Universal Remote System 5 52 Lighting 6 1 Exterior Lighting 6 1 Interior Lighting 6 4 Lighting Features 6 6 Infotainment System 7 1 Introduction 7 1 Climate Controls 8 1 Climate Control Systems 8 ...

Page 3: ...vice and Maintenance 11 1 General Information 11 1 Maintenance Schedule 11 2 Special Application Services 11 8 Additional Maintenance and Care 11 8 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 11 Maintenance Records 11 14 Technical Data 12 1 Vehicle Identification 12 1 Vehicle Data 12 2 Customer Information 13 1 Customer Information 13 1 Reporting Safety Defects 13 12 Vehicle Data Recording and Priv...

Page 4: ... features applications that may not be available in your region or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Vehicle Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer at www helminc com or fro...

Page 5: ...on indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle damage A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means Do Not Do not do this or Do not let this happen Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gauge or ind...

Page 6: ...ock Brake System ABS g Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar if equipped Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps g First Responder Fog Lamps Fuel Gauge Fuses 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Heated Steering Wheel j LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure O Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Remind...

Page 7: ...Black plate 6 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 7576024 2015 crc 4 15 14 vi Introduction 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 8: ... Infotainment System 1 14 Steering Wheel Controls 1 14 Cruise Control 1 14 Driver Information Center DIC 1 15 Forward Collision Alert FCA System 1 15 Lane Departure Warning LDW 1 15 Lane Change Alert LCA 1 16 Rear Vision Camera RVC 1 16 Rear Cross Traffic Alert RCTA System 1 16 Parking Assist 1 16 Active Emergency Braking System 1 16 Power Outlets 1 17 Universal Remote System 1 17 Sunroof 1 17 eAs...

Page 9: ...Black plate 2 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 7576024 2015 crc 4 15 14 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 10: ...ation Center DIC Uplevel Cluster on page 5 33 6 Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 2 If Equipped Driver Information Center DIC Controls See Driver Information Center DIC Base Level Cluster on page 5 31 or Driver Information Center DIC Uplevel Cluster on page 5 33 7 Windshield Wiper Washer on page 5 3 8 Infotainment on page 7 1 9 Traction Control Electronic Stability Control on page 9 34 Hazard Warn...

Page 11: ... on page 5 18 Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle For more detailed information refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual Remote Keyless Entry RKE System The RKE transmitter may work up to 60 m 197 ft away from the vehicle With Remote Start Shown Press...

Page 12: ...e locked and the climate control system may come on The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes Repeat the steps for a 10 minute time extension Remote start can be extended only once Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start do one of the following Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers Turn the vehi...

Page 13: ...e trunk Press on the driver door Press and hold Y on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter Press the touch pad on the trunk under the vehicle emblem after unlocking all doors See Trunk on page 2 13 Windows The power window switches are on the driver door Each passenger door has a switch that controls only that window Press the switch to lower the window Pull the front of the switch up to raise ...

Page 14: ...to the desired position and release the handle 3 3 Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place Press and hold the top or bottom of the switch 2 to raise or lower the seat Release the switch 2 when the desired height is reached To raise or recline the seatback use the lever 1 on the outboard side of the seat See Seat Adjustment on page 3 3 and Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 ...

Page 15: ...earward See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 5 Press the top or bottom of the control 3 to increase or decrease lumbar support See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3 4 Memory Features If equipped the MEM 1 and 2 buttons on the outboard side of the driver seat are used to manually save and recall the driver seat and outside mirror positions See Memory Seats on page 3 6 and Vehicle Personalization on page 5 4...

Page 16: ...ary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position See Head Restraints on page 3 2 and Seat Adjustment on page 3 3 Safety Belts Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly Safety Belts on page 3 10 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3 12 Lap Shoulder Belt on page 3 13 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH ...

Page 17: ...rror on page 2 19 Exterior Mirrors To adjust a mirror 1 Move the selector switch to L Left or R Right to choose the driver or passenger mirror 2 Press the arrows on the control pad to move each mirror in the desired direction 3 Return the selector switch to the center position See Power Mirrors on page 2 19 Folding Mirrors The outside mirrors can be folded inward to prevent damage when going throu...

Page 18: ...Interior Lighting Dome Lamps The interior lamps control in the overhead console controls both the front and rear interior lamps Turns the lamps off H Turns the lamps on when any door is opened Keeps the lamps on all the time Reading Lamps There are front and rear reading lamps The front reading lamps are in the overhead console The rear reading lamps are in the headliner or Press to turn each lamp...

Page 19: ...amps 2 Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights See Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1 Daytime Running Lamps DRL on page 6 2 Fog Lamps on page 6 4 If Equipped Windshield Wiper Washer The windshield wiper washer lever is on the right side of the steering column With the ignition in ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper ...

Page 20: ...ith this system 1 Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls 2 Heated Front Seats If Equipped 3 Defrost 4 Air Delivery Mode Controls 5 Fan Control 6 Power 7 Rear Window Defogger 8 A C Air Conditioning 9 Recirculation 10 AUTO Automatic Operation 11 SYNC Synchronized Temperature See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 1 Transmission Automatic Transmission I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e...

Page 21: ... See the infotainment manual for information on the radio audio players phone navigation system and voice or speech recognition It also includes information on settings Steering Wheel Controls The infotainment system can be operated by using the steering wheel controls See Steering Wheel Controls in the infotainment manual Cruise Control 5 Press to turn cruise control on or off A white indicator c...

Page 22: ... to open a menu or select a menu item Press and hold to reset values on certain screens See Driver Information Center DIC Base Level Cluster on page 5 31 or Driver Information Center DIC Uplevel Cluster on page 5 33 Forward Collision Alert FCA System If equipped FCA may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front end crashes FCA provides a green indicator V when a vehicle is detected ahead This ...

Page 23: ...w speed backing maneuvers See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing on page 9 48 Rear Cross Traffic Alert RCTA System If equipped when backing the RCTA system uses a triangle with an arrow displayed on the RVC screen to warn of traffic behind your vehicle that may cross your vehicle s path In addition beeps will sound See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing on page 9 48 Parking Assist If...

Page 24: ...ee Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 23 Open the protective cover to use the accessory power outlet See Power Outlets on page 5 4 Universal Remote System If equipped this system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers security systems and home automation devices Read the instructions completely before attempting to...

Page 25: ...e start stop feature This feature saves fuel by shutting the engine off when the vehicle is stopped When the engine shuts off automatically all the accessories will continue to operate normally In very hot or cold conditions the engine will only shut off automatically part of the time See Starting the Engine on page 9 18 There are two air conditioning settings available The comfort setting maximiz...

Page 26: ...the engine to turn off when the brake pedal is applied and the vehicle comes to a complete stop When the brake pedal is released or the accelerator pedal is applied the engine will restart The engine will continue to run until the next auto stop To restart the engine during the auto stop release the brake pedal or press the accelerator pedal The engine starts immediately The vehicle continues to r...

Page 27: ...raction Control Electronic Stability Control The traction control system limits wheel slip The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started The StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started To turn off traction control press and release the TCS StabiliTrak but...

Page 28: ... and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message when it is time to change the engine oil and filter The oil life system should be reset to 100 only following an oil change Resetting the Oil Life System 1 Using the DIC controls on the right side of the steering wheel display REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC See Driver Information Center DIC Base Level Cluster on page 5 31 or Driver Information Center...

Page 29: ...tires properly inflated Combine several trips into a single trip Replace the vehicle s tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire s sidewall near the size Follow recommended scheduled maintenance Roadside Assistance Program U S 1 800 252 1112 TTY Users U S Only 1 888 889 2438 Canada 1 800 268 6800 New Buick owners are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance Program See Road...

Page 30: ...ors Convex Mirrors 2 18 Power Mirrors 2 19 Folding Mirrors 2 19 Heated Mirrors 2 19 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 2 19 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 19 Windows Windows 2 20 Power Windows 2 20 Sun Visors 2 22 Roof Sunroof 2 22 Keys and Locks Keys Warning Leaving children in a vehicle with an ignition key or Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is dangerous and children or others ...

Page 31: ...bris Periodically clean with a brush or pick See your dealer if a new key is needed If locked out of the vehicle see Roadside Assistance Program on page 13 5 With an active OnStar subscription an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle See OnStar Overview on page 14 1 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 12 If there is a decrease in the RKE operating rang...

Page 32: ...mote Unlock Light Feedback under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 46 Pressing K will disarm the theft deterrent system See Vehicle Alarm System on page 2 15 Q Lock Press to lock all doors The turn signal indicators may flash and or the horn may sound on the second press to indicate locking See Remote Lock Feedback under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 46 If the driver door is open when Q is pre...

Page 33: ... RKE transmitter should be within 1 m 3 ft of the door or trunk being opened If equipped there will be buttons on the outside front door handles The Keyless Access can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first lock unlock press from the driver door See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 46 Keyless Unlocking Locking from the Driver Door When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is withi...

Page 34: ...e interior or none remain in the interior Temporary Disable Passive Locking Feature Temporarily disable the passive locking by pressing and holding K on the interior door switch with a door open for at least four seconds or until three chimes are heard Passive locking will then remain disabled until Q on the interior door is pressed or until the vehicle is turned on To customize the doors to autom...

Page 35: ...ete for the first key The vehicle must be off and all of the keys you wish to program must be with you 1 Insert the new vehicle key into the ignition 2 Turn to ON RUN The security light will come on 3 Wait 10 minutes until the security light turns off 4 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF 5 Repeat Steps 2 4 two more times After the third time turn to ON RUN the key is learned and all previously known ke...

Page 36: ...ditional transmitters are programmed press and hold the ignition for 12 seconds to exit programming mode Reinstall the rubber cupliner Programming without a Recognized Transmitter Keyless Access Vehicles Only If there are no currently recognized transmitters available follow this procedure to program up to eight transmitters This feature is not available in Canada This procedure will take approxim...

Page 37: ...IC will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter 6 Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and press K To program additional transmitters repeat Steps 4 6 When all additional transmitters are programmed press and hold the ENGINE START STOP button for 12 seconds to exit programming mode Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery If the transmitter battery is weak or...

Page 38: ...ery positive side facing up Push the battery down until it is held in place Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery 5 Snap the battery cover back on to the transmitter Remote Vehicle Start If equipped this feature that allows the engine to be started from outside the vehicle Remote Vehicle Start This button will be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start The climate control syst...

Page 39: ...n the remote start is extended the second 10 minute period is added on to the first 10 minutes and the engine will run for a total of 20 minutes A maximum of two remote starts or a remote start with an extension are allowed between ignition cycles The vehicle s ignition must be changed to ON RUN START and then back to OFF before the remote start procedure can be used again Canceling a Remote Start...

Page 40: ...ways lock the vehicle whenever leaving it Continued Warning Continued Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when slowing or stopping the vehicle Lock the doors to help prevent this from happening To lock or unlock the door from outside the vehicle press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or use the key in the driver door From inside the vehicle with the doors locked p...

Page 41: ...Unlock If Automatic Door Locking is turned on then all doors will automatically unlock when the shift lever is moved into P Park Lockout Protection If equipped with pushbutton start and the vehicle is in ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN START and locking is requested with the driver door open all doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock If equipped with a keyed ignition and the key is in the ig...

Page 42: ...ansmitter 2 Open the door from the outside To cancel the safety lock 1 Unlock the door and open it from the outside 2 Insert the key into the safety lock slot and turn it so the slot is in the vertical position Do the same for the other door Doors Trunk Warning Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate trunk hatch open or with any objects that pass through the seal betw...

Page 43: ...tting See Climate Control Systems in the Index If the vehicle has a power liftgate disable the power liftgate function For more information about carbon monoxide see Engine Exhaust on page 9 25 Trunk Release To open the trunk Press on the driver door Press and hold Y on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter Press the touch pad under the vehicle emblem after unlocking all doors To close the trun...

Page 44: ...rgency trunk release handle on the trunk lid This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle to open the trunk from the inside After use return to the stored position Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft deterrent features however they do not make the vehicle impossible to steal Vehicle Alarm System This vehicle has a anti theft alarm system The indicator light on the ...

Page 45: ...ened without first unlocking with the RKE transmitter the horn will chirp and the lights will flash to indicate pre alarm If the vehicle is not started or the door is not unlocked by pressing K on the RKE transmitter during the 10 second pre alarm the alarm will be activated If a door the hood or the trunk is opened without first disarming the system the turn signals will flash and the horn will s...

