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3. Unhook both of the engine air cleaner/filter cover

latches.

4. Move the cover out of the way.

5. Take out the engine air cleaner/filter and

remove any loose debris that may be found lying in
the base.

6. Install a new air filter element. See Normal

Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-13 for
the proper type.

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Summary of Contents for 2004 Seville

Page 1: ...arning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 37 Driver Information Center DIC 3 52 Trip Computer 3 74 Audio System s 3 75 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 29 Servic...

Page 2: ...se leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No 25755781 A First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 06 18 03 All Rights Reserved Canadian Owners You can obtain...

Page 3: ...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...

Page 4: ...bels 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...

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

Page 6: ...NOTES vi...

Page 7: ...raint 1 32 Top Strap 1 32 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 34 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 34 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 36 Securing a Child...

Page 8: ...t control forward or rearward to move the seat forward or rearward Power Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature the control is located on the outboard sides of the front seats Use the power seat cont...

Page 9: ...mates body temperature The HI setting heats the seat to a slightly higher temperature The heated seats can only be used when the ignition is turned on The heating elements in the seats automatically t...

Page 10: ...The shoulder belt can t do its job 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 for...

Page 11: ...nd 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 m...

Page 12: ...uckle 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 u...

Page 13: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 7...

Page 14: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 8...

Page 15: ...such good sense Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q Won t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I m wearing a safety belt A You could be whether you re wearing a safety belt or not...

Page 16: ...the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You m...

Page 17: ...know which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder bel...

Page 18: ...be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the be...

Page 19: ...loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury T...

Page 20: ...n 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 se...

Page 21: ...riously 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...

Page 22: ...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 w...

Page 23: ...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 i...

Page 24: ...ay as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the lap portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt g...

Page 25: ...lt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks The latch plates in each rear seating position vary in size If the center rear or the left rear latch plate is inserted...

Page 26: ...worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt...

Page 27: ...s something Pretensioners work only once If they activate in a crash you ll need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a C...

Page 28: ...r 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 fat...

Page 29: ...Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt can t properly spread the impact forces In a crash the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured A belt must be used by only one...

Page 30: ...ting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In eithe...

Page 31: ...c 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 cha...

Page 32: ...ntil a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenl...

Page 33: ...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 wit...

Page 34: ...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 chi...

Page 35: ...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...

Page 36: ...es 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...

Page 37: ...h 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 stra...

Page 38: ...ll go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in...

Page 39: ...be placed If you have an adjustable head restraint route the top strap under it CAUTION Each top tether bracket is designed to anchor only one child restraint Attaching more than one child restraint...

Page 40: ...r outboard position be sure to route the top strap under the head restraint The top strap anchor for the center rear seating position is located at the top of the seat In order to get to this bracket...

Page 41: ...s safety belts Instead it uses vehicle 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 In order to...

Page 42: ...d also the instructions in this manual Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 Find the LATCH anchorages for the seating position you want to use where the bottom of the seatback me...

Page 43: ...ATCH system you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child restraint when and a...

Page 44: ...To tighten the belt push down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a...

Page 45: ...ar facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the infl...

Page 46: ...h or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if yo...

Page 47: ...be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Supplemental Inflatable Restraint SIR This part explains the frontal and side impact Supplemental Inflatable Restraint SIR systems or air bag sy...

Page 48: ...re frontal and near frontal crashes They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants frontal air bags ma...

Page 49: ...ning control of the vehicle Front occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or kill...

Page 50: ...l The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light on page 3 41 for more information Where Are the Air...

Page 51: ...The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door 1 45...

Page 52: ...ot 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...

Page 53: ...designed threshold level The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design Side impact air bags are not designed to inflate in frontal or near frontal impacts rollovers or rear impacts becaus...

Page 54: ...to severe frontal or near frontal collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s frontal air bags and only in moderate to severe side collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s...

Page 55: ...protect you in another crash A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts Your vehicle is equipped with...

Page 56: ...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 Syst...

Page 57: ...g 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 damag...

Page 58: ...NOTES 1 52...

Page 59: ...Ignition Positions 2 25 Starting Your Engine 2 26 Engine Coolant Heater 2 27 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 28 Parking Brake 2 31 Shifting Into Park P 2 32 Shifting Out of Park P 2 34 Parking Over T...

Page 60: ...r Console Storage Area 2 49 Map Pocket 2 49 Assist Handles 2 49 Garment Hooks 2 49 Umbrella Holder 2 50 Floor Mats 2 50 Convenience Net 2 50 Sunroof 2 50 Vehicle Personalization 2 52 Memory Seat Mirro...

Page 61: ...or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move If they turned the ignition to ACC or ON and moved the shift lever...

Page 62: ...that came with the original keys Give this tag to your dealer if you need a new key made Any new PASS Key III key must be programmed before it will start your vehicle See PASS Key III on page 2 22 fo...

Page 63: ...use 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 decr...

Page 64: ...door is open You can program your vehicle so the parking lamps will not flash and the horn will not sound For more information see DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 63 W Unlock Press this button t...

Page 65: ...on page 3 63 and Memory Seat Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 2 52 Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking...

Page 66: ...re not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter 1 Use an object like a coin to pry open the transmitter 2 Once the transmitter is se...

Page 67: ...unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outs...

Page 68: ...y holding the key in the turned position for a few seconds or by quickly turning the door key twice in the lock cylinder Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the door panels ne...

Page 69: ...locks can be programmed through prompts displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC These prompts allow the driver to choose various lock and unlock settings For programming information see DIC Ve...

