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Instrument Panel Cluster

Your instrument panel cluster and Driver Information Center (DIC) are designed to let you know at a glance how the
vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you have left and many other things
you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically. The instrument panel cluster indicator warning lights, gages and
DIC messages are explained on the following pages.

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Summary of Contents for 2004 XLR

Page 1: ...Lights Gages and Indicators 3 41 Driver Information Center DIC 3 57 Trip Computer 3 72 Audio System s 3 72 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 32 Service and...

Page 2: ...please leave 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...

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 vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle v...

Page 6: ...NOTES vi...

Page 7: ...int Systems 1 23 Top Strap 1 27 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 27 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 29 Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenge...

Page 8: ...front portion of the cushion up or down Move the rear of the control up or down to adjust the rear portion of the cushion up or down Lift up or push down on the whole control to move the entire seat u...

Page 9: ...r seating position changes as it may during long trips so should the position of your lumbar support Adjust the seat as needed Heated and Cooled Seats The buttons for the heated and cooled seats are l...

Page 10: ...you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passenger s belt is fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle...

Page 11: ...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 vehi...

Page 12: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 6...

Page 13: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 7...

Page 14: ...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...

Page 15: ...ious 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...

Page 16: ...et it get twisted The lap 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 Pus...

Page 17: ...pelvic bones And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt...

Page 18: ...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 19: ...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 20: ...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 21: ...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 22: ...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 23: ...buckle end of the safety belts for the driver and right front passenger They help the safety belts reduce a person s forward movement in a moderate to severe crash in which the front of the vehicle hi...

Page 24: ...raint 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...

Page 25: ...lt must be used by only one person at a time Q What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the chil...

Page 26: ...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 o...

Page 27: ...240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured o...

Page 28: ...will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a part...

Page 29: ...e child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that s unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured...

Page 30: ...f the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body wit...

Page 31: ...restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on child...

Page 32: ...lacement copy from the manufacturer The child restraint must be secured properly in the passenger seat If you want to secure a rear facing child restraint in the passenger s seat turn off the passenge...

Page 33: ...Others require that the top strap be anchored Also a national or local law may require that the top strap be anchored If your child restraint top strap must be anchored then don t use the restraint i...

Page 34: ...child seat has the necessary attachments A B However your vehicle does not have a third anchor called a top strap or tether anchor C If the instructions that come with the child seat say that it must...

Page 35: ...ld Restraint Designed for the LATCH System or Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position in the Index for information on how to secure a child restraint in your vehicle Securing a Child...

Page 36: ...gh it is turned off We therefore recommend that rear facing child restraints be transported in vehicles with a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint whenever possible CAUTION C...

Page 37: ...has one 4 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint disconnect the anchor points Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat...

Page 38: ...unless the passenger s air bag has been turned off Even though the AIR BAG OFF switch is designed to turn off the passenger s air bags under certain conditions no system is fail safe and no one can gu...

Page 39: ...vehicle if a national or local law requires that the top strap be anchored or if the instructions that come with the restraint say that the top strap must be anchored If your child restraint does not...

Page 40: ...elt 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...

Page 41: ...facing child restraint turn on the passenger s air bags when you remove the rear facing child restraint from the vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger air bag...

Page 42: ...your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Air bags are designed to work with safety belts but do not replace them Frontal air bags f...

Page 43: ...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 44: ...symbol 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 44 for more information Where Are th...

Page 45: ...The 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 39...

Page 46: ...late 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 ba...

Page 47: ...ers rear impacts or in many side impacts because inflation would not help the occupant Vehicles with dual stage air bags are also equipped with seat position sensors which enable the sensing system to...

Page 48: ...toward the air bag Side impact air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including frontal or near frontal collisions rollovers and rear impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is...

Page 49: ...hem the air bag system will not be there to help 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...

Page 50: ...commodate a rear facing infant seat or the infant has a medical condition which according to the infant s physician makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can c...

Page 51: ...ag and allowing the passenger even if belted to hit the dashboard or windshield in a crash CAUTION If the passenger s air bags are turned off for a person who is not in a risk group identified by the...

Page 52: ...tch to the off position The AIR BAG OFF light on the center console will come on to let you know that the passenger s air bags are off The passenger s air bags will remain off until you turn them back...

Page 53: ...To turn the passenger s air bags on again insert your vehicle key into the switch push in and move the switch to the on position United States Canada 1 47...

Page 54: ...yellow tape or yellow connectors They are probably part of 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...

Page 55: ...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...

Page 56: ...NOTES 1 50...

Page 57: ...of Park P 2 30 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 31 Engine Exhaust 2 31 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 32 Mirrors 2 33 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar 2 33 Outside Power Heate...

Page 58: ...left in the vehicle A child 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 started the engine and moved th...

Page 59: ...to send a command to unlock your vehicle if needed If the vehicle battery is dead On Star will be unable to unlock the vehicle See OnStar System on page 2 35 for more information Keyless Access Syste...