Page 46: ... The vehicle may not start if the key is damaged The security light in the instrument cluster comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft deterrent system When trying to start the vehicle the security light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on If the engine does not start and the security light stays on there is a problem with the system Turn the ignition off and t...

Page 47: ...ain If the RKE transmitter appears to be undamaged try another transmitter or place the transmitter in the transmitter pocket See Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 If the vehicle does not start with the other transmitter or when the transmitter is in the transmitter pocket your vehicle needs service See your dealer who c...

Page 48: ...utomatic car wash Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position Heated Mirrors The vehicle has heated mirrors 1 Rear Window Defogger Press to heat the mirrors See Rear Window Defogger under Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 1 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle If equipped with OnStar t...

Page 49: ...uce the sound open either a front window or the sunroof if equipped Power Windows Warning Children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Never leave keys in a vehicle with children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent operation of the windows See Keys on page 2 1 The power window switches on the driver door contr...

Page 50: ...mes on when activated Press Z again to deactivate the lockout switch If the indicator light flashes the feature may not be working properly Programming the Power Windows If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged disconnected or is not working you will need to reprogram each front power window for the express up feature to work Before reprogramming replace or recharge the vehicle s battery T...

Page 51: ...o open or close the sunroof press the switch 1 to the first detent position To express open or close the sunroof with the safety function enabled press the open or close sunroof switch 1 to the second detent position and release To stop the movement press the switch again To automatically tilt or close the sunroof press the tilt open or close sunroof switch 2 If an object is in the path of the sun...

Page 52: ...lly open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth mild soap and water Do not remove grease from the sunroof Sunshade The sunshade is manually operated Close or open the sunshade by sliding When the sunroof is opened the sunshade is always open Safety Function If the sunroof has any resistance during automatic closing it wi...

Page 53: ...Black plate 24 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 7576024 2015 crc 4 15 14 2 24 Keys Doors and Windows 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 54: ...fter a Crash 3 17 Airbag System Airbag System 3 17 Where Are the Airbags 3 19 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 20 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 21 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 21 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 3 22 Passenger Sensing System 3 23 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 28 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 28 Airbag System Check 3 29 Replacing Airbag Syst...

Page 55: ... the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Front Seat To raise or lower the head restraint press the release button located on the side of the head restraint and pull up or push the head restr...

Page 56: ...h down on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place If you are installing a child restraint in the rear seat see Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 38 Front Seats Seat Adjustment Seat Position Warning You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driv...

Page 57: ...switch to raise or lower the seat Release the switch when the desired height is reached Power Seat Adjustment To adjust a power seat Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control up or down Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire control up or down Lumbar ...

Page 58: ...he vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear the safety belt properly Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving Manual Reclining Seatbacks Warning If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are lo...

Page 59: ... will also automatically save driver seat and outside mirror positions to the current driver Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter when the ignition is turned off These automatically stored positions are referred to as RKE Memory positions See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 Storing Button Memory Positions To save positions into Button Memory 1 Adjust the driver seat and both ...

Page 60: ...th the RKE transmitter and open the door On vehicles with Keyless Access opening the driver door when an RKE transmitter is present will activate the RKE Memory recall If the driver door is already open pressing the K button on the RKE transmitter will also activate the RKE Memory recall The driver seat and outside mirrors will move to the previously saved RKE Memory positions This feature is turn...

Page 61: ...ch as a blanket cushion cover or similar item This may cause the seat heater to overheat An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat If equipped the buttons are part of the climate control system on the center stack To operate the ignition and the climate control system must be on If the climate control system is off press the O button to turn it on Press M or L to heat the d...

Page 62: ...sonalization on page 5 46 Rear Seats Folding the Seatback Either side of the seatback can be folded down for more cargo space Fold a seatback only when the vehicle is not moving Caution Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat ...

Page 63: ...k A tab near the seatback lever retracts when the seatback is locked in place 2 Push and pull the top of the seatback to be sure it is locked into position 3 Repeat the steps to raise the other seatback if necessary When the seat is not in use it should be kept in the upright locked position Safety Belts This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly It also describes some t...

Page 64: ...panel or the safety belts When you wear a safety belt you and the vehicle slow down together There is more time to stop because you stop over a longer distance and when worn properly your strongest bones take the forces from the safety belts That is why wearing safety belts makes such good sense Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am weari...

Page 65: ... know about wearing a safety belt properly Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you Always use the correct buckle for your seating position Wear the lap part of the belt low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would ...

Page 66: ... shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way the child restraint locking feature may be engaged If this happens let the belt go back all the way and start again 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until...

Page 67: ... a door is slammed against a safety belt damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions Adjust the height so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it The belt should be close to but not contacting the neck Imprope...

Page 68: ...e pretensioners activate in a crash they will need to be replaced Other parts of the vehicle s safety belt system may need to be replaced as well See Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash on page 3 17 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Warning A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured The ...

Page 69: ...u go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for securing child seats To wear it attach it to the regular safety belt See the instruction sheet that comes with the extender Safety S...

Page 70: ...ring any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt system was not being used at the time of the crash Have the safety belt pretensioners checked if the vehicle has been in a crash or if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or while you are...

Page 71: ...ned to work with safety belts not replace them Also airbags are not designed to inflate in every crash In some crashes safety belts are the only restraint See When Should an Airbag Inflate on page 3 20 Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce the chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Airbags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts Everyone in the ...

Page 72: ...ecks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 18 for more information Where Are the Airbags The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar The driver and front...

Page 73: ...oof 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 inflating roof rail airbag will be blocked When Should an Airbag Inflate This vehicle is equipped with airbags See Airbag System on page 3 17 Airbags are designed to inflate if the impact exceeds the specific airbag system s deployment threshold Deployment thresholds ar...

Page 74: ...s are designed to inflate during a rollover or in a severe frontal impact Roof rail airbags are not designed to inflate in rear impacts Both roof rail airbags will inflate when either side of the vehicle is struck if the sensing system predicts that the vehicle is about to roll over on its side or in a severe frontal impact In any particular crash no one can say whether an airbag should have infla...

Page 75: ...ith you may be warm but not too hot to touch There may be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated airbags Airbag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of the windshield or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle Warning When an airbag inflates there may be dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for peop...

Page 76: ...diness light and or the 12 volt battery warning light are displayed Before the vehicle can be operated again it must be serviced at your dealer In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the front outboard passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After an airbag inflates you ...

Page 77: ...ed 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag inflates Warning A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close t...

Page 78: ...a reminder that the airbag is active For some children including children in child restraints and for very small adults the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag 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 airb...

Page 79: ... vehicle The passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the airbag for a child in a child restraint depending upon the child s size It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult Sized Occupant If a person of adult size is sitting in the front outboard passenger seat but the off indicator is lit it could be because that person is not sittin...

Page 80: ...aftermarket equipment except when approved by GM for your specific vehicle See Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 3 28 for more information about modifications that can affect how the system operates A wet seat can affect the performance of the passenger sensing system Here is how The passenger sensing system may turn off the passenger frontal airbag when liquid is soaked into...

Page 81: ...ing Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle Adding accessories that change the vehicle s frame bumper system height front end or side sheet metal may keep the airbag system from working properly The operation of the airbag system can also be affected by changing any parts of the front seats safety belts the airbag sensing and diagnostic module steering wheel instrument panel any of the airbag mod...

Page 82: ... page 13 3 Airbag System Check The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement Make sure the airbag readiness light is working See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 18 Caution If an airbag covering is damaged opened or broken the airbag may not work properly Do not open or break the airbag coverings If there are any opened or broken airbag coverings have the airbag co...

Page 83: ...ome 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 fit test below Sit all the way back on the seat Do the knees bend at the seat edge If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Buckle the lap shoulder belt Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder If yes continue If no try using the rear ...

Page 84: ... Shoulder Belt on page 3 13 According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in a rear seating position In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safety belts properly Warning Never allow more than one child to wear the same safety belt The safety belt cannot prope...

Page 85: ...or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked The shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the retractor It unlocks when the shoulder belt is allowed to go all Continued Warning Continued the way back into the retractor but it cannot do this if it is wrapped around a child s neck If the shoulder bel...

Page 86: ...very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front outboard seat Secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat It is also better to secure a forward facing child restraint in a rear seat If you must secure a forward facing child restraint in Continued Warning Continued the front outboard seat always move the front...

Page 87: ...inds of restraints available for children with special needs Warning To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during a crash infants need complete support In a crash if an infant is in a rear facing child restraint the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants should always be secured in rear facing child restraints Warning A you...

Page 88: ...he back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint Forward Facing Child Seat A forward facing child seat provides restraint for the child s body with the harness Booster Seats A booster seat is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system A booster seat can also help a child to s...

Page 89: ...d restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle even when no child is in it In some areas of the United States and Canada Certified Child Passen...

Page 90: ...ure a forward facing child restraint in the front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 23 for additional information When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with thi...

Page 91: ...done as long as the booster seat can be positioned properly and there is no interference with the proper positioning of the lap shoulder belt on the child Make sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint and also the instructions in this manual When installing a child restraint with a top tether you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secur...

Page 92: ...int may have a single tether 3 or a dual tether 4 Either will have a single attachment 2 to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be att...

Page 93: ...be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position See Where to Put the Restraint on page 3 36 for additional information Securing a Child Restraint Designed for...

Page 94: ... neck If the shoulder belt is locked and tightened around a child s neck the only way to loosen the belt is to cut it Buckle any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock and tighten the belt behind the child restraint after the child restraint has been installed Caution Do not let the LATCH ...

Page 95: ...n Installing child restraints using LATCH in the center and left rear seating positions 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 When using lower anchors do not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead use the vehicle s anchors and child restraint attachments to secure ...

Page 96: ...restraint instructions and the following steps 2 1 Find the top tether anchor Open the cover to expose the anchor 2 2 Route attach and tighten the top tether according to the child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint or the headrest or head restraint has been removed and you are using a single tether route t...

Page 97: ... held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth There should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement for proper installation Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation The rear outboard head restraints can be removed if they interfere with the proper installation of the child restraint To remove the head restraint 1 Partiall...

Page 98: ...ad restraint to make sure that it is locked in place Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash Warning A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint resulting in serious injury or even Continued Warning Continued death in a crash To help make sure the LATCH system is working properly after a crash see your dealer to have the ...

Page 99: ...tem you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say If more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint on page 3 36 1 Put the child restraint on the seat If the...

Page 100: ...tor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 4 and 5 6 If the child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 38 for more information 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in pla...

Page 101: ... killed if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passenger sensing system has turned o...

Page 102: ...sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag the off indicator on the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 19 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint ...

Page 103: ...eps 5 and 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 forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement If the airbag is off the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will co...

Page 104: ...ional Storage Features Convenience Net 4 3 Storage Compartments Warning Do not store heavy or sharp objects in storage compartments In a crash these objects may cause the cover to open and could result in injury Instrument Panel Storage There is a storage compartment on the driver side of the instrument panel Lift the latch to open Glove Box Lift up the handle to open the glove box Cupholders Two ...

Page 105: ...o access cupholders Rear Storage Pull down the armrest Press the button to lift the cover Close the cover before folding the armrest up Center Console Storage Press the button to access the storage under the armrest There are two USB ports an SD card reader and a power outlet inside If equipped there is an auxiliary input jack See the infotainment manual I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 106: ... 4 3 Additional Storage Features Convenience Net If equipped the convenience net is in the trunk and can be used to store small loads The net should not be used to store heavy loads Attach the loops on each side of the net to the hooks located on the sides of the trunk I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

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Page 108: ...ing Light 5 23 Electric Parking Brake Light 5 23 Service Electric Parking Brake Light 5 24 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 5 24 Up Shift Light 5 24 Lane Departure Warning LDW Light 5 25 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 5 25 Traction Off Light 5 25 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 26 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 5 26 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light 5 26 Tire Pressure Light 5 27 Engi...

Page 109: ...5 46 Vehicle Personalization Vehicle Personalization 5 46 Universal Remote System Universal Remote System 5 52 Universal Remote System Programming 5 52 Universal Remote System Operation 5 55 Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you 4 Pull the lever up to lock ...

Page 110: ...urn the wipers off 8 Mist For a single wipe briefly move the wiper lever down For several wipes hold the wiper lever down n L Windshield Washer Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers The wipers will continue until the lever is released or the maximum wash time is reached When the windshield wiper lever is released additional wipes may oc...