Page 70: ...ar door locks will now work normally Lockout Protection Leaving your key in any ignition position with any door open will disable the power door lock switches as well as the lock button on the remote...

Page 71: ...orce 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 35 Trunk Lock Rel...

Page 72: ...r into your vehicle Open all air ducts on the instrument panel Do not use the trunk lid tie down if you are towing a trailer because of the danger of CO Your vehicle may be equipped with a trunk lid t...

Page 73: ...handle located inside the trunk on the latch This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle upward to open the trunk from the inside Rear Seat Pass Through Door Your vehicle...

Page 74: ...e with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a ve...

Page 75: ...r RAP under Ignition Positions on page 2 25 Express Down Window This feature is on all power windows Press the down arrow on the switch to the second position to activate the express down feature If y...

Page 76: ...til the window is fully closed 4 Continue holding the switch up for approximately two seconds after the window is completely closed The window is now programmed Repeat the process for the other front...

Page 77: ...ockout feature is active To restore power to the rear windows press the button again The light on the button will go out Sun Visors Swing down the primary visor to block out glare It can also be detac...

Page 78: ...t deterrent system will not arm if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock It activates only if you use a power door lock with the door open or the remote keyless entry transmitter T...

Page 79: ...larm does not sound when it should check to see if the horn works The horn fuse may be blown To replace the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 97 If the fuse does not need to be replaced yo...

Page 80: ...Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment PASS Key III uses a radio frequency transponder in the key that mat...

Page 81: ...nly Canadian Owners If you lose or damage your keys only a GM dealer can service PASS Key III to have new keys made To program additional keys you will require two current driver s keys black in color...

Page 82: ...Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Do not drive...

Page 83: ...tional sunroof when the engine is off Use ACC if you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is off for example if your vehicle is being pushed or towed ON This is the position for driving S...

Page 84: ...arter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If it does not start within 10 seconds hold your key in START for about 10 seconds at...

Page 85: ...stick Fluid Fill Location In very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You will get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heat...

Page 86: ...cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you do not it could be damaged How long s...

Page 87: ...omatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P while the ignition key is in ON If you cannot shift the shift lever all the way...

Page 88: ...ice Driving your vehicle if you notice that it is moving slowly or not shifting gears as you increase speed may damage the transaxle Have your vehicle serviced right away You can drive in SECOND 2 whe...

Page 89: ...h the parking brake pedal down with your left foot If the ignition is on the brake system warning light on the instrument panel cluster should come on If it does not you need to have your vehicle serv...

Page 90: ...on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 37 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P by p...

Page 91: ...parking brake is firmly set before you leave it Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on th...

Page 92: ...RK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the pedal down but still cannot shift out of PARK P try the following 1 Turn the ignition key t...

Page 93: ...vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs...

Page 94: ...ne running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 24 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking b...

Page 95: ...ehind you At night when the glare is too bright the mirror will gradually darken to reduce glare This change may take a few seconds The mirror will return to its clear daytime state when the glare is...

Page 96: ...en this feature is active The automatic dimming feature is active each time the vehicle is started Compass Operation Press the on off button once to turn the compass on or off When the ignition and th...

Page 97: ...adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance do the following 1 Find the current location and variance zone number on the following z...

Page 98: ...cle and the area behind your vehicle The mirrors can be manually folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash To fold push the mirror toward the vehicle To return the mirro...

Page 99: ...be used This feature can be enabled disabled through the Driver Information Center DIC See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 63 for more information Outside Convex Mirror Your passenger s side mi...

Page 100: ...reement 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 Subscripti...

Page 101: ...Star 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 informativ...

Page 102: ...efer to use OnStar to make calls you must repeat the word phone again after the cellular phone ready prompt To end a communication session press the bottom part of the control that says END HomeLink T...

Page 103: ...k Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 198...

Page 104: ...e buttons until Step 4 has been completed Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to substitute Step 3 with the procedure noted in Gate Operator and Canadian Programming later in this...

Page 105: ...nd Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission This may not be long enough for HomeLink to pick up the sign...

Page 106: ...be reprogrammed See Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button next Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained follow these steps 1 P...

Page 107: ...ation are standard features For more information contact your dealer A user s guide is provided with the telephone Center Console Storage Area The center console comes with a storage tray a storage co...

Page 108: ...o not machine wash Convenience Net Your vehicle may be equipped with a convenience net The net attaches to the floor of the trunk Put small loads like grocery bags behind the net It can help keep them...

Page 109: ...he rear seat passengers more comfortable The glass panel may then be fully opened by pressing the ROOF switch again If you press and hold the ROOF switch in the express open position for more than one...

Page 110: ...ress the MEMORY SET button Release the MEMORY SET button when you hear a single beep 3 Within five seconds press button 1 for Driver 1 A single beep will sound through the driver s side front speaker...

Page 111: ...irst recalling the driving positions by pressing 1 or 2 or the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter 1 or 2 then positioning the steering wheel and seat in the desired exit positions T...

Page 112: ...NOTES 2 54...

Page 113: ...Panel Cluster 3 38 Speedometer and Odometer 3 39 Tachometer 3 40 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 41 Air Bag Readiness Light 3 41 Charging System Light 3 42 Brake System Warning and Parking Brake Indicat...

Page 114: ...adio System 3 95 Console Mounted CD Changer 3 95 Radio Personalization with Home and Away Feature 3 98 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 99 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 100 Radio Reception 3 100 Care of Yo...

Page 115: ...NOTES 3 3...

Page 116: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4...

