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Removing the Spare Tire

The compact spare tire is located under the
vehicle, ahead of the rear bumper. See

Compact

Spare Tire on page 442

for more information

about the compact spare.

To remove the spare tire from the vehicle, do the
following:

A. Wheel Wrench

B. Cable

C. Retainer

D. Compact Spare Tire

1. Open the liftgate. See

Power Liftgate on

page 104

for more information.

2. Open the storage compartment door of the

cargo management system that is nearest
the liftgate and remove the container.

3. Attach the wheel wrench (A) into the hoist

shaft.

4. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to

lower the spare tire to the ground. Continue
turning the wrench until the spare tire (D) can
be pulled out from under the vehicle.

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Summary of Contents for 2007 SRX

Page 1: ...tems 112 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 116 Mirrors 134 OnStar System 139 Universal Home Remote System 143 Storage Areas 153 Sunroof 156 Instrument Panel 161 Instrument Panel Overview 164 Climate...

Page 2: ...ulb Replacement 396 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 397 Tires 398 Appearance Care 443 Vehicle Identification 453 Electrical System 454 Capacities and Specifications 464 Maintenance Schedule 467 Mai...

Page 3: ...al This manual describes features that may be available in this model but your vehicle may not have all of them For example more than one entertainment system may be offered or your vehicle may have b...

Page 4: ...nual and the page number where it can be found Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you...

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: ...7 Driver Position 27 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 35 Right Front Passenger Position 36 Rear Seat Passengers 36 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 39 Safety Belt Pretensioners 42 Safety Belt Extender...

Page 8: ...strain 79 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 80 Passenger Sensing System 81 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 87 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 88 Restraint System Check...

Page 9: ...e person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked Your vehicle may have manual seats To adjust the seat lift the bar under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide th...

Page 10: ...se or lower the rear part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the horizontal control up or down Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire horizontal control up or down The vertical con...

Page 11: ...nd to turn the heat to the seatback off Indicator lights next to the button show the level of heat selected three for high two for medium and one for low J Heated Seat and Seatback Press this button t...

Page 12: ...Pedal on page 120 for more information 2 Press and hold button 1 for at least three seconds Two beeps will sound to confirm that the seat and mirror positions have been saved 3 Repeat the procedure f...

Page 13: ...tter with the number 2 on the back To recall the stored exit positions press and release the exit button One beep will sound and the seat will move to the previously stored exit position for the curre...

Page 14: ...tback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked If your front passe...

Page 15: ...ght position 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Power Reclining Seatbacks If your seats have power reclining seatbacks use the vertical power seat control located on the outboar...

Page 16: ...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 forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could...

Page 17: ...p to raise it To lower it press the button located on the top of the seatback and push the head restraint down The front seat head restraints can also tilt forward and rearward The second row seat hea...

Page 18: ...back Store the head rest front side facing up in the compartment behind the third row by inserting the head rest posts into the slots in the storage area Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation Adjusting the S...

Page 19: ...the second row seat has an easy entry feature This makes it easy to get in and out of the third row seat if your vehicle has one Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may ca...

Page 20: ...second row seat on the passenger s side of the vehicle Two buttons are located inside the liftgate One button is to tilt the seatback forward for added storage space or when storing a flat tire The ot...

Page 21: ...folded the panel on the seat must be folded forward to create the flat floor If the seat s path is blocked it will stop and back away Press the button again to return the seat to its previous position...

Page 22: ...d or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to...

Page 23: ...even buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or kil...

Page 24: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 24...

Page 25: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 25...

Page 26: ...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 27: ...ow to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller chi...

Page 28: ...e into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 42 Make sure the release button on the buckle is...

Page 29: ...ould be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the sho...

Page 30: ...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 31: ...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 32: ...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 33: ...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 34: ...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 35: ...u can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if...

Page 36: ...ght front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 27 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If the belt stops...

Page 37: ...ou pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pul...

Page 38: ...trong pelvic bones And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder...

Page 39: ...ush the button on the buckle Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small ad...

Page 40: ...the seatback 2 Slide the guide under and past the belt The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be...

Page 41: ...the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 36 Make sure that the should...

Page 42: ...a crash you will need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 90 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safe...

Page 43: ...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 44: ...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 45: ...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 46: ...ave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropria...

Page 47: ...s plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air...

Page 48: ...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 49: ...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 50: ...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 51: ...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 52: ...elt portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 55 for more information A child can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint i...