Page 60: ...eration on page 2 4 Check to make sure that an electronic device such as a cellular phone or lap top computer is not causing interference If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified...

Page 61: ...dealer Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not work with your vehicle Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmitters matched to it To match a new transmitte...

Page 62: ...CC TO LEARN again 9 Press the OFF ACCESSORY button 10 The DIC will read WAIT 10 MINUTES and will count down to zero one minute at a time 11 The DIC will display OFF ACC TO LEARN again 12 Press the OFF...

Page 63: ...icle in PARK P or NEUTRAL N press the brake pedal and the START button Although this will start the vehicle it is recommended that you replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible The DIC may d...

Page 64: ...ked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening To lock or unlock your vehicle from the outside use the keyless access transmitter and press th...

Page 65: ...d on the floor next to each seat Pull the handle up to unlock and unlatch the door If you are outside the vehicle there is a door release tab in the trunk The tab is located behind a panel on the driv...

Page 66: ...s open a beep will sound and the light will flash continuously Programmable Automatic Door Locks Your vehicle is programmed so that when the doors are closed the ignition is on and the shift lever is...

Page 67: ...t out and close the door The vehicle can also be programmed to have the doors lock automatically when you exit the vehicle See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 68 Trunk CAUTION It can be dangerou...

Page 68: ...PARK P or NEUTRAL N and the valet lockout switch must be off You can also press the button with the trunk symbol on the keyless access transmitter to open the trunk To disable this feature see Valet L...

Page 69: ...trunk close button on the underside of the trunk lid To begin opening the trunk from the stopped position use any of the methods above except pressing the trunk close button To resume closing the pow...

Page 70: ...handle located inside the trunk near the latch This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle and push up on the trunk lid to release the latch from the inside Windows CAUT...

Page 71: ...the up or down arrows on the switches to raise or lower the windows Your vehicle has Retained Accessory Power RAP that allows you to use the power windows once the ignition has been turned off For mo...

Page 72: ...tion to activate the express down feature If you want to stop the window as it is lowering press the switch again Express Up Window This feature is on both power windows Press the up arrow on the swit...

Page 73: ...h the power door lock switch The SECURITY light should flash Close the door The SECURITY light will stop flashing and stay on After 30 seconds the light should turn off The vehicle can be programmed t...

Page 74: ...rming the System Always use your keyless access transmitter to unlock a door either by pressing the unlock button on the transmitter or by squeezing the door handle sensor while you have the transmitt...

Page 75: ...time your new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Ig...

Page 76: ...close all the doors and press the OFF ACCESSORY button to place the vehicle in ACCESSORY mode Press the button again and the vehicle will return to RAP Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PA...

Page 77: ...ping Your Engine Move the shift lever to PARK P and press the OFF ACCESSORY button If the shifter is not in PARK P the vehicle will go into ACCESSORY mode and the DIC will display SHIFT TO PARK Once t...

Page 78: ...ured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engin...

Page 79: ...ing 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 80: ...eels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed is dange...

Page 81: ...selected gear range and will be displayed on the DIC or HUD if equipped See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 59 or Head Up Display HUD on page 3 29 The gear range indicated in the DIC or HUD is onl...

Page 82: ...ities if you forget to downshift manually Automatic upshifts and downshifts will not display in the DIC or HUD Driver shift control is available while the cruise control is engaged The shift behavior...

Page 83: ...re pulling the manual release lever If your hand or arm is in the way of the pedal you could be hurt The pedal springs back quickly Keep your hand and arm away when you use the manual release lever Be...

Page 84: ...an 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 If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move su...

Page 85: ...out first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transmission into PARK P prop...

Page 86: ...ll the way into PARK P and release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear you wish If you ever hold the brake...

Page 87: ...consciousness 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...

Page 88: ...an come in easily NEVER park in a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 28 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the...

Page 89: ...o not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Outside Power Heated Mirrors The power mirror control is on the driver s door armrest...

Page 90: ...s tilted the mirror switch may be used The mirror will then return to this new position when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE R When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE R and a five second delay...

Page 91: ...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 92: ...x 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...

Page 93: ...tion is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the...

Page 94: ...tons 2 Position the end of your hand held transmitter about 1 to 3 inches 3 to 8 cm away from the HomeLink buttons while keeping the indicator light in view 3 Simultaneously press and hold both the de...

Page 95: ...wo HomeLink buttons begin with Step 2 of Programming HomeLink Do not repeat Step 1 Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit...

Page 96: ...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 97: ...left side of the lid and it will open automatically Center Console Storage Area There is a center console storage area located between the seats To open this storage area pull up the lid on the front...

Page 98: ...ld in place by two snaps and the passenger s side is held in place by one Be sure that the driver s side floor mat is properly placed on the floor so that it does not block the movement of the acceler...

Page 99: ...storage compartment located in the trunk on the passenger s side To access the storage compartment unsnap the lid To reinstall the lid line up the opening in the lid over the snap and push down into p...

Page 100: ...down and exposing the interior of your vehicle to outdoor conditions may cause damage Always close the convertible top if leaving your vehicle outdoors 1 Park on a level surface and shift the transmis...

