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Accessories and Modifications ..................... 347
Accessory Power Outlet(s) .......................... 201
Adaptive Cruise Control ............................... 173
Adding Equipment to Your

Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ............................ 83

Additives, Fuel ............................................ 350
Add-On Electrical Equipment ....................... 442
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ............................. 362
Air Conditioning ........................................... 204
Airbag

Passenger Status Indicator ....................... 220
Readiness Light ....................................... 219

Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic

Module (SDM) .......................................... 484

Airbag System ............................................... 66

Adding Equipment to Your

Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ......................... 83

How Does an Airbag Restrain? .................. 75
Passenger Sensing System ....................... 77
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ....... 82
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? .................. 75
What Will You See After an

Airbag Inflates? ...................................... 76

Airbag System (cont.)

When Should an Airbag Inflate? ................. 73
Where Are the Airbags? ............................. 69

Analog Clock ............................................... 203
Antenna, Backglass ..................................... 292
Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio

Antenna System ....................................... 293

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 301
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light ....... 223
Appearance Care

Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ........ 438
Care of Safety Belts ................................ 435
Chemical Paint Spotting ........................... 440
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses .............. 436
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle .......... 431
Fabric/Carpet ........................................... 433
Finish Care .............................................. 436
Finish Damage ......................................... 439
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other

Plastic Surfaces .................................... 434

Leather .................................................... 434
Sheet Metal Damage ............................... 439
Speaker Covers ....................................... 435
Tires ........................................................ 439

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Summary of Contents for 2007 DTS

Page 1: ...tems 108 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 113 Mirrors 128 OnStar System 135 Universal Home Remote System 139 Storage Areas 150 Sunroof 152 Instrument Panel 153 Instrument Panel Overview 156 Climate...

Page 2: ...392 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 392 Tires 394 Appearance Care 431 Vehicle Identification 441 Electrical System 442 Capacities and Specifications 452 Maintenance Schedule 453 Maintenance Schedu...

Page 3: ...nt system may be offered or your vehicle may have been ordered without a front passenger or rear seats Keep this manual in the vehicle so it will be there if it is needed while your are on the road If...

Page 4: ...and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell yo...

Page 5: ...warning labels on the vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text de...

Page 6: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle 6...

Page 7: ...elt Height Adjustment 31 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 32 Right Front Passenger Position 32 Center Front Passenger Position 33 Rear Seat Passengers 34 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 37 Safety Belt...

Page 8: ...strain 75 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 76 Passenger Sensing System 77 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 82 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 83 Restraint System Check...

Page 9: ...vehicle has the memory feature you can program and recall memory settings for seat positions See Memory Seat Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 11 Power Lumbar The power lumbar controls are located o...

Page 10: ...es To stop massage press the massaging lumbar switch again or press the power lumbar switch Heated and Cooled Seats Your vehicle may have heated and cooled front seats To operate the heated or cooled...

Page 11: ...pressing the button until the display lights turn off If your vehicle has remote vehicle start and is started using the remote keyless entry transmitter the front heated seats will be turned on to the...

Page 12: ...for the identified driver You will hear a single beep If you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to enter your vehicle and the remote recall memory feature is on automatic seat and mirror moveme...

Page 13: ...he key is removed from the ignition See EASY EXIT SEAT under DIC Vehicle Customization on page 252 for more information Further programming for automatic seat and steering wheel movement can be done u...

Page 14: ...Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt fo...

Page 15: ...of all the head restraints can be adjusted To raise a front seat head restraint pull up on the restraint To lower it press the button located on the top of the seatback and push the head restraint do...

Page 16: ...belts for this position see Center Front Passenger Position on page 33 Rear Seats Heated Seats Your vehicle may have heated rear seats To operate the rear heated seats the ignition must be on The but...

Page 17: ...eep pressing the button until the display lights turn off Rear Seat Pass Through Door Your vehicle has a pass through door that provides access to the trunk from the rear seats See Rear Seat Pass Thro...

Page 18: ...afety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these...

Page 19: ...t 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 40 years of safety belts in ve...

Page 20: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 20...

Page 21: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 21...

Page 22: ...unbuckle a safety belt even if you are upside 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...

Page 23: ...serious 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 a...

Page 24: ...until it clicks Be sure to use the correct buckle when buckling your lap shoulder belt If you find that the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle see if you are using the buckle for the cente...

Page 25: ...ips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your a...

Page 26: ...oo 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...

Page 27: ...otection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose In a crash you could slide under the lap belt and apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal i...

Page 28: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause s...

Page 29: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much...

Page 30: ...across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can...

Page 31: ...the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce t...

Page 32: ...elt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passeng...

Page 33: ...the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part...

Page 34: ...a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Lap Shoulder Belt All rear seating positions have lap shoulder belts Here is how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch...

Page 35: ...plate clicks when inserted into the buckle When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back and start again Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure...

Page 36: ...se serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if ther...

Page 37: ...positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt 1 Remove the guide fro...

Page 38: ...needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued be seriously injured The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body...

Page 39: ...afety belts in a side crash Pretensioners work only once If they activate in a crash you will need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint Syst...

Page 40: ...or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash...

Page 41: ...so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle Also see Rear Safety Belt...

Page 42: ...this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap...

Page 43: ...d States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle CAUTION Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around t...

Page 44: ...ould never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A baby does not weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash...

Page 45: ...d or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is desi...

Page 46: ...t 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 par...

Page 47: ...e child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secure...

Page 48: ...of 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 wi...

Page 49: ...aint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle An add on child restraint system is a portable one which is purchased by the vehicle s owner To help reduce injuries an add on child restraint must...

Page 50: ...at come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and to this manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacem...

Page 51: ...ructions that come with the restraint A child can be endangered in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children...

Page 52: ...airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off...

Page 53: ...roperly installed using the anchors or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual When ins...

Page 54: ...with lower attachments B Top Tether Anchor A top tether A C anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle The top tether attachment B on the child...

Page 55: ...States some child restraints also have a top tether Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint If the child restraint does not have a top tether one can be obtained in kit f...

Page 56: ...ition where the child restraint will be placed Do not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger s position if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the ins...

Page 57: ...le s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual CAUTION Each top tether anchor and lower anchor in the vehic...

Page 58: ...ontact between the child restraint or the LATCH attachment parts and the vehicle s safety belt assembly Folding an empty rear seat with the safety belts secured may cause damage to the safety belt or...

Page 59: ...ther according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using has a fixed head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the...

Page 60: ...Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latc...

Page 61: ...r belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 If your child re...

Page 62: ...secure a child restraint in the center front seat position Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger s airbag A rear seat is a safer place to...

Page 63: ...If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat...

Page 64: ...ll go before securing the child restraint in this seat See Power Seats on page 9 When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag the off indicator on the pa...

Page 65: ...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 forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your kne...

Page 66: ...the child in the child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle and check with your dealer To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way...

Page 67: ...re designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued in rollover rear crashes or in many side crashes And f...

Page 68: ...maintaining control of the vehicle Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or kil...

Page 69: ...ag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Airbag Readiness Light on page 219 for more information Where Are th...

Page 70: ...right front passenger s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The seat mounted side impact airbag for the driver is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door...

Page 71: ...t front passenger is in the side of the passenger s seatback closest to the door If your vehicle has one the roof mounted side impact airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the dr...

Page 72: ...h The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag co...

Page 73: ...ull deployment for moderate frontal impacts and to a full deployment for more severe frontal impacts Your vehicle has a dual depth passenger airbag that adjusts the restraint according to crash severi...

Page 74: ...ront passenger s seat whether the occupant is buckled or unbuckled The passenger seat position sensor and passenger safety belt buckle switch provide information which is used to determine if the airb...

