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Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1

Front Seats

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Rear Seats

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Safety Belts

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Child Restraints

....................................... 1-28

Air Bag Systems

...................................... 1-49

Restraint System Check

............................ 1-58

Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1

Keys

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Doors and Locks

...................................... 2-10

Windows

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Theft-Deterrent Systems

............................ 2-17

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

........... 2-18

Mirrors

.................................................... 2-31

OnStar

System

...................................... 2-33

Storage Areas

......................................... 2-34

Sunroof

.................................................. 2-36

Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1

Instrument Panel Overview

.......................... 3-2

Climate Controls

...................................... 3-18

Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators

......... 3-27

Audio System(s)

....................................... 3-44

Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

..... 4-2

Towing

................................................... 4-31

Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1

Service

..................................................... 5-3

Fuel

......................................................... 5-4

Checking Things Under the Hood

............... 5-10

Headlamp Aiming

..................................... 5-49

Bulb Replacement

.................................... 5-51

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

......... 5-56

Tires

...................................................... 5-57

Appearance Care

..................................... 5-88

Vehicle Identification

................................. 5-96

Electrical System

...................................... 5-97

Capacities and Specifications

................... 5-103

Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1

Maintenance Schedule

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Customer Assistance and Information .............. 7-1

Customer Assistance and Information

........... 7-2

Reporting Safety Defects

........................... 7-10

Index ................................................................ 1

2004 Buick Century Owner Manual

Summary of Contents for Century

Page 1: ...rning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 27 Audio System s 3 44 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 31 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 4 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Headlamp Aiming 5 49 Bulb Replacement 5 51 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 56 Tires 5 57 Appearance Care 5 88 Vehicle Identification 5 96 Electrical System 5 97 Capaci...

Page 2: ...this manual in it so the new owner can use it Canadian Owners You can obtain a French copy of this manual from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle If you do this it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle In this ...

Page 3: ...g CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen iii ...

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

Page 5: ...These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle v ...

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

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

Page 8: ...den movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Lift the bar located under the front of the passenger s seat to unlock the seat Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar Try to move the seat to be sure it is locked into place 1 2 ...

Page 9: ...ol up or down To raise or lower the front of the seat push the front of the control up or down To raise or lower the rear of the seat push the rear of the control up or down Reclining Seatbacks Lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat to release the seatback then move the seatback to the desired position Release the lever to lock the seatback in place Pull up on the lever without pu...

Page 10: ...b because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upri...

Page 11: ...rash Rear Seats Split Folding Rear Seat If the vehicle has a split folding seat you can gain access to the interior of the vehicle through the trunk To do this pull forward on the seat tab located on the side of the rear seat to move the rear seatback down To return the seatback to its original position push it back up making sure the seat latch locks it in place 1 5 ...

Page 12: ... or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle...

Page 13: ...even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goe...

Page 14: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 8 ...

Page 15: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 9 ...

Page 16: ...ide down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts A Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ev...

Page 17: ...rious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 1 28 or Infan...

Page 18: ...Don t let it get twisted The 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 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 27 Make sure the release butt...

Page 19: ...ong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt v...

Page 20: ...ld be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder To move it down squeeze the release lever and the shoulder belt guide as shown and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the release lever to make sure it has...

Page 21: ...too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 15 ...

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

Page 23: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 17 ...

Page 24: ... across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 18 ...

Page 25: ... you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy 1 19 ...

Page 26: ...he right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Center Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has front and rear bench seats someone can sit in the ...

Page 27: ... position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 27 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 21 ...

Page 28: ...e in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here is how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens ...

Page 29: ... the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 27 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on...

Page 30: ...injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase inju...

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

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

Page 33: ...e seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of the elastic cord exposed Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be...

Page 34: ...lder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear se...

Page 35: ...e child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults on page 1 25 If the child is so small that the shou...

Page 36: ...belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must ...

Page 37: ...oesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint 1 31 ...

Page 38: ...vide Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle s owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic type...

Page 39: ... so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not re...

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

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

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

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

Page 44: ...llow the instructions for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored don t use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a ...

Page 45: ...jury to people and damage to your vehicle attach only one child restraint per bracket Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Top Strap Anchor Location The vehicle has top strap anchors installed for the rear seating positions They are located under trim covers on...

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

Page 47: ...ons CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint isn t attached to its anchorage points the restraint won t be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint See Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the L...

Page 48: ...the top tether from the top tether anchorage and then disconnect the LATCH attachments from the LATCH anchorages Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 40 See Top Strap on page 1 38 if the child restraint has one If your child restraint does not hav...

Page 49: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 43 ...

Page 50: ... back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the latch system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 40 See Top Strap on page 1 38 if the child restraint has one If your child restraint does not ...

Page 51: ...e rear seat If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front passenger 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 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restrai...

Page 52: ... down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 46 ...

Page 53: ...ack of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child restraint If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint Be sure to follow the instructions t...

Page 54: ...he child restraint instructions will show you how Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 48 ...

Page 55: ...n adult or larger child passenger Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems Your vehicle has air bags a frontal air bag for the driver and another frontal air bag for the right front passenger Your vehicle may also have a side impact air bag for the driver If your vehicle has a side impact air bag for the driver it will say AIR BAG on the air bag covering on th...

Page 56: ...r some unrestrained occupants frontal air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued The side impact air bag for the driver is designed to inflate only in moderate to severe crashes where something hits the driver s side of your vehicle It isn t designed to inflate in frontal in rollover or in rear c...

Page 57: ...either the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Older Children or Infants and Young Children There is an air bag readiness light on the instrume...

Page 58: ...Where Are the Air Bags The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 52 ...

Page 59: ...ht not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering Don t let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact air bag 1 53 ...

Page 60: ...use inflation would not help the occupant Your vehicle may or may not have a driver s side impact air bag See Air Bag Systems on page 1 49 A driver s side impact air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes involving the driver s door A side impact air bag will inflate if the crash severity is above the system s designed threshold level The threshold level can vary with specif...

Page 61: ... belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But the frontal air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and many side impacts primarily because an occupant...

Page 62: ...e will be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this every...

Page 63: ...he frontal air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment The module also records speed engine rpm brake and throttle data Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag systems Improper service can mean that an air bag system will not work properly See your dealer for serv...

Page 64: ... the air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The air bag systems do not need regular maintenance Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any othe...

Page 65: ...er a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired o...

Page 66: ... NOTES 1 60 ...

Page 67: ...8 Ignition Positions 2 19 Starting Your Engine 2 20 Engine Coolant Heater 2 21 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 22 Parking Brake 2 25 Shifting Into Park P 2 26 Shifting Out of Park P 2 28 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 29 Engine Exhaust 2 29 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 30 Mirrors 2 31 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 31 Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar 2 31 Outside Power Mirrors 2 32 Outs...

Page 68: ... for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children The vehicle has two keys that are used for separate functions 2 2 ...

Page 69: ...ide the correct codes for the keys Contact your dealer or see Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 5 for more information Notice If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle you may have to damage the vehicle to get in Be sure you have spare keys If the vehicle has the OnStar system with an active subscription and the keys were locked inside a command could be sent by the OnStar system to unlock th...

Page 70: ...ause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this Check the distanc...