Page 101: ...formation Center DIC may display a message regarding the retractable hardtop If this happens see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 59 for more information Raising the Retractable Hardtop 1 Park on a...

Page 102: ...3 59 for more information If your vehicle has a power loss such as a dead battery you can still raise the top manually by doing the following 1 Lower both sun visors and open both doors 2 Use the key...

Page 103: ...ter link down to unlock the linkage 7 Move the rear tonneau rearward and up to the stored position Pull from the center of the tonneau to keep pressure even The rubber bumper on each corner will fit a...

Page 104: ...up until they stop to lock the linkage 9 Close the hydraulic pump valve by turning it clockwise with your hand until it stops 10 Remove the upright center storage compartment Use the wrench to remove...

Page 105: ...d pull up easily If it doesn t push the over center link up more 12 Manually move the front tonneau to the open position Once the front tonneau is open fold the side wings in by gently pressing them i...

Page 106: ...he center of the top near the front 14 Insert the wrench into the bolt beneath the plug location Turn the wrench about one quarter turn counterclockwise until it stops while gently pulling up on the c...

Page 107: ...ront and the rear and lift the top until it is almost closed Be careful not to pinch your fingers between the rear of the top and the rear window 17 Place your hands on the top and guide the top into...

Page 108: ...n the headliner Turn the wrench counterclockwise until it stops to fully open the latch jaws around the pins 20 Pull down on the roof with the latch rotated open Turn the wrench clockwise until it sto...

Page 109: ...pull the wings out a small amount Then fold the front tonneau to the closed position 23 Manually close the trunk Vehicle Personalization Memory Seat Mirrors and Steering Wheel Your vehicle is equippe...

Page 110: ...ly adjust to their programmed positions To stop recall movement of the memory feature at any time press one of the power seat controls power mirror control buttons memory buttons or power steering col...

Page 111: ...assenger Compartment Air Filter 3 40 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 41 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 42 Speedometer and Odometer 3 43 Trip Odometer 3 43 Tachometer 3 43 Safety Belt Reminder Light...

Page 112: ...Life Indicator 3 72 Audio System s 3 72 Navigation Radio System 3 73 Radio Personalization with Home and Away Feature 3 73 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 74 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 74 Understandin...

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Page 114: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4...

Page 115: ...ands Audio Controls See OnStar System on page 2 35 or Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3 74 I Adaptive Cruise Controls See Adaptive Cruise Control ACC under Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on pag...

Page 116: ...gation system Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what mode the ignition is in even if the ignition is turned off Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off...

Page 117: ...forward and the steering wheel moves toward the front of the vehicle Push the control rearward and the steering wheel moves toward the rear of the vehicle To set the memory position see DIC Vehicle Pe...

Page 118: ...t see the turn signal Replace burned out bulbs to help avoid possible accidents If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check the fuses and check for burned out bulbs See Fuses and Ci...

Page 119: ...ow Speed Move the lever to this position for steady wiping at low speed Delay Move the lever to this position to activate the Rainsense function Adjustments in this region change the sensitivity of th...

Page 120: ...five sensitivity levels The bottom delay adjust position is the lowest sensitivity setting level one This allows more rain or snow to collect on the windshield between wipes Turning the delay adjust b...

Page 121: ...d blocking your vision If the fluid in the windshield washer fluid reservoir is low the message LOW WASHER FLUID will appear on the Driver Information Center DIC display It will take 60 seconds after...

Page 122: ...e of 328 ft 100 m and operates at speeds above 25 mph 40 km h When it is engaged by the driver ACC can apply limited braking or acceleration of the vehicle automatically to maintain a selected follow...

Page 123: ...roads When visibility is low such as in fog rain or snow you can not tell how far away things are and ACC performance is limited There may not be enough distance to adapt to the changing traffic condi...

Page 124: ...settings will not be visible You could forget your settings and be startled by ACC response and even lose control Keep your HUD on and properly adjusted when using ACC ACC set speed is selected by the...

Page 125: ...t there until the desired set speed is displayed in the HUD then release the switch To increase your set speed in very small amounts move the switch briefly to resume increase Each time you do this yo...

Page 126: ...low distances to choose from The follow distance selection ranges from near to far 1 second to 2 seconds follow time The distance maintained for a selected follow distance will vary based on vehicle s...

Page 127: ...bits ACC from operating See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 59 for more information A malfunction is detected in the ACC system See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 59 for more information See...

Page 128: ...sion Do not use ACC when the radar is blocked by snow ice or dirt Keep your radar clean See Cleaning the System later in this section ACC will automatically slow your vehicle down when approaching a s...

Page 129: ...our speed falls below 20 mph 32 km h while following a vehicle ahead ACC will begin to disengage The driver alert symbol on the HUD will flash and the warning beep will sound The driver must take acti...

Page 130: ...brakes if necessary Select an appropriate speed while driving in curves ACC may operate differently in a sharp curve ACC may reduce your speed in a curve if the curve is too sharp The TIGHT CURVE mes...