Page 75: ...act the steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety be...

Page 76: ...t coming from the vents in the deflated airbags Airbag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of the windshield or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it prevent people from leavin...

Page 77: ...corders on page 484 Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag systems Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Passenger Sensing Syste...

Page 78: ...modate a rear facing child restraint A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys...

Page 79: ...if there is a critical problem with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag and seat mounted side...

Page 80: ...t front passenger s frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag depending upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in your vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear...

Page 81: ...including important safety information Aftermarket equipment such as seat covers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates You may want to consider not using seat covers or other after...

Page 82: ...stem To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 490 CAUTION For up to 10 seconds after the ignition is turned off and the battery is disconnected an airbag can...

Page 83: ...ssistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 474 Q Because I have a disability I have to get my vehicle modified How can...

Page 84: ...en airbag covers and have them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Notice If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s airbag or the...

Page 85: ...ve LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision If an airbag infl...

Page 86: ...NOTES 86...

Page 87: ...III 111 PASS Key III Operation 112 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 113 New Vehicle Break In 113 Ignition Positions 114 Retained Accessory Power RAP 115 Starting the Engine 115 Engine Coolant Heat...

Page 88: ...39 Universal Home Remote System With Three Round LED 139 Universal Home Remote System With One Triangular LED 140 Universal Home Remote System Operation With Three Round LED 141 Universal Home Remote...

Page 89: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do no...

Page 90: ...you may have to damage the vehicle to get in Be sure you have spare keys In an emergency contact Cadillac Roadside Assistance See Roadside Service on page 480 If your vehicle is equipped with the OnSt...

Page 91: ...may cause 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...

Page 92: ...ing and you may need to be closer to your vehicle to turn it off than you were to turn it on There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE...

Page 93: ...tem See Content Theft Deterrent on page 109 V Remote Trunk Release Press and hold this button for about one second to release the trunk lid The transaxle must be in PARK P for this feature to operate...

Page 94: ...under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 239 for additional information Notice When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces...

Page 95: ...notch located above the metal base and separate the bottom half from the top half of the transmitter 2 Remove the old battery but do not use a metal object to do this 3 Slide the new battery into the...

Page 96: ...to RUN See Dual Climate Control System on page 204 Laws in some communities may restrict the use of remote starters For example some laws may require a person using remote start to have the vehicle in...

Page 97: ...shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension has been done To manually shut off a remote start do any of the following Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press the remote start button unt...

Page 98: ...the remote vehicle start feature it may have the remote start ready feature This feature allows your dealer to add the manufacturer s remote vehicle start feature See your dealer if you would like to...

Page 99: ...ower door lock switches or manual lock knobs The manual lock knobs are located at the top of the door panel near the window Push the manual lock knob down to lock the door To unlock the door pull up o...

Page 100: ...in PARK P and the ignition on the door 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...

Page 101: ...rear door security lock do the following 1 Unlock the door and open it from the outside 2 Turn the knob to the horizontal position to disengage the lock 3 Do the same for the other rear door Lockout P...

Page 102: ...l setting that will force outside air into your vehicle See Climate Control System If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust on page 126 Remote...

Page 103: ...glow in the dark emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk near the latch This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle to open the trunk from the inside Rear...

Page 104: ...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 105: ...as Retained Accessory Power RAP that allows you to use the power windows once the ignition has been turned off For more information see Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 115 Express Down Window Thi...

Page 106: ...up for approximately two seconds after the window is completely closed The window is now reprogrammed Repeat the process for the other windows Express Window Anti Pinch Feature If any object is in the...

Page 107: ...minate indicating the feature is in use The rear windows still can be raised or lowered using the driver s window switches when the lockout feature is active To restore power to the rear windows press...

Page 108: ...ower RAP on page 115 To raise the power sunshade press and release the switch To close the power sunshade press and release the switch again Never store objects on the rear shelf because they may get...

Page 109: ...ing the glove box with your key will also help to secure your vehicle See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 92 and Trunk on page 102 for additional information Content Theft Deterrent...

Page 110: ...rn off the alarm by using the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter system or by starting the car with a valid key Changes or modifications made to this system by other than an authori...

Page 111: ...g two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies wit...

Page 112: ...engine still does not start and the key appears to be undamaged try another ignition key At this time you may also want to check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 443 If the engine still...

Page 113: ...lose or damage your PASS Key III key see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to have a new key made Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice Your vehicle do...

Page 114: ...adio and windshield wipers operate while the engine is off To use ACCESSORY turn the key clockwise C RUN This position is where the key returns to after the vehicle is started This position displays s...

Page 115: ...Audio Steering Wheel Controls Sunroof Power to these accessories stops after 10 minutes or if the driver s door is opened If you want power for another 10 minutes close all the doors and turn the ign...

Page 116: ...to allow the cranking motor to cool down 2 If the engine does not start after 5 10 seconds especially in very cold weather below 0 F or 18 C it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing the...

Page 117: ...volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured...

Page 118: ...It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unles...

Page 119: ...this gear to rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 326 for additional information...

Page 120: ...igher speeds until then DRIVE D can be used for towing You may want to shift the transaxle to THIRD 3 or if necessary to a lower gear if the transaxle shifts too often under heavy loads and or hilly c...

Page 121: ...place Performance Shifting If your vehicle has this feature it can detect a change in driving patterns If you make an aggressive driving maneuver the vehicle s transaxle automatically shifts to the lo...

Page 122: ...ing brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving If...

Page 123: ...ou If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P Console Shift Lever If your vehicle is equipped with a console shift lever use the following procedure to...

Page 124: ...et before you leave it See Parking Brake on page 121 for more information 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 ma...

Page 125: ...the ignition is in a position other than OFF The shift lock control system is always functional except in the case of a dead battery or low voltage less than 9 V battery If you cannot shift out of PA...

Page 126: ...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 127: ...running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 322 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake...

Page 128: ...driving Compass Operation AUTO 3 Press and hold the auto highbeam button for approximately three seconds to turn the compass on or off When the ignition and the compass feature are on the compass wil...

Page 129: ...s not adjusted to account for zone changes the compass could give false readings To adjust for zone changes do the following 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the zone map that...

Page 130: ...on the lower left side of the mirror face for about three seconds to turn the automatic dimming feature on or off The indicator light will illuminate when this feature is active The automatic dimming...

Page 131: ...ry to adjust for compass variance Compass variance is the difference between earth s magnetic north and true geographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give fa...

Page 132: ...The indicator light will illuminate when 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 comp...

Page 133: ...ir original unfolded position before driving If your vehicle has the power foldaway mirrors feature do the following Press C to unfold the mirrors Press D to fold the mirrors If the mirrors are accide...

Page 134: ...and either a five second delay has occurred or the ignition is turned to OFF the driver s and passenger s side mirror will return to its original position This feature can be enabled disabled through...

Page 135: ...he vehicle s OnStar Subscriber glove box literature For more information visit onstar com or onstar ca contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or TTY 1 877 248 2080 or press the OnStar button...

Page 136: ...ices Driving Directions Advisor delivered or OnStar Turn by Turn Navigation If equipped RideAssist Information and Convenience Services OnStar Hands Free Calling OnStar Hands Free Calling allows eligi...

Page 137: ...n some vehicles the mute button can be used to dial numbers into voicemail systems or to dial phone extensions See the OnStar Owner s Guide for more information How OnStar Service Works In order to pr...

Page 138: ...that place as well Your vehicle must have a working electrical system including adequate battery power for the OnStar equipment to operate There are other problems OnStar cannot control that may prev...

Page 139: ...is device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The FCC Grant of Equipment Authorization Certificate number is KOBGTE05A This device complies...