Page 117: ...n Switch See Ignition Positions on page 2 25 I Air Outlet Thumbwheel See Outlet Adjustment on page 3 33 J Hazard Warning Flasher Button See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3 6 K Audio System See Audio...

Page 118: ...rning button is located on the center of the instrument panel between the two air vents Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position the key is in and even if the key is not in Press the...

Page 119: ...t wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can raise the steering wheel to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle The lever that al...

Page 120: ...will be a slight movement and a slight pause followed by a continuous movement in the direction the control is being pressed This allows very fine control of the steering wheel position If the contro...

Page 121: ...the turn or lane change Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change Hold it there until the lane change is complete The lever returns when it is released If the t...

Page 122: ...ets you use the high beam headlamps to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass Pull the turn signal lever toward you briefly to flash to pass When you do the following will occur If th...

Page 123: ...ver to its resting position OFF to turn off the wipers MIST Pull the lever down once and release it for a single wipe cycle For more cycles hold the lever down in the MIST position longer To wash the...

Page 124: ...his allows more rain or snow to collect on the windshield between wipes Turning the INT ADJ band away from you to the higher sensitivity levels allows less rain or snow to collect on the windshield be...

Page 125: ...reaches a low level Cruise Control With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This is helpful on long trips Cruise contr...

Page 126: ...ise control The buttons to operate cruise control are located on the steering wheel 1 Press CRUISE ON OFF located on the bottom left of the steering wheel to turn cruise control on An indicator light...

Page 127: ...to a higher speed Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed Press SET CST then release it and the accelerator pedal You will now cruise at the higher speed Press RES ACC Hold it there until...

Page 128: ...take you out of cruise control If you need to apply the brake or shift to a lower gear due to the grade of the downhill slope you may not want to attempt to use your cruise control feature Ending Crui...

Page 129: ...ss Wiper Activated Headlamps This feature activates the headlamps and parking lamps after the windshield wipers have been in use for about six seconds To operate the Twilight Sentinel feature must be...

Page 130: ...tion will occur When the Twilight Sentinel lever is on and it is bright enough outside the regular lamps will go off and the high beam headlamps at reduced brightness will take over If you start your...

Page 131: ...amps on When the ignition is on and you press the fog lamp button a small indicator light in the fog lamp button the LIGHTS ON and fog lamp indicator lights on the instrument panel cluster will come o...

Page 132: ...ever so it is barely on the lamps will go off quickly when you turn the ignition switch out of OFF You can adjust the delay time from only a few seconds to about three minutes If it is dark enough out...

Page 133: ...headlamps have been left on the exterior lamps will turn off approximately ten minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF This protects against draining the battery in case you have accidentally left...

Page 134: ...rior lamp lever located in the overhead console has three positions OFF AUTO and ON When the interior lamp lever is in OFF the lamps are turned off Only the driver s door controls and ignition switch...

Page 135: ...turning the instrument panel brightness knob counterclockwise to dim and clockwise to brighten lighting Reading Lamps The front reading lamps are located in the overhead console These lamps and the in...

Page 136: ...off after 10 minutes three minutes if a new car has 15 miles 24 km or less Power will be restored for an additional 10 minutes if any door is opened the trunk is opened or the courtesy lamp switch is...

Page 137: ...ow that the system is working If your vehicle is moving in REVERSE R at a speed greater than 3 mph 5 km h the red light will flash to remind you the system does not work at this speed The first time a...

Page 138: ...e Always look behind you being sure to check for other vehicles obstructions and blind spots Accessory Power Outlets Your vehicle is equipped with accessory power outlets The outlets can be used to pl...

Page 139: ...ay is located below the climate control system on the instrument panel Press on the lower edge of the cover to access the ashtray To clean the ashtray lift it out by pulling on the snuffer Rear Ashtra...

Page 140: ...to heat or cool any faster If you set the system at the warmest temperature setting the system will remain in manual mode at that temperature and it will not go into automatic mode In cold weather th...

Page 141: ...ximately 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 directed toward the windshield In automatic operation cooler ai...

Page 142: ...this button to override the automatic system and turn the air conditioning system on or off When in AUTO the air conditioning compressor will come on automatically as necessary On hot days open the wi...

Page 143: ...ulation mode will also be activated as necessary Do not cover the solar sensor located in the middle of the instrument panel near the windshield or the system will not work properly There is also an o...

Page 144: ...tically turn off recirculation and run the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing Recirculation cannot be selected while in the defrost mode Do not drive th...

Page 145: ...of air into your vehicle Use of non GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air insid...

Page 146: ...or the rear seat passengers For more information on how to use the climate control system see Dual Climate Control System on page 3 28 For more information on the air outlets see Outlet Adjustment on...

Page 147: ...ith an access panel under the instrument panel near the accelerator pedal Reductions in airflow which may occur more quickly in dusty areas indicate that the filter needs to be replaced The filter als...

Page 148: ...on your transmitter press the unlock button on your remote keyless entry transmitter and put the ignition in ACC or ON The settings will be recalled To change the stored settings do the following 1 S...

Page 149: ...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...

Page 150: ...signed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going how much fuel you are using and many of the other things you will need to know to drive safely and e...

Page 151: ...der to change from one mode to the other press the A B portion of the TRIP button By pressing the bottom of this button you can tell how many miles have been recorded on either Trip A or Trip B since...

Page 152: ...re prevents your vehicle from exceeding speeds that the tires are not rated for When this happens the engine s fuel supply is shut off When the vehicle speed slows the fuel supply will come on again T...