Page 71: ... to unlock the passenger doors F Trunk Release To release the trunk lid press this button The trunk will only unlock if the transaxle is in PARK P L Remote Alarm Press this button to activate an alarm The ignition must be in OFF or ACCESSORY for the remote alarm to work When the remote alarm button is pressed the headlamps will flash the horn will sound repeatedly and the interior lamps will turn ...

Page 72: ...ng 1 Close all doors and turn the ignition key to RUN 2 Press and hold the power door lock switch in the LOCK position 3 While holding the power door lock switch in the LOCK position press and release the remote keyless entry transmitter LOCK button A series of one to four chimes will sound corresponding to the current lock mode 4 Press the remote keyless entry transmitter LOCK button to advance t...

Page 73: ... heard Disconnecting the vehicle s battery for up to a year will not affect the programmed mode Delayed Locking This feature can be turned on or off It delays the locking of the doors for five seconds after the power door LOCK position or the LOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed and the last door is closed If a door is opened before five seconds the delayed lock is cancel...

Page 74: ...a remote keyless entry door unlock command is received by the vehicle The ignition must be off for this feature to work The interior lamps will stay on until either the ignition is turned to RUN or until 40 seconds has elapsed If a door is opened during this time the timed lighting will be canceled and the interior lamps will remain on Also see Entry Lighting under Interior Lamps on page 3 15 for ...

Page 75: ... battery do the following 1 Insert a flat object like a thin coin into the slot on the back of the transmitter and pry apart the front and back 2 Remove the old battery but do not use a metal object to do this Make sure the new battery is a type CR2032 or equivalent and that the positive side of the battery is facing down 3 Snap the front and back of the transmitter together 4 Resynchronize and te...

Page 76: ...e by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock the vehicle From the outside use the door key or remote keyless entry transmitte...

Page 77: ... be set to one of four operating modes Mode 1 Doors do not lock or unlock automatically when the transaxle is shifted out of or into PARK P Mode 2 All doors automatically lock when the transaxle is shifted out of PARK P but do not unlock automatically when the transaxle is shifted into PARK P Mode 3 All doors automatically lock when the transaxle is shifted out of PARK P and automatically unlock w...

Page 78: ... up to a year will not affect the programmed mode Lockout Protection This feature helps to prevent a driver from locking the keys inside of the vehicle by disabling the power door locks when the following occurs A door is opened The key is left in the ignition A power door lock is pressed The lockout protection feature can be overridden by holding the power door lock switch in the lock position fo...

Page 79: ...hat will force outside air into your vehicle See Climate Control System in the Index If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust on page 2 29 Trunk Lock To unlock the trunk lid from the outside insert the door key into the trunk lock and turn it counterclockwise Or with the vehicle in PARK P press the open trunk symbol on the remote keyless ent...

Page 80: ...ed the DOOR TRUNK ajar warning light will appear in the message center of the instrument panel cluster See Door Trunk Ajar Warning Light on page 3 42 for more information Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice Using the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk may damage it Use the emergency trunk release handle only to help you open the trunk li...

Page 81: ...with the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 15 ...

Page 82: ...rd and the driver s window will open without stopping To stop the window while it is lowering press forward on the switch To raise the window press and hold the switch forward Window Lock Out The driver s window controls also include a lock out switch Press LOCK on this control to prevent passengers from using their window switches The driver can still control all the windows with the lock on Pres...

Page 83: ...lp PASS Key II The vehicle is equipped with the PASS Key II Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key II is a passive theft deterrent system It works when the ignition key is inserted or removed from the ignition PASS Key II uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that matches a decoder in the vehicle When the PASS Key II system senses that the wrong key has been i...

Page 84: ...I to have a new key made If the SECURITY warning light comes on the instrument panel while the vehicle is being driven the engine will still be able to be started after it is turned off The PASS Key II system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer The vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key II system when this happens If a PASS Key II ignition key is lost or damaged s...

Page 85: ...g the correct key if so is it all the way in If it is then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard Turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of these works then your vehicle needs service C OFF In this position the engine is off but the steering wheel is not locked and can still be turned Use the OFF posi...

Page 86: ...idle speed will go down as the engine gets warm Notice Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If the engine will not start or starts but then stops it could be flooded wit...

Page 87: ...ord is attached to the underside of the vehicle s diagonal brace which is located above the engine air cleaner filter assembly 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly ground...

Page 88: ...eed is limited on the automatic transaxle when the vehicle is in PARK P or NEUTRAL N to protect driveline components from improper operation There are several different positions for the shift lever CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running...

Page 89: ...your warranty Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped REVERSE R Use this gear to back up To rock the vehicle back and forth in order to get it out of snow ice or sand without damaging the transaxle see If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 30 NEUTRAL N In this position the engine does not connect with the wheels To restart when the vehicle is already moving use NEUTRAL N...

Page 90: ... shifting between gears When going down a steep hill When driving in no highway scenarios such as city streets Notice Driving in SECOND 2 for more than 25 miles 40 km or at speeds over 55 mph 90 km h may damage the transaxle Also shifting into SECOND 2 at speeds above 65 mph 105 km h can cause damage Drive in THIRD 3 or AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D instead of SECOND 2 SECOND 2 This position gives the veh...

Page 91: ... follow it to the released position A warning chime will sound if the parking brake is set the ignition is on and the shift lever is not in PARK P or NEUTRAL N Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving If you are tow...

Page 92: ...ng the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 39 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake with your left foot 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this Pull the shift lever toward ...

Page 93: ...er is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Do not leave your vehicle with the engine running If the vehicle is left with the engine running be sure it is in PARK P and the parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you have moved the shift lever into...

Page 94: ...moved out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P The vehicle has an automatic transaxle shiftlock control system which locks the shift lever in PARK P when the ignition is in the OFF position The regular brakes have to be fully applied before the vehicle can be shifted from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2 22 If the vehicle cannot be shifted out of PARK P ea...

Page 95: ...nconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming...

Page 96: ...engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 26 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could ...

Page 97: ... It has a lever located at the bottom between the two lamps To reduce glare from other vehicles headlamps pull the lever to the night position For the day position push the lever to its original position There are two lamps located on the bottom of the mirror Press the button located next to each lamp to turn it on or off There are also three OnStar buttons located at the bottom of the mirror See ...

Page 98: ...ired direction Adjust each mirror so you can see the side of your vehicle and the area behind your vehicle Outside Convex Mirror The passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hi...

Page 99: ...greement is required prior to delivery of OnStar services and prepaid calling minutes are also required for OnStar Personal Calling and OnStar Virtual Advisor use Terms and conditions of the Subscription Service Agreement can be found at www onstar com OnStar Services One of the following plans is normally included for a specific duration with each vehicle equipped with OnStar You can upgrade or e...

Page 100: ...o the OnStar user s guide in your vehicle s glove box or call OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 OnStar Virtual Advisor With OnStar Virtual Advisor you can listen to the news entertainment and informative topics such as traffic and weather reports You are able to listen and reply to your e mail through your vehicle s speakers Storage Areas Glove Box Use the door key to lock and unlock the glo...

Page 101: ...area press the latch located toward the front of the console and pull up Convenience Net The vehicle may have a convenience net located on the back wall of the trunk Put small loads like grocery bags behind the net It can help keep them from falling over The net is not for larger heavier loads Store those in the trunk as far forward as possible Unhook the net so that it will lie flat when not in u...