Page 140: ...st accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The FCC Grant of Equipment Authorization Certificate number is CB2OHHL3 This device complies with RSS 210...

Page 141: ...feature This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the transmitter Because of the steps involved it may...

Page 142: ...garage door opener is a rolling code device Programming Universal Home Remote Fixed Code Fixed Code garage door openers are used for garage doors produced prior to 1996 Fixed code uses the same coded...

Page 143: ...System Push one button for each switch as follows Left button on switch position Right button off switch position Middle button middle switch position 5 After entering the switch settings press and re...

Page 144: ...ramming a rolling code garage door opener involves time sensitive actions so read the entire procedure before you begin If you do not follow these actions the device will time out and you will have to...

Page 145: ...or opener Using Universal Home Remote Press and hold the appropriate button for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Reprogramming Universal...

Page 146: ...Remote Transmitter Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Home Remote Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person available to assist y...

Page 147: ...age door openers may require you to substitute Step 3 with the procedure noted in Gate Operator and Canadian Programming later in this section 4 The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then...

Page 148: ...l erase all previous programming from the Universal Home Remote buttons Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after sever...

Page 149: ...e beginning with Step 2 under Programming Universal Home Remote shown earlier in this section Individual buttons cannot be erased but they can be reprogrammed See Reprogramming a Single Universal Home...

Page 150: ...cupholder slide the cover back To access the center seat console cupholder fold open the front of the console Coinholder s Your vehicle may be equipped with a coinholder Center Console Storage Area I...

Page 151: ...d by folding the compartment forward When not being used the center seat lap belt can be stored in the underseat storage compartment Rear Seat Armrest Your vehicle may be equipped with a rear seat cen...

Page 152: ...her than to the express open position press the switch again in either direction to stop the movement If the sunshade is in the closed position it will open with the sunroof or it can be opened manual...

Page 153: ...tivated Headlamps 190 Headlamps on Reminder 190 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 190 Fog Lamps 191 Cornering Lamps 192 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 192 Instrument Panel Brightness 192 Courtesy Lamps 193 E...

Page 154: ...age 226 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 227 Oil Pressure Light 230 Security Light 230 Fog Lamp Light 231 Lights On Reminder 231 Cruise Control Light 231 Highbeam On Light 231 Fuel Gage 232 Driver Informati...

Page 155: ...NOTES 155...

Page 156: ...Instrument Panel Overview Column Shift Model shown Console Shift Model similar 156...

Page 157: ...Equipped See Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist UFRPA on page 196 and Adaptive Cruise Control on page 173 J Analog Clock See Analog Clock on page 203 K Hazard Warning Flashers Button See Hazard...

Page 158: ...warning flashers are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Ho...

Page 159: ...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 Customization on page 252 and Memory Se...

Page 160: ...Washer on page 168 _ Heated Washer Fluid See Windshield Washer on page 168 Turn and Lane Change Signals To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down The lever returns automatically when the...

Page 161: ...uster will be on indicating high beam usage Forward Collision Alert FCA System If your vehicle has this feature be sure to read this entire section before using it The system operates on a radio frequ...

Page 162: ...32 km h CAUTION FCA is only a warning system and does not apply the brakes When you are approaching a vehicle or object too rapidly or when you are following a vehicle too closely that is ahead of yo...

Page 163: ...such as in fog rain or snow FCA performance is limited There may not be enough warning distance to the vehicle in front of you Do not rely on FCA in low visibility conditions CAUTION When FCA is enabl...

Page 164: ...detected in your path If this symbol does not appear or disappears briefly FCA will not respond to vehicles you may see ahead The symbol may disappear on curves highway exit ramps or hills Also when...

Page 165: ...n the Driver Information Center DIC They are CLEAN RADAR RADAR CRUISE NOT READY and SERVICE RADAR CRUISE See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 239 Cleaning the System The radar can become blocked by s...

Page 166: ...settings for steady wiping at low speed 1 High Speed For high speed wiping turn the band further to the second solid band past the delay settings 9 Off To stop the wipers move the band to off Clear i...

Page 167: ...more rain or snow to collect on the windshield between wipes Turning the wiper band away from you to higher sensitivity levels increases the sensitivity of the system and frequency of wipes The highes...

Page 168: ...to this position and then releasing it will activate the heated windshield washer fluid system This activation will initiate four heated wash wipe cycles The first heated wash wipe cycle may take up...

Page 169: ...e you cannot drive safely at a steady speed So do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads...

Page 170: ...is button to make the vehicle accelerate or resume to a previously set speed SET Set Press this button to set the speed Cancel Press this button to cancel cruise control Cruise control will not work i...

Page 171: ...rake Do not hold in the RES button if you do not want the vehicle speed to increase Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Use the accelerator pedal to...

Page 172: ...eed Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control works on hills depends upon the vehicle speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you might have to step on the...

Page 173: ...operation of the device This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept an...

Page 174: ...me to slow your vehicle enough to avoid a collision Your complete attention is always required while driving and you should be ready to take action and apply the brakes For more information see Defens...

Page 175: ...limited There may not be enough distance to adapt to the changing traffic conditions Do not use cruise control when visibility is low The Adaptive Cruise controls are located on the steering wheel Th...

Page 176: ...rake fluid level is low Engaging Adaptive Cruise Control With the Set Button CAUTION If you leave your Adaptive Cruise Control switch on when you are not using cruise you might hit a button and go int...

Page 177: ...sengage See Traction Control System TCS on page 303 and StabiliTrak System on page 305 When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may turn the Adaptive Cruise Control back on Increasing...

Page 178: ...tance gap you select Use the plus and minus buttons on the steering wheel to adjust the follow distance Press the plus button to increase the distance or the minus button to decrease the distance The...

Page 179: ...apidly The vehicle speed drops below about 20 mph 32 km h A temporary condition prohibits Adaptive Cruise Control from operating See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 239 for more information A malfun...

Page 180: ...ow your vehicle enough to avoid a collision Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control when the radar is blocked by snow ice or dirt Keep your radar clean See Cleaning the System later in this section Adaptiv...

Page 181: ...ng vehicles or other objects ahead of you Your vehicle may accelerate toward objects such as a stopped vehicle that suddenly appears after the lead vehicle changes lanes Your complete attention is alw...

Page 182: ...the system will not automatically apply the brakes You could crash into a vehicle ahead of you Do not rest your foot on the accelerator pedal when using Adaptive Cruise Control Curves in the Road CAU...

Page 183: ...bol will not appear Adaptive Cruise Control may detect a vehicle that is not in your lane and apply the brakes Adaptive Cruise Control may occasionally provide a driver alert and or braking that you c...

Page 184: ...ration and even lose control of the vehicle Disengage Adaptive Cruise Control before entering a highway exit ramp Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control while entering or on exit ramps Other Vehicle Lane...

Page 185: ...r press the Adaptive Cruise Control button Erasing Set Speed Memory When you press the Adaptive Cruise Control button or turn the ignition off the set speed memory is erased Other Messages There are t...

Page 186: ...h the following Parking Lamps Instrument Panel Lights IntelliBeam Parking Lamps This position turns on the parking lamps together with the following Instrument Panel Lights License Plate Lamps Taillam...

Page 187: ...here is no other traffic present and the IntelliBeam system is enabled Turning On and Enabling IntelliBeam Press and release the IntelliBeam button on the inside rear view mirror The IntelliBeam indic...

Page 188: ...se conditions occur the IntelliBeam feature is disabled and the IntelliBeam light in the mirror turns off until the high beam stalk is returned to the neutral position If IntelliBeam was using low bea...