Page 131: ...ary objects when entering or exiting a curve This is normal operation Your vehicle does not need service Highway Exit Ramps CAUTION ACC may lose track of the vehicle ahead and accelerate up to your se...

Page 132: ...k on hills depends on your speed vehicle load traffic conditions and the steepness of the hills ACC may not detect a vehicle in your lane while driving on hills When going up steep hills you may want...

Page 133: ...splayed in the HUD See Head Up Display HUD on page 3 29 for more information Cleaning the System The radar can become blocked by snow ice or dirt If so you may need to turn off the engine and clean th...

Page 134: ...nt Panel Lights The parking brake indicator light will come on and stay on when the parking lamps are on with the engine off and the ignition in ACCESSORY 5 Headlamps Turning the control to this posit...

Page 135: ...ront turn signal lamps will turn off and normal low beam headlamps will turn on When it s bright enough outside the regular lamps will go off and the front turn signal lamps will take over If you star...

Page 136: ...en When it s dark enough outside the front turn signal lamps DRL will go off and the headlamps and parking lamps will come on The other lamps that come on with headlamps will also come on When it s br...

Page 137: ...f as soon as the ignition is turned off or RAP is active This protects against draining the battery in case you have accidentally left the headlamps or parking lamps on The battery saver does not work...

Page 138: ...ng the courtesy lamps on and off Reading Lamps Your inside rearview mirror includes two reading lamps The lamps will go on when a door is opened When the doors are closed each lamp can be turned on in...

Page 139: ...To change from English to metric units see Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 57 The HUD consists of the following information Speedometer Turn Signal Indicators High Beam Indicator Symbol Tap U...

Page 140: ...e to side 3 Press the DIMMER button until the DIC reads HUD DIMMING Then use the brightness button to adjust the desired intensity The brightness of the HUD image is determined by the light conditions...

Page 141: ...ield replaced be sure to get one that is designed for HUD or your HUD image may look blurred and out of focus The following Adaptive Cruise Control ACC messages may appear in the HUD CRUISE SPEED LIMI...

Page 142: ...t detect objects that are more than 5 feet 1 5 meters behind the vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued So unless you check carefully behind you before and when you back up you could strike child...

Page 143: ...within operating range If the URPA system is not functioning properly the display will flash red indicating that there is a problem The light will also flash red while driving if a trailer is attached...

Page 144: ...cessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets Notice Adding any electrical e...

Page 145: ...d You should avoid putting small loose objects near the ashtray To use the cigarette lighter push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back out by itself Notice Holding a cigarette...

Page 146: ...iven 3 Wait for the system to regulate This may take from 10 to 30 minutes Then adjust the temperature if necessary You can switch from English to metric units through the Driver Information Center DI...

Page 147: ...outlets In automatic operation cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to the floor outlets 6 Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets with some air directed to...

Page 148: ...e will also be activated as necessary Do not cover the solar sensor located on the top right side of the instrument panel near the windshield or system will not work properly There is also a sensor lo...

Page 149: ...Recirculation cannot be selected while in the defrost mode Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or f...

Page 150: ...he air including pollen and dust particles Reductions in airflow which may occur more often in dusty areas indicate that the filter may need to be replaced early The filter should be replaced as part...

Page 151: ...t you know they re 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 functions O...

Page 152: ...ce how the vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you have left and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically The instrument panel cluste...

Page 153: ...for more information Trip Odometer The trip odometer is part of the Driver Information Center DIC See DIC Controls and Displays on page 3 57 for more information Tachometer The tachometer displays the...

Page 154: ...he air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag...

Page 155: ...information CAUTION If the passenger s air bags are turned off for a person who is not in a risk group identified by the national government that person will not have the extra protection of the air b...

Page 156: ...our vehicle serviced See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1 44 Voltmeter Gage When the vehicle is in accessory mode the voltmeter shows the voltage output of your battery When the engine is running it shows...

Page 157: ...s set If the parking brake is not set have your brake system inspected right away If the light comes on while you are driving and you have a LOW BRAKE FLUID message showing on the DIC pull off the roa...

Page 158: ...k brake system warning light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition on This is normal If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Tra...

Page 159: ...will come on a chime will sound and the TRAC STABILITRAK OFF message will be displayed in the DIC The Traction Control System will also be turned off See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 59 for mor...

Page 160: ...on control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce...

Page 161: ...f the light does not come on have it repaired This 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 emis...

Page 162: ...should 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...

Page 163: ...ur 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 c...

Page 164: ...ay display messages regarding the oil condition See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 59 and Engine Oil on page 5 13 CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can...

Page 165: ...g lamps are in use It will go out when the fog lamps are turned off For more information about the fog lamps see Fog Lamps under Exterior Lamps on page 3 24 Lights On Reminder This light comes on when...

Page 166: ...dded fuel to the vehicle Here are five things that some owners ask about All these things are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage At the gas station the gas pump shuts...