Page 53: ...up or to the side CAUTION A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Make sure the child is properly secured following the instr...

Page 54: ...acing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off We...

Page 55: ...must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor In order to use the LAT...

Page 56: ...ent B to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be...

Page 57: ...Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors Each outboard seating position in the second row has exposed metal lower anchors in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion To assist you i...

Page 58: ...secure a child restraint in the right front passenger s position or any third row position if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with th...

Page 59: ...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 60: ...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 61: ...tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a single tether rou...

Page 62: ...r Children LATCH on page 55 There are no top tether anchors in the third row seating positions Do not secure a child restraint in the third row if a national or local law requires that a top tether be...

Page 63: ...er If you are using a rear facing child restraint in the second row center position install the armrest retention strap 1 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap...

Page 64: ...h down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child re...

Page 65: ...e ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger airbag A rear seat is a safer place to secur...

Page 66: ...nger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no CAUTION Continued CAUTION Conti...

Page 67: ...u will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when...

Page 68: ...fety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positio...

Page 69: ...raint If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the sea...

Page 70: ...s Even though today s airbags are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job Here are the most important t...

Page 71: ...te in moderate to severe crashes where something hits the side of your vehicle They are not designed to inflate in frontal in rollover or in rear crashes CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Roof mount...

Page 72: ...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 73: ...airbag 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 201 for more information Where Ar...

Page 74: ...he right front passenger s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s seat mounted side impact airbag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door 74...

Page 75: ...t mounted side impact airbag is in the side of the passenger s seatback closest to the door The roof mounted side impact airbag for the driver and the passenger directly behind the driver is in the ce...

Page 76: ...or even death 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 oth...

Page 77: ...he dual stage driver airbag inflates to a level less than full deployment for moderate frontal impacts and to a full deployment for more severe frontal impacts Your vehicle has a dual depth passenger...

Page 78: ...act airbags are not intended to inflate in frontal or near frontal impacts rollovers or rear impacts In addition roof mounted side impact airbags are intended to inflate during a rollover or in a seve...

Page 79: ...strument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts Airbags distribute the force...

Page 80: ...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 81: ...and diagnostic module which records information after a crash See Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders on page 498 Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag systems Improper servic...

Page 82: ...n infant riding in a rear facing infant seat a child riding in a forward facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing...

Page 83: ...system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag if The right front passenger seat is unoccupied The system determines that an infant is present in a rear facing infant seat T...

Page 84: ...seat position in the vehicle and check with your dealer The passenger sensing system is designed to enable may inflate the right front passenger s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a pers...

Page 85: ...s light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system If this ever happens have the vehicle serviced promptly because an adult...

Page 86: ...d before a small occupant including a small adult sits in the right front passenger s seat You may want to consider not using seat covers or other aftermarket equipment See Adding Equipment to Your Ai...

Page 87: ...stem To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 505 CAUTION For up to 10 seconds after the ignition is turned off and the battery is disconnected an airbag can...

Page 88: ...stomer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 488 Q Because I have a disability I have to get my vehicle modified...

Page 89: ...look for any opened or broken 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 fron...

Page 90: ...e 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 infla...

Page 91: ...ft Deterrent Systems 112 Theft Deterrent System 112 PASS Key III 114 PASS Key III Operation 114 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 116 New Vehicle Break In 116 Ignition Positions 117 Retained Accesso...

Page 92: ...iversal Home Remote System With Three Round LED 143 Universal Home Remote System With One Triangular LED 143 Universal Home Remote System Operation With Three Round LED 144 Universal Home Remote Syste...

Page 93: ...uld be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and they could be serio...

Page 94: ...ore information Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Your Remote Keyless Entry RKE system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This...

Page 95: ...range This is normal for any RKE system If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this Check the distance You may be too far from...

Page 96: ...lamps will flash and or the horn will sound when you lock the doors with the RKE transmitter See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 231 for more information on programming this feature Unlock Press th...

Page 97: ...ter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any additional transmitt...

Page 98: ...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 transmitter with the positive side of the battery facing down Use a type CR2032 ba...

Page 99: ...he transmitter 2 Remove the old battery but do not use a metal object to do this 3 Slide the new battery into the transmitter with the positive side of the battery facing up Use a type CR2032 battery...

Page 100: ...e not locked So wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can...