Page 189: ...bling and Resetting IntelliBeam at the Rearview Mirror IntelliBeam can be disabled by using the controls on the inside rearview mirror AUTO 3 On Off To disable the system press this button on the insi...

Page 190: ...nder A warning chime will sound if the exterior lamp control is left on in either the headlamp or parking lamp position and the driver s door is opened with the ignition off Daytime Running Lamps DRL...

Page 191: ...sure your instrument panel brightness knob is in the full bright position See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 192 Turning on automatic lighting or the headlamps will deactivate the DRL If the park...

Page 192: ...er They provide more light for cornering Exterior Lighting Battery Saver If the manual parking lamps or headlamps have been left on the exterior lamps will turn off approximately 10 minutes after the...

Page 193: ...lamps turn off approximately 25 seconds after the last door is closed They will dim to off if the ignition key is turned to RUN or immediately deactivate if the power locks are activated Parade Dimmin...

Page 194: ...e control fan may cut back to a lower speed For more battery saving information see Battery Saver Active Message under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 239 Electric Power Management The vehicle has E...

Page 195: ...e driver reduce the electrical loads as much as possible See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 239 Inadvertent Power Battery Saver This feature is designed to protect your vehicle s battery against dr...

Page 196: ...nes how close these objects are from your bumpers within this area Four ultrasonic sensors on the front and rear bumpers are used to detect the distance to the object CAUTION The Ultrasonic Front and...

Page 197: ...front display will have either three or six lights depending on whether your vehicle is equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control ACC If your vehicle has ACC it will have three lights along with the ACC...

Page 198: ...at a forward speed of less than 5 mph 8 km h or if you are already within a 4 ft 1 2 m distance to a detected object when UFRPA first comes on the following describes what will occur according to you...

Page 199: ...between 12 inches 0 3 m and 23 inches 0 6 m all three lights amber amber red will be lit At distances less than 12 inches 0 3 m a chime will sound for a short time and all three lights amber amber red...

Page 200: ...last drive when you turned off the vehicle If the attached objects are removed from your vehicle before the start of your next drive the system will return to normal unless an object is detected when...

Page 201: ...ionary center console the power outlet is located inside the lower storage area There are outlets also on the right front lower part of the driver s seat and in the lower storage bin See Center Consol...

Page 202: ...Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter Notice If you put papers pins...

Page 203: ...tte lighters can be used to provide electrical power to accessories See Accessory Power Outlet s on page 201 for more information Analog Clock The analog clock is located on the instrument panel above...

Page 204: ...ning performance is needed for a short amount of time to avoid exterior odors and fogging Automatic Operation AUTO 9 Automatic Fan When this position is selected on the fan control the system will adj...

Page 205: ...interior temperature settings and the outside temperature If the AUTO position is selected on the fan or mode control the system will automatically control the air conditioning compressor The A C com...

Page 206: ...ntrol to this mode to direct approximately half of the air to the instrument panel outlets and most of the remaining air to the floor outlets In automatic operation cooler air is directed to the upper...

Page 207: ...mperature selected by the front passenger will also control the rear system air temperature unless the rear seat passengers select their own comfort setting If the PASS button is pressed to turn the p...

Page 208: ...interior temperature sensor located next to the steering wheel that measures the temperature of the air inside your vehicle There is also an exterior temperature sensor located behind the front grille...

Page 209: ...and warm the passengers Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly W Floor Defog Turn the control to this mode to direct approximately half of the air to the floor ou...

Page 210: ...or blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window Do not adhere anything to the defogger grid lines in the rear glass These actions may damage the rear defogger Repairs would not be covered by...

Page 211: ...e control panel will also be selected for the rear passengers If the rear passenger would like to adjust the rear climate control system they can select a different temperature and a different mode or...

Page 212: ...ease the temperature for the rear seat passengers Once the rear setting temperature is altered from following the front setting temperature it will no longer follow changes to the front setting temper...

Page 213: ...e passenger compartment air filter see Scheduled Maintenance on page 457 The access panel for the passenger compartment air filter is located under the hood near the windshield on the passenger s side...

Page 214: ...between the air filter and the compartment wall on the outboard side of the vehicle Then push in to flatten the pin holding the air filter in place Gently remove the air filter and any loose debris t...

Page 215: ...now 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 functions Often g...

Page 216: ...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 217: ...without the vehicle running Your vehicle s odometer works together with the driver information center You can set a Trip A and a Trip B odometer See Trip Fuel under DIC Controls and Displays on page...

Page 218: ...he chime nor the light will come on Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the key is turned to RUN or START a chime will sound for several seconds to remind the front passenger to...

Page 219: ...system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the airbag system may not be working properly T...

Page 220: ...lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger s frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag are enabled may inflate CAUTION If the on indicator comes on w...

Page 221: ...bag is off If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag and seat mounted...

Page 222: ...nd Displays on page 233 for more information Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop...

Page 223: ...warning light on can lead to an accident If the light is still on after you have pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With...

Page 224: ...u if there is a problem Low Tire Pressure Warning Light This light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition to RUN This light will also come on when one or more of your tires are significantly...

Page 225: ...turned on your vehicle needs service See Traction Control System TCS on page 303 for more information StabiliTrak Indicator Light For vehicles that have the StabiliTrak system this warning light shou...

Page 226: ...ur vehicle to overheat see Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 371 See Engine Overheating on page 369 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 239 for more information Engine Coolant Temp...

Page 227: ...r vehicle with this light on after awhile your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs tha...

Page 228: ...the Light Is On Steady following 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...

Page 229: ...quipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may...

Page 230: ...e engine The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil That is a check to be sure the light works If it does not come...

Page 231: ...mps are on See Exterior Lamps on page 186 for more information Cruise Control Light This light comes on whenever you set your cruise control The light will go out when the cruise control is turned off...

Page 232: ...cerns 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 the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gag...

Page 233: ...ometer on the right side If a problem is detected a warning message will appear on the display Be sure to take any message that appears on the display seriously and remember that clearing the message...

Page 234: ...FUEL RANGE This display shows the approximate number of remaining miles mi or kilometers km you can drive without refilling the fuel tank This estimate is based on the current driving conditions and...

Page 235: ...ay To reset this display press the set reset button The display will return to zero TIMER ON OFF This display can be used like a stopwatch You can record the time it takes to travel from one point to...

Page 236: ...items can be displayed by pressing the vehicle information button OIL LIFE REMAINING If the vehicle has this display it shows the estimated oil life remaining If you see 99 OIL LIFE REMAINING on the d...

Page 237: ...en turned off See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 239 and Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist UFRPA on page 196 for more information FRONT TIRES or REAR TIRES The pressure for each tire can be...

Page 238: ...r vehicle To match an RKE transmitter to your vehicle do the following 1 Press the vehicle information button until RELEARN REMOTE KEY displays 2 Press the set reset button The message REMOTE KEY LEAR...

Page 239: ...dropping beyond a reasonable level The battery saver system starts reducing certain features of the vehicle that you may be able to notice At the point that the features are disabled this message is d...

Page 240: ...pressing the vehicle information button See DIC Controls and Displays on page 233 If the tire pressure is low the low tire pressure warning light comes on See Low Tire Pressure Warning Light on page 2...

Page 241: ...le If this message continues to appear have the system repaired by your dealer as soon as possible to avoid damage to the engine ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE Notice If you drive your vehicle while th...

Page 242: ...the engine from damage There could be several malfunctions that might cause this message Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle s ability to accelerate If this message is on but there is no reduc...

Page 243: ...turns off See Heated Washer Fluid under Windshield Washer on page 168 for more information HEATING WASH Washer FLUID WASH Washer WIPES PENDING This message displays when you turn on the heated washer...