Page 111: ...the vehicle for a short distance in an open area where it can receive a GPS signal The compass system will automatically determine when a GPS signal is restored and provide a heading again See Compass Messages on page 5 38 for the messages that may be displayed for the compass Clock Setting the Time and Date To set the time or date 1 Select Settings from the Home Page then select Time and Date Set...

Page 112: ...ng Current If equipped this power outlet is on the rear of the center console It can be used to plug in electrical equipment with a maximum limit of 150 watts An indicator light on the outlet comes on when in use The light comes on when the ignition is in ON RUN equipment requiring less than 150 watts is plugged into the outlet and no system fault is detected The indicator light does not come on w...

Page 113: ...lamps etc Medical equipment Cigarette Lighter If equipped push the lighter down and it will pop up when it is ready to be used The ignition switch must be in the ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN position to use the lighter Caution Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating does not let the lighter back away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from overheating can occur to the lighter or ...

Page 114: ...ive 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 vehicle function Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle function Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a ...

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Page 117: ... Audio app then press T to enter the Audio menu In the Audio menu browse for music select from the favorites or change the audio source Phone Press V to select the Phone app then press T to enter the Phone menu In the Phone menu if there is no active phone call view recent calls scroll through contacts or select from the favorites If there is an active call mute or unmute the phone or switch to ha...

Page 118: ...the driver to set a speed that they do not want to exceed To set the Speed Warning press T when Speed Warning is displayed Press y or z to adjust the value Press V to set the speed Once the speed is set this feature can be turned off by pressing V while viewing this page If the selected speed limit is exceeded a pop up warning is displayed with a chime Compass In certain vehicles the compass setti...

Page 119: ...al GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 7576024 2015 crc 4 15 14 5 12 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Uplevel Cluster English Automatic Transmission Shown Metric and Manual Transmission Similar I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 120: ... scroll through items in the Performance menu Friction Bubble Displays four quadrants that represent the four corners of the car A bubble shows where the most inertia is being exerted on the vehicle Accel and Brake Displays the percentage amount of brake or accelerator pressure applied by the driver as a bar graph around the outer perimeter of the DIC area The left side is for acceleration and the...

Page 121: ...m is highlighted Display Themes Press T while Display Themes is displayed to enter the menu Choose Sport or Touring by pressing V while the desired item is highlighted Info Pages Press T while Info Pages is displayed to enter the Info Pages menu and select the items to be displayed in the Info App See Driver Information Center DIC Base Level Cluster on page 5 31 or Driver Information Center DIC Up...

Page 122: ...speed in revolutions per minute rpm For eAssist vehicles when the ignition is in ON RUN the tachometer indicates the vehicle status When pointing to AUTO STOP the engine is off but the vehicle is on and can move The engine could auto start at any time When the indicator points to OFF the vehicle is off When the engine is on the tachometer will indicate the engine s revolutions per minute rpm The t...

Page 123: ...uel level becomes low a message appears in the Driver Information Center DIC and a single chime sounds See Fuel System Messages on page 5 41 for more information Here are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge At the service station the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indi...

Page 124: ... when the ignition is turned off Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge Base Level Metric Uplevel Metric Base Level English Uplevel English This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature If the indicator needle moves to the hot side of the gauge toward the shaded area the engine is too hot In eAssist vehicles the engine coolant warning light will come on when the engine is too hot See Engine Coolant Te...

Page 125: ...g status indicator See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 23 When the vehicle is started this light flashes and a chime may come 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 while the vehicle is moving If the passenger safety belt is buckled neither the ch...

Page 126: ...arted the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF for several seconds as a system check Then after several more seconds the status indicator will light either ON or OFF to let you know the status of the front outboard passenger frontal airbag If the word ON is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag is allowed to inflat...

Page 127: ... II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation monitors the operation of the vehicle to ensure emissions are at acceptable levels helping to maintain a clean environment The malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the vehicle is placed in ON RUN for Key Access or Service Only Mode for Keyless Access as a check to show it is working If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer See Ignition ...

Page 128: ...es vehicle emissions and could damage the emission control system on the vehicle Diagnosis and service might be required To prevent more serious damage to the vehicle Reduce vehicle speed Avoid hard accelerations Avoid steep uphill grades If the light continues to flash find a safe place to stop and park the vehicle Turn the vehicle off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light ...

Page 129: ...em test equipment will likely connect to the vehicle s Data Link Connector DLC The DLC is under the instrument panel next to the steering wheel See your dealer if assistance is needed The vehicle may not pass inspection if The malfunction indicator lamp is on while the engine is running or the malfunction indicator lamp is not on while the vehicle is in ON RUN or Service Only Mode See your dealer ...

Page 130: ...mes on and stays on there is a base brake problem Warning The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped have the vehicle towed for service Electric Parking Brake Light Metric English Base Level Engl...

Page 131: ...n briefly when the engine is started If the light does not come on have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem If the ABS light stays on turn the ignition off If the light comes on while driving stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn the ignition off A chime may also sound when the light comes on steady Then start the engine again to reset the system If the ABS light st...

Page 132: ...Lane Departure Warning LDW on page 9 57 Vehicle Ahead Indicator If equipped this indicator will display green when a vehicle is detected ahead and amber when you are following a vehicle ahead much too closely See Forward Collision Alert FCA System on page 9 51 Traction Off Light This light comes on briefly while starting the engine If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the sys...

Page 133: ...ght This light comes on briefly when the engine is started If the light does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light turns off If the light is on and not flashing the TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak system have been disabled A DIC message may display Check the DIC messages to determine which feature s is no longer functioning a...

Page 134: ...cantly underinflated A Driver Information Center DIC tire pressure message may also display See Tire Messages on page 5 45 Stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the Tire and Loading Information label See Tire Pressure on page 10 48 When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on there may be a prob...

Page 135: ...to show it is working It also comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel The light turns off when fuel is added If it does not have the vehicle serviced Security Light The security light should come on briefly as the engine is started If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light turns off If the light stays on and the engine ...

Page 136: ...ht The cruise control light is white when the cruise control is on and ready and turns green when the cruise control is set and active See Cruise Control on page 9 37 Adaptive Cruise Control Light This light is white when the Adaptive Cruise Control ACC if equipped is on and ready and turns green when the ACC is set and active See Adaptive Cruise Control on page 9 40 Door Ajar Light When the ignit...

Page 137: ...screen These screens indicate the current operating condition and the energy flow between the engine generator and high voltage battery Auto Stop Vehicle is stationary with battery active and no power is flowing to the wheels Engine Power Engine is active with energy flowing to the wheels Engine Idle Vehicle is stationary with engine active and no power is flowing to the wheels Regen Recovery Powe...

Page 138: ... See Instrument Cluster Uplevel Cluster on page 5 12 or Instrument Cluster Base Level Cluster on page 5 8 The Info App is only available when the vehicle is in ON RUN The displays show the status of many vehicle systems The controls for the DIC are on the right steering wheel control y or z Press to move up or down in a list S or T Press S to open application menus on the left Press T to open inte...

Page 139: ... based on the number of L 100 km mpg recorded since the last time this menu item was reset This number reflects only the approximate average fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and will change as driving conditions change The Average Fuel Economy can be reset by pressing and holding V while this display is active Fuel Range Displays the approximate distance the vehicle can be driven withou...

Page 140: ...fe System on page 10 13 Coolant Temperature Displays the coolant temperature in either degrees Celsius C or degrees Fahrenheit F Tire Pressure Displays the approximate pressures of all four tires Tire pressure is displayed in either kilopascal kPa or in pounds per square inch psi If the pressure is low the value for that tire is shown in amber See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10 50 and Tir...

Page 141: ... select the Settings app 4 Press y or z to scroll to Info Pages and press T 5 Select Edit List or press T 6 Press y or z to move through the list of possible information displays 7 Press V while an item is highlighted to select or deselect that item When an item is selected a checkmark will appear next to it DIC Info Pages The following is the list of all possible DIC info page displays Some may n...

Page 142: ...he vehicle can be driven without refueling LOW will be displayed when the vehicle is low on fuel The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle s fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank Displays the current fuel economy in either liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km or miles per gallon mpg This number reflects only the approximate fue...

Page 143: ...ehavior in the bar graph affects the running average in the left display and how well recent driving compares to the best that has been achieved Fuel Used and Timer Displays the approximate liters L or gallons gal of fuel that have been used since last reset The fuel used can be reset by pressing the T button while the Fuel Used display is showing To start the timer press V while this display is a...

Page 144: ...ssages may appear one after another The messages that do not require immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by pressing V Set Reset The messages that require immediate action cannot be cleared until that action is performed All messages should be taken seriously clearing the message does not correct the problem The following are the possible messages and some information about them Batte...

Page 145: ...erating and you might notice pulsation in the brake pedal This is normal under these conditions Take the vehicle to your dealer for service SERVICE PARKING BRAKE This message is displayed when there is a problem with the electric parking brake See Parking Brake on page 9 32 for more information Take the vehicle to your dealer Compass Messages CAL This message is displayed when the compass needs to...

Page 146: ...page 9 40 SERVICE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL This message displays when the Adaptive Cruise Control ACC needs service Take the vehicle to your dealer SHIFT TO PARK BEFORE EXITING This message may display if Adaptive Cruise Control ACC is engaged holding the vehicle at a stop and the driver attempts to exit the vehicle Put the vehicle in P Park before exiting Door Ajar Messages DRIVER DOOR OPEN This m...

Page 147: ...This message displays and a continuous chime sounds if the engine cooling system reaches unsafe temperatures for operation Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so to avoid severe damage This message clears when the engine has cooled to a safe operating temperature HIGH COOLANT TEMPERATURE This message displays if the coolant temperature is hot See Engine Overheating on page 10...

Page 148: ... be reduced Anytime this message stays on the vehicle should be taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible Fuel System Messages FUEL LEVEL LOW This message displays when the vehicle is low on fuel Refuel as soon as possible Key and Lock Messages NO REMOTE DETECTED This message displays when the transmitter battery is weak on vehicles with Keyless Access See Starting the Vehicle with a Lo...

Page 149: ...for some time The Active Emergency Braking System does not need service This can occur under the following conditions The radar is not clean Keep the radar sensors free of mud dirt snow ice and slush Clean the entire front and or rear of the vehicle For cleaning instructions see Exterior Care on page 10 85 Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the radar object detection or camera performance This...

Page 150: ... been repaired SERVICE FRONT CAMERA If this message remains on after continued driving the vehicle needs service Do not use the Lane Departure Warning LDW and Forward Collision Alert FCA features Take the vehicle to your dealer SERVICE PARKING ASSIST This message displays if there is a problem with the Parking Assist system Do not use this system to help you park See your dealer for service SERVIC...

Page 151: ...ce See your dealer SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL This message displays when there is a problem with the Traction Control System TCS When this message is displayed the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly See your dealer for service SERVICE STABILITRAK This message displays if there is a problem with the StabiliTrak system If this message appears try to reset the system Stop ...

Page 152: ...blem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 51 TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE This message displays when the system is learning new tires See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 51 TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS this message displays when the pressure in one or more of the vehicle s tires is l...

Page 153: ...r as soon as possible See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for the location of the windshield washer reservoir Also see Washer Fluid on page 10 23 for more information Window Messages OPEN THEN CLOSE DRIVER PASSENGER WINDOW This message is displayed when the window needs to be reprogrammed If the vehicle s battery has been recharged or disconnected you will need to program each front windo...

Page 154: ... Radio To manage the radio features see Radio under Settings in the infotainment manual Vehicle Select and the following may display Climate and Air Quality Collision Detection Systems Comfort and Convenience Lighting Power Door Locks Remote Lock Unlock Start Climate and Air Quality Select and the following may display Auto Fan Max Speed Auto Defog Auto Rear Defog Auto Fan Max Speed This feature w...

Page 155: ... Off disables all Forward Collision Alert and Automatic Braking capabilities of the Auto Collision Preparation feature Select Off Alert and Brake or Alert See Driver Assistance Systems on page 9 48 Go Notifier This feature will give a reminder that Adaptive Cruise Control provides when it has brought the vehicle to a complete stop behind another stopping vehicle and then that vehicle drives on Sel...

Page 156: ...ng This allows the selection of how long the exterior lamps stay on when leaving the vehicle when it is dark outside Select Off 30 Seconds 60 Seconds or 120 Seconds Power Door Locks Select and the following may display Unlocked Door Anti Lockout Auto Door Unlock Delayed Door Lock Unlocked Door Anti Lockout When on this feature will keep the driver door from locking when the door is open If Off is ...