Page 101: ...panels near the windows Push down on the manual lock lever to lock the door To unlock the door pull up on the lever Central Door Unlocking System Your vehicle has a central door unlocking feature When...

Page 102: ...or lock switch or the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 231 for more information Programmable Automatic Door Locks Your vehicle is programmed so...

Page 103: ...other rear door The rear doors on your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use When you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on do the following 1 Unlock the...

Page 104: ...remote keyless entry transmitter or by pressing the power lock switch a second time Power Liftgate Power Liftgate Operation Your vehicle has a power liftgate The vehicle must be in PARK P to power ope...

Page 105: ...ntil the liftgate starts moving Press the RKE button a second time during liftgate operations to reverse that operation See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 96 for more information Th...

Page 106: ...and the liftgate will automatically reverse direction to the fully closed or open position After removing the obstruction the liftgate may be power opened or closed normally If the liftgate encounters...

Page 107: ...the liftgate open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can not see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the liftgate open or if elect...

Page 108: ...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 109: ...function with the keys in the ignition and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave keys in a vehicle with children When there are children in t...

Page 110: ...ng you will need to replace or recharge your vehicle s battery To program each window follow these steps 1 With the ignition in ACCESSORY ON or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active close all do...

Page 111: ...itch is held Once the switch is released the express mode is re activated In this mode the window can still close on an object in its path Use care when using the override mode Window Lockout o Window...

Page 112: ...ems Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal Theft Deter...

Page 113: ...KE transmitter or by starting the vehicle with a valid key Testing the Alarm 1 From inside the vehicle roll down the window then get out of the vehicle keeping the door open 2 From outside of the vehi...

Page 114: ...horized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment PASS Key III uses a radio frequency transponder in the key that matches a decoder in your vehicle PASS Key III Operation Your ve...

Page 115: ...dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to get a new key blank that is cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system To program the new additional key do the following 1 Verify...

Page 116: ...shifting to brake or slow the vehicle If these procedures are not followed your engine axle or other parts could be damaged Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 km or so During this tim...

Page 117: ...he key This position locks the ignition steering wheel and transmission It is a theft deterrent feature B ACCESSORY This position allows you to use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when...

Page 118: ...ttery could be drained if you leave the key in the ignition while your vehicle is parked You may not be able to start your vehicle after it has been parked for an extended period of time Retained Acce...

Page 119: ...parts Your vehicle has a Computer Controlled Cranking System This feature assists in starting the engine and protects components If the ignition key is turned to the START position and then released...

Page 120: ...until the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts Notice Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way t...

Page 121: ...unwrap the electrical cord For the 3 6L V6 engines the cord is located in the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle in front of the fuse block For the 4 6L V8 engine the cord is o...

Page 122: ...PARK P This position locks the rear wheels It is the best position to use when you start the engine because your vehicle cannot move easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the s...

Page 123: ...to back up At low vehicle speeds you can also use REVERSE R to rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transmission See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand...

Page 124: ...old the vehicle in place Driver Shift Control DSC Notice If you drive your vehicle at high RPMs without upshifting while using Driver Shift Control DSC you could damage your vehicle Always upshift whe...

Page 125: ...s appropriate for the vehicle speed and engine Revolutions Per Minute RPM The transmission will not automatically shift to the next higher gear if the engine RPM is too high If shifting is prevented f...

Page 126: ...nstrument panel under the climate controls You should use this feature to assist when towing or hauling a heavy load When Tow Haul is activated the Tow Haul symbol will illuminate on the instrument pa...

Page 127: ...pressed This indicates the desired vehicle speed has been reached The tow haul mode and grade braking shift modes can be activated by pressing the button on the instrument panel console While in the D...

Page 128: ...ature wear or damage to brake system parts Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving A warning chime will sound if the parking brake is set the...

Page 129: ...a Trailer on page 331 To shift into PARK P use the following steps 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P by pressing the button on the front of the shift...

Page 130: ...if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pushing the button on the shift lever If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are pa...

Page 131: ...le to shift out of PARK P 1 Fully release the shift lever button 2 While holding down the brake pedal press the shift lever button again 3 Move the shift lever to the desired gear If you still cannot...

Page 132: ...hicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Repairs w...

Page 133: ...arage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 317 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P...

Page 134: ...he mirror use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Automatic...

Page 135: ...aused by a magnetic antenna mount note pad holder or similar object If the letter C appears in the compass window the compass may need to be reset or calibrated The mirror can be calibrated by driving...