Page 153: ...ver s belt is already buckled the light will come on briefly but the chime will not sound Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG or the...

Page 154: ...r others have your vehicle serviced right away if the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignitio...

Page 155: ...ome on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake does not fully release If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem C...

Page 156: ...tor Light on page 3 43 The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn...

Page 157: ...As a check the light should come on for a few seconds when you start your engine If this light comes on and stays on you should stop your vehicle and turn the engine off as soon as possible A warning...

Page 158: ...vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Notice If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission c...

Page 159: ...llowing If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light r...

Page 160: ...and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent...

Page 161: ...w the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil This light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure The light goes on when you turn your key to ON or START...

Page 162: ...out the fog lamps see Fog Lamps under Exterior Lamps on page 3 16 Lights On Reminder This light comes on whenever the parking lamps are on so that you know that your exterior lamps are on Cruise Contr...

Page 163: ...DIC and a single chime will sound Here are a few concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage All of these situations are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage At t...

Page 164: ...NGINE OIL LIFE TRANS FLUID LIFE PHONE Option and FEATURE PROGRAMMING and Blank Display INFO Information RESET Pressing this button will reset the MPG AVG GAL FUEL USED AVG MPH TIMER ENGINE OIL LIFE an...

Page 165: ...the INFO button to exit from the TIMER display ENGINE OIL LIFE Press the INFO button to display ENGINE OIL LIFE then press and hold the INFO RESET button until 100 ENGINE OIL LIFE is displayed This o...

Page 166: ...TIRE If Equipped On vehicles equipped with the tire pressure monitor this message shows the tire pressure for each tire left front right front left rear and right rear Pressing the INFO button will s...

Page 167: ...ccessories to allow the battery to recharge BATTERY VOLTAGE HIGH 8 This message shows that the electrical charging system is overcharging more than 16 volts To avoid being stranded have the electrical...

Page 168: ...This message will appear when the fuel supply is less than 5 gallons 18 9 L and the display is turned off A single chime will also sound when this message is displayed CHECK GAS CAP 61 This message wi...

Page 169: ...w you should stop as soon as possible and inspect your tire s for damage If a tire is flat see If a Tire Goes Flat on page 5 77 Once the TPM system detects the low or high tire pressure condition the...

Page 170: ...an continue to drive your vehicle If this message continues to appear have the system repaired as soon as possible to avoid compressor damage ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE 42 This message will appear...

Page 171: ...for this message to display A chime will sound if the vehicle s speed is greater than 3 mph 5 km h SERVICE AC SYSTEM 14 This message appears when the electronic sensors that control the air condition...

Page 172: ...usually restarts however you may want to take your vehicle to your dealer before turning off the engine SERVICE TPM SYSTEM 51 When this message is displayed the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM system is not...

Page 173: ...our vehicle TOP SPEED FUEL CUT OFF 111 This message will appear when the Powertrain Control Module PCM detects that the maximum speed for your vehicle has been reached The speed of your vehicle will s...

Page 174: ...is message is displayed Climate Controls and Radio System Personalization These features allow both drivers to personalize their own climate control settings as well as their radio settings For more i...

Page 175: ...the ability to program additional personalization features the driver s preferences are recalled by pressing the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter or by pressing the appropriate m...

Page 176: ...nt mode do the following 1 Enter FEATURE PROGRAMMING following the instructions listed previously 2 Press the down arrow on the INFO button until REMOTE RECALL MEMORY appears on the DIC display 3 To t...

Page 177: ...your vehicle has the optional memory package you will have this feature This feature will move the driver s seat to the previously programmed exit position when the ignition is turned off and the driv...

Page 178: ...n the DIC display To turn it off press the ON OFF button until OFF appears on the display The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later...

Page 179: ...des Mode 1 ON Mode 2 OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory it was programmed to Mode 1 The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory To de...

Page 180: ...e display The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Exterior L...

Page 181: ...was shipped from the factory it was programmed to Mode 1 The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory To determine the mode to which the vehicle is prog...

Page 182: ...the DIC display To turn it off press the ON OFF button until OFF appears on the display The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in...

Page 183: ...programmed to Mode 1 The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory To determine the mode to which the vehicle is programmed or to program the vehicle to...

Page 184: ...ng mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Mirror to Curb In Reverse If your vehicle has the optional memory package you will hav...

Page 185: ...o be displayed on the DIC See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 55 for more information Programmable Modes Mode 1 ON Mode 2 OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory it was programmed to...

Page 186: ...now when to change the engine oil It is based on the engine oil temperatures and your driving patterns To see the display press the INFO button several times until ENGINE OIL LIFE appears If you see 9...

Page 187: ...at went into it Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP you can play your audio system even after the ignition is turned off See Retained Accessory Power RAP under Igni...

Page 188: ...the system on and off VOL Volume Turn this knob to increase or to decrease volume Finding a Station BAND Press this button to select weather FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 48 contiguous US states if equipp...

Page 189: ...if equipped by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press BAND to select weather FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbut...

Page 190: ...LEVEL to select a PTY 3 Once the desired PTY is displayed press either TUNE SEEK arrow to select the PTY and take you to the PTY s first station 4 If you want to go to another station within that PTY...

Page 191: ...uld return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay Your radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Channel O...

Page 192: ...receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle servic...

Page 193: ...quality of the music that has been recorded and the way 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...

Page 194: ...radio and the ignition off CD Messages If the CD comes out 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 v...

Page 195: ...correct information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name or the call letters will appe...