Page 167: ...hold the reset button RANGE will automatically reset Driver Information Center DIC This display gives you the status of many of your vehicle s systems The DIC is also used to display driver personaliz...

Page 168: ...iles 64 km remaining the display will show LOW AVERAGE xx x MPG Average Miles Per Gallon This feature shows the approximate fuel economy you have averaged since the last time you reset the value To re...

Page 169: ...an arrow next to the option that is selected DIC Warnings and Messages These messages will appear if there is a problem sensed in one of your vehicle s systems You must then press RESET to clear the d...

Page 170: ...Area on page 2 43 for more information COOLANT OVER TEMP This message will appear when the engine coolant temperature is too hot Stop and allow your vehicle to idle in PARK P until it cools down and t...

Page 171: ...load by using the accessories Turn on the lamps and radio set the climate control on AUTO and the fan speed on HI and turn the rear window defogger on You can monitor battery voltage on the DIC by pre...

Page 172: ...ry See Engine Oil on page 5 13 LOW OIL PRESSURE If this message appears while the engine is running stop the engine and do not operate it until the cause of low oil pressure is corrected Severe damage...

Page 173: ...uttons facing to the right while pressing the START button NO FOB OFF OR RUN This message is displayed when you turn off the engine but the vehicle does not detect a keyless access transmitter in the...

Page 174: ...SERVICE ELECT SYSTEM This message will display if an electrical problem has occurred within the Powertrain Control Module PCM or the ignition switch Have your vehicle serviced by your dealership SERVI...

Page 175: ...her difficult driving situations by making the most of whatever road conditions will permit If the STABILITRAK ACTIVE message comes on you ll know that something has caused your vehicle to start to sp...

Page 176: ...CTIVE When your traction control system is limiting wheel spin the TRACTION SYSTEM ACTIVE message will be displayed Slippery road conditions may exist if this message is displayed so adjust your drivi...

Page 177: ...ine Oil on page 5 13 FOB BATTERY LOW HIGH TIRE PRESS LF HIGH TIRE PRESS RF HIGH TIRE PRESS LR HIGH TIRE PRESS RR INTRUSION SENSOR OFF INTRUSION SENSOR ON KNOWN FOB LEFT FRONT TIRE FLAT MAX SPD 55 REDU...

Page 178: ...nge feature preferences make sure the vehicle is running and in PARK P Press the OPTIONS button and the DIC will display the current driver for a few seconds then display the first personalization men...

Page 179: ...ps front fog lamps and back up lamps during low light periods when the unlock button on the keyless access transmitter is pressed both doors are closed and the vehicle is off or in RAP The lamps remai...

Page 180: ...etting FOB Reminder This feature sounds the horn three times when the driver door is closed and there is a keyless access transmitter inside the interior of the vehicle This will only occur when the v...

Page 181: ...AUTO UNLOCK OFF AUTO UNLOCK DRIVER or AUTO UNLOCK BOTH Press the OPTIONS button to change the setting Park Assist This feature tilts the passenger s side mirror downward when the shifter is moved to R...

Page 182: ...CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can add what you want If you can it s very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s e...

Page 183: ...to return to the last used audio source radio cassette or CD using the remote keyless entry transmitter This feature can also store and recall AM and FM presets volume tone and the last selected radi...

Page 184: ...uired The radio in your vehicle cannot be used in any other vehicle When the radio was originally installed in your vehicle at the factory it stored the Vehicle Identification Number VIN Each time the...

Page 185: ...Phone Usage Cellular phone usage may cause interference with your vehicle s radio This interference may occur when making or receiving phone calls charging the phone s battery or simply having the pho...

Page 186: ...inting materials 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 tha...

Page 187: ...15 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 18 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 20 City Driving 4 23 Freeway Driving 4 24 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 25 Highway Hypnosis 4 26 Hill and Mountain Ro...

Page 188: ...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 difficu...

Page 189: ...rinking 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...

Page 190: ...ffected 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 im...

Page 191: ...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...

Page 192: ...ther it is pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking...

Page 193: ...ven notice that your brake pedal moves a little This is normal If there is a problem with the anti lock brake system this warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light on page 3...

Page 194: ...lways decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahe...

Page 195: ...ll automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may reengage the cruise control See Cruise Control under Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 7 This warning l...

Page 196: ...agnetic Ride Control Magnetic Ride Control automatically adjusts the ride of your vehicle Automatic ride control is achieved through a computer used to control and monitor the suspension system The co...

Page 197: ...s if the steering is not centered The system is off until the STABILITRAK ACTIVE message is displayed The STABILITRAK ACTIVE message will come on when the system is operating See DIC Warnings and Mess...

Page 198: ...either TRAC STABILITRAK ON or TRAC STABILITRAK OFF Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take mu...

Page 199: ...an control Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sud...

Page 200: ...ese First apply your brakes See Braking on page 4 6 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space...

Page 201: ...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 202: ...r your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead o...

Page 203: ...rts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a se...

Page 204: ...rive defensively Do not drink and drive Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you Since you can not see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space bet...