Page 244: ...engine damage may occur If a low oil pressure warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and or DIC stop the vehicle as soon as possible Do not drive the vehicle until the cause of the low oil pr...

Page 245: ...closed completely RADAR CRUISE NOT READY This message displays when the Adaptive Cruise Control ACC system will not activate due to a temporary condition Your vehicle does not require service If this...

Page 246: ...system Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately See Airbag Readiness Light on page 219 for more information SERVICE A C SYSTEM This message displays when the air delivery mode door or the...

Page 247: ...level is low Have the brake system serviced by your dealer as soon as possible SERVICE PARKING ASSIST If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist UFRPA system this message displa...

Page 248: ...e your vehicle serviced by your dealer SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM This message displays when there is a problem with the theft deterrent system programmed in the key A fault has been detected in t...

Page 249: ...H km h message appears After a few seconds the CRUISE SET TO XXX MPH km h message clears and the message SET SPD XX displays at the bottom of the DIC See CRUISE SET TO XXX MPH km h earlier in this sec...

Page 250: ...ed properly TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE This message displays when the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM system is re learning the tire positions on your vehicle See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 406 The tire...

Page 251: ...re that the trunk is closed completely TURN SIGNAL ON This message displays as a reminder to turn off the turn signal if you drive your vehicle for more than about 1 mile 1 6 km with a turn signal on...

Page 252: ...ure Entering the Feature Settings Menu 1 Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in PARK P To avoid excessive drain on the battery it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off 2 Press the cu...

Page 253: ...lable settings and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it AUTO DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select when the vehicle s doors will automatically lock See Progra...

Page 254: ...lt All of the doors will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into PARK P NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain Choose one of the available settings and press...

Page 255: ...ss Entry RKE transmitter You will not receive feedback when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter if the doors are open See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 92 for more infor...

Page 256: ...mitter is pressed while a door is open NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain Choose one of the available settings and press the set reset button while it is...

Page 257: ...KE transmitter is pressed or the vehicle is no longer off See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 92 for more information NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current set...

Page 258: ...RSE R BOTH MIRRORS The driver s and passenger s outside mirrors will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE R NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will...

Page 259: ...this feature it allows you to select your preference for the memory seat recall feature See Memory Seat Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 11 for more information Press the customization button until...

Page 260: ...nabled NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain Choose one of the available settings and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select i...

Page 261: ...with your vehicle s audio system you can use it with less effort as well as take advantage of its features While your vehicle is parked set up your audio system by presetting your favorite radio stat...

Page 262: ...ation of your vehicle s engine radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added Your vehicle has a feature cal...

Page 263: ...onized Occasionally you may need to set the digital radio clock using the procedure below to synchronize both clocks Setting the Time and Date on the Digital Radio Clock If your vehicle has a radio wi...

Page 264: ...er the desired option then press the clock button again to apply the selected default or let the screen time out Setting the Time Radio with Six Disc CD Player Enabling Disabling the Digital Radio Clo...

Page 265: ...re not synchronized Occasionally you may need to set the digital radio clock using the procedure below to synchronize both clocks Setting the Time and Date on the Digital Radio Clock If your vehicle h...

Page 266: ...ushbutton located under that symbol until the time and date settings are displayed along with a forward arrow 3 Press the pushbutton located under the forward arrow until the time 12H and 24H and the...

Page 267: ...r to receive the XM service For more information contact XM in the U S at www xmradio com or call 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 or in Canada at www xmradio ca or call 1 877 GET XMSR 438 9677 Playing the Radio O...

Page 268: ...sit www bose com To activate AudioPilot do the following steps 1 Set the radio volume to the desired level 2 Press the MENU button to display the radio setup menu 3 Press the pushbutton located under...

Page 269: ...nd steering wheel controls if the vehicle has this feature See Defensive Driving on page 296 FAV Favorites A maximum of 36 stations can be programmed as favorites using the six pushbuttons positioned...

Page 270: ...der the desired label Turn the tune knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the highlighted setting The highlighted setting can also be adjusted by pressing either the SEEK FWD forward or REV rev...

Page 271: ...ing the Speakers Balance Fade BAL FADE Balance Fade To adjust balance or fade press the tune knob until the speaker control labels display Continue pressing to highlight the desired label or press the...

Page 272: ...ovides the best sound quality for all seating positions Driv Driver Select this screen button to adjust the audio for the driver to receive the best possible sound quality Rear Select this screen butt...

Page 273: ...thin the selected category 4 To exit the category search mode press the FAV button or BAND button to display your favorites again Undesired XM categories can be removed through the setup menu To remov...

Page 274: ...rted the CD symbol displays As each new track starts to play the track number displays If playing a CD R the sound quality can be reduced due to CD R quality the method of recording the quality of the...

Page 275: ...k If either SEEK arrow is held or pressed multiple times the player continues moving backward or forward through the CD s REV Reverse Press and hold this button to reverse playback quickly within a tr...

Page 276: ...in the player Press this button again and the system automatically searches for an auxiliary input device such as a portable audio player If a portable audio player is not connected No Aux Input Devic...

Page 277: ...a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen Notice If you add any label to a CD insert more than one CD into t...

Page 278: ...dom rather than sequential order on one CD or all CDs in a six disc CD player To use random do one of the following To play the tracks in random order from the CD that is currently playing press the p...

Page 279: ...again There could have been a problem while burning the CD The label could be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs r...

Page 280: ...AUX CD Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD when a portable audio device is playing Press this button again and the system begins playing audio from the connected portable audio player If a porta...

Page 281: ...work Minimize the length of the file folder or playlist names Long file folder or playlist names or a combination of a large number of files and folders or playlists can cause the player to be unable...

Page 282: ...hen the CD R contains only playlists and compressed audio files but no folders all files are located under the root folder The folder down and the folder up buttons search playlists Px first and then...

Page 283: ...everse or advance through the currently playing song Playing an MP3 Insert a CD R partway into the slot Single CD Player or press the load button and wait for the message to insert disc Six Disc CD Pl...

Page 284: ...ays The CD R can be removed If the CD R is not removed after several seconds the CD R automatically pulls back into the player and begins playing For the Six Disc CD player press and hold the eject bu...

Page 285: ...se the music navigator feature to play MP3 files on the CD R in order by artist or album Press the pushbutton located below the music navigator label The player scans the disc to sort the files by art...

Page 286: ...cal order on the CD R and begins playing MP3 files from that album To exit music navigator mode press the button below the Back label to return to normal MP3 playback BAND Press this button to listen...

Page 287: ...a the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear sh...

Page 288: ...security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message appears after having your vehicle serviced check with your dealer XM Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to ch...

Page 289: ...le Identification Number VIN If the radio is moved to a different vehicle it will not operate If the radio is removed from your vehicle the original VIN in the radio can be used to trace the radio bac...

Page 290: ...index of your vehicle s navigation system manual for more information SRCE Source Press this button to switch between AM FM or XM if equipped radio or CD e e Volume Press the plus or minus button to...

Page 291: ...Static can also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble on your radio FM Stereo FM stereo will give the best sound but F...

Page 292: ...h in a mild neutral detergent solution mixed with water and clean it Make sure the wiping process starts from the center to the edge Do not touch the bottom side of a CD while handling it this could d...

Page 293: ...telephone to your vehicle and the antenna needs to be attached to the glass make sure that the grid lines for the AM FM antenna are not damaged Make sure the cellular telephone antenna does not touch...

Page 294: ...NOTES 294...

Page 295: ...06 Off Road Recovery 309 Passing 309 Loss of Control 311 Driving at Night 312 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 314 City Driving 316 Freeway Driving 317 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 318 Highway Hypnos...

Page 296: ...pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common A...