Page 157: ...s or Driver Door Remote Start Auto Heat Seats If equipped and turned on this feature will turn the heated seats on when using remote start on cold days Select Off On Driver and Passenger or On Driver Passive Door Unlock This allows the selection of what doors will unlock when using the button on the driver door to unlock the vehicle Select All Doors or Driver Door Passive Door Lock This feature ca...

Page 158: ...justs the sensitivity of the speech recognition system Select Confirm More or Confirm Less Prompt Length This feature adjusts the voice prompt length Select Short or Long Audio Feedback Speed This feature adjusts the audio feedback speed Select Slow Medium or Fast Display Select and the following may display Mode Calibrate Touchscreen Turn Display Off Mode Select to change the display screen for d...

Page 159: ...ct Restore or Cancel Clear All Private Data This allows selection to clear all private information from the vehicle Select Delete or Cancel Restore Radio Settings This allows selection to restore radio settings Select Restore or Cancel Software Information Select to view the infotainment system current software information Universal Remote System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 12 Univers...

Page 160: ...e System For questions or help programming the Universal Remote system call 1 800 355 3515 or see www homelink com Programming involves time sensitive actions and may time out causing the procedure to be repeated To program up to three devices 1 Hold the end of the hand held transmitter about 3 to 8 cm 1 to 3 in away from the Universal Remote system buttons with the indicator light in view The han...

Page 161: ...ss and release the Learn or Smart button Step 6 must be completed within 30 seconds of pressing this button 6 Inside the vehicle press and hold the newly programmed Universal Remote system button for two seconds and then release it If the garage door does not move or the lamp on the garage door opener receiver does not flash press and hold the same button a second time for two seconds then release...

Page 162: ...ersal Remote System to complete Universal Remote System Operation Using the Universal Remote System Press and hold the appropriate Universal Remote system button for at least one half second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons Erase all programmed buttons when vehicle ownership is terminated To erase 1 Press and hold the tw...

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Page 164: ...ollowing positions O Off Turns off the exterior lamps The knob returns to the AUTO position after it is released Turn to O again to reactivate the AUTO mode In Canada the headlamps will automatically reactivate when the vehicle is shifted out of P Park on automatic transmission vehicles and when the parking brake is released on manual transmission vehicles AUTO Automatic Automatically turns the ex...

Page 165: ...RL will come on when all of the following conditions are met The ignition is on The exterior lamps control is in AUTO The light sensor determines it is daytime The parking brake is released or the vehicle is not in P Park When the DRL are on the low beam headlamps will be on The taillamps sidemarker lamps instrument panel lights and other lamps will not be on The DRL turn off when the headlamps ar...

Page 166: ...g on varies based on wiper speed When the wipers are not operating these lamps turn off Move the exterior lamp control to P or to disable this feature Hazard Warning Flashers Hazard Warning Flashers Press this button on the center stack above the audio system to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press again to turn the flashers off The hazard warning flashers turn on autom...

Page 167: ...Circuit Breakers on page 10 35 Fog Lamps To turn on the fog lamps if equipped the ignition and the headlamps or parking lamps must be on Fog Lamps If Equipped Press to turn on or off An indicator light on the instrument cluster comes on when the fog lamps are on Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Co...

Page 168: ...o operate Off Turns the lamps off H Door Turns the lamps on when any door is opened On Keeps the lamps on all the time The interior lamps turn on automatically if the airbags are deployed Reading Lamps There are front and rear reading lamps The front reading lamps are in the overhead console The rear reading lamps are in the headliner or Reading Lamps Press to turn each lamp on or off I n f o r ma...

Page 169: ...e on when the key is removed from the ignition The exterior lamps and dome lamps remain on after the door is closed for a set amount of time then automatically turn off If equipped with Keyless Access the exterior lamps and dome lamps automatically turn on when the driver door is opened after the ignition is turned off See Ignition Positions Key Access on page 9 15 or Ignition Positions Keyless Ac...

Page 170: ...fotainment System 7 1 Infotainment System Introduction Infotainment 7 1 Introduction Infotainment See the infotainment manual for information on the radio audio players phone navigation system and voice or speech recognition It also includes information on settings I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

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Page 172: ...e Control System 8 1 Air Vents Air Vents 8 6 Maintenance Air Intake 8 6 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 8 6 Service 8 6 Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System The heating cooling and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system 1 Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls 2 Heated Front Seats If Equipped I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 173: ...lect a temperature setting that is higher in hot weather and lower in cold weather Turn off the air conditioning when it is not needed Only use defrost to clear the windows Automatic Operation The system automatically controls the fan speed air delivery air conditioning and recirculation in order to heat or cool the vehicle to the desired temperature When the AUTO indicator light is on the system ...

Page 174: ...re Air is directed to the windshield and floor outlets Y Vent Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets Floor Air is directed to the floor outlets Bi Level Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets and the floor outlets 0 MAX Defrost Clears the windshield of fog or frost more quickly Air is directed to the windshield For best results clear all snow and ice from the windshield before de...

Page 175: ...rn on recirculation An indicator light comes on Air is recirculated to quickly cool the inside of the vehicle or prevent outside air and odors from entering Auto Defog The climate control system may have a sensor to automatically detect high humidity inside the vehicle When high humidity is detected the climate control system may adjust to outside air supply and turn on the air conditioner The fan...

Page 176: ... by the vehicle warranty M or L Heated Front Seats If Equipped Press M or L to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback See Heated Front Seats on page 3 8 Remote Start Climate Control Operation If Equipped If the vehicle is equipped with the remote start feature the climate control system may run when the vehicle is started remotely The system uses the driver s previous settings to h...

Page 177: ...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 routine scheduled maintenance See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 2 for replacement intervals For more information see your dealer Service All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle The refriger...

Page 178: ...ower RAP 9 23 Shifting Into Park 9 23 Shifting out of Park Automatic Transmission 9 24 Parking 9 24 Parking over Things That Burn 9 25 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 25 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 26 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 26 Manual Mode 9 28 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission 9 29 Drive Systems All Wheel Drive 9 31 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 9 31 Parkin...

Page 179: ... distraction Become familiar with the local laws in your area To avoid distracted driving always keep your eyes on the road hands on the wheel and mind on the drive Do not use a phone in demanding driving situations Use a hands free method to place or receive necessary phone calls Watch the road Do not read take notes or look up information on phones or other electronic devices Designate a front s...

Page 180: ...ed with drinking and driving is a global tragedy Warning Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designat...

Page 181: ...ving slowly there may be a problem with the system You will still have power steering but steering will be stiffer than normal at slow speeds See your dealer for service Electric Power Steering The vehicle has electric power steering It does not have power steering fluid Regular maintenance is not required If power steering assist is lost due to a system malfunction the vehicle can be steered but ...

Page 182: ...ring wheel to go straight down the roadway Loss of Control Skidding There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle s three control systems Braking Skid wheels are not rolling Steering or Cornering Skid too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force Acceleration Skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin Defensive drivers avoid most ...

Page 183: ...w oil levels can damage the engine Check the oil level often and maintain the proper level See Engine Oil on page 10 11 For the 2 0L engine Add and keep the oil level at 1 L 1 qt above the high mark when driving under these conditions For information on how to check and add oil see Engine Oil on page 10 11 Caution During a first time track or racing event high rear axle temperatures can occur Dama...

Page 184: ... rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when the road is wet Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down other wet weather driving tips include Allow extra following distance Pass with caution Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape Keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir filled Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires on page 10 41 Turn off cruise control Hil...

Page 185: ... with salt or sand Drive with caution whatever the condition Accelerate gently so traction is not lost Accelerating too quickly causes the wheels to spin and makes the surface under the tires slick so there is even less traction Traction Control should be turned on See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control on page 9 34 The Antilock Brake System ABS improves vehicle stability during hard st...

Page 186: ...and set the fan speed to the highest setting See Climate Control Systems For more information about carbon monoxide see Engine Exhaust on page 9 25 To save fuel run the engine for only short periods as needed to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off and close the window most of the way to save heat Repeat this until help arrives but only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold Mov...

Page 187: ...nsmission is in gear Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could free the vehicle If that 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 81 Vehicle Load Limits It is very important to know how much weight the vehicle can carry This weight ...

Page 188: ...inflation see Tires on page 10 41 and Tire Pressure on page 10 48 There is also important loading information on the Certification label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axle See Certification Label later in this section Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and ...

Page 189: ... load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle This vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer Example 1 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 453 kg 1 000 lbs 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 2 136 kg 300 lbs 3 Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 31...

Page 190: ...attached to the driver side center pillar B pillar The label tells the gross weight capacity of the vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for the vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if there is a heavy load it should be spread out See Steps for...

Page 191: ...ngs like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in the vehicle Secure loose items in the vehicle Do not leave a seat folded down unless needed Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break In Caution The vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guideline...

Page 192: ...turn the ignition switch to LOCK OFF to turn the engine off Retained Accessory Power RAP will remain active See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 23 for more information This is the only position from which the key can be removed This locks the steering wheel 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...

Page 193: ...ngine is running This position can be used to operate the electrical accessories as well as to display some warning and indicator lights This position can also be used for service and diagnostics and to verify the proper operation of the malfunction indicator lamp as may be required for emission inspection purposes The battery could be drained if the key is left in the ON RUN position with the eng...

Page 194: ...rake and steering systems and disable the airbags If the vehicle must be shut off in an emergency 1 Brake using a firm and steady pressure Do not pump the brakes repeatedly This may deplete power assist requiring increased brake pedal force 2 Shift the vehicle to N Neutral This can be done while the vehicle is moving After shifting to N Neutral firmly apply the brakes and steer the vehicle to a sa...

Page 195: ...d audio systems will operate as they do in ON RUN but the vehicle will not be able to be driven The engine will not start in Service Only Mode Push the button again to turn the vehicle off Starting the Engine Place the transmission in the proper gear Caution If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Any resulting damage would not be covered by the vehi...

Page 196: ...smission gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts Starting Procedure Keyless Access 1 With the Keyless Access system the RKE transmitter must be in the vehicle Press the ENGINE START STOP button with the brake pedal applied When the engine begins cranking let go of the button The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm Do not race the engine immediately after starting...

Page 197: ...ature After the engine is started and has reached operating temperature the auto stop feature may cause the engine to turn off when the brakes are applied and the vehicle comes to a complete stop The vehicle may remain in auto stop for up to two minutes When the brake is released or the accelerator pedal is applied the engine will start The engine will continue to run until the next auto stop AUTO...

Page 198: ...ide the shorter the time before the engine is restarted to provide cabin cooling To maximize fuel economy use the eco air conditioning mode The climate control system is turned from off to normal air conditioning or defrost See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 1 The engine is required to run for either heater or climate control performance See Dual Automatic Climate Control System o...

Page 199: ... receptacle that is protected by a ground fault detection function An ungrounded outlet could cause an electric shock Use a weatherproof heavy duty 15 amp rated extension cord if needed Failure to use the recommended extension cord in good operating condition or using a damaged heater or extension cord could make it Continued Warning Continued overheat and cause a fire property damage electric sho...

Page 200: ...ned All of these features will work when the ignition is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY Shifting Into Park Use this procedure to shift into P Park 1 Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 9 32 2 Hold the button on the shift lever and push the lever toward the front of the vehicle into P Park 3 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF 4 Remove the key Leaving the Vehicle wit...

Page 201: ...gned to Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P Park with the shift lever button fully released Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P Park unless the ignition is in ON RUN and the brake pedal is applied The shift lock release is always functional except in the case of an uncharged or low voltage less than 9 volt battery If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a batter...

Page 202: ...which cannot be seen or smelled Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death Exhaust may enter the vehicle if The vehicle idles in areas with poor ventilation parking 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 exhaust system has been modified da...

Page 203: ...gine because the vehicle cannot move easily Warning It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the 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 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 fa...

Page 204: ...d by the vehicle warranty Shift to R Reverse only after the vehicle is stopped To rock the vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging the transmission see If the Vehicle Is Stuck on page 9 9 N Neutral In this position the engine does not connect with the wheels To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving use N Neutral only with the brake pedal applied Warni...

Page 205: ... DSC could damage the vehicle Always upshift when necessary while using DSC DSC allows you to shift an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission To use the DSC feature 1 Move the shift lever to the left from D Drive into the side gate marked with and 2 Press the shift lever forward to upshift or rearward to downshift While using the DSC feature the vehicle will have firmer quicker sh...