Page 136: ...ppears on the display press the on off button quickly until you reach the correct zone number If C appears in the compass window the compass may need calibration See Compass Calibration listed previou...

Page 137: ...e LED indicator will turn on to indicate that this mirror is selected Then press the arrows located on the four way control pad to adjust the mirror Press B again to deselect the mirror The LED indica...

Page 138: ...y if the vehicle has the memory option See Memory Seat and Mirrors on page 12 for more information When the rear window defogger is turned on both outside rearview mirrors are heated to help clear the...

Page 139: ...our shoulder before changing lanes The passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so that more can be seen from the driver s seat The mirror does not have a dimming feature...

Page 140: ...er s Guide in your glove box or visit onstar com OnStar Services For new vehicles with OnStar the Safe Sound Plan or the Directions Connections Plan is included for one year from the date of purchase...

Page 141: ...pressing the OnStar button or calling 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 OnStar Virtual Advisor OnStar Virtual Advisor is a feature of OnStar Hands Free Calling that uses your minutes to access location b...

Page 142: ...s coverage network capacity and reception when the service is needed and technology that is compatible with the OnStar service Not all services are available everywhere particularly in remote or enclo...

Page 143: ...pment Authorization Certificate number is KOBGTV06A 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...

Page 144: ...ications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Universal Home Remote System Operation With Three Round LED Your vehicle may have th...

Page 145: ...the sale or lease termination of the vehicle the programmed buttons should be erased for security purposes See Erasing your Universal Home Remote Buttons later in this section Be sure that people and...

Page 146: ...Remove the battery cover of the hand held transmitter 2 Write down the eight to 12 coding switch settings from left to right When the switch is in the up position write on and when a switch is in the...

Page 147: ...you would like to use to control the garage door until the garage door moves The indicator light above the selected button should slowly blink You may need to hold the button from five to 55 seconds 7...

Page 148: ...you begin If you do not follow these actions the device will time out and you will have to repeat the procedure Follow these steps to program up to three channels 1 Press the two outside buttons at t...

Page 149: ...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 Home Rem...

Page 150: ...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 151: ...oor 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 rapi...

Page 152: ...as this will 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...

Page 153: ...ome Remote shown earlier in this section Individual buttons cannot be erased but they can be reprogrammed See Reprogramming a Single Universal Home Remote Button following this section Reprogramming a...

Page 154: ...vehicle has a center console storage area located between the front seats It includes storage areas and accessory power outlet s on the rear of the console Luggage Carrier CAUTION If you try to carry...

Page 155: ...ssible and against the side rails making sure to fasten it securely Cargo Cover If your vehicle has a cargo cover you can use it to cover items in the rear of the vehicle Pull the cover from the passe...

Page 156: ...ho are unbelted would be at risk of being ejected from the vehicle Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too The vehicle may have an Ultra View sunr...

Page 157: ...op to express close the sunshade Anti Pinch Feature If an object is in the path of the sunroof when it is closing the anti pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof from closing at the...

Page 158: ...d would be at risk of being ejected from the vehicle Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too The vehicle may have an Ultra View sunroof over the f...

Page 159: ...the sunroof Press the back of the front sunshade switch to open it Press it to the first stop to open the front sunshade to a desired position Press it again to express open the sunshade Press the fro...

Page 160: ...position and then return to the fully closed position Keep the switch pushed in the closed position for the entire open close cycle of the shade 3 At the same time press and hold the front sunroof sw...

Page 161: ...g Battery Saver 181 Instrument Panel Brightness 181 Entry Lighting 182 Parade Dimming 182 Reading Lamps 182 Electric Power Management 183 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA 184 Accessory Power Outlet...

Page 162: ...ow Haul Mode Light 213 Fuel Gage 213 Driver Information Center DIC 214 DIC Controls and Displays 215 DIC Warnings and Messages 220 DIC Vehicle Customization 231 Audio System s 240 Setting the Time Rad...

Page 163: ...NOTES 163...

Page 164: ...Instrument Panel Overview 164...

Page 165: ...Parking Brake on page 127 H Instrument Panel Brightness Control See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 181 I Tilt Wheel Lever See Tilt Wheel on page 166 J Adjustable Pedal Button If Equipped See Adj...

Page 166: ...e button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off While the hazard warning flashers are on the turn signals do not work Other Warni...

Page 167: ...in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following G Turn and Lane Change Signals See Turn and Lane Change Signals on page 168 P Exterior...