Page 297: ...tes nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medi...

Page 298: ...drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means...

Page 299: ...answer What if there is an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collis...

Page 300: ...de to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths of a second But that is only an a...

Page 301: ...the engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push A...

Page 302: ...els is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels ABS can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is pro...

Page 303: ...wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that the front wheels are spinning too much or beginning to lose traction When this happens the...

Page 304: ...CTION CONTROL OFF when you press the button Adding non GM accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 347 for more information Magnetic Ride Control You...

Page 305: ...ADY message may be displayed in the DIC and the traction control system and StabiliTrak warning light on the instrument panel cluster will be on after first driving the vehicle and exceeding 19 mph 30...

Page 306: ...tic Speed Variable Assist Steering System This system continuously adjusts the effort you feel when steering at all vehicle speeds It provides ease when parking yet a firm solid feel at highway speeds...

Page 307: ...tive See StabiliTrak System on page 305 Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions Under less favora...

Page 308: ...ese First apply your brakes See Braking on page 300 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 309: ...edge Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two lane highway waits for just the right moment accelerates moves around...

Page 310: ...enly slows or stops Keep back a reasonable distance When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and do not get too close Time your move so you will...

Page 311: ...ing In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are...

Page 312: ...g Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any Anti Lock Brake System ABS helps av...

Page 313: ...en 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...

Page 314: ...es are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It is wise to keep your windshield wiping equi...

Page 315: ...there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just is not a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through D...

Page 316: ...yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires on page 394 City Driving One of the biggest problems with ci...

Page 317: ...ime and energy See Freeway Driving on page 317 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before yo...

Page 318: ...st before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there is not another vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable follo...

Page 319: ...ay Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an ea...

Page 320: ...ps safer and more enjoyable Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads CAUTION If you do...

Page 321: ...go down a steep or long hill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own la...

Page 322: ...scraper a small 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...

Page 323: ...u can get wet ice when it is about freezing 32 F 0 C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed b...

Page 324: ...oads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard...

Page 325: ...base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the v...

Page 326: ...he wheels but you do not want to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your vehicle s tires spin at...

Page 327: ...tries it may need to be towed out If your vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 334 Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carr...

Page 328: ...nflation Tire Pressure on page 402 There is also important loading information on the Certification label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for th...

Page 329: ...here will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo bei...

Page 330: ...ant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weigh...

Page 331: ...s The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Label A vehicle specific Certification label is attached to the rear edge of t...

Page 332: ...t out See Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit earlier in this section CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gr...

Page 333: ...arry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Automatic Level Control This feature keeps the rear of your vehicle level as the load changes It is automatic you do not need to adjust any...

Page 334: ...wo wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly With the proper preparation and equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing following H...

Page 335: ...be towed with all four wheels on the ground If your vehicle must be towed you should use a dolly See Dolly Towing later in this section for more information Dolly Towing Your vehicle can be towed usi...

Page 336: ...ehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section Trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling...

Page 337: ...cle 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 your...

Page 338: ...r gross weight of your vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes 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 trai...

Page 339: ...the holes later when you remove the hitch If you do not seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See Engine Exhaust on page 126 Dirt and water can too Safety Cha...

Page 340: ...king This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working...

Page 341: ...r you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you are about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instru...

Page 342: ...can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here is how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but do not shift into PARK P 2 Have someone place chocks behind the trailer wheels 3 Whe...

Page 343: ...ulling 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 sys...

Page 344: ...NOTES 344...

Page 345: ...uid 364 Engine Coolant 366 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 369 Engine Overheating 369 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 371 Cooling System 372 Power Steering Fluid 377 Windshield Washer Flui...

Page 346: ...Washing Your Vehicle 435 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 436 Finish Care 436 Windshield and Wiper Blades 437 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 438 Tires 439 Sheet Metal Damage 439 Finish Damage 439 Und...

Page 347: ...nd safety including such things as airbags braking stability ride and handling emissions systems aerodynamics durability and electronic systems like anti lock brakes traction control and stability con...

Page 348: ...ttempt any vehicle maintenance task CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused If you use the wron...

Page 349: ...e rated at 87 octane or higher but your vehicle s acceleration may be slightly reduced and you may notice a slight audible knocking noise commonly referred to as spark knock If the octane is less than...

Page 350: ...To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing your emission control syst...

Page 351: ...uy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT General Motors recommends against the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission contro...

Page 352: ...unattended when refueling your vehicle This is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel d...

Page 353: ...iagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 227 The TIGHTEN G...

Page 354: ...fill 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 Un...

Page 355: ...lower left side of the instrument panel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release lever located near the center of the hood Move the release lever up and to the right t...

Page 356: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood here is what you will see 4 6L L37 Engine shown 4 6L LD8 Engine similar 356...

Page 357: ...ir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 379 J Automatic Transaxle Fluid Cap and Dipstick Out of View See Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 364 K Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter...

Page 358: ...n page 452 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged See Engin...

Page 359: ...arburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only tho...

Page 360: ...the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is ne...

Page 361: ...ator 4 Turn the key to OFF If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON 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 e...

Page 362: ...dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the fi...

Page 363: ...two screws on the top of the engine air cleaner filter housing cover CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans t...

Page 364: ...stick Notice Too much or too little fluid can damage the transaxle Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine or exhaust system parts starting a fire Too little flu...

Page 365: ...he engine air cleaner filter assembly on the driver s side of the vehicle and is marked TRANS FLUID See Engine Compartment Overview on page 356 for more information on location 1 After removing the en...

Page 366: ...adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check Automatic Transaxle Fluid earlier in this section 4 When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way...

Page 367: ...warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning...

Page 368: ...CAUTION Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and 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 littl...

Page 369: ...p is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured See Engine Compartment Overview on page 356 for more information on locatio...

Page 370: ...rating Mode on page 371 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The cos...

Page 371: ...til it cools down Also see Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode later in this section You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away Overheated Engine Protection Operati...

Page 372: ...oling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood here is what you will see A Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap B Electric Engine Cooling Fans 4 6L L37 Engine shown 4 6L LD8 Engine similar 3...

Page 373: ...t any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans should...

Page 374: ...luding the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 366 for more information If no coolant is visible in the surge tank add coolant as follows CAUTION Steam...

Page 375: ...tice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolan...

Page 376: ...diator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the cool...

Page 377: ...How to Check Power Steering Fluid To check the power steering fluid do the following 1 Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Uns...

Page 378: ...er symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 356 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instruc...

Page 379: ...work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too mu...

Page 380: ...s For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in the brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong...

Page 381: ...urn to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you apply the brakes with or without the vehicle moving your brak...

Page 382: ...hion To access the battery see Rear Underseat Fuse Block on page 447 You do not need to access the battery to jump start your vehicle See Jump Starting on page 384 CAUTION A battery that is not proper...

Page 383: ...the floor pan E Vehicle Storage 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 CAUT...

Page 384: ...ur vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work and it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s...

Page 385: ...nd all lamps that are not needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save the radio 4 Open the hoods and locate the positive and negative terminal locations on the other v...

Page 386: ...rhood electric fan CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the...

Page 387: ...onnect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Connect the red positive cable to the remote positive terminal location on the vehicle with the d...

Page 388: ...shorting may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch e...

Page 389: ...e aim the headlamps as described in the following procedure Notice To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly read all the instructions before beginning Failure to follow these instructions could...

Page 390: ...the headlamp Record the distance 4 At the wall measure from the ground upward A to the recorded distance from Step 3 and mark it 5 Draw or tape a horizontal line the width of the vehicle at the wall...

Page 391: ...the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line If you turn it clockwise it will raise the beam and if you turn it counterclockwise it will lower the beam The top edge of the cut off should be...