Page 205: ...you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who does not lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep y...

Page 206: ...ddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to s...

Page 207: ...angerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning...

Page 208: ...owing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued smaller vehicle If this...

Page 209: ...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 210: ...he 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 traf...

Page 211: ...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 he...

Page 212: ...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 instruments freque...

Page 213: ...N Continued You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill Know how to go uphill You may...

Page 214: ...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 u...

Page 215: ...h your vehicle has the TCS system you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions The Stabilitrak System may also activate See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 9 and Sta...

Page 216: ...g make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm You can run the engine to keep warm but be careful CAU...

Page 217: ...hour or so until help comes If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels but you do not want to spin your wheels too fast T...

Page 218: ...e if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Service on page 7 5 Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle such as behi...

Page 219: ...f 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 L...

Page 220: ...in this section Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds on your vehicle placard 2 Determine the combin...

Page 221: ...t Weight 150 lbs 68 kg x 1 150 lbs 68 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 400 lbs 181 kg B Subtr...

Page 222: ...ing 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 rear...

Page 223: ...icle If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools 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...

Page 224: ...NOTES 4 38...

Page 225: ...ank Pressure Cap 5 23 Engine Overheating 5 23 Cooling System 5 26 Power Steering Fluid 5 32 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 33 Brakes 5 35 Battery 5 38 Jump Starting 5 39 Rear Axle 5 45 Headlamp Aiming 5 46...

Page 226: ...Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 82 Vehicle Identification 5 83 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 83 Service Parts Identification Label 5 83 Electrical System 5 84 Add On Electrical Equipment 5 8...

Page 227: ...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 Servi...

Page 228: ...ith 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 Gasoline Octane Use premium unlea...

Page 229: ...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 230: ...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 231: ...engine when you are refueling Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling y...

Page 232: ...o open the fuel door press the fuel door release button The vehicle must be in PARK P or NEUTRAL N and the valet lockout button must be in OFF An alternate fuel door release is located inside the trun...

Page 233: ...en 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 Don t top off or overfill your tank and wait a few seconds after you ve finishe...

Page 234: ...m the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others Dispense gasoline only into approved containers CAU...

Page 235: ...e Hood Release To lift the hood use the following steps 1 Pull the lever inside the vehicle to open the hood It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel 2 Then go to the front of the...

Page 236: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood you ll see 5 12...

Page 237: ...on the Driver Information Center appears it means you need to check your engine oil level right away For more information see LOW OIL LEVEL and LOW OIL PRESSURE under DIC Warnings and Messages on pag...

Page 238: ...maged 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 Push the dipstick all...

Page 239: ...hese 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 on the o...

Page 240: ...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 lif...

Page 241: ...y to OFF If the CHANGE OIL NOW message comes 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...

Page 242: ...ilter from 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 inspect or replace the filter do the following 1 Fl...

Page 243: ...the engine with the air cleaner filter off Notice 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...

Page 244: ...is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant...

Page 245: ...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 If...

Page 246: ...ld be at the FULL COLD mark located on the side of the surge tank that faces the front If the LOW COOLANT message on the Driver Information Center DIC comes on and stays on it means you re low on engi...

Page 247: ...Protection Operating Mode This operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation If an overheated engine condition exists and the DIC message ENGINE HOT STOP E...

Page 248: ...eated 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 Operati...

Page 249: ...hile 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 yo...

Page 250: ...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...

Page 251: ...ou drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fan is running If the engine is overheating the fan should be running If it is not your...

Page 252: ...ol before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 5 20 for more information If no coolant is visible in the surge tank add coolant as follows CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system...

Page 253: ...d 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...

Page 254: ...the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A...

Page 255: ...start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If...

Page 256: ...d If the LOW COOLANT message does not appear on the Driver Information Center after two minutes coolant is at the proper fill level If a LOW COOLANT message does appear repeat Steps 1 to 3 and reinsta...

Page 257: ...ly tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What...

Page 258: ...ed washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and othe...

Page 259: ...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 w...

Page 260: ...the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not...

Page 261: ...Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment As you mak...

Page 262: ...rage If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down CAUTION Batteries have acid that...

Page 263: ...vehicle when the battery has run down 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 negativ...

Page 264: ...w on page 5 12 for more information on location CAUTION An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electr...

Page 265: ...will go to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t connec...

Page 266: ...lack negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the n...

Page 267: ...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 won t start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumpe...

Page 268: ...llowing 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 cabl...

Page 269: ...the bottom of the filler plug hole you will need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use To add lubricant when the level is low...

Page 270: ...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 The...

Page 271: ...E8 Torx socket or T15 Torx screwdriver Headlamp Vertical Aiming Notice Horizontal aiming must be performed before making any adjustments to the vertical aim Adjusting the vertical aim first will resul...

Page 272: ...amps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being aimed This should allow only the beam of light from the headlamp being aimed to be seen on the flat surface 5 Turn...

Page 273: ...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 following 1...

Page 274: ...g 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 pressu...