Page 196: ...sed to two positions Press this button to the first position to tune to the next or to the previous frequency If this button is held at the first position for a few seconds the radio will continue tun...

Page 197: ...pplied you will not have to reset your radio presets because the radio remembers them Setting the Tone Bass Treble TONE Press and release this button until BASS TREBLE or MIDRANGE appears on the displ...

Page 198: ...terial Rear seat passengers in the vehicle may not get the same effect AMBIENCE This setting is used to enhance the stereo effect SPACIOUS This setting is used to make the listening space seem larger...

Page 199: ...t announcements TA Traffic If TA appears on the display the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements and when a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it If the curr...

Page 200: ...XM 48 contiguous US states if equipped press the MSG button while in XM mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel Artist Name Feature Song Progra...

Page 201: ...uld return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay Your radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Channel O...

Page 202: ...receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle servic...

Page 203: ...ined tape symbol TAPE PLAY will appear on the display when a tape is playing with an arrow to indicate which side of the tape is playing Your cassette tape player automatically reduces background nois...

Page 204: ...Eject Press this button located to the right of the cassette tape slot to stop a tape when it is playing or to eject a tape when it is not playing Eject may be activated with the radio and the igniti...

Page 205: ...due to CD R quality the method of recording the quality of the music that has been recorded and the way the CD R has been handled You may experience an increase in skipping difficulty in finding track...

Page 206: ...e listening Z Eject Press this button located to the right of the CD slot to stop a CD when it is playing or to eject a CD when it is not playing Eject may be activated with the radio off and or the i...

Page 207: ...his system see the Navigation System manual Console Mounted CD Changer With the CD changer you can play up to six CDs continuously Normal size CDs may be played using the trays supplied in the magazin...

Page 208: ...to the changer in the direction of the arrow marked on top of the magazine Close the door by sliding it all the way to the right When the door is closed the changer will begin checking for CDs in the...

Page 209: ...ithin a track 4 FF FF Fast Forward Press and hold this button to advance quickly within a track 5 DISC 5 Press this pushbutton to select the next CD in the changer Each time you press this button LOAD...

Page 210: ...and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Radio Personalization with Home and Away Feature If DRIVER 1 HOME or AWAY PRESETS or DRIVER 2 HOME or AWAY PRESETS appears in the display when...

Page 211: ...ower is removed and later applied you will not have to reset your home radio presets because the radio remembers them However you will have to reset your away radio presets Theft Deterrent Feature THE...

Page 212: ...Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like s...

Page 213: ...ases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they are not they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after ev...

Page 214: ...aner The use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After you clean the player press and hold the eject button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN TAPE indicator The r...

Page 215: ...ials will not be covered by your warranty Notice Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the front windshield and rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp T...

Page 216: ...NOTES 3 104...

Page 217: ...ntrol 4 14 Driving at Night 4 15 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 16 City Driving 4 19 Freeway Driving 4 20 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 21 Highway Hypnosis 4 22 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 22 Wint...

Page 218: ...and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts fr...

Page 219: ...people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if someone plans to drive It is a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situati...

Page 220: ...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...

Page 221: ...if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go They are the brakes the steering and the acc...

Page 222: ...raking 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 ke...

Page 223: ...out to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The compute...

Page 224: ...ing Traction Control System TCS Your vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one o...

Page 225: ...f if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud or snow and rocking the vehicle is required See Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out under If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 28 To turn the...

Page 226: ...tion you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you are in a curve speed is the one factor you can c...

Page 227: ...s and stops right in front of you You can avoid these problems by braking if you can stop in time But sometimes you can not there is not room That is the time for evasive action steering around the pr...

Page 228: ...ther vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a b...

Page 229: ...es are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone is not trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the...

Page 230: ...id is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If y...

Page 231: ...oad 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...

Page 232: ...tedly 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 s...

Page 233: ...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 ca...

Page 234: ...eep 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...

Page 235: ...y 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...

Page 236: ...e a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the...

Page 237: ...y Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it is ready to go If it needs service have it done before sta...

Page 238: ...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 ventil...

Page 239: ...hill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or...

Page 240: ...l 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 un...

Page 241: ...ing on a slippery road Even though your vehicle has a traction control system you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 8 Your...

Page 242: ...some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow Put on...

Page 243: ...nd check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your eng...

Page 244: ...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 transaxl...

Page 245: ...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 t...

Page 246: ...anufacturer 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 profession...

Page 247: ...e can carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may...

Page 248: ...your vehicle can properly carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight If your vehicle has the Tire and Loading Information label Example 1 the label is attached to the center pillar near t...

Page 249: ...in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For e...

Page 250: ...nt Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Sub...

Page 251: ...ting positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Label The other label is the Certification label found on the rea...

Page 252: ...ools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they will keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can s...

Page 253: ...the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fu...

Page 254: ...hicle wear in at the heavier loads Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer Do not drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on you...

Page 255: ...udes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle...

Page 256: ...weight distributing hitch and sway control of the proper size This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you are driving Will you have to make any holes in the...

Page 257: ...in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform and attachments safet...

Page 258: ...shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle may need a different tur...

Page 259: ...g system may temporarily overheat See Engine Overheating on page 5 26 Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your ri...

Page 260: ...lling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid do not overfill engine oil drive belt cooling syst...

Page 261: ...5 26 Cooling System 5 29 Power Steering Fluid 5 36 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 37 Brakes 5 38 Battery 5 41 Jump Starting 5 43 Headlamp Aiming 5 49 Headlamp Horizontal Aiming 5 51 Headlamp Vertical Aimi...