Page 102: ...19 VENT To raise the sunroof to the vent position push and hold the front of the switch until the sunroof glass stops The sunshade must be opened by hand To close the sunroof from the vent position push and hold the rear of the switch until the sunroof glass closes Open Express Open To open the sunroof push the rear of the switch once The sunroof and sunshade will open by themselves To close the s...

Page 103: ...Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 33 Enhanced Traction System Warning Light 3 34 Low Traction Light 3 34 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light 3 35 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 35 Tire Pressure Light 3 36 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 3 36 Oil Pressure Light 3 40 Change Engine Oil Light 3 41 Security Light 3 41 Cruise Control Light 3 42 Low Washer Fluid Warning Light 3 42 Door Trunk Ajar...

Page 104: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 2 ...

Page 105: ...Steering Wheel Controls on page 3 62 F Gear Shift Lever See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2 22 G Air Outlets See Outlet Adjustment on page 3 25 H Side Window Defogger Outlet I Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 10 J Tilt Wheel Lever See Tilt Wheel on page 3 5 K Horn See Horn on page 3 5 L Audio System See Audio System s on page 3 44 M Ashtray See Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter on page...

Page 106: ...o activate the front and rear turn signals to flash on and off The hazard warning flashers work no matter what position the key is in and even if it is not in the ignition When the hazard warning flashers are on the individual turn signals will not operate Other Warning Devices If you store reflective safety triangles in the vehicle put one at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind the v...

Page 107: ...eel hold it and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable driving position and release the lever to lock it into place Tilt the steering wheel to the highest position to give more room when exiting and entering the vehicle Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever located on the left side of the steering column includes the following Turn and Lane Change Signals Headlamp High Low Bea...

Page 108: ...turn signal bulb replacement procedures Also see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 97 for location of fuses A chime will sound if the turn signal is left on for more than 3 4 mile 1 2 km Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beams to high beams or high to low pull the multifunction lever until a click is heard then release it This indicator light on the instrument pane...

Page 109: ...een each wiping cycle The further the band is turned upward toward LO the shorter the delay will be Select one of these settings for light rain or snow MIST Turn the band to MIST for a single wiping cycle Hold it until the windshield wipers start Then let it go The windshield wipers will stop after one wipe If more wipes are needed hold the band on MIST longer Be sure to clear ice and snow from th...

Page 110: ...ster will come on when the fluid level is low Cruise Control If the vehicle has cruise control a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h When you apply your brakes the cruise control shuts off CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where...

Page 111: ...se control on when you are not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON 2 Accelerate to the speed you want 3 Push in the SET button at the end of the lever and release it The CRUISE light on the instrument p...

Page 112: ...e vehicle will now cruise at the higher speed Move the cruise switch from ON to R A Hold it there until you accelerate to the speed you want and then release the switch To increase the speed in very small amounts move the switch to R A briefly and then release it Each time this is done the vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature will only work after the cruise control sp...

Page 113: ... the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle s speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep the vehicle s speed down Of course applying the brake takes the vehicle out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control Step lightly ...

Page 114: ...out to the first position to turn on the parking lamps together with the following Taillamps License Plate Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Headlamps Pull the headlamp control to the second position to turn on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights A warning chime will sound if the driver s door is opened when the ignition is turned to OFF LOCK or ACCESSOR...

Page 115: ...e headlamps taillamps sidemarker and other lamps will not be on The instrument panel will not be lit up either When it is dark enough outside the front turn signal lamps will turn off and the vehicle s headlamps and parking lamps will turn on The other lamps that come on with the headlamps will also come on When it is bright enough outside the headlamps will go off and the front turn signal lamps ...

Page 116: ...ld the LOCK position on the power door lock switch While holding the LOCK position on the door lock switch cycle the exterior lamps control on and off two times 4 Release the power door LOCK switch These steps must be carried out in a time period of less than 10 seconds followed by a delay period of no more than 10 seconds 5 Then press and hold the unlock position on the power door switch While ho...

Page 117: ... open the lamps will turn off after about 40 seconds Entry lighting includes a feature called theater dimming With theater dimming the lamps do not turn off at the end of the delay time Instead they slowly dim after the delay time and then turn off The courtesy lamps are canceled if the ignition key is turned to RUN or START and will not come on unless a door is opened Delayed Entry Lighting Delay...

Page 118: ...g lamps are located on the underside of the rearview mirror Press the button next to each lamp to turn it on and off Dome Lamp The dome lamp will come on when you open a door Battery Rundown Protection This helps the vehicle s battery from draining the battery in case the interior courtesy lamps reading lamps visor vanity lamps trunk lamp underhood lamp or glove box lamps are left on If any of the...

Page 119: ... designed for accessory power plugs only Notice Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating When adding electrical equipment be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter The ce...

Page 120: ...s The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 40 F 4 C VENT Ventilation This mode brings in outside air and directs it through the instrument panel outlets BI LEV Bi Level This mode directs approximately half of the air to the instrument panel outlets and then directs most of the remaining air to the floor outlets Some air may be d...

Page 121: ...ure Air Conditioning Press this button to turn the air conditioning on and off An indicator light above the button will come on when the air conditioning is on During daylight hours the interior lighting control might need adjustment to the highest setting in order for the indicator light to be seen The system will cool and dehumidify the air inside the vehicle when the A C indicator light is on O...

Page 122: ... air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 40 F 4 C To defrost the window quickly turn the mode knob to the defrost setting and turn the driver s and passenger s temperature levers all the way to the red area To warm passengers while keeping the windows clear use BLEND Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear Rear Win...

Page 123: ...ust the temperature to a comfortable setting 2 Press the AUTO button Choosing the coldest or warmest temperature setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any faster If the system is set at the warmest temperature setting 90 F 32 C hot air will be directed to the floor the fan will increase to the highest speed and the system will remain in manual mode at that temperature The system will n...

Page 124: ...tion TEMP Temperature To manually adjust the temperature inside the vehicle press the up arrow on the TEMP control to raise the temperature and press the down arrow to lower the temperature The display will show the selection for a few seconds and then the outside temperature will be displayed When the DUAL light indicator is on this means the TEMP control has set the temperature for the driver Wh...

Page 125: ...le and recirculates most of the air inside your vehicle It can be use to prevent outside air and odors from entering the vehicle or to quickly heat or cool the air inside the vehicle When this button is pressed an indicator light will come on The interior brightness control might have to be adjusted to the highest setting during the day in order to see the indicator lamp This setting is not permit...

Page 126: ... below the arrows is red this indicates that the passenger side temperature is set warmer than that of the driver s side If the indicator light below the arrows is blue this indicates that the passenger side temperature is set cooler than that of the driver s side Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the outside of the windows is a result of high humidity causing moisture to form and condense on the co...

Page 127: ...dow REAR Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off It will initially turn off after about 15 minutes If it is turned on again it will only run for about seven and one half minutes before turning off Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear Notice Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window may damage the rear window defogger Repairs would ...

Page 128: ...t below the air inlet grille near the passenger s side windshield wiper arm The filter traps most of the pollen from the air entering the air conditioning module Like the engine s air cleaner filter it may need to be changed periodically For information on how often to change the passenger compartment air filter see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 To change the passenger compartment air filter u...

Page 129: ...ights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of the vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they are working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s f...

Page 130: ...r know at a glance how the vehicle is running it shows how fast the vehicle is going about how much fuel is in the fuel tank and many other things needed to drive safely and economically United States version with Enhanced Traction System and ABS shown Canada Base Level similar 3 28 ...