Page 392: ...ced you may notice that the beam is a slightly different shade than it was originally This is normal Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking...

Page 393: ...end nearest to the base of the wiper arm and slide the wiper blade element notched end last into the wiper blade claw sets 3 To engage the last claw into the notched end of the wiper blade element sq...

Page 394: ...oading Your Vehicle on page 327 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pr...

Page 395: ...a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code ind...

Page 396: ...load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 402 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 327...

Page 397: ...g Your Vehicle on page 327 E Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be inflated to 60 psi 420 kPa For more information on tire pressure and inflation see Inflation Tire Pre...

Page 398: ...guidelines C Dual Tire Maximum Load Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used in a dual configuration D DOT Department of Transportation The Depa...

Page 399: ...from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 60 as shown in item C of the illustration...

Page 400: ...degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascals kPa before a tire has built up heat from driving Se...

Page 401: ...a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg See Loading Your Vehicle on page 327 Occupant Distribution Designated seating positions Outward Facing Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical ti...

Page 402: ...ocedures The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire See Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 414 Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 150 lbs 68 k...

Page 403: ...vehicle can carry and an example of the Tire and Loading Information label see Loading Your Vehicle on page 327 How you load your vehicle affects the vehicle handling and ride comfort never load your...

Page 404: ...res See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 406 and DIC Controls and Displays on page 233 for additional information Professional Vehicle The proper inflation of the tires on your professional vehicl...

Page 405: ...icle load If your vehicle has P235 55R17 or P245 50R18 size tires and you will be driving at speeds of 100 mph 160 km h or higher where it is legal set the cold inflation pressure to the maximum infla...

Page 406: ...ration and displays see DIC Controls and Displays on page 233 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 239 You may notice during cooler weather conditions that the low tire pressure warning symbol and th...

Page 407: ...le start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur fo...

Page 408: ...wheel or more than five minutes to match all four tire and wheel positions the matching process stops and you will need to start over The TPMS matching process is outlined below 1 Set the parking brak...

Page 409: ...EM message will be displayed on the DIC screen This message should go off once you re install the road tire containing the TPMS sensor Federal Communications Commission FCC and Industry and Science Ca...

Page 410: ...important See Scheduled Maintenance on page 457 If your vehicle has a compact spare tire it should not be included in the tire rotation process Use the four tire rotation pattern shown A five tire ro...

Page 411: ...oth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 420 When It Is Time for New Tires One way to...

Page 412: ...y the tire manufacturer If the tires have an all season tread design the TPC spec number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 395 for additional information CA...

Page 413: ...al and bias belted tires as your vehicle s original tires Vehicles that have a tire pressure monitoring system may give an inaccurate low pressure warning if non TPC spec rated tires are installed on...

Page 414: ...for your vehicle and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician See Buying New Tires on page 412 and Accessories and Modifications on page 347 for additional information Uniform Tire Qu...

Page 415: ...s of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acc...

Page 416: ...for proper diagnosis Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the...

Page 417: ...on headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis If your vehicle is a professional model the wheels have a unique offset and bolt hole di...

Page 418: ...you or others may be injured in a crash CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combinatio...

Page 419: ...d and may require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to...

Page 420: ...be badly injured or even killed Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P CAUTION Continued CAUTION...

Page 421: ...next how to use the jack and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you will need is in the trunk To access the equipment do the following 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 102...

Page 422: ...e the retainer that holds the wrench and jack 5 Remove the wheel wrench jack and spare tire from the trunk See Spare Tire on page 430 for more information The tools you will be using include the jack...

Page 423: ...at end of the wheel wrench to gently pry the wheel covers off Be careful not to scratch the aluminum wheel edge and do not try to remove it with your hands Then loosen the wheel nuts with the wheel wr...

Page 424: ...CK with an arrow pointing to the jacking location on the vehicle 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 kille...

Page 425: ...ted inboard from the rocker molding 4 Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the jack lift head until the jack fits under the vehicle 5 Raise the jack until the metal flange fits firmly into t...

Page 426: ...aches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off 9 Remove any rust or dir...

Page 427: ...s back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 12 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the...

Page 428: ...brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 452 for the wheel nut torque specification 13 Tighte...

Page 429: ...orward in the trunk as possible Store the jack and wheel wrench in their compartment in the trunk For storage the jack must be raised until the screw end is flush with the edge of the jack The compact...

Page 430: ...to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have the full size tire repaired or replaced at your convenience Of course it...

Page 431: ...ehicle has a spare tire that does not match your vehicle s original road tires and wheels in size and type do not include the spare in the tire rotation Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Veh...

Page 432: ...a product for cleaning your vehicle s glass Should it become necessary you can also obtain a product from your dealer to remove odors from your vehicle s upholstery Do not clean your vehicle using the...

Page 433: ...h with water or club soda 2 Wring the cloth to remove excess moisture 3 Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center Continue cleaning using a clean area of the cloth each ti...

Page 434: ...eather Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust If a more thorough cleaning is necessary a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild so...

Page 435: ...not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 467 Washing Your Vehicle...

Page 436: ...basecoat clearcoat paint finish may damage it Use only non abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish on your vehicle The vehicle has a basecoat clearcoat paint f...

Page 437: ...shield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean t...

Page 438: ...or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Notice Using chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels The repairs...

Page 439: ...n the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials available from yo...

Page 440: ...hin 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first Vehicle Care Appearance Materials Description Usage Polishing Cloth Wax Treated Interior and exterior polishing cloth Tar and...

Page 441: ...t Lifter Quickly removes spots and stains from carpets vinyl and cloth upholstery Odor Eliminator Odorless spray odor eliminator used on fabrics vinyl leather and carpet Vehicle Identification Vehicle...

Page 442: ...pment Do not remove this label from the vehicle Electrical System Add On Electrical Equipment Notice Do not add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first Some electri...

Page 443: ...e motor cools and will then restart A fuse powers the wiper motor If the fuse blows there is an electrical problem Be sure to have it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers prote...

Page 444: ...Pick some feature of your vehicle 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...

Page 445: ...Fuses Usage F1 Spare F2 Driver s Side Low Beam F3 Passenger s Side Low Beam F4 Airbag Ignition Fuses Usage F5 Engine Control Module F6 Transaxle Ignition F7 Spare F8 Spare 445...

Page 446: ...ensor F22 Powertrain F23 Engine Control Module ECM Crank F24 Injector Coil F25 Injector Coil F26 Air Conditioning F27 Air Solenoid F28 Engine Control Module Transaxle Control Module ECM TCM F29 Spare...

Page 447: ...seat cushion you could cause a short that could damage the battery and or wires Avoid contact between the rear seat and the fuse center whenever you remove or reinstall the rear seat Do not remove co...

Page 448: ...be sure 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...

Page 449: ...JC2 Rear Defogger Option JC3 Automatic Leveling Control Compressor Fuses Usage F1 Amplifier F2 Navigation Japan Option F3 Interior Lamps F4 Courtesy Passenger Side Front Turn Signal F5 Canister Vent F...

Page 450: ...Module F26 Trunk Release Option F27 Heated Cooled Seats Option Fuses Usage F28 Engine Control Module Transaxle Control Module ECM TCM F29 Regulated Voltage Control Sense F30 Not Used F31 Instrument P...

Page 451: ...age F39 Terminating Resistor Relays Usage R1 Retained Accessory Power R2 Park Lamps R3 Run R4 Park Lamps Export Option R5 Front Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Fan Option R6 Trunk Release Option...

Page 452: ...aution label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 12 6 qt 12 0 L Engine Oil with Filter 7 5 qt 7 1 L Fuel Tank 18 5 gal 70 0 L Transaxle 7 0 qt 6 6 L Wheel Nut To...