Page 206: ... shift lever while driving The pressure could cause premature wear in the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Caution Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving or while stopped The pressure can cause premature wear in the clutch The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty 1 First Press the clutch pedal fully to the pedal stop and shift i...

Page 207: ...anty To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to Neutral Neutral Use this position when you start or idle the engine The shift lever is in Neutral when it is centered in the shift pattern not in any gear R Reverse To back up with the vehicle at a complete stop press down the clutch pedal The...

Page 208: ...test is going on and it might even be noticed that the brake pedal moves a little This is normal If there is a problem with ABS this warning light stays on See Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light on page 5 24 If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to avoid a sudden obstacle a computer senses the wheels are slowing down If one of the ...

Page 209: ...he system has a red parking brake status light and an amber parking brake warning light See Electric Parking Brake Light on page 5 23 and Service Electric Parking Brake Light on page 5 24 There are also parking brake related Driver Information Center DIC messages See Brake System Messages on page 5 38 In case of insufficient electrical power the EPB cannot be applied or released Before leaving the...

Page 210: ...sition 2 Apply and hold the brake pedal 3 Push down momentarily on the EPB switch The EPB is released when the red parking brake status light is off If the amber parking brake warning light is on release the EPB by pushing down on the EPB switch and holding it down Continue to hold the switch until the red parking brake status light is off If either light stays on after release is attempted see yo...

Page 211: ...ward during vehicle drive off After the driver completely stops and holds the vehicle in a complete standstill on a grade HSA will be automatically activated During the transition period between when the driver releases the brake pedal and starts to accelerate to drive off on a grade HSA holds the braking pressure to ensure that there is no rolling The brakes will automatically release when the ac...

Page 212: ...r snow See If the Vehicle Is Stuck on page 9 9 and Turning the Systems Off and On later in this section The indicator light for both systems is in the instrument cluster This light will Flash when TCS is limiting wheel spin Flash when StabiliTrak is activated Turn on and stay on when either system is not working If either system fails to turn on or to activate a message displays in the Driver Info...

Page 213: ... Control System Messages on page 5 44 To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on again press and release the TCS StabiliTrak button The traction off light i and StabiliTrak OFF Light g in the instrument cluster turn off Adding accessories can affect the vehicle performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 10 3 Selective Ride Control The vehicle may have Selective Ride Control The SPORT and GS buttons...

Page 214: ...ccelerator pedal Power steering assistance is normal GS Mode Additional stiffness in the shock absorbers for increased body control The powertrain reacts more quickly to the accelerator pedal Power steering assistance is reduced Cruise Control With cruise control the vehicle can maintain a speed of about 40 km h 25 mph or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator Cruise control does not wo...

Page 215: ...ast Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control If cruise control is already active use to decrease vehicle speed Cancel Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the selected set speed Setting Cruise Control If 5 is on when not in use SET or RES could get bumped and go into cruise when not desired Keep 5 off when cruise is not being used 1 Press the 5 butto...

Page 216: ...oes about 1 6 km h 1 mph slower The speedometer reading can be displayed in either English or metric units See Instrument Cluster Uplevel Cluster on page 5 12 or Instrument Cluster Base Level Cluster on page 5 8 The increment value used depends on the units displayed Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase vehicle speed When you take your foot off t...

Page 217: ...e 13 12 If a vehicle is detected in your path ACC can apply acceleration or limited moderate braking to maintain the selected following gap To disengage ACC apply the brake If ACC is controlling your vehicle speed when the traction control system TCS or electronic stability control system activates the ACC may automatically disengage See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control on page 9 34 W...

Page 218: ...S Resume Accelerate Press the control up briefly to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or hold upwards to accelerate If cruise control is already active use to increase vehicle speed SET Set Coast Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate ACC If cruise control is already active use to decrease vehicle speed Cancel Press to disengage ACC without erasing the selecte...

Page 219: ...at a Set Speed If ACC is already activated do one of the following Use the accelerator to get to the higher speed Press SET down Release the control and the accelerator pedal The vehicle will now cruise at the higher speed When the accelerator pedal is pressed ACC will not brake because it is overridden A warning message will appear on the Driver Information Center DIC See Cruise Control Messages ...

Page 220: ... speed and attempt to maintain the follow distance gap selected Press 3 on the steering wheel to adjust the following gap When pressed the current gap setting displays briefly on the instrument cluster Subsequent presses cycle the gap button through three settings Far Medium or Near Since each gap setting corresponds to a following time Far Medium or Near the following distance will vary based on ...

Page 221: ...l Stationary or Very Slow Moving Objects Warning Adaptive Cruise Control ACC may not detect and react to stopped or slow moving vehicles ahead of you For example the system may not brake for a vehicle it has never detected moving This can occur in stop and go traffic or when a vehicle suddenly appears due to a vehicle ahead changing lanes Your vehicle may not stop and could cause a crash Use cauti...

Page 222: ...and release the electric parking brake press the accelerator pedal A DIC warning message may display indicating to shift to P Park before exiting the vehicle See Vehicle Messages on page 5 37 Warning If ACC has stopped the vehicle and if ACC is disengaged turned off or canceled the vehicle will no longer be held at a stop The vehicle can move When ACC is holding the vehicle at a stop always be pre...

Page 223: ...ead of you or lose control of your vehicle Give extra Continued Warning Continued attention in curves and be ready to use the brakes if necessary Select an appropriate speed while driving in curves ACC may operate differently in a sharp curve It may reduce the vehicle speed if the curve is too sharp When following a vehicle and entering a curve ACC may not detect the vehicle ahead and accelerate t...

Page 224: ...tion and braking on steep hills especially when towing a trailer If the brakes are applied the ACC disengages Disengaging ACC There are three ways to disengage ACC Step lightly on the brake pedal Press Press Erasing Speed Memory The cruise control set speed is erased from memory if is pressed or if the ignition is turned off Cleaning the Sensing System The radar sensor on the front of the vehicle ...

Page 225: ...eds Warn you or provide you with enough time to avoid a crash Work under poor visibility or bad weather conditions Work if the detection sensor is not cleaned or is covered by ice snow mud or dirt Complete attention is always required while driving and you should be ready to take action and apply the brakes and or steer the vehicle to avoid crashes Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing When th...

Page 226: ...es with the Rear Cross Traffic Alert RCTA a red warning triangle with an arrow may also display on the RVC screen to warn of traffic coming from either direction This system detects objects coming from up to 20 m 65 ft from the left or right side of the vehicle When an object is detected three beeps sound from the left or right side depending on the direction of the detected vehicle With RPA as th...

Page 227: ...llow to amber to red When an object is first detected in the rear one beep will be heard from the rear When an object is very close 0 6 m 2 ft in the vehicle rear or 0 3 m 1 ft in the vehicle front five beeps will sound from the rear or front depending on object location Beeps for FPA are higher pitched than for RPA Turning the Features On or Off The X button on the center stack is used to turn on...

Page 228: ...ds See Adaptive Cruise Control on page 9 40 Warning FCA is a warning system and does not apply the brakes When approaching a slower moving or stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly or when following a vehicle too closely FCA may not provide a warning with enough time to help avoid a crash FCA does not warn of pedestrians animals signs guardrails bridges construction barrels or other objects Be ready to...

Page 229: ...ontinue to apply the brake pedal as needed Cruise control may be disengaged when the Collision Alert occurs Tailgating Alert The vehicle ahead indicator will display amber when you are following a detected vehicle ahead much too closely Selecting the Alert Timing The Collision Alert control is on the steering wheel Press 3 FCA timing to Far Medium or Near or on some vehicles Off The first button p...

Page 230: ...Assist IBA IBA may activate when the brake pedal is applied quickly by providing a boost to braking based on the speed of approach and distance to a vehicle ahead Minor brake pedal pulsations or pedal movement during this time is normal and the brake pedal should continue to be applied as needed IBA will automatically disengage only when the brake pedal is released Warning IBA may increase vehicle...

Page 231: ... some very low speed crashes Automatic Braking may slow the vehicle to a complete stop to try to avoid a potential crash If this happens Automatic Braking may engage the Electronic Parking Brake EPB to hold the vehicle at a stop To release the EPB press the EPB button A firm press of the accelerator pedal will also release Automatic Braking and the EPB Warning Automatic Braking may automatically b...

Page 232: ... zones pedestrians bicyclists or animals It may not provide alerts when changing lanes under all driving conditions Failure to use proper care when changing lanes may result in injury death or vehicle damage Before making a lane change always check mirrors glance over your shoulder and use the turn signals 1 SBZA Detection Zone 2 LCA Detection Zone LCA Detection Zones The LCA sensor covers a zone ...

Page 233: ...oad with traffic and roadside objects e g guardrails barriers LCA displays may not come on when passing a vehicle quickly LCA may alert to objects attached to the vehicle such as a bicycle or object extending out to either side of the vehicle Attached objects may also interfere with the detection of vehicles This is normal system operation the vehicle does not need service LCA may not always alert...

Page 234: ... crash Detect lane markings under poor weather or visibility conditions This can occur if the windshield or headlamps are blocked by dirt snow or ice if they are not in proper condition or if the sun shines directly into the camera Detect road edges Detect lanes on winding or hilly roads If LDW only detects lane markings on one side of the road it will only warn you when departing the lane on the ...

Page 235: ...anges such as when driving through tunnels Banked roads If the LDW system is not functioning properly when lane markings are clearly visible cleaning the windshield may help LDW alerts may occur due to tar marks shadows cracks in the road temporary or construction lane markings or other road imperfections This is normal system operation the vehicle does not need service Turn LDW off if these condi...

Page 236: ...inter fuels in the appropriate season The fuels industry automatically modifies the fuel for the appropriate season If fuel is left in the vehicle tank for long periods of time driving or starting could be affected Drive the vehicle until the fuel is at one half tank or less then refuel with the current seasonal fuel Prohibited Fuels Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol as we...

Page 237: ...ility in the country where driving Never use leaded gasoline fuel containing methanol manganese or any other fuel not recommended Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Fuel Additives To keep fuel systems clean TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is recommended See Fuel on page 9 58 If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available one bottle of Fuel Syste...

Page 238: ...by additives would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Caution Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under the vehicle warranty Filling the Tank Warning Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently and can cause injury or death To help avoid injuries to you and others read and foll...

Page 239: ...hut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant Leave the area immediately Caution If a new fuel cap is needed be sure to get the right type of cap from your dealer The wrong type of fuel cap may not fit properly may cause the malfunction indicator lamp to light and could damage the fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 20 F...

Page 240: ... General Towing Information The vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer Conversions and Add Ons Add On Electrical Equipment Caution Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the warranty Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment Add on equipment can drain the vehicle s 12 volt battery even i...

Page 241: ...Black plate 64 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 7576024 2015 crc 4 15 14 9 64 Driving and Operating 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 242: ...ck 10 28 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 28 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 10 29 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 29 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 29 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 10 30 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 10 31 Halogen Bulbs 10 31 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 10 31 Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 10 31 Fog Lamps 10 32 Taill...

Page 243: ...nt and Compressor Kit 10 63 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 70 Tire Changing 10 71 Compact Spare Tire 10 76 Jump Starting Jump Starting On board with eAssist Only 10 77 Jump Starting with or without eAssist 10 78 Towing Towing the Vehicle 10 81 Recreational Vehicle Towing 10 82 Appearance Care Exterior Care 10 85 Interior Care 10 89 Floor Mats 10 92 General Information For service a...

Page 244: ...systems like antilock brakes traction control and stability control These accessories or modifications could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the installation or use of non GM certified parts including control module or software modifications is not covered under the terms of the vehicle warranty and m...

Page 245: ...manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13 11 This vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Airbag System Check on page 3 29 Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed See Maintenance Records on page 11 14 Caution Even small amounts of contami...

Page 246: ...le is under the front edge of the hood near the center Push the handle to the right and at the same time raise the hood To close the hood 1 Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly 2 Lower the hood 30 cm 12 in above the vehicle and release it so it fully latches Check to make sure the hood is closed and repeat the process if necessary I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db...

Page 247: ...ack plate 6 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 7576024 2015 crc 4 15 14 10 6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 2 0L L4 Turbo Engine I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 248: ...pstick See Engine Oil on page 10 11 4 Transmission Fluid Cap See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10 15 5 Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 10 24 6 Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Engine Coolant on page 10 19 7 Battery Under Cover See Battery on page 10 26 8 Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 35 9 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Washer Fluid on page 10 23 I n f o r m...