Page 131: ...t will be done But if it cannot then it will be set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer tells how far the vehicle has been driven since it was last reset To set the trip odometer to zero press the button on the right side of the instrument panel cluster The trip select reset button ...

Page 132: ...e air bag symbol The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The system check includes the air bag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag Systems on page 1 49 This light will come on when the vehicle is started and it will flash for a few seconds Then the light should go out This means the system ...

Page 133: ...light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Charging System Light The charging system light will come on briefly when the ignition is turned on as a check to show that it is working Then it should go out If it stays on or comes on while the vehicle is being driven there may be a problem with the charging system It could indicate that the vehicle ...

Page 134: ...the parking brake is set The light will stay on if the parking brake does not release fully If it stays on after the parking brake is fully released it means there is a brake problem If the light comes on while the vehicle is being driven pull off the road and stop carefully The pedal may be harder to push or it may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have th...

Page 135: ...on as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while driving the anti lock brake system needs service If the light is on and the regular brake system warning light is not on the vehicle still has brakes but it does not have anti lock brakes The anti lock brake system warning light will come on briefly when the ...

Page 136: ... the system If an engine related problem affects the ETS and turns the system off When the ETS warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly Low Traction Light If the vehicle has the Enhanced Traction System ETS this light will come on when the system is limiting wheel spin You may feel or hear the system working but this is normal Slippery road condition...

Page 137: ...and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 5 25 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage The vehicle has a gage that shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red area the engine is too hot This reading indicates the same thing as the warning light It means that the engine coolant has overheated If the vehicle has been operating under normal dri...

Page 138: ...ble See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 64 The light will stay on while the ignition is on until the system is reset See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5 65 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generatio...

Page 139: ...his light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Diagnosis and service may be required Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Diagnosis and service may be required If the Light Is F...

Page 140: ...ould turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 4 Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditio...

Page 141: ...ly Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD on board diagnostic system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission contr...

Page 142: ... to show that it is working properly If it does not come on with the ignition on there may be a problem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away Sometimes when the engine is idling at a stop the light may blink on and off This is normal CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your ...

Page 143: ... to Change Engine Oil GM Oil Life System under Engine Oil on page 5 13 To reset the CHANGE OIL SOON light see How to Reset the System under Engine Oil on page 5 13 Security Light The SECURITY light will come on when the key is turned to START and will stay on until the vehicle starts It will also flash if the ignition key is too dirty or wet for the PASS Key II system to read the resistor pellet S...

Page 144: ...the ignition is turned on to show that it is working properly Door Trunk Ajar Warning Light The DOOR TRUNK light will come on if the trunk or any door is not completely closed Service Vehicle Soon Light The SERVICE VEHICLE SOON light will come on if there are certain non emission related vehicle problems These problems may not be obvious and may affect vehicle performance or durability Consult you...

Page 145: ...hings are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage At the gas station the pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes more or less fuel to fill up than the gage reads For example the gage reads half full but it took more or less than half of the tank s capacity to fill it The gage pointer may move while cornering braking or accelerating The gage may not indicate ...

Page 146: ...age them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly So before adding sound equipment check with your dealer and be sure to check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and to give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint ...

Page 147: ...dio Data System RDS information press and hold H and M at the same time until TIME UPDATED appears on the display If the time is not available from the station NO UPDATE will appear on the display RDS time is broadcast once a minute Once you have tuned to an RDS broadcast station it may take a few minutes for your time to update Radio with CD Playing the Radio PWR Power Push this knob to turn the ...

Page 148: ...s this button to switch between FM1 FM2 and AM The display will show your selection TUNE Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the ...

Page 149: ...sh and release AUDIO until BASS MID or TREBLE appears on the display Then turn the AUDIO knob to increase or to decrease If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust bass midrange or treble to the middle position select BASS MID or TREBLE Then push and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep BASS and a zero MID and a zero or TREBLE and a zero will ...

Page 150: ...ny changes Then push and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep ALL CENTERED will appear on the display Radio Data System RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System RDS RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information With RDS your radio can do the following Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming Recei...

Page 151: ...ected PTY and traffic announcements SCAN You can scan the stations within a PTY by performing the following 1 Press P TYP to activate program type select mode The PTY symbol will appear on the display 2 Turn the AUDIO knob to select a PTY 3 Once the desired PTY is displayed press and hold either SEEK arrow and the radio will begin scanning the stations in the PTY 4 Press and hold either SEEK arrow...

Page 152: ...NFO button You can view an old message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to TRAF Traffic If TRAF appears on the display the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements To receive the traffic announcement from the tuned station press this button Brackets will be displayed around TRAF and when a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it I...

Page 153: ...ay the CD R has been handled You may experience an increase in skipping difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section 1s Reverse Press ...

Page 154: ... safely inside the radio for future listening CD Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio Z Eject Press this button to eject a CD Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the ignition or radio off if this button is pressed first CD Messages CHECK CD If this message appears on the radio display it could for one of the following reasons It...

Page 155: ...MED or MAX Each higher setting allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV select OFF DISP Display Press this button to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time...

Page 156: ...select FM1 FM2 or AM 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press EQ to select the equalization 5 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the station you set will return and the equalization that you selected will be automatically stored for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDI...

Page 157: ...ny changes Then push and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep ALL CENTERED will appear on the display Radio Data System RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System RDS RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information With RDS your radio can do the following Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming Recei...

Page 158: ... stations within a PTY by performing the following 1 Press P TYP to activate program type select mode The P TYPE symbol will appear on the display 2 Turn the AUDIO knob to select a PTY 3 Once the desired PTY is displayed press and hold either SEEK arrow and the radio will begin scanning the stations in the PTY 4 Press and hold either SEEK arrow to stop at a station If both PTY and TRAF are on the ...

Page 159: ...by pressing the INFO button You can view and old message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to TRAF Traffic If TRAF appears on the display the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements To receive the traffic announcement from the tuned station press this button Brackets will be displayed around TRAF and when a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station ...

Page 160: ...l or chrome tape is inserted If an error appears on the display see Cassette Tape Messages later in this section 1s Reverse Press this pushbutton to reverse quickly within the tape The radio will play while the tape reverses Press it again to return to playing speed 2 Forward Press this pushbutton to advance quickly within the tape The radio will play while the tape advances Press this pushbutton ...

Page 161: ...hould not be used in the player Try a new tape to make sure your player is working properly BROKEN TAPE The tape is broken Try a new tape CLEAN PLAYER If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player on page 3 63 If ...

Page 162: ... inch CDs without a standard adapter CD If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section 1s Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume Release this pushbutton to play the passage 2 Forward Press and hold this pushbutton to advance quickly within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume Release this...

Page 163: ...ctivated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the ignition or radio off if you press this button first CD Messages CHECK CD If this message appears on the radio display it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smooth the CD should play The ...

Page 164: ...s that THEFTLOCK is armed If THEFTLOCK is activated your radio will not operate if stolen The radio will display LOCKED and a red LED indicator light will come on above the key symbol to indicate a locked condition If this occurs the radio will need to be returned to the dealer Audio Steering Wheel Controls If your vehicle has this feature you can control certain radio functions using the buttons ...

Page 165: ... reducing the treble to reduce this noise FM FM stereo will give you the best sound but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to come and go Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes ...

Page 166: ...eset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of Your CDs Handle CDs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a CD is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergen...