Page 262: ...5 92 Finish Damage 5 92 Underbody Maintenance 5 93 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 93 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 94 Vehicle Identification 5 95 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 95 Service Parts...

Page 263: ...this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 12 Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servi...

Page 264: ...washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle Gasolin...

Page 265: ...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 stat...

Page 266: ...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 gasol...

Page 267: ...r fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep c...

Page 268: ...oor release strap is located inside the trunk on the driver s side of the vehicle Pull the strap to release the fuel door While refueling hang the fuel cap by the tether from the hook on the fuel door...

Page 269: ...r a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosph...

Page 270: ...ill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Und...

Page 271: ...lower left side of the instrument panel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release which is located below the front grille 3 Move the release lever to the left as you r...

Page 272: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood you will see 5 12...

Page 273: ...ure Cap on page 5 26 and Cooling System on page 5 29 Engine Oil If the CHECK OIL LEVEL message appears on the instrument cluster it means you need to check your engine oil level right away For more in...

Page 274: ...o not add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Ove...

Page 275: ...kness 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...

Page 276: ...ions 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...

Page 277: ...as not reset Repeat the procedure The percentage of oil life remaining may be checked at any time by pressing the INFO button until ENGINE OIL LIFE is displayed on the DIC For more information on the...

Page 278: ...000 miles 40 000 km How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the...

Page 279: ...ches 4 Move the cover out of the way 5 Take out the engine air cleaner filter and remove any loose debris that may be found lying in the base 6 Install a new air filter element See Normal Maintenance...

Page 280: ...tice If the air cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you are...

Page 281: ...driving When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C At high speed for quite a while In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be a...

Page 282: ...ne air cleaner filter assembly to reach the transaxle fluid cap turn the cap counterclockwise to remove Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way...

Page 283: ...and turn the handle clockwise Reinstall the engine air cleaner filter assembly How to Reset the Transaxle Fluid Change Indicator Once the transaxle fluid has been changed the transaxle fluid change i...

Page 284: ...anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s co...

Page 285: ...radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a...

Page 286: ...NE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE message displayed in the Driver Information Center DIC You will also hear a chime There is also an engine temperature warning light and or gage on the instrument panel cluste...

Page 287: ...cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly bu...

Page 288: ...le stopped If it safe to do so pull of the road shift to PARK P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle 2 Set the temperature control to the highest heat setting and open the windows as necessary If you...

Page 289: ...g Fans 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 t...

Page 290: ...d other engine parts can be very hot Do not touch them If you do you can be burned Do not run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine f...

Page 291: ...occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in your vehicle How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you have not found a problem y...

Page 292: ...you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant su...

Page 293: ...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...

Page 294: ...he pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left until it first stops Do not press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure le...

Page 295: ...mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches at or above the fill mark at the forward edge of the surge tank 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and ful...

Page 296: ...tem inspected and repaired How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off let the engine compartment cool down wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dip...

Page 297: ...ssenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for reservoir location Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full Notice When using co...

Page 298: ...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...

Page 299: ...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 miner...

Page 300: ...d 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...

Page 301: ...n 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 Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories con...

Page 302: ...ack negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you are not caref...

Page 303: ...tems 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 are not touching each other If they are it could cause a g...

Page 304: ...e rear underseat fuse block Lift the red plastic cap to access the terminal The remote negative terminal is located near the power steering fluid reservoir It is marked GND See Engine Compartment Over...

Page 305: ...and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables do not...

Page 306: ...ry Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal location of the vehicle with the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if...

Page 307: ...run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumper cables are removed in the wrong orde...

Page 308: ...h 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 t...

Page 309: ...fected Aim adjustment to the low beam may be necessary if it is difficult to see lane markers for horizontal aim or if oncoming drivers flash their high beams at you for vertical aim If you believe yo...

Page 310: ...s being done The vehicle should be normally loaded with a full tank of fuel and one person or 160 lbs 75 kg on the driver s seat Tires should be properly inflated Start the vehicle and rock it to leve...

Page 311: ...ertical aim Headlamp Vertical Aiming Notice Horizontal aiming must be performed before making any adjustments to the vertical aim Adjusting the vertical aim first will result in an incorrect headlamp...

Page 312: ...t cover a headlamp to improve beam cut off when aiming Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build up which may cause damage to the headlamp 4 Turn on the low beam headlamps and place a piece o...

Page 313: ...ny bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting CAUTION The low beam high intensity discharge lighting system operates at a very high vo...

Page 314: ...ad and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the upper filler panel by loosening all the screws and then removing the grommets 3 Remove the two bolts fastening...

Page 315: ...5 To replace the low beam bulb first remove the rubber housing cover on the rear of the lamp 6 Then turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to unlock the socket from the lamp housing 5 55...

Page 316: ...lb socket 8 After removing the wiring harness connector from the headlamp bulb socket replace the bulb assembly Reconnect it to the wiring harness and reinstall the headlamp bulb assembly back into th...

Page 317: ...ler panel by inserting the grommets along with the screws back into the holes Front Turn Signal Lamps 1 The turn signal lamps are located on the outboard side of the headlamps To access remove the hea...

Page 318: ...partment sill plate by removing the upper convenience net retainers located at each end as shown 3 Move the spare tire cover out of the way 4 Pull the trunk trim away to access the wing nuts 5 Remove...

Page 319: ...ll the bulb out Once you have replaced the burned out bulb reverse the steps to reassemble the lamp assembly Replacement Bulbs For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer Exterior Lamp Bulb Numbe...