Page 275: ...nstruction type and service description See the Tire Size illustration later in this section for more detail B Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec Original equipment tires designed to GM...

Page 276: ...manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors treadwear traction and temperature resistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5 64 G Maximum...

Page 277: ...a tire is certified to carry The load index can range from 1 to 279 The speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load Speed ratings range from A to Z Tire Terminology and Defin...

Page 278: ...are 6 9 kPa s to one psi Light Truck LT Metric Tire A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to t...

Page 279: ...into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 2 32 inch of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on...

Page 280: ...when driving on a deflated tire try to avoid potholes that could damage your wheel and require replacement of it Some road hazards can damage a tire beyond repair This damage could occur even before...

Page 281: ...lat tires 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 least th...

Page 282: ...isture Tire Pressure Monitor TPM Your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor TPM that sends tire pressure information to the Driver Information Center DIC Using the DIC control buttons the driver is able...

Page 283: ...ation Label tire information placard is either on the rear edge of the driver s door or the driver s door jamb near the latch This label shows the size of your vehicle s original tires and the correct...

Page 284: ...any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void author...

Page 285: ...reset the sensor identification codes See your dealer for service Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Replacement on page 5 66 and Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and...

Page 286: ...ire 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...

Page 287: ...PC 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 If you replace your vehicle s tires with those not havin...

Page 288: ...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 289: ...erformance 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 sp...

Page 290: ...wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them 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 r...

Page 291: ...Never use oil or grease on studs or the threads of the wheel nuts If you do the wheel nuts might come loose and the wheel could fall off causing a crash CAUTION Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tigh...

Page 292: ...n cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash Use anoth...

Page 293: ...nd behind the wheels CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is suppo...

Page 294: ...cle damage Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack and the vehicle Make sure the jack you re using spans at least two crossmember ribs Lift only in the areas shown in the following pictures F...

Page 295: ...fting points A according to the illustration shown 2 Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack and the vehicle 3 Lift the vehicle with the jack making sure the jack spans at least two of the cr...

Page 296: ...points can be accessed from the rear of the vehicle on either the driver s or passenger s side 1 Locate the rear lifting points A according to the illustration shown 2 Be sure to place a block or pad...

Page 297: ...for additional information Your vehicle when new had run flat tires This type of tire can operate effectively with no air pressure so you won t need to stop on the side of the road to change a flat ti...

Page 298: ...age 3 59 for information and details about the DIC operation and displays CAUTION Special tools and procedures are required to service a run flat tire If these special tools and procedures aren t used...

Page 299: ...e 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...

Page 300: ...on 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...

Page 301: ...hould be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the i...

Page 302: ...ith mild soap and lukewarm water Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every s...

Page 303: ...oat clearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish Notice Ma...

Page 304: ...an towel A wax may then be applied The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid...

Page 305: ...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 306: ...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 307: ...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 308: ...r vehicle see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 48 Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker If the wiper motor overheats due to hea...

Page 309: ...If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cig...

Page 310: ...sed 13 GMLAN Devices 14 Rear Park Aid Heated Cooled Seats Windshield Wiper Relays 15 Door Locks 16 Engine Control Module 17 Interior Lights 18 Air Bags Passenger Air Bag Off Switch 19 Not Used 20 Onst...

Page 311: ...mps Diagnostic Link Connector 31 Power Folding Mirror 32 Trunk Close Button Parking Brake Solenoid B 33 Power Seats 34 Door Controls 35 Run Accessory Power 36 Not Used Fuses Usage 37 Not Used 38 Rains...

Page 312: ...more information on location see Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 To access the fuses push in the tab located at the end of the fuse block cover Then lift the cover open Fuses Usage 1 Anti Lo...

Page 313: ...r Conditioning Compressor 16 Even Injectors 17 Windshield Washer 18 Headlamp Washer 19 Right Low Beam Headlamp 20 Not Used 21 Left Low Beam Headlamp 22 Fog Lamp Fuses Usage 23 Right High Beam Headlamp...

Page 314: ...eld Washer 37 Parking Lamps 38 Fog Lamps 39 High Beam Headlamps 40 Rear Window Defogger Relays Usage 41 Windshield Wiper High Low 42 Wiper RUN ACCESSORY Power 43 Starter Crank 44 Ignition 1 45 Windshi...

Page 315: ...oling System 14 8 quarts 14 0 L Engine Oil with Filter 8 quarts 7 6 L Fuel Tank 18 5 gallons 70 0 L Transmission 9 5 quarts 8 5 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Y All capacities are approximate When a...

Page 316: ...NOTES 5 92...

Page 317: ...ule 6 2 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 At Each Fuel Fill 6 8 At Least Once a Month 6 8 At Least Once a Year 6 9 Reco...

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 enviro...

Page 319: ...ualified 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 job...

Page 320: ...e Remember 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 NOW message a...

Page 321: ...amage 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 wip...

Page 322: ...xhaust system 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 transmission fluid and filter se...

Page 323: ...have it repaired Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular mainten...