Page 167: ...ontrol 4 14 Driving at Night 4 16 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 17 City Driving 4 20 Freeway Driving 4 21 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 22 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 24 Winter Driving 4 26 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 30 Towing 4 31 Towing Your Vehicle 4 31 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 32 Loading Your Vehicle 4 34 Towing a Trailer 4 39 Section 4 Driving Y...

Page 168: ... driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with resulting injury Ask a passenger to help do things like this or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself These simple defensive driving techniques ...

Page 169: ...drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 lb 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0 06 percent The pe...

Page 170: ...affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0 05 percent and that the effects are worse at night All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06...

Page 171: ...ted by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Please 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 designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go They are the brakes the steering an...

Page 172: ...of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances you will eliminat...

Page 173: ...ou You slam on the brakes and continue braking Here is what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can ...

Page 174: ...ck your first reaction to hit the brake pedal hard and hold it down may be the wrong thing to do Your wheels can stop rolling Once they do the vehicle can not respond to your steering Momentum will carry it in whatever direction it was headed when the wheels stopped rolling That could be off the road into the very thing you were trying to avoid or into traffic If you do not have anti lock use a sq...

Page 175: ... allow safe use of it again you can re engage the cruise control See Cruise Control under Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 5 The ETS operates in THIRD 3 and OVERDRIVE X If the vehicle is in THIRD 3 the system can upshift the transaxle to OVERDRIVE X The ETS is turned off in SECOND 2 or FIRST 1 gear and when the parking brake is set See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2 22 While the ...

Page 176: ...entioned on the news happen on curves Here is why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels If there is no traction inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction If you have ever tried to ste...

Page 177: ...t your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere or a child darts ...

Page 178: ...od reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle...

Page 179: ...n up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection delay your pass A broken center line usually indicates it is all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity For one thing ...

Page 180: ... just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really is Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two lane roads Reconsider before passing the next vehicle Do not overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly Even though the brake lamps are not flashing it may be slowing down or starting to turn If you are being passed make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you P...

Page 181: ... when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine brak...

Page 182: ...our headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you are tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your ...

Page 183: ...atedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and are not even aware of it Driving in ...

Page 184: ...w signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can not try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They will not work as well in...

Page 185: ...deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can not avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing w...

Page 186: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 21 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Page 187: ...the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mi...

Page 188: ...y to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you will find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engi...

Page 189: ...t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instrumen...

Page 190: ...d also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill CAUTION If you do not shift down your brakes could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even...

Page 191: ...ower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may s...

Page 192: ...ll brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 4 26 ...

Page 193: ...packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution If your vehicle has the Enhanced Traction System keep the system on It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road Even though your vehicle has this system you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions See Enhanced Traction System ETS on page 4 9 Unless you have the anti lock braking system you ...

Page 194: ...bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your veh...

Page 195: ...in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go ...

Page 196: ...d known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you are stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Do not spin the wheels above 35 mph 5...

Page 197: ...shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle If that does not get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 31 Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or...

Page 198: ... Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing following Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendations How far will you tow Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow Do you have the proper towing equipment See your dealer or trailering...

Page 199: ... towed with all four wheels on the ground If your vehicle must be towed you should use a dolly See Dolly Towing that follows for more information Dolly Towing Your vehicle can be towed using a dolly To tow your vehicle using a dolly follow these steps 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Put the gear shift lever in PARK P 3 Set the parking brake and then remove the ignition key 4 Clamp the steering...

Page 200: ...h weight it may properly carry the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification label CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Tire and Lo...

Page 201: ...mation label Example 2 the label is on the inside trunk lid The Tire and Loading Information label also gives you the size and recommended inflation pressure for the factory installed original equipment tires on your vehicle For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 57 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 64 There is also important loading information on the Certification la...

Page 202: ... 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load...

Page 203: ...ion Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg x 5 1000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s cap...

Page 204: ...ehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle If the vehicle is going to carry a heavy load spread it out Do not carry more than 167 lbs 75 kg in your trunk CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you ...

Page 205: ...ou carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to Towing a Trailer CAUTION If you do not use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured You may also damage ...

Page 206: ...do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you will be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police Consider using a sway control Ask a hitch dealer about sway controls Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km the vehicle is driven The engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the...

Page 207: ...hicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle If there are a lot of options equipment passengers or cargo in the vehicle it will reduce the tongue weight the vehicle can carry which will also reduce the trailer weight the vehicle can tow And if you tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW bec...

Page 208: ...ealed deadly carbon monoxide CO from the exhaust can get into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust on page 2 29 Dirt and water can too Safety Chains Chains should always be attached between the vehicle and the trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided...

Page 209: ... passing distance is needed up ahead when towing a trailer And because the vehicle is a good deal longer with the trailer you will need to go much farther beyond the vehicle you have passed before you can return to the proper lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your...

Page 210: ... down the brakes might have to be used so much that they would get hot and no longer work well On a long uphill grade shift down and reduce the vehicle s speed to around 45 mph 70 km h to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating If towing a trailer you may want to drive in THIRD 3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE X Shift to a lower gear as needed Parking on Hills CAUTION You really...

Page 211: ...eduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more information Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid which should not be overfilled engine oil drive belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If trailering it is a good idea to review this information before starting on a trip Chec...

Page 212: ... NOTES 4 46 ...

Page 213: ...teering Fluid 5 35 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 36 Brakes 5 38 Battery 5 41 Jump Starting 5 42 Headlamp Aiming 5 49 Bulb Replacement 5 51 Halogen Bulbs 5 51 Headlamps 5 51 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 5 52 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 53 Taillamps Turn Signal and Stoplamps 5 54 Back Up Lamps 5 55 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 56 Tires 5 57 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 64 Tire Press...

Page 214: ...al Paint Spotting 5 94 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 95 Vehicle Identification 5 96 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 96 Service Parts Identification Label 5 96 Electrical System 5 97 Add On Electrical Equipment 5 97 Headlamp Wiring 5 97 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 97 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 97 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 97 Capacities and Specifications 5 103 Section 5 Servi...

Page 215: ... this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 58 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record on page 6 15 ...

Page 216: ...outside of your vehicle Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine...

Page 217: ... is certified to meet California Emission Standards see the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction ind...

Page 218: ... methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the ...

Page 219: ...le Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel Turn the vehicle off to refuel The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver s side of the vehicle To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly counterclo...

Page 220: ...ay can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Do not top off or overfill the fuel tank Wait a few seconds after filling the fuel tank before removing the fuel pump nozzle Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outsid...

Page 221: ... not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 36 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damag...

Page 222: ...rn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood do the following 1 Pull the interior hood release handle located below the instrument panel to the left of ...

Page 223: ...secondary hood release located under the hood to the right to disengage it 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood make sure all of the filler caps are properly secured Pull the hood down and close it firmly 5 11 ...

Page 224: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood you will see 5 12 ...

Page 225: ...nsaxle Fluid Dipstick See Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 5 19 L Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 5 38 M Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipsti...

Page 226: ...that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range in the cross hatched area Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are through What Kind of Engine Oil...

Page 227: ...ckness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbo...

Page 228: ...on engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE OIL SOON ligh...

Page 229: ...es back on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may 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 clothing or rags co...