Page 320: ...wiper blade assembly on a regular basis or when worn For proper windshield wiper blade length and type see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 13 To replace the wiper blade assembly do the...

Page 321: ...tinued 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 shou...

Page 322: ...the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C Department of Transportation DOT The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance...

Page 323: ...factors treadwear traction and temperature resistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5 74 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the ma...

Page 324: ...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 and Loading Your Vehicle on...

Page 325: ...adial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service Description The...

Page 326: ...d and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 GAWR RR Gross...

Page 327: ...aximum speed at which a tire can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Tread...

Page 328: ...on the Tire Loading Information label Example You ll find maximum load and inflation pressure molded on the tire s sidewall in small letters near the rim flange It will read something like this Maxim...

Page 329: ...age Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor TPM that sends tire pressure information to...

Page 330: ...tires for damage If a tire is flat see If a Tire Goes Flat on page 5 77 Notice Do not use a tire sealant if your vehicle is equipped with Tire Pressure Monitors The liquid sealant can damage the tire...

Page 331: ...rotated every 5 000 to 8 000 miles 8 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When...

Page 332: ...mergency 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 See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index When It I...

Page 333: ...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...

Page 334: ...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 controlle...

Page 335: ...parately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you t...

Page 336: ...in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedomet...

Page 337: ...e tire chains 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 w...

Page 338: ...your vehicle only for changing a flat tire If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further...

Page 339: ...is in the trunk Instructions for changing your tires are on the inside of the tire cover located in your trunk To gain access to the instructions spare tire and jacking equipment do the following 1 Pr...

Page 340: ...olds the wrench and jack 4 Remove the wheel wrench jack and compact spare tire from the trunk See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 87 for more information about the compact spare tire The tools you will b...

Page 341: ...not remove them yet 2 Find the jacking location from the diagram above and corresponding hoisting notches located in the plastic molding The front location is 9 0 inches 23 cm from the rear edge of th...

Page 342: ...ry and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 3 Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the jack lift head until the jack fits unde...

Page 343: ...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 bru...

Page 344: ...he nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 11 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 12 Tighten the whee...

Page 345: ...acities and Specifications in the index for the wheel nut torque specification Do not try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire It will not fit Store the wheel cover and lug nut caps in the...

Page 346: ...ollision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the 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 Se...

Page 347: ...the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Do not use your compact spare on other vehicles And do not mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires They will not fit K...

Page 348: ...ee Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 94 Here are some cleaning tips Always read the instructions on the cleaner label Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set Carefully scrape off...

Page 349: ...eaning Interior Plastic Components Use on a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish Cleaning Wood Panels Use a clean cloth moistened in...

Page 350: ...lor 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 t...

Page 351: ...roppings 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...

Page 352: ...brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with tire cleaner Notice Using petroleum based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damag...

Page 353: ...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 f...

Page 354: ...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...

Page 355: ...he 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 Servi...

Page 356: ...s an individual fuse An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have the headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The...

Page 357: ...icle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can The fuses are located in two fuse blocks one locate...

Page 358: ...tion 1 Fuses Usage 12 Fog Lamps 13 Transmission 14 Cruise Control 15 Coil MDL 16 Injector Bank 2 17 Not Used 18 Not Used 19 Powertrain Control Module Ignition 20 Oxygen Sensor 21 Injector Bank 1 22 Au...

Page 359: ...d in number 53 Removing the Rear Seat Cushion Notice If you touch the exposed wires with the metal on the seat cushion you could cause a short that could damage the battery and or wires Avoid contact...

Page 360: ...re that the safety belts are properly routed and are not twisted 1 Buckle the center passenger position safety belt then route the safety belts through the proper slots in the seat cushion Do not let...

Page 361: ...d previously in this section To access the fuses push in the two tabs located at each end of the fuse block cover Then lift the cover off Fuses Usage 1 Fuel Pump 2 Heater Ventilation Air Conditioner B...

Page 362: ...oof 23 Not Used 24 Not Used 25 Passenger Door Module 26 Fuel Door Trunk Release Body 27 Interior Lamps Fuses Usage 28 Rear HVAC Blower 29 Ignition Switch 30 Not Used 31 Heated Seat Right Front 32 Magn...

Page 363: ...Lamps 55 Automatic Level Control Compressor Circuit Breakers Usage 56 Power Seats 57 Power Windows Relays Usage 58 Cigarette Lighter 59 Rear Defog Fuses Usage 60 Park Brake 61 Rear Defog 62 Export Bra...

Page 364: ...050 inches 1 3 mm 1 2 7 3 4 5 6 8 Capacities and Specifications Application Capacities English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Use Refrigerant Oil R134a Systems 2 2 lbs 1 0 kg Cooling System...

Page 365: ...ed 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...

Page 366: ...ry to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenanc...

Page 367: ...driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 4 The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 should be performed when indi...

Page 368: ...GM Goodwrench dealer has GM trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally you must servic...

Page 369: ...wear See Tires on page 5 61 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 Re...

Page 370: ...ks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 An Emission Control Service Throttle body service An Emission Con...

Page 371: ...ation a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is recommended at least once a year d Visually inspect wiper blades...

Page 372: ...fluid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired and the fluid level checked Add fluid if needed l Inspect throttle body bore and valve plates for depos...

Page 373: ...n cassette tape player Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play See Audio System s on page 3 75 for further details At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this...

Page 374: ...iately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the ON position but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with...

Page 375: ...e 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 vehic...

Page 376: ...asher Solvent Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Power Steer...