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Page 250: ...stick See Engine Oil on page 10 11 5 Transmission Fluid Cap and Dipstick See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10 15 6 Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brakes on page 10 24 7 Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Engine Coolant on page 10 19 8 Battery Cover See Battery on page 10 26 9 Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 35 10 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Washer Fluid on page ...

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Page 252: ...elp protect your investment Always use engine oil approved to the proper specification and of the proper viscosity grade See Selecting the Right Engine Oil in this section Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level See Checking Engine Oil and When to Add Engine Oil in this section Change the engine oil at the appropriate time See Engine Oil Life System on page 10 13 Alw...

Page 253: ...d that you have an oil level above the operating range i e the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged You should drain out the excess oil or limit driving of the vehicle and seek a service professional to remove the excess amount of oil See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for the locatio...

Page 254: ...otection Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly dispose of...

Page 255: ... 5 000 km 3 000 mi since the last oil change Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System Reset the system whenever the engine oil is changed so that the system can calculate the next engine oil change To reset the system 1 Using the DIC controls on the right side of the steering wheel display REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC See Driver Inf...

Page 256: ... not necessary to check the manual transmission fluid level A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to your dealer and have it repaired as soon as possible See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 11 for the proper fluid to use Hydraulic Clutch For vehicles with a manual transmission it is not necessary to regularly check brake clutch f...

Page 257: ...ons inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect 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 covered with dirt a new filter is required 2 0L L4 Turbo Engine 1 Screws 2 Electrical Connector 3 Air Duct Clamp To inspect or replace the engine air clean...

Page 258: ...rom the engine air cleaner filter housing 6 Pull out the filter 7 Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 8 Reverse Steps 2 4 to reinstall the filter cover housing Warning Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires Use caution when working on the engine an...

Page 259: ...ure Cap 2 4L L4 Engine without eAssist 1 Engine Cooling Fans Out of View 2 Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap 2 4L L4 Engine with eAssist 1 Engine Cooling Fans Out of View 2 Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap Warning An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fa...

Page 260: ...the vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in the vehicle for 5 years or 240 000 km 150 000 mi whichever occurs first The following explains the cooling system and how to check and add coolant when it is low If there is a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating on page 10 22 What to Use Warning Adding only plain water or some other liquid t...

Page 261: ...changed by an authorized service center familiar with legal requirements regarding used coolant disposal This will help protect the environment and your health Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level Check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it co...

Page 262: ...olant and the proper coolant mixture Warning You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine 2 0L L4 Turbo Engine Shown 2 4L L4 Engine with or without eAssist Similar 1 Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tan...

Page 263: ...warning light on the instrument cluster to warn of engine overheating See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge on page 5 17 and Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 5 26 If it is decided not to lift the hood when this warning appears but instead get service help right away see Roadside Assistance Program on page 13 5 If it is decided to lift the hood make sure the vehicle is parked on a le...

Page 264: ...sary 3 When it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to P Park or N Neutral and let the engine idle If the engine coolant temperature gauge is no longer in the overheat zone or the engine coolant temperature warning light no longer displays the vehicle can be driven Continue to drive the vehicle slowly for about 10 minutes Keep a safe vehicle distance from the vehicle in front If the warning do...

Page 265: ...indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound can come and go or be heard all the time when the vehicle is moving except when applying the brake pedal firmly Warning The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well That could lead to a crash When the brake wear warning sound is heard have the vehicle servi...

Page 266: ...uid The brake clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid as indicated on the reservoir cap See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for the location of the reservoir There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down The brake fluid level goes down because of normal brake lining wear When new linings are installed the fluid level goes bac...

Page 267: ...kind of fluid in the brake clutch hydraulic system the brakes might not work well This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake clutch fluid Caution Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake clutch hydraulic system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in the brake hydraulic system can damage brake hydraulic system parts so badly that they will have t...

Page 268: ...rage Warning Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you are not careful See Jump Starting On board with eAssist Only on page 10 77 or Jump Starting with or without eAssist on page 10 78 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Infrequent Usage Remove the 12 volt battery black negative cable from the battery to keep the battery from ...

Page 269: ...ransmission vehicles put the shift lever in Neutral push the clutch pedal down halfway and try to start the engine The vehicle should start only when the clutch pedal is pushed down all the way to the floor If the vehicle starts when the clutch pedal is not pushed all the way down contact your dealer for service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check Warning When you are doing th...

Page 270: ...gins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and the transmission in N Neutral slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is...

Page 271: ...e wiper assembly away from the windshield 2 Lift up on the latch in the middle of the wiper blade where the wiper arm attaches 3 With the latch open pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield far enough to release it from the J hooked end of the wiper arm 4 Remove the wiper blade 5 Reverse Steps 1 3 for wiper blade replacement Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset and should need no fu...

Page 272: ...ty discharge lighting system operates at a very high voltage If you try to service any of the system components you could be seriously injured Have your dealer or a qualified technician service them After an HID headlamp bulb has been replaced the beam might be a slightly different shade than it was originally This is normal Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps Low Beam Headlamp Daytime R...

Page 273: ...ulb assembly 3 Remove the bulb by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out of the assembly 4 Install the new bulb by turning it clockwise into the assembly 5 Reconnect the electrical connector to the bulb assembly Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps To replace any one of these bulbs 1 Open the trunk See Trunk Release on page 1 6 2 Remove the trunk trim panel push pin 3...

Page 274: ...b socket 1 5 Push the replacement bulb straight into the bulb socket and turn the bulb socket clockwise to install it into the lamp assembly 6 Push the lamp assembly back into position until the release tab locks into place Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back up Lamp W16W or 921 Fog Lamp H10 Front Turn Signal Lamp Base WY21W Front Turn Signal Lamp Uplevel PSY24W Low Beam Headlamp Base...

Page 275: ...hance of circuit overload and fire caused by electrical problems Fuses and circuit breakers protect power devices in the vehicle Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical 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 soon as possible Hea...

Page 276: ...to replace a bad fuse with a 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 fuses circuit breakers and relays see Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 35 and Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 10 39 Engine Compartment Fuse Block To remove th...

Page 277: ...mber Usage 1 Transmission Control Module Fuse Number Usage 2 Engine Control Module 3 Not Used 4 Not Used Fuse Number Usage 5 Ignition Transmission Control Module Engine Control Module 6 Windshield Wiper 7 BPIM eAssist Only 8 Not Used 9 Fuel Injection Ignition System 10 Engine Control Module 11 Oxygen Sensor 12 Starter 13 Fuel System Control Module 14 Trunk Release 15 MGU Coolant Pump eAssist Only ...

Page 278: ...er Usage 29 Left Hand Seat Lumbar 30 Right Hand Seat Lumbar 31 A C Clutch 32 Body Control Module 6 33 Heated Front Seats 34 Sunroof 35 Infotainment System 36 Adaptive Cruise 37 Right Hand High Beam Headlamp 38 Left Hand High Beam Headlamp 39 All Wheel Drive 40 Not Used 41 Vacuum Pump Fuse Number Usage 42 Radiator Fan 43 Passive Entry Passive Start 44 Transmission Auxiliary Pump eAssist Only 45 Rad...

Page 279: ...tilation and Air Conditioning Pump eAssist Only 65 Not Used 66 SAI Check Valve eAssist Only 67 Fuel System Control Module 68 Not Used 69 Battery Sensor 70 Right Low Beam Headlamp DRL 71 Not Used Relay Number Usage 1 Air Conditioning Control 2 Starter 3 Not Used Relay Number Usage 4 Front Wiper Step 2 5 Front Wiper Step 1 Interval 6 Right Low Beam Headlamp DRL 7 Main Relay 8 Auxiliary Heater Pump e...

Page 280: ...fuse block is located in the instrument panel on the driver side of the vehicle To access the fuses open the storage compartment Press in on the sides of the compartment to release it from the instrument panel Pull the door toward you to release it from the hinge Instrument Panel Fuse Block Number Usage 1 Suspension Control Module Universal Garage Door Opener ESC 2 Body Control Module 1 3 Body Con...

Page 281: ...rol Module 8 11 Front Heater Ventilation Air Conditioning Blower 12 Right Hand Power Front Seat 13 Left Hand Power Front Seat Number Usage 14 Diagnostic Link Connector 15 Airbag 16 Steering Wheel Controls 17 Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Controller 18 Service Fuse Logistic Relay 19 Memory Seats 20 Automatic Occupant Sensing 21 Instrument Cluster 22 Discrete Logic Ignition Switch PEPS 23 Bod...

Page 282: ... 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 the tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when hitting a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Continued Warning Continued Worn or old tires can c...

Page 283: ...lling winter tires on the vehicle if frequent driving on ice or snow covered roads is expected See your dealer for details regarding winter tire availability and proper tire selection Also see Buying New Tires on page 10 57 With winter tires there may be decreased dry road traction increased road noise and shorter tread life After changing to winter tires be alert for changes in vehicle handling a...

Page 284: ...ent of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards DOT Tire Date of Manufacture The last four digits of the TIN indicate the tire manufactured date The first two digits represent the week 01 52 and the last two digits the year For example the third week of the year 2010 wo...

Page 285: ...Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following the DOT Department of Transportation code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture 4 Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be ...

Page 286: ...ct ratio is 60 as shown in item 3 of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 60 percent as high as it is wide 4 Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction 5 Rim Diameter Diameter of t...

Page 287: ...he maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant but without passengers and cargo DOT Markings A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation DOT Motor Vehicle Safety Standards The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number TIN an alphanumeric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer production plant br...

Page 288: ...bears manufacturer brand and or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard See Tire Pressure on page 10 48 and Vehic...

Page 289: ...on page 9 10 Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire Load on an individual tire due to curb weight accessory weight occupant weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure See Tire and Loading Information Label under Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10 Tire Pressure ...

Page 290: ... not been driven for at least three hours or no more than 1 6 km 1 mi Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem Press the tire gauge firmly onto the valve to get a pressure measurement If the cold tire inflation pressure matches the recommended pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label no further adjustment is necessary If the inflation pressure is low add air until the recommended pr...

Page 291: ...n cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped wi...

Page 292: ... to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists TPMS sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel assembly excluding the spare tire and wheel assembly The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in the tires and transmits the tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle When a low tire pressure condition is detected the TPMS illuminates the low tire pressure warning ligh...

Page 293: ...pproved tire sealant available through your dealer or included in the vehicle TPMS Malfunction Light and Message The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable When the system detects a malfunction the low tire warning light flashes for about one minute and then stays on for the remainder of the ignition cycle A DIC warning message also displays Th...

Page 294: ...ess should also be performed after replacing a spare tire with a road tire containing the TPMS sensor The malfunction light and the DIC message should go off at the next ignition cycle The sensors are matched to the tire wheel positions using a TPMS relearn tool in the following order driver side front tire passenger side front tire passenger side rear tire and driver side rear See your dealer for...

Page 295: ... passenger side rear tire and repeat the procedure in Step 7 10 Proceed to the driver side rear tire and repeat the procedure in Step 7 The horn sounds two times to indicate the sensor identification code has been matched to the driver side rear tire and the TPMS sensor matching process is no longer active The TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message on the DIC display screen goes off 11 Turn the ignition to ...

Page 296: ...ime for New Tires on page 10 56 and Wheel Replacement on page 10 60 Use this rotation pattern when rotating the tires Do not include the compact spare tire in the tire rotation Adjust the front and rear tires to the recommended inflation pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label after the tires have been rotated See Tire Pressure on page 10 48 and Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10 Reset th...

Page 297: ... in tires ages over time This also applies to the spare tire if the vehicle has one even if it is never used Multiple factors including temperatures loading conditions and inflation pressure maintenance affect how fast aging takes place GM recommends that tires including the spare if equipped be replaced after six years regardless of tread wear The tire manufacture date is the last four digits of ...

Page 298: ...sign the TPC Spec number will be followed by MS for mud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 10 43 GM recommends replacing worn tires in complete sets of four Uniform tread depth on all tires will help to maintain the performance of the vehicle Braking and handling performance may be adversely affected if all the tires are not replaced at the same time If proper rotation and maintenance hav...

Page 299: ...Pressure Monitor System on page 10 50 The Tire and Loading Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the vehicle See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10 Different Size Tires and Wheels If wheels or tires are installed that are a different size than the original equipment wheels and tires vehicle performance including its braking ride and handling characteristics stability and resist...

Page 300: ...o these grades they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety Requirements In Addition To These Grades Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test cours...

Page 301: ...ing either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels were aligned and balanced at the factory to provide the longest tire life and best overall performance Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing are not necessary on a regular basis Consider an alignment check if there is unusual tire wear or the ve...