Page 230: ...rom the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required To check or replace the engine air cleaner filter do the following 1 Loosen the screw and clamp on the air duct 2 Lift the two clips located on the top of the filter assembly to unlock the cover 3 Disconnect the duct and reposition it while removing the cover 4...

Page 231: ...have the air cleaner filter in place when you are driving Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check the automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reache...

Page 232: ...eratures are above 90 F 32 C At high speed for quite a while In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C to 93 C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it is colder than 50 F 10 C you may have to drive l...

Page 233: ...e what kind of transaxle fluid to use See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the crosshatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It does not take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill N...

Page 234: ... COOL may cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant may require changing sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in your vehicle What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOL coolant which will not...

Page 235: ...use the proper coolant you do not have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Checking Coolant The engine coolant recovery tank is located on the passenger s side of the vehicle at the rear of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location The vehicle must be on a level surface When the engin...

Page 236: ... steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill...

Page 237: ... Engine Protection Operating Mode The emergency engine protection operating mode allows the vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation If an overheated engine condition exists this protection mode alternates firing groups of cylinders to help prevent engine damage In this mode there will be a significant loss in power and engine performance The engine coolant temperature gage i...

Page 238: ...heated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode under Engine Overheating on page 5 25 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can b...

Page 239: ...d shift to PARK P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle 2 Adjust the heater to the highest temperature and fan speed settings and open the window as necessary If the overheated engine warnings no longer exist you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warnings do not come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues and you have not stopped pull over stop and ...

Page 240: ... Cap CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface 5 28 ...

Page 241: ...ehicle If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running If they are not the vehicle needs service Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index for information on driving to ...

Page 242: ...vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and oth...

Page 243: ...cooling system is cool before this is done CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if y...

Page 244: ...e is no longer hot 1 Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise at its first stop Do not press down while turning the pressure cap If a hiss is heard wait for it to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylen...

Page 245: ...ill the radiator with the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 22 for more information about the proper coolant mixture If a stream of coolant is coming from an air bleed valve close the valve Otherwise close the valves after the radiator is filled 5 Rinse or wipe any spilled coolant from the engine and the compartment 5 33 ...

Page 246: ...e cap off 8 Start the engine and let it run until the upper radiator hose feels it is getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans 9 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 5 34 ...

Page 247: ... this 11 Check the coolant in the recovery tank The level in the coolant recovery tank should be at the HOT mark when the engine is hot or at the COLD mark when the engine is cold Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located at the back of the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for reservoir location 5 35 ...

Page 248: ... and look at the fluid level on the dipstick When the engine compartment is hot the level should be at the H hot mark When it is cold the level should be at the C cold mark If the fluid is at the ADD mark fluid should be added What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause l...

Page 249: ...r Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water does not clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it is very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full Do not use engine ...

Page 250: ...ould have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work i...

Page 251: ...f fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone p...

Page 252: ...ld result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifi...

Page 253: ...s with a maintenance free ACDelco battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer a...

Page 254: ...uld damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles ...

Page 255: ...and help save both batteries And it could save the vehicle s radio 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminal location on each vehicle You will not need to access your battery for jump starting Your vehicle has a remote positive jump starting terminal for that purpose The terminal is located on the same side of the engine compartment as your battery See Engin...

Page 256: ... add water to the ACDelco battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you do not explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Do not get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush ...

Page 257: ...e has one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And do not connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive ...

Page 258: ... the negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable does not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part or to the remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 5 46 ...

Page 259: ...that move The electrical connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service 5 47 ...

Page 260: ...tery or Remote Positive and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 ...

Page 261: ...n the following procedure Notice To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly read all the instructions before beginning Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts To check the aim the vehicle should be properly prepared as follows The headlamps must be off for one hour prior to aiming and must remain off during this procedure The vehicle must have all four tires o...

Page 262: ...oard side of the headlamp cover A Horizontal Aim Adjustment Screw B Horizontal Block Index Plate C Vertical Aiming Level Start with the horizontal aim The adjustment screws can be turned with an E8 Torx socket Once the horizontal aim is adjusted then adjust the vertical aim 1 Turn the horizontal aiming screw until the indicator is lined up with zero 2 Turn the vertical aiming screw until the level...

Page 263: ...nt Bulbs on page 5 55 Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps 1 Open the hood 2 Pull up on the headlamp retainers A to release the assembly locator tabs 5 51 ...

Page 264: ...g sure the connector tab snaps into place 9 Insert the bulb socket into the headlamp assembly 10 Reverse all steps to reassemble the headlamp assembly then check the lamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 1 Remove the headlamp assembly Refer to the removal procedure earlier in this section 2 Remove the rubber bulb access cover 3 Twist the sidemarker lamp socket located on the outboard side of t...

Page 265: ...pen the trunk 2 Reach through the access opening in the trunk lid 3 Remove the old bulb by turning it counterclockwise one quarter turn 4 Push the new bulb into the bulb socket 5 Turn the socket clockwise one quarter turn to reinstall 5 53 ...

Page 266: ...op of the carpet The other two are located underneath the carpet 4 Pull the taillamp housing B away from the body of the vehicle 5 Squeeze the tab on the socket and turn the socket counterclockwise 6 Pull out the socket 7 Pull the old bulb out of the socket There are two bulbs on each taillamp 8 Push in a new bulb 9 Reverse these steps to reinstall the lamp assembly 5 54 ...

Page 267: ...lb into the lamp socket 7 Twist and push the lamp socket into the trunk lid covering 8 Reverse Steps 2 and 3 to reinstall the lamp covering Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamps Bulb Number Back Up Lamps 1156 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 3155 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 4157NAK High Beam Headlamps 9005 Low Beam Headlamps 9006 Taillamps and Stoplamps Turn Signal 3057 Taillamp 194 For any b...

Page 268: ... replacement while in this position 3 Pull the windshield wiper arm 3 to 4 inches 7 5 to 10 cm away from the windshield 4 While holding the wiper arm away from the glass push the release clip from under the windshield wiper arm connecting point and slide the blade assembly down toward the glass to remove it from the wiper arm 5 Slide the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm until you hear the...

Page 269: ...eating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be ...

Page 270: ...Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall The examples below show a typical passenger car tire and a compact spare tire sidewall Passenger Car Tire Example 5 58 ...

Page 271: ... D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT 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 E Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the trea...

Page 272: ...on Number TIN 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 D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 87 ...

Page 273: ... Association B Tire Width The three digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 70 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 70 as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is...

Page 274: ... a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 64 Curb Weight This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the 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 mot...

Page 275: ... that contains a whitewall bears white lettering or 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 and shown on the t...

Page 276: ...ory weight occupant weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 34 Inflation Tire Pressure The tire and loading information label shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at le...

Page 277: ...e center of the tire valve Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Pressure Monitor System The tire inflation monitor system detects differences in tire rotation speeds that are caused by changes in tire pressure The system can alert you if a tire is low but it does not replace ...

Page 278: ...r than 70 mph 110 km h The LOW TIRE light will stay on while the ignition is on until the system is reset Do not reset the tire inflation monitor system without first correcting the cause of the problem and checking and adjusting the pressure in all four tires If the system is reset when the tire pressures are incorrect it will not function properly and may not alert you when a tire is low Any tim...

Page 279: ... spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loading Information label Reset the Tire Inflation Monitor System See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5 65 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 103 CAUTION Rust or dirt o...

Page 280: ...tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or location o...