Page 453: ...led Maintenance 457 Additional Required Services 460 Maintenance Footnotes 461 Owner Checks and Services 463 At Each Fuel Fill 464 At Least Once a Month 464 At Least Once a Year 465 Recommended Fluids...

Page 454: ...ies See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details Maintenance Requirements Notice Maintenance intervals checks inspections replacement parts and recommended fluids and lubr...

Page 455: ...Using the Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition But we do not know exactly how you will drive it You may drive very short distances onl...

Page 456: ...her information CAUTION Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous In trying to do some jobs you can be seriously injured Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know...

Page 457: ...done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle We recommend the use of genuine GM parts Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message in the Driver Information Center DIC comes on...

Page 458: ...aintenance I and Maintenance II Generally it is recommended that your first service be Maintenance I your second service be Maintenance II and that you alternate Maintenance I and Maintenance II there...

Page 459: ...pection and Rotation on page 410 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 464 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid...

Page 460: ...amage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 362 Throttle body service An Emission Control Service See...

Page 461: ...perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance ser...

Page 462: ...Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced Also look for any opened or broken airbag coverings and have them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance f Lubricate all...

Page 463: ...lve and inspect all surfaces Clean as required m If you drive regularly under dusty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change n Visually inspect belt for fraying excessive cracks or obvi...

Page 464: ...page 366 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer fluid reservoir and add the proper fluid if necessary At Least Once a...

Page 465: ...er position contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle...

Page 466: ...regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking b...

Page 467: ...Solvent Usage Fluid Lubricant 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 Power Steering Sy...

Page 468: ...obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter Element 22676970 A1627C Engine Oil Filter 89017342 PF61 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element 25689297 C...

Page 469: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 4 6L V8 Engines 469...

Page 470: ...ices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 454 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 463 can be added on the following record pages You shoul...

Page 471: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 471...

Page 472: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 472...

Page 473: ...479 Roadside Service 480 Courtesy Transportation 481 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 484 Collision Damage Repair 485 Reporting Safety Defects 489 Reporting Safety Defects to the Unite...

Page 474: ...er contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help in the United States contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center 2...

Page 475: ...informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision give...

Page 476: ...that the entire dispute settlement process from the time you file your complaint to the final decision should be completed in approximately 70 days We believe our impartial program offers advantages...

Page 477: ...ation and to register your vehicle My GM Canada Canada only My GM Canada is a password protected section of gmcanada com where you can save information on GM vehicles get personalized offers and use h...

Page 478: ...es Customer Assistance Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P O Box 33169 Detroit MI 48232 5169 www Cadillac com 1 800 458 8006 1 800 43 FLEET 1 800 433 5338 Cadillac Profes...

Page 479: ...gram This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair...

Page 480: ...any situation covered by the base warranty coverage and at a nominal charge if the Cadillac is no longer covered by the base warranty Roadside Service is available only in the United States and Canad...

Page 481: ...very Roadside Service for the Hearing or Speech Impaired Roadside Service is prepared to assist owners who have hearing difficulties or are speech impaired Cadillac has installed special telecommunica...

Page 482: ...service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait GM helps to minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options Depending on the circumstances...

Page 483: ...coverage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty...

Page 484: ...s operated such as data related to engine speed brake application throttle position vehicle speed safety belt usage airbag readiness airbag performance and the severity of a collision If your vehicle...

Page 485: ...and it is damaged have the damage repaired by a qualified technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts Poorly performed collision repairs will diminish your vehicle s resale val...

Page 486: ...d technicians and state of the art equipment or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM trained technicians and comparable equipment Insuring Your Vehicle Protect your investment in...

Page 487: ...cident This will help guard against post accident legal action If you need roadside assistance call GM Roadside Assistance See Roadside Service on page 480 for more information If your vehicle cannot...

Page 488: ...your vehicle If you have a question ask for an explanation Reputable shops welcome this opportunity Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs G...

Page 489: ...ay open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems betwee...

Page 490: ...Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc Transmission Transaxle Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual Th...

Page 491: ...ins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 0...

Page 492: ...NOTES 492...

Page 493: ...Airbag Equipped Vehicle 82 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 75 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 76 Airbag System cont When Should an Airbag Inflate 73 Where Are the Airbags 69 Analog Clock 203 A...

Page 494: ...ature 289 Understanding Radio Reception 291 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 293 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 364 Operation 118 B Backglass Antenna 292 Battery 382 Electric Power Management 194 Exterior...

Page 495: ...ngs Under the Hood 354 Chemical Paint Spotting 440 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems 47 Infants and Young Children 43 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 53 Older Children 40 Securing a Chil...

Page 496: ...ngine 117 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 369 Cooled Seats 10 Cooling System 372 Cornering Lamps 192 Courtesy Lamps 193 Cruise Control 169 Cruise Control Adaptive 173 Cruise Control Forward Collision Alert FA...

Page 497: ...ht 312 City 316 Defensive 296 Drunken 297 Freeway 317 Hill and Mountain Roads 320 Driving cont In Rain and on Wet Roads 314 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 327 Winter 322 Dual Climate Control Syste...

Page 498: ...Finish Damage 439 Flashers Hazard Warning 158 Flash to Pass 165 Flat Tire 419 Flat Tire Changing 420 Flat Tire Storing 429 Fluid Automatic Transaxle 364 Power Steering 377 Windshield Washer 378 Fog La...

Page 499: ...ning Lamps 190 Flash to Pass 165 Headlamps cont High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 392 High Low Beam Changer 161 On Reminder 190 Wiper Activated 190 Heated Seats 10 Heated Steering Wheel 159 Heater...

Page 500: ...t 194 Exterior 186 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 192 Fog 191 Inadvertent Power Battery Saver 195 Reading 193 LATCH System Child Restraints 53 Light Airbag Readiness 219 Anti Lock Brake System Warnin...

Page 501: ...er Controls 9 Lumbar Controls Rear Power 17 M Magnetic Ride Control 304 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services 460 At Each Fuel Fill 464 At Least Once a Month 464 At Least Once a Year 465 I...

Page 502: ...Navigation Radio System see Navigation Manual 289 New Vehicle Break In 113 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 468 O Odometer 217 Off Road Recovery 309 Oil Engine 357 Pressure Light 230 Oil Engine O...

Page 503: ...erformance Shifting 121 Power Accessory Outlet s 201 Door Locks 99 Electrical System 443 Inadvertent Battery Saver 195 Power cont Lumbar Controls 9 Rear Lumbar Controls 17 Reclining Seatbacks 13 Retai...

Page 504: ...lining Seatbacks Power 13 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 467 Recreational Vehicle Towing 334 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 91 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 92 Removing the Flat Tire a...

Page 505: ...elt Height Adjuster 31 Safety Warnings and Symbols 4 Scheduled Maintenance 457 Seats Center Seat 16 Head Restraints 15 Heated and Cooled Seats 10 Heated Seats Rear 16 Massaging Lumbar 10 Memory Mirror...

Page 506: ...Audio 289 Steering Wheel Controls Memory 11 Steering Wheel Heated 159 Steering Wheel Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column 159 Steering Wheel Tilt Wheel 158 Storage Areas Center Console Sto...

Page 507: ...Terminology and Definitions 400 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 414 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 416 Wheel Replacement 416 When It Is Time for New Tires 411 Towing Recreational Vehicle 334 Towing a T...

Page 508: ...Warnings and Messages 239 Hazard Warning Flashers 158 Other Warning Devices 158 Safety and Symbols 4 Vehicle Damage 5 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 416 Different Size 414 Replacement 416 Where to...

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