Page 302: ...e body and chassis Used Replacement Wheels Warning Replacing a wheel with a used one is dangerous How it has been used or how far it has been driven may be unknown It could fail suddenly and cause a crash When replacing wheels use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains Warning Do not use tire chains There is not enough clearance Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of cle...

Page 303: ...ire Re inflating a tire after it has been driven on while severely underinflated or flat may cause a blowout and a serious crash Never attempt to re inflate a tire that has been driven on while severely underinflated or flat Have your dealer or an authorized tire service center repair or replace the flat tire as soon as possible Warning Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or r...

Page 304: ...To use the tire sealant and compressor kit see Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10 63 When the vehicle has a flat tire 2 use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks 1 1 Wheel Block 2 Flat Tire The following information explains how to repair or change a tire Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Warning Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventila...

Page 305: ...al location If this vehicle has a tire sealant and compressor kit there may not be a spare tire and 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 punctures up to 6 mm 0 25 in in the tread area of the tire It can also be used to inflate an underinflated tire If the tire has been separated from th...

Page 306: ...xpiration date on the sealant canister The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local dealer See Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister following There is only enough sealant to seal one tire After usage the sealant canister and sealant air hose assembly must be replaced See Removal and Installation of the Seal...

Page 307: ...t is tight 6 Plug the power plug 8 into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets See Power Outlets on page 5 4 If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet do not use the cigarette lighter If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter use the cigarette lighter Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door or window 7 Start the vehicle The vehicle m...

Page 308: ... not sealed and will continue to leak air until the vehicle is driven and the sealant is distributed in the tire therefore Steps 12 18 must be done immediately after Step 11 Be careful while handling the tire sealant and compressor kit as it could be warm after usage 12 Unplug the power plug 8 from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle 13 Turn the sealant air hose 6 counterclockwise to remove ...

Page 309: ... than 68 kPa 10 psi from the recommended inflation pressure inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure 20 Wipe off any sealant from the wheel tire and vehicle 21 Dispose of the used tire sealant canister 5 and sealant air hose 6 assembly at a local dealer or in accordance with local state codes and practices 22 Replace it with a new canister available from your dealer 23 After temporar...

Page 310: ...ge 5 4 If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet do not use the cigarette lighter If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter use the cigarette lighter Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door or window 7 Start the vehicle The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor 8 Press and turn the selector switch 1 clockwise to the Air Only position 9 Press the on off button 2 to turn t...

Page 311: ...g 8 and cord back in their original locations 15 Place the equipment in the original storage location in the vehicle The tire sealant and compressor kit has an accessory adapter in a compartment on the bottom of its housing that may be used to inflate air mattresses balls etc Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister To remove the sealant canister 1 Unwrap the sealant hose 2 Press the canis...

Page 312: ... Equipped 6 Fastener If Equipped To access the spare tire and tools 1 Open the trunk 2 Remove the spare tire cover 3 Turn the retainer nut counterclockwise and remove the spare tire Place the spare tire next to the tire being changed 4 The jack and tools are stored below the spare tire Remove them from their container and place them near the tire being changed Removing the Flat Tire and Installing...

Page 313: ...illed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack Warning Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle Warning Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is ...

Page 314: ...of the lower molding The jack must not be used in any other position 10 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the road tire to clear the ground 11 Remove all of the wheel nuts 12 Remove the flat tire Warning Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after ...

Page 315: ...icle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Warning Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification after replacing Follow the torque specification supplied by the Continued Warning Continued aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking w...

Page 316: ...t fit on the vehicle s compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare the cover or the spare could be damaged Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools Warning Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place 1 Turn the wrenc...

Page 317: ...e vehicle will perform differently with the spare tire installed and it is recommended that the vehicle speed be limited to 80 km h 50 mph To conserve the tread of the spare tire have the standard tire repaired or replaced as soon as convenient and return the spare tire to the storage area When using a compact spare tire the ABS and Traction Control systems may engage until the spare tire is recog...

Page 318: ...ceed as follows 1 Press S then scroll y or z until the Settings menu displays 2 Press V to enter the Settings menu 3 Press T then scroll y or z until Jump Start displays 4 Press V to activate the jump start 5 The system will then ask for confirmation If Yes is selected the jump start will begin and the display will show WAIT TO START 6 When the jump start is complete the display will show ATTEMPT ...

Page 319: ...y or an issue with the eAssist system In these cases the display will not be available because of the power issue or the DIC will display JUMP START DISABLED SEE OWNERS MANUAL Jump Starting with or without eAssist For more information about the vehicle battery see Battery on page 10 26 If the battery has run down try to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start the vehicle Be sure to use...

Page 320: ...jump start negative grounding point for the discharged battery is the engine block or an engine mounting bolt Connect to a spot as far away from the discharged battery as possible 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Caution If the other vehicle does not have a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use a vehicle th...

Page 321: ...lothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan Warning Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of flu...

Page 322: ... the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would 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 Reverse the sequence exactly when removing the jumper cables Towing Towing...

Page 323: ...e manufacturer s recommendations What is the distance that will be traveled Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow Is the proper towing equipment going to be used See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations Is the vehicle ready to be towed Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip make sure the vehicle is prepared...

Page 324: ...g towed to the tow vehicle 5 Shift the transmission to Neutral 6 Release the parking brake When towing the vehicle for extended periods of time start the vehicle as often as possible to prevent battery drain This should be done when the tow vehicle is parked Dinghy Towing from the Rear The vehicle was not designed to be towed from the rear with all four wheels on the ground Dolly Towing from the F...

Page 325: ...designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight ahead position 6 Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer s instructions 7 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle 8 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF Dolly Towing from the Front All Wheel Drive Vehicles with all wheel drive cannot be dolly to...

Page 326: ...void using high pressure washes closer than 30 cm 12 in to the surface of the vehicle Use of power washers exceeding 8 274 kPa 1 200 psi can result in damage or removal of paint and decals The e symbol is on any underhood compartment electrical center that should not be power washed This could cause damage that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty If using an automatic car wash follow the ...

Page 327: ... non abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish on the vehicle To keep the paint finish looking new keep the vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings Caution Failure to clean and protect the bright metal moldings can result in a hazy white finish or pitting This damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Th...

Page 328: ...ge to the lamp cover that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Caution Using wax on low gloss black finish stripes can increase the gloss level and create a non uniform finish Clean low gloss stripes with soap and water only Air Intakes Clear debris from the air intakes between the hood and windshield when washing the vehicle Windshield and Wiper Blades Clean the outside of the windshield ...

Page 329: ...loride These chlorides are used on roads for conditions such as ice and dust Always wash the chrome with soap and water after exposure Caution To avoid surface damage do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes cleaners brushes or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or chrome plated wheels Use only approved cleaners Also never drive a vehicle with aluminum or chrome plated wheels throug...

Page 330: ... ring shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface See Finish Care previously in this section Interior Care To prevent dirt particle abrasions regularly clean the vehicle s interior Immediately remove any soils Note that newspapers or dark garments that can transfer color to home furnishings can also permanently transfer color to the vehicle s interior Use a s...

Page 331: ...aners may be used if necessary after cleaning the interior glass with plain water Caution To prevent scratching never use abrasive cleaners on automotive glass Abrasive cleaners or aggressive cleaning may damage the rear window defogger Cleaning the windshield with water during the first three to six months of ownership will reduce tendency to fog Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gentl...

Page 332: ...or spot lifter If ring formation occurs clean the entire fabric or carpet Following the cleaning process a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces and Vehicle Information and Radio Displays For vehicles with high gloss surfaces or vehicle displays use a microfiber cloth to wipe surfaces Before wiping the surface with the microfiber cloth use a soft bristle brus...

Page 333: ...o plastics and painted surfaces If an air freshener comes in contact with any plastic or painted surface in the vehicle blot immediately and clean with a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution Damage caused by air fresheners would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Cargo Cover and Convenience Net Wash with warm water and mild detergent Do not use chlorine bleach Rinse with cold water an...

Page 334: ...the floor 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 driver side Do not place one floor mat on top of another Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock each retainer and remove Reinstall by lining up the fl...

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Page 336: ...s who can perform required maintenance using genuine replacement parts They have up to date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics Many dealers have extended evening and Saturday hours courtesy transportation and online scheduling to assist with service needs Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing competitively priced maintenance and repair services With trained technici...

Page 337: ...etitive driving Used for taxi police or delivery service Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Severe chart Warning Performing maintenance work can be dangerous and can cause serious injury Perform maintenance work only if the required information proper tools and equipment are available If they are not see your dealer to have a trained technician do the...

Page 338: ...er Fluid on page 10 23 Visually inspect windshield wiper blades for wear cracking or contamination See Exterior Care on page 10 85 Replace worn or damaged wiper blades See Wiper Blade Replacement on page 10 29 Check tire inflation pressures See Tire Pressure on page 10 48 Inspect tire wear See Tire Inspection on page 10 54 Visually check for fluid leaks Inspect engine air cleaner filter See Engine...

Page 339: ...page 10 29 Check accelerator pedal for damage high effort or binding Replace if needed Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear cracks or other damage Check the hold open ability of the strut See your dealer if service is required Check tire sealant expiration date if equipped See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10 63 Inspect sunroof track and seal if equipped See Sunroof on page 2 22 ...

Page 340: ...000 km 120 000 mi 204 000 km 127 500 mi 216 000 km 135 000 mi 228 000 km 142 500 mi 240 000 km 150 000 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative control system 2 Replace engine air cleaner filter 3 Except 2 0L Engine Replace spark plugs Inspect sp...

Page 341: ... poor air quality or areas with high dust levels Replacement may also be needed if there is a reduction in air flow excessive window fogging or odors 2 Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition 3 Or every four years whichever comes first 4 Or every five years whichever comes first See Cooling System on page 10 17 5 Or every 10 years whichever comes first Ins...

Page 342: ...00 mi 216 000 km 135 000 mi 228 000 km 142 500 mi 240 000 km 150 000 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative control system 2 Replace engine air cleaner filter 3 Change automatic transmission fluid Change manual transmission fluid Except 2 0L En...

Page 343: ...if needed 6 Or every 10 years whichever comes first Special Application Services Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only Lubricate chassis components every 5 000 km 3 000 mi Have underbody flushing service performed See Underbody Maintenance in Exterior Care on page 10 85 Additional Maintenance and Care Your vehicle is an important investment and caring for it properly may help to avoid future costly ...

Page 344: ...d components See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 11 for GM approved fluids Engine oil and windshield washer fluid levels should be checked at every fuel fill Instrument cluster lights may come on to indicate that fluids may be low and need to be filled Hoses Hoses transport fluids and should be regularly inspected to ensure that there are no cracks or leaks With a multi point inspecti...

Page 345: ... looking like new vehicle care products are available from your dealer For information on how to clean and protect the vehicle s interior and exterior see Interior Care on page 10 89 and Exterior Care on page 10 85 Wheel Alignment Wheel alignment is critical for ensuring that the tires deliver optimal wear and performance Signs that the alignment may need to be adjusted include pulling improper ve...

Page 346: ...lant on page 10 19 Hydraulic Brake Clutch System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 19299818 in Canada 19299819 Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements Automatic Transmission DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Manual Transmission Manual Transmission Fluid GM Part No 19259104 in Canada 19259105 Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose ...

Page 347: ...8 or Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 in Canada 10953481 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 55560894 A3128C Engine Oil Filter 2 0L L4 Engine 12640445 PF64 2 4L L4 Engine 12605566 PF457G Passenger Compartment Air Filter E...

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Page 349: ...nd Maintenance Maintenance 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 receipts Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

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Page 352: ...dshield 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 is the engine code This code identifies the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 for the vehicle s engine code Serv...

Page 353: ...em refrigerant type and charge amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more information Engine Cooling System 2 0L L4 Engine 7 4 L 7 8 qt 2 4L L4 Engine LEA 7 1 L 7 5 qt 2 4L L4 Engine LUK 9 6 L 10 1 qt Engine Oil with Filter 2 0L L4 Engine AWD 5 7 L 6 0 qt 2 0L L4 Engine FWD 4 7 L 5 0 qt 2 4L L4 Engine 4 7 L 5 0 qt Fuel Tank 2 0L L4 Engine 70 4 L 18 6 gal 2 4L L4 Engin...

Page 354: ...Torque 150 Y 110 lb ft All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 2 0L L4 Engine X 0 75 0 90 mm 0 030 0 035 in 2 4L L4 Engine LEA K 0 75 0 90 mm 0 030 0 035 in 2 4L L4 Engine LUK R 0 75 0 90 mm 0 030 0 035 in I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e...