Page 281: ...y an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properl...

Page 282: ...y requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 5 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of ...

Page 283: ...performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned a...

Page 284: ...hem only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others ...

Page 285: ... only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it s...

Page 286: ... may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without t...

Page 287: ...y could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposit...

Page 288: ...ill need is in the trunk 1 Turn the center nut on the compact spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it Then lift and remove the cover See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 87 for more information about the compact spare tire 2 Remove the spare tire 5 76 ...

Page 289: ...3 Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise and remove it Then remove the jack and wrench The tools you will be using include the jack A extension and protection guide B and wheel wrench C 5 77 ...

Page 290: ...inish loosening them with your fingers Then using the flat end of the wheel wrench pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off Be careful the edge may be sharp Do not try to remove the cover with your bare hands Removing the Wheel Center Caps To remove a center cap use the wrench to pry gently at the notch Do not use a tool that is narrower than the wrench to pry at this notch Then pr...

Page 291: ...l the wheel nuts but do not remove them yet 2 Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack lift head 3 For jacking at the vehicle s front location put the jack lift head C about 6 inches 15 cm from the rear edge of the front wheel opening B or just behind the two bolts A as shown 5 79 ...

Page 292: ... a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the 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 loca...

Page 293: ... the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the spare compact tire to fit underneath the wheel well 6 Remove all wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 5 81 ...

Page 294: ...f and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off c...

Page 295: ...ut the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 9 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 5 83 ...

Page 296: ...e Capacities and Specifications in the Index for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications in the index for the wheel nut torque specification Do not try to put the whe...

Page 297: ...ter the compact spare tire is put on the vehicle store the flat tire in the trunk Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk When storing a full size tire use the extension with the protector located in the foam holder to help avoid wheel surface damage To store a full size tire place the tire valve stem facing down and then remove the protector and attach the retainer secure...

Page 298: ...e proper place The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 87 See the storage instructions label to return the compact spare to the trunk properly Be sure to calibrate low tire inflation system after you replace the compact spare tire with a full sized tire See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5...

Page 299: ...in case it is needed again The tire inflation monitor system must be reset after installing or removing the compact spare See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5 65 Notice When the compact spare is installed don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle...

Page 300: ...ne Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Do not use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe v...

Page 301: ...ection use a sponge to remove any excess cleaner 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean water dampened towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool wate...

Page 302: ...ing the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cle...

Page 303: ...olor gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Do not wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning...

Page 304: ...droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to ...

Page 305: ...ire cleaner Notice Using petroleum based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint finish and or tires When applying a tire dressing always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to parts repaired or ...

Page 306: ... frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ring shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the p...

Page 307: ... and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Vehicle Care Appearance Materials cont d Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one easy step no wiping ...

Page 308: ...d the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label This label is located on the inside of the trunk lid It is very helpful if parts need to be ordered for the vehicle It has the following information printed on it The ...

Page 309: ...dshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem have it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the instrument panel fuse block protect the power windows and other power accessories When the c...

Page 310: ...Instrument Panel Fuse Block Some fuses are located in a fuse block on the passenger s side of the instrument panel Pull off the cover labeled FUSES to expose the fuse block 5 98 ...

Page 311: ...ed IGN 0 CLSTR PCM BCM Ignition Signal Hot in Run Unlock and Start Cluster Powertrain Control Module Body Control Module Fuses Usage Blank Not Used Blank Not Used Blank Not Used ACCY PWR BUS Interior Lamps DR LCK Door Locks Blank Not Used R LAMPS Taillamps License Plate Lamps Blank Not Used CRUISE Cruise Control Blank Not Used CLSTR Instrument Panel Cluster LTR Cigarette Lighter STOP LAMPS Stoplam...

Page 312: ...ADIO HVAC RFA CLSTR ALDL Radio Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Head Remote Keyless Entry Cluster HI BLWR High Blower RH HTD SEAT Not Used STR WHL CNTRL Audio Steering Wheel Controls WPR Windshield Wipers Underhood Fuse Block Some fuses and relays are located in the underhood fuse block on the passenger s side of the vehicle in the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview on page...

Page 313: ... Power Remote Keyless Entry Data Link Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Head Cluster Radio Cigarette Lighter 8 Ignition Switch Wipers Autdio Steering Wheel Controls Body Control Module Power Windows Sunroof Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Controls Daytime Running Lamps Rear Window Defogger Relay Relays Usage 9 Cooling Fan 2 10 Cooling Fan 3 11 Starter Solenoid 12 Cooling Fan 1 13 I...

Page 314: ...tion 26 Transaxle 27 Horn 28 Fuel Injector 29 Oxygen Sensor 30 Engine Emissions 31 Fog Lamps 32 Right Headlamp Fuses Usage 33 Rear Compartment Release 34 Parking Lamps 35 Fuel Pump 36 Left Headlamp 37 Not Used 38 Not Used 39 Not Used 40 Not Used 41 Not Used 42 Not Used 43 Not Used SYMBOL Air Conditioner Compressor Clutch Diode 5 102 ...

Page 315: ...more fluid will be needed 7 4 quarts 10 0 quarts 7 0 L 9 5 L Cooling System Including Reservoir 11 7 quarts 11 0 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 0 quarts 3 8 L Fuel Tank 17 0 gallons 64 0 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Displacement Firi...

Page 316: ... NOTES 5 104 ...

Page 317: ...led Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 At Each Fuel Fill 6 8 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 13 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 14 Maintenance Record 6 15 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Page 318: ... vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition be sure to maintain your vehicle properly Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working cond...

Page 319: ...qualified technician do the work Some maintenance services can be complex So unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment you should have your GM Goodwrench dealer do these jobs When you go to your GM Goodwrench dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM parts If you want to get servi...

Page 320: ...ber to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil on page 5 13 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system When the CHANGE OIL SOON light appears certain services checks and inspections are required Required services are described in the following for Maintenance I and Maintenance II Generally it is recommended that your first service be Mainten...

Page 321: ...ires on page 5 57 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling system See footnote c Inspect wiper blades See footnote d Inspect restraint system components See...

Page 322: ...em for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 An Emission Control Service Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter severe service See footnote h Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter normal service Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every 5 years whi...

Page 323: ...ooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is recommended at least once a year d Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield e Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages ar...

Page 324: ...uld indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired and the fluid level checked Add fluid if needed Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle Your GM Goodwrench dealer can assist you with these checks and services Be sure any necessary re...

Page 325: ...an cassette tape player Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play See Audio System s on page 3 44 for further details At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brak...

Page 326: ...iately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the RUN position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition k...

Page 327: ...ke set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact your ...

Page 328: ...Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Usage Fluid Lubricant Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Automatic Transaxle DEXRON III Automatic Transmission Fluid Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivot...

Page 329: ... Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 24508572 A1614C Engine Oil Filter 25010792 PF 47 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 10406026 Spark Plugs Gap 12568387 060 inches 56 0 cm 41 101 060 inches 56 0 cm Windshield Wiper Blades 22143943 Type Shepherd s Hook Style Length 22 0 inches 56 0 cm 6 13 ...

Page 330: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 14 ...

Page 331: ...rmed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 in this section Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 8 can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 15 ...

Page 332: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16 ...

Page 333: ... Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Courtesy Transportation 7 6 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 11 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Section 7 Customer Assistan...

Page 334: ...ustomer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top lef...