Page 377: ...an be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number AC Delco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter Element 25099149 A1208C Engine Oil Filter 89017342 PF61 Fuel Filter Element 25121293 GF 627 Spark Plu...

Page 378: ...med 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...

Page 379: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 15...

Page 380: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16...

Page 381: ...with Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Service 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States G...

Page 382: ...Canada Customer 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 P...

Page 383: ...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...

Page 384: ...o Cadillac s Customer Assistance Center United States Customer Assistance Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P O Box 33169 Detroit MI 48232 5169 1 800 458 8006 1 800 833 2...

Page 385: ...you up to 1 000 toward eligible aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with f...

Page 386: ...at no charge for any warranty covered situation and for a nominal charge if the Cadillac is no longer under warranty Roadside Service is available only in the United States and Canada Cadillac Owner...

Page 387: ...h Impaired Roadside Service is prepared to assist owners who have hearing difficulties or are speech impaired Cadillac has installed special telecommunication devices called Text Telephone TTY in the...

Page 388: ...an generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait Cadillac helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options Depending on the circumstances your de...

Page 389: ...erage 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 cov...

Page 390: ...Module SDM in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated such as engine speed brake applications throttle position vehicle speed seat belt usage air...

Page 391: ...afety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway...

Page 392: ...sistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P O Box 33169 Detroit MI 48232 5169 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write Customer Communication Centre 163 0...

Page 393: ...clude the Maintenance Schedule for all models Owner s Manual RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To req...

Page 394: ...NOTES 7 14...

Page 395: ...icle 5 90 Finish Damage 5 92 Sheet Metal Damage 5 92 Underbody Maintenance 5 93 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 94 Appearance Care cont Weatherstrips 5 90 Ashtrays 3 27 Assist Handles 2 49 Audio S...

Page 396: ...ps and Turn Signal Lamps 5 58 Buying New Tires 5 73 C Cadillac Owner Privileges 7 6 California Fuel 5 5 Canada Customer Assistance 7 4 Canadian Owners ii Capacities and Specifications 5 104 Carbon Mon...

Page 397: ...aning Fabric Carpet 5 88 Cleaning Glass Surfaces 5 89 Cleaning Interior Plastic Components 5 89 Cleaning Leather 5 89 Cleaning the Mirror 2 37 2 40 Cleaning the Speaker Covers 5 89 Cleaning the Top of...

Page 398: ...Defensive Driving 4 2 Defogging and Defrosting 3 32 Dinghy Towing 4 30 Display Mode 3 39 Diversity Antenna System 3 103 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 3 Dolly Towing 4 31 Door Central Door Unlocking Sy...

Page 399: ...ograms 3 48 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 18 Battery 5 41 Check and Service Engine Soon Light 3 46 Engine cont Coolant 5 23 Coolant Heater 2 27 Coolant Temperature Gage 3 45 Coolant Temperature Warning...

Page 400: ...nt Ashtray 3 27 Fuel 5 4 Additives 5 6 California Fuel 5 5 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 5 10 Filling Your Tank 5 7 Fuel cont Fuels in Foreign Countries 5 6 Gage 3 51 Gasoline Octane 5 4 Gasoline...

Page 401: ...rge Tank 5 31 How to Add Fluid 5 23 How to Check 5 21 5 69 How to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 36 How to Reset the Transaxle Fluid Change Indicator 5 23 How to Use This Manual ii How to Wear Safety Be...

Page 402: ...3 43 Light cont Charging System 3 42 Cruise Control 3 50 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 3 45 Fog Lamp 3 50 Lights On Reminder 3 50 Malfunction Indicator 3 46 Oil Pressure 3 49 Safety Belt Reminde...

Page 403: ...Map Pocket 2 49 Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle 2 7 Memory Mirrors 2 52 Memory Seat 2 52 Memory Steering Wheel Controls 2 52 Message DIC Warnings and Messages 3 55 Mexico Central America and C...

Page 404: ...rotection Operating Mode 5 26 Overseas Customer Assistance 7 5 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Owners Canadian ii Owner s Information 7 13 P Parade Dimming 3 23 Park Aid 3 24 Park P Shifting Into 2 32 S...

Page 405: ...ios cont Radio with Cassette and CD 3 83 Radio with CD 3 76 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS 3 75 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems RDS 3 75 Theft Deterrent...

Page 406: ...1 50 Replacing Parts 1 51 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 25 Right Front Passenger Position Safety Belts 1 18 Roadside Service 7 6 Roadside Service Availability 7 7 Roadside Service for the Hearing or...

Page 407: ...85 Sheet Metal Damage 5 92 Shifting Into Park P 2 32 Shifting Out of Park P 2 34 Skidding 4 14 Some Other Rainy Weather Tips 4 18 Specifications Capacities 5 104 Speedometer 3 39 Starting Your Engine...

Page 408: ...ons 5 65 Tires 5 61 Buying New Tires 5 73 Chains 5 77 Tires cont Changing a Flat Tire 5 78 Compact Spare Tire 5 87 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 77 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 68 Inspection and Rotation 5 71 Pr...

Page 409: ...brella Holder 2 50 Underhood Fuse Block 5 97 Understanding Radio Reception 3 100 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 74 United States Customer Assistance 7 4 Used Replacement Wheels 5 76 Using Digital Sign...

Page 410: ...hen to Add Engine Oil 5 14 When to Change Engine Oil GM Oil Life System 5 16 When to Check 5 68 When to Check and Change 5 20 When to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 36 When You Are Ready to Leave After...

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