Page 324: ...heck the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 5 13 for further details Notice It is important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level Failure...

Page 325: ...he starter works in any other position contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move sudd...

Page 326: ...the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle...

Page 327: ...ll meet this GM standard You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M For the proper viscosity see Engine Oil on page 5 13 Usage Fluid Lubricant Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture...

Page 328: ...in Canada 992694 where required See Rear Axle on page 5 45 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 1...

Page 329: ...btained from your dealer Part GM Part Number AC Delco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter Element 25099149 A1208C Engine Oil Filter 89017342 PF61 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element 10345066 Sp...

Page 330: ...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 331: ...Maintenance Record cont d 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: ...with Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Service 7 5 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records 7 8 Reporting Safety Defects 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States G...

Page 334: ...acting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center 24 hours a day by calling 1 8...

Page 335: ...ilable to you You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BBB Auto Line Program Council of Better Business Bureaus Inc 4200 Wi...

Page 336: ...00 833 2622 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 882 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 V...

Page 337: ...0 833 9935 GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details All TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Service Cadillac s exceptional Roadside Service is more than an...

Page 338: ...le 50 km radius of a participating Cadillac dealership If beyond this radius we will arrange to have your car towed to the nearest Cadillac dealership Reaching Roadside Service Dial the toll free Road...

Page 339: ...related If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the...

Page 340: ...s available only at participating dealers and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact you dealer for specific information about availability All...

Page 341: ...pants To read this information special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the SDM is required GM will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than with t...

Page 342: ...HTSA 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...

Page 343: ...write Customer Communication Centre 163 005 General Motors of Canada Limited 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals ha...

Page 344: ...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 345: ...6 Anti lock Brake System ABS 4 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 48 Appearance Care 5 75 Care of Safety Belts 5 78 Appearance Care cont Chemical Paint Spotting 5 81 Cleaning the Inside of Your...

Page 346: ...on Monoxide 4 28 4 37 2 11 2 31 Care of Safety Belts 5 78 Your CD Player 3 75 Your CDs 3 75 Cellular Phone Usage 3 75 Center Console Storage Area 2 41 Chains Tires 5 68 Check Engine Light 3 50 Checkin...

Page 347: ...et 2 43 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 3 49 Heater Engine 2 21 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 23 Cooled Seats 1 3 Cooling System 5 26 Courtesy Lamps 3 28 Cupholder s 2 41 Current and Past Model Order Form...

Page 348: ...29 Driving Through Deep Standing Water 4 22 Driving Through Flowing Water 4 22 Dual Climate Control System 3 35 E Eight Way Power Seats 1 2 Electrical System Add On Equipment 5 84 Fuses and Circuit Br...

Page 349: ...ire 5 73 Floor Mats 2 42 Fluid Automatic Transmission 5 19 Power Steering 5 32 Windshield Washer 5 33 FM Stereo 3 75 FOB Reminder 3 70 Fog Lamp Light 3 55 Fog Lamps 3 26 Fuel 5 4 Additives 5 6 Califor...

Page 350: ...o Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank 5 28 How to Check 5 19 5 58 How to Check Lubricant 5 45 How to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 33 How to Remove and Replace the Floor Mats 2 42 How to Use This Man...

Page 351: ...ehicle Tires 5 69 Light Air Bag Off 3 45 Air Bag Readiness 3 44 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 3 48 Brake System Warning 3 47 Fog Lamp 3 55 Lights On Reminder 3 55 Malfunction Indicator 3 50 Safety Be...

Page 352: ...onment 6 2 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 50 Map Pocket 2 42 Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle 2 5 Memory Mirrors 2 53 Memory Seat 2 53 Memory Steering Wheel Controls 2 53 Message DIC Warnings and...

Page 353: ...ode 5 23 Overseas Customer Assistance 7 4 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Owners Canadian ii Owner s Information 7 12 P Park Aid 3 32 Park Assist 3 71 Park P Shifting Into 2 28 Shifting Out of 2 30 Park...

Page 354: ...Replacing Brake System Parts 5 37 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 49 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 7 10 General Motors 7 11 United States Government 7 10 Reprogramming...

Page 355: ...8 Service 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 4 Doing Your Own Work 5 3 Service cont Engine Soon Light 3 50 Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Service Bulletins 7 12 Service Manu...

Page 356: ...64 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 5 65 Wheel Replacement 5 66 When It Is Time for New Tires 5 62 To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 2 22 Top Strap 1 27 Torque Lock 2 29 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4...

Page 357: ...ification Number VIN 5 83 Service Parts Identification Label 5 83 Vehicle Personalization DIC 3 68 Memory Seat Mirrors and Steering Wheel 2 53 Vehicle Storage 5 38 Ventilation Adjustment 3 40 Visors 2...

Page 358: ...hy Safety Belts Work 1 5 Window Indexing 2 16 Windows 2 14 Power 2 15 Windshield Washer 3 11 Fluid 5 33 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 49 Fuses 5 84 Windshield Wipers 3 9 Winter Driving 4 28 Wip...

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