Page 335: ... 22203 1804 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs You can find your specific ...

Page 336: ...phone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 252 1112 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313 381 0022 Canada Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800...

Page 337: ...ers call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program Buick Motor Division is proud to offer Buick Premium Roadside Assistance to customers for vehicles covered under the 3 year 36 000 mile 60 000 km new car warranty whichever occurs first Our commitment to Buick owners has always included superior service through our network of Buick dealers Buick Premium Roadside Assistance provides an extra measu...

Page 338: ... of occurrence While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service it is added security while traveling for you and your family Remember we re only a phone call away Buick Roadside Assistance 1 800 252 1112 text telephone TTY users call 1 888 889 2438 Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada ...

Page 339: ...ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait Buick helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options Depending on the c...

Page 340: ...e repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper to Bumper warranty coverage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage i...

Page 341: ...throttle position vehicle speed seat belt usage airbag readiness airbag performance data and the severity of a collision This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes these on board systems do not record sounds such as conversation of vehicle occupant...

Page 342: ...aints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Depa...

Page 343: ...Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc RETAIL SELL PRICE 120 00 Transmission Transaxle Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provid...

Page 344: ...o Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Ti...

Page 345: ...d Mast 3 64 Anti lock Brake System ABS 4 6 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 33 Appearance Care 5 88 Care of Safety Belts 5 91 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 94 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 88 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 91 Finish Damage 5 93 Sheet Metal Damage 5 93 Underbody Maintenance 5 94 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 95 Weatherstrips 5 91 Ashtrays 3 17 Audio System s...

Page 346: ...5 55 Taillamps Turn Signal and Stoplamps 5 54 Buying New Tires 5 69 C California Fuel 5 5 Canada Customer Assistance 7 4 Canadian Owners ii Canadian Roadside Assistance 7 6 Capacities and Specifications 5 103 Carbon Monoxide 4 26 4 39 2 13 2 29 Care of Safety Belts 5 91 Your Cassette Tape Player 3 63 Your CD Player 3 64 Your CDs 3 64 Cassette Tape Messages 3 59 Cassette Tape Player Service 6 9 CD ...

Page 347: ...ing Inside of Your Vehicle 5 88 Outside of Your Vehicle 5 91 Underbody Maintenance 5 94 Weatherstrips 5 91 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 5 93 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 92 Cleaning Fabric Carpet 5 88 Cleaning Glass Surfaces 5 90 Cleaning Interior Plastic Components 5 90 Cleaning Leather 5 90 Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel 5 90 Cleaning Tires 5 93 Cleaning Vinyl 5 90 Cleaning Windshield ...

Page 348: ...e Driving 4 2 Defogging and Defrosting 3 20 3 24 Delayed Entry Lighting 3 15 Delayed Exit Lighting 3 16 Delayed Headlamps 3 14 Delayed Locking 2 7 Dinghy Towing 4 33 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 3 Dolly Towing 4 33 Dome Lamp 3 16 Door Locks 2 10 Power Door Locks 2 11 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 11 Trunk Ajar Warning Light 3 42 Driver Position Safety Belt 1 12 Driving At Night 4 16 City 4 ...

Page 349: ...ting 6 14 Engine Compartment Overview 5 12 Exhaust 2 29 Oil 5 13 Overheating 5 25 Starting 2 20 Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing 4 45 Engine Oil Additives 5 16 Enhanced Traction System ETS 4 9 Warning Light 3 34 Entry Lighting 3 15 Event Data Records EDR 7 9 Express Down Window 2 16 Extender Safety Belt 1 27 Exterior Lamps 3 12 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 18 Finding a Program Type PTY Station ...

Page 350: ...m for Persons with Disabilities 7 5 H Hazard Warning Flashers 3 4 Head Restraints 1 5 Headlamp Aiming 5 49 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer 3 6 Headlamp Wiring 5 97 Headlamps 5 51 Bulb Replacement 5 51 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 5 52 Halogen Bulbs 5 51 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 24 Hitches 4 42 Hood Checking Things Under 5 10 Release 5 10 Horn 3 5 How to Add Coolant to ...

Page 351: ...Panel Fuse Block 5 98 Interior Lamps 3 15 J Jump Starting 5 42 K Keyless Entry System 2 4 Keys 2 2 L Lamps Exterior 3 12 Interior 3 15 Lap Belt 1 20 Lap Shoulder Belt 1 12 1 22 LATCH System Child Restraints 1 40 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 42 Leaving Your Vehicle 2 12 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running 2 27 Light Air Bag Readiness 3 30 Anti Lock Brake Syste...

Page 352: ...tional Required Services 6 6 At Each Fuel Fill 6 8 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 9 Introduction 6 2 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Maintenance Record 6 15 Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 13 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Using Your 6 2 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Maintenance W...

Page 353: ...System 2 33 OnStar Virtual Advisor 2 34 Operation Tips 3 26 Other Warning Devices 3 4 Outlet Adjustment 3 25 Outside Convex Mirror 2 32 Power Mirrors 2 32 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 25 Overseas Customer Assistance 7 4 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Owners Canadian ii Owner s Information 7 12 P Park P Shifting Into 2 26 Shifting Out of 2 28 Parking Brake 2 25 Over Things That Burn...

Page 354: ...des 1 25 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 1 22 Rear Seat Passengers Safety Belts 1 22 Rear Window Defogger 3 20 3 25 Rearview Mirror with OnStar 2 31 Rearview Mirrors 2 31 Reclining Seatbacks 1 3 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 32 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 5 Remote Trunk Release 2 13 Removing the Flat Tire and ...

Page 355: ...and Small Adults 1 25 Rear Seat Passengers 1 22 Right Front Passenger Position 1 20 Safety Belts cont Safety Belt Extender 1 27 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 19 Safety Belts Are for Everyone 1 6 Safety Chains 4 42 Safety Warnings and Symbols iii Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Seats Head Restraints 1 5 Manual 1 2 Reclining Seatbacks 1 3 Six Way Power Seats 1 3 Split Folding Rear Seat 1 5 Securing a...

Page 356: ... Glove Box 2 34 Storing the Flat Tire and Tools 5 85 Storing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 86 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 30 Sun Visors 2 17 Sunroof 2 36 T Taillamps Turn Signal and Stoplamps 5 54 Theft Deterrent Radio 3 62 Theft Deterrent Systems 2 17 PASS Key II 2 17 Tilt Wheel 3 5 Tire Pressure Light 3 36 Tire Inflation Check 6 9 Tire Sidewall Labeling 5 58 Tire Size 5 61 Tire Terminology and ...

Page 357: ...Trunk 2 13 Trunk Assist Handle 2 14 Trunk Lock 2 13 Turn and Lane Change Signals 3 6 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3 5 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 4 44 U Underhood Fuse Block 5 100 Understanding Radio Reception 3 63 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 70 United States Customer Assistance 7 4 Used Replacement Wheels 5 73 Using Cleaner on Fabric 5 89 V Vehicle Control 4 5 Damage Warnings iv Load...

Page 358: ...5 36 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 71 Replacement 5 72 When to Add Engine Oil 5 14 When to Change Engine Oil GM Oil Life System 5 16 When to Check 5 65 When to Check and Change 5 19 When to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 36 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 4 45 Where to Put the Restraint 1 37 Why Safety Belts Work 1 7 Window Lock Out 2 16 Windows 2 15 Power 2 16 Windshield W...

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