Page 355: ...ng U S Canada Mexico 7576024 2015 crc 4 15 14 12 4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 2 0L Engine 2 4L LUK Engine Belt removal and installation requires special tools See your dealer for service 2 4L LEA Engine I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 356: ...13 13 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 13 13 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 14 Event Data Recorders 13 14 OnStar 13 15 Infotainment System 13 15 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Buick Normally any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehi...

Page 357: ...wever 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 rights The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle L...

Page 358: ...lieve our impartial program offers 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 call toll free 1 800 207 0685 or call the General Motors Customer Care Centre 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French or write to Mediation Arbitration Program c o Cu...

Page 359: ...ick online owner experience is a one stop resource that allows interaction with Buick and keeps important vehicle specific information in one place Membership Benefits E Vehicle Information Download owner manuals and view vehicle specific how to videos G Maintenance Information View maintenance schedules required alerts OnStar onboard vehicle diagnostic information and schedule service appointment...

Page 360: ... applicants for cost reimbursement of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for the vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift for the vehicle For more information on the limited offer visit www gmmobility com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text Telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program Visit...

Page 361: ...cle to get to the nearest service station Lock Out Service Service to unlock the vehicle if you are locked out A remote unlock may be available if you have OnStar For security reasons the driver must present identification before this service is given Emergency Tow from a Public Road or Highway Tow to the nearest Buick dealer for warranty service or if the vehicle was in a crash and cannot be driv...

Page 362: ...labor for repairs not covered by the warranty are the owner responsibility Scheduling Service Appointments When the vehicle requires warranty service contact your dealer and request an appointment By scheduling a service appointment and advising the service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If the vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service d...

Page 363: ...e For an overnight warranty repair the dealer may provide an available courtesy rental vehicle or provide for reimbursement of a rental vehicle Reimbursement is limited and must be supported by original receipts as well as a signed and completed rental agreement and meet state provincial local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insur...

Page 364: ...not have been tested for the vehicle As a result these parts may fit poorly exhibit premature durability corrosion problems and may not perform properly in subsequent collisions Aftermarket parts are not covered by the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty and any vehicle failure related to such parts is not covered by that warranty Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair f...

Page 365: ...ification Number VIN Insurance company and policy number General description of the damage to the other vehicle Choose a reputable repair facility that uses quality replacement parts See Collision Parts earlier in this section If the airbag has inflated see What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates on page 3 22 Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that the vehicle requires dama...

Page 366: ...the diagnosis and service of the vehicle Owner Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The Owner Manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner Manual and Warranty Manual RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 40 00 U S plus handling and shipping fees Without Pouch O...

Page 367: ...mission FCC rules and with Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 The device may not cause harmful interference 2 The device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to any of these systems by other than an authorized service facility could voi...

Page 368: ...adian Government If you live in Canada and you believe that the vehicle has a safety defect notify Transport Canada immediately and notify General Motors of Canada Limited Call Transport Canada at 1 800 333 0510 or write to Transport Canada Road Safety Branch 80 rue Noel Gatineau QC J8Z 0A1 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation...

Page 369: ...ng how a vehicle s systems performed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as How various systems in your vehicle were operating Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled fastened How far if at all the driver was depress...

Page 370: ...tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner OnStar If the vehicle is equipped with OnStar and has an active subscription additional data may be collected through the OnStar system This includes information about the vehicle s operation collisions involving the vehicle the use of the vehicle and its features and in certain situations the location and approximate GPS speed of the vehicle Refer to th...

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Page 372: ...ery and electrical system cellular service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating OnStar acts as a link to existing public emergency service providers OnStar may collect information about you and your vehicle including location information See OnStar s Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statement for more details including system limitations at www onstar com U S or www onstar ca Ca...

Page 373: ...7 to Get help for an emergency Be a Good Samaritan or respond to an AMBER Alert Get assistance in severe weather or other crisis and evacuation routes OnStar Services Emergency With Automatic Crash Response the OnStar system can automatically connect to an OnStar Emergency Advisor The built in system can automatically connect to help in certain crashes Press to connect to an OnStar Emergency Advis...

Page 374: ...ng a Planned Route Cancel Route 1 Press System responds OnStar ready then a tone Say Cancel route System responds Do you want to cancel directions 2 Say Yes System responds OK request completed thank you goodbye Route Preview 1 Press System responds OnStar ready then a tone 2 Say Route preview System responds with the next three maneuvers Repeat 1 Press System responds OnStar ready then a tone 2 S...

Page 375: ... 2 The WiFi settings will display the WiFi network name SSID passphrase and level of encryption 3 To change the SSID or passphrase press Q or call 1 888 4 ONSTAR to connect with an Advisor OnStar RemoteLink Mobile App If Equipped Download the OnStar RemoteLink mobile app to select Apple Android and BlackBerry or Windows 7 or 8 mobile devices From the mobile device check the vehicle s fuel level oi...

Page 376: ...911 Retrieve My Number 1 Press System responds OnStar ready 2 Say My number System responds Your OnStar Hands Free Calling number is then says the number End a Call Press System responds Call ended Store a Name Tag for Speed Dialing 1 Press System responds OnStar ready 2 Say Store System responds Please say the number you would like to store 3 Say the entire number without pausing System responds ...

Page 377: ...of sold transferred or if the lease ends Reactivation for Subsequent Owners Press Q and follow the prompts to speak to an Advisor as soon as possible The Advisor will update vehicle records and explain the OnStar service options available How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response Emergency Services Crisis Assist Stolen Vehicle Assistance Vehicle Diagnostics Remote Door Unlock Roadside Assi...

Page 378: ...ibers with physical disabilities and medical conditions Press Q for help with Locating a gas station with an attendant to pump gas Finding a hotel restaurant etc that meets accessibility needs Providing directions to the closest hospital or pharmacy in urgent situations TTY Users OnStar has the ability to communicate to deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired customers while in the vehicle The ava...

Page 379: ...reception Cellular reception is required for OnStar to send remote signals to the vehicle Unable to Connect to OnStar Message If there is limited cellular coverage or the cellular network has reached maximum capacity this message may come on Press Q to try the call again or try again after driving a few miles into another cellular area Vehicle and Power Issues OnStar services require a vehicle ele...

Page 380: ...FRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT TORT OR OTHERWISE ARISING FROM OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE SOFTWARE Except as contained in this notice the name of a copyright holder shall not be used in advertising or otherwise to...

Page 381: ...s provided with the distribution The sole exception to this condition is redistribution of a standard UnZipSFX binary including SFXWiz as part of a self extracting archive that is permitted without inclusion of this license as long as the normal SFX banner has not been removed from the binary or disabled 3 Altered versions including but not limited to ports to new operating systems existing ports ...

Page 382: ...at Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 3 22 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 20 Where Are the Airbags 3 19 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 3 28 Passenger Status Indicator 5 19 Readiness Light 5 18 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 28 System Check 3 17 Alarm Vehicle Security 2 15 Alert Lane Change 9 55 Side Blind Zone SBZA 9 54 All Season Tires 10 42 All Wheel Drive 9 31 10 27 Antilock ...

Page 383: ...ense Plate Lamps 10 33 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 10 32 Buying New Tires 10 57 C Calibration 5 4 California Fuel Requirements 9 60 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 10 3 Warning 10 2 Canadian Vehicle Owners iii Capacities and Specifications 12 2 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust 9 25 Trunk 2 13 Winter Driving 9 8 Cautions Danger and Warnings iv Center Console Storage 4 2 Chain...

Page 384: ...1 Customer Assistance 13 4 Offices 13 3 Text Telephone TTY Users 13 4 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 13 11 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 13 1 D Damage Repair Collision 13 8 Danger Warnings and Cautions iv Data Recorders Event 13 14 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 6 2 Defensive Driving 9 3 Delayed Locking 2 12 Distracted Driving 9 2 Dome Lamps 6 5 Door Ajar Light 5 29 Aj...

Page 385: ...e 5 17 Coolant Temperature Warning Light 5 26 Cooling System 10 17 Cooling System Messages 5 40 Drive Belt Routing 12 4 Exhaust 9 25 Heater 9 21 Oil Life System 10 13 Oil Messages 5 40 Overheating 10 22 Power Messages 5 41 Pressure Light 5 27 Running While Parked 9 26 Starting 9 18 Entry Lighting 6 6 Event Data Recorders 13 14 Exit Lighting 6 6 Extender Safety Belt 3 16 Exterior Lamp Controls 6 1 ...

Page 386: ...Temperature 5 17 Fuel 5 16 Odometer 5 15 Speedometer 5 15 Tachometer 5 15 Trip Odometer 5 15 Warning Lights and Indicators 5 7 General Information Service and Maintenance 11 1 Towing 9 63 Vehicle Care 10 2 Glove Box 4 1 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 13 5 H Halogen Bulbs 10 31 Hazard Warning Flashers 6 3 Head Restraints 3 2 Headlamps Aiming 10 30 Automatic 6 2 Bulb Replacement 10 31 Daytime Run...

Page 387: ... 10 78 K Key and Lock Messages 5 41 Keyless Entry Remote RKE System 2 3 Keys 2 1 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 10 43 Lamps Daytime Running DRL 6 2 Dome 6 5 Exterior Controls 6 1 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder 6 1 Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 10 31 License Plate 10 33 Lamps cont d Malfunction Indicator 5 20 On Reminder 5 29 Reading 6 5 Lane Change Alert 9 55 Lane Departure Warning LDW 9 57...

Page 388: ...out Protection 2 12 Power Door 2 11 Safety 2 12 Loss of Control 9 5 Low Fuel Warning Light 5 28 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 3 38 Lumbar Adjustment 3 4 Front Seats 3 4 M Maintenance Records 11 14 Maintenance and Care Additional 11 8 Maintenance Schedule 11 2 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 11 11 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 5 20 Manual Mode 9 28 Manual Transmission 9 29 Flui...

Page 389: ... OnStar System In Brief 1 22 OnStar Additional Information 14 6 OnStar Connections 14 4 OnStar Emergency 14 2 OnStar Navigation 14 3 OnStar Overview 14 1 OnStar Security 14 3 OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics 14 6 Ordering Service Publications 13 11 Outlets Power 5 4 Overheating Engine 10 22 P Park Shifting Into 9 23 Shifting Out of 9 24 Parking 9 24 Brake 9 32 Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 29 Over...

Page 390: ...13 5 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 2 2 2 3 Remote Vehicle Start 2 9 Replacement Bulbs 10 33 Replacement Parts Airbags 3 29 Maintenance 11 12 Replacing Airbag System 3 29 Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash 3 45 Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash 3 17 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 13 13 General Motors 13 13 U S Government 13 12 Restraints Where to Put 3 36 Reta...

Page 391: ...ht 5 20 Maintenance Records 11 14 Maintenance General Information 11 1 Parts Identification Label 12 1 Publications Ordering Information 13 11 Scheduling Appointments 13 7 Service Electric Parking Brake Light 5 24 Services Special Application 11 8 Servicing the Airbag 3 28 Shift Lock Control Function Check Automatic Transmission 10 28 Shifting Into Park 9 23 Out of Park 9 24 Side Blind Zone Alert ...

Page 392: ...res 10 57 Chains 10 61 Changing 10 71 Compact Spare 10 76 Designations 10 45 Different Size 10 58 If a Tire Goes Flat 10 62 Inflation Monitor System 10 51 Inspection 10 54 Messages 5 45 Pressure 10 49 Pressure Light 5 27 Pressure Monitor System 10 50 Rotation 10 55 Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 63 Tires cont d Sealant and Compressor Kit Storing 10 70 Sidewall Labeling 10 43 Terminology and Definit...

Page 393: ...sages 5 37 Personalization 5 46 Remote Start 2 9 Security 2 15 Towing 10 81 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 5 25 Vehicle Care Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 70 Tire Pressure 10 48 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 14 Vehicle Diagnostics OnStar 14 6 Ventilation Air 8 6 Visors 2 22 Voltage Devices and Wiring 10 34 W Warning Brake System Light 5 23 Lane Departure LDW 9 57 Warning Lights G...

Page 394: ... Buick Regal Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 7576024 2015 crc 4 15 14 INDEX i 13 Winter Tires 10 42 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 29 Wiring High Voltage Devices 10 34 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 395: ...Black plate 14 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 7576024 2015 crc 4 15 14 i 14 INDEX 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

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