Page 168: ...d flashing of arrows when signaling for a turn or lane change may be caused by a burned out signal bulb Other driver s will not see the signal Replace burned out bulbs to help avoid possible accidents...

Page 169: ...beam usage Flash to Pass This feature allows you to use the high beam headlamps to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass Pull and hold the turn signal multifunction lever toward you...

Page 170: ...eld wiper lever must be in delay for this feature to work 6 Low Speed Put the lever in this position for slow steady wiping cycles 1 High Speed Put the lever in this position for rapid wiping cycles I...

Page 171: ...quirt onto the windshield and the wipers will run for a few cycles to clear the windshield For more wash cycles press and hold the button If your vehicle is low on washer fluid the WASHER FLUID LOW AD...

Page 172: ...this button to wash and wipe the window The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle as the windshield washer However the rear window washer will run out of fluid before the windshield washer If...

Page 173: ...f the windshield wiper lever Both the headlamps and the windshield will be washed After the first wash the headlamps will be washed after the fifth press of the windshield washer button The headlamps...

Page 174: ...se control a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about...

Page 175: ...uise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to You could be startled and even lose control Kee...

Page 176: ...There are two ways to go to a higher speed Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed Press the set button at the end of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You will...

Page 177: ...s 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 accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle s speed When going downh...

Page 178: ...r Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights 5 Headlamps Turn the control to this position to turn on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights Wiper Activate...

Page 179: ...ng conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL syst...

Page 180: ...may not be as bright as usual Make sure the instrument panel brightness lever is in the full bright position See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 181 To drive the vehicle with the DRL off turn the...

Page 181: ...n again when you switch back to low beam headlamps Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps Exterior Lighting Battery Saver If the parking lamps or headla...

Page 182: ...Parade Dimming This feature prohibits dimming of the instrument panel displays and backlighting during daylight hours when the key is in the ignition and the headlamps are on This feature operates wit...

Page 183: ...needed for very high electrical loads A high electrical load occurs when several of the following loads are on headlamps high beams fog lamps rear window defogger climate control fan at high speed hea...

Page 184: ...ON The Ultrasonic Rear Park Assist URPA system does not replace driver vision URPA does not Operate above speeds of 3 mph 5 km h Detect objects more than 5 feet 1 5 meters behind the vehicle This dist...

Page 185: ...eed greater than 3 mph 5 km h the red light will flash to remind you that the system does not work at a speed greater than 3 mph 5 km h If an object is detected at a REVERSE R speed of less than 3 mph...

Page 186: ...SE R until your vehicle is driven forward at least 15 mph 25 km h without any obstructions behind the vehicle For cleaning instructions see Washing Your Vehicle on page 447 Accessory Power Outlet s Th...

Page 187: ...otice Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for acc...

Page 188: ...ghter push it into the heating element and let go When the lighter is ready it will pop back out by itself Analog Clock The analog clock is located on the instrument panel above the radio The clock is...

Page 189: ...etting between 70 F 21 C and 80 F 27 C 3 Allow the system time to stabilize This might take several minutes in very hot or cold weather Then adjust the temperature as needed for best comfort Choosing...

Page 190: ...To change the current mode select one of the following positions using the right control AUTO Turn the control to this position to turn on the automatic delivery mode operation F Vent Turn the control...

Page 191: ...emperature to the drivers setting Turning the passenger s temperature display off does not turn off the climate control system for the passenger Recirculation Operation There are three options for bri...

Page 192: ...n the vehicle has cooled select auto air inlet or outside air Outside Air This mode pulls fresh air from outside the vehicle Outside air is always selected in defrost mode to prevent fogging Air Condi...

Page 193: ...ty moisture condensing on the cool window glass This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly There are two modes to clear fog from the windshield W Floor Defog Use this mode to...

Page 194: ...ogger grid lines in the rear glass These actions may damage the rear defogger Repairs would not be covered by your warranty Outlet Adjustment Use the knobs located in the center of each outlet to chan...

Page 195: ...he front control to AUX then the rear control can be used to increase and decrease the airflow Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air filter helps remove dust and pollen from t...

Page 196: ...or towards the windshield 3 While pressing forward lift the access panel out of the clipped position and pull towards the front of the vehicle This releases the clips and allows the panel door to be r...

Page 197: ...to let you know they are working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s func...

Page 198: ...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 199: ...Displays on page 215 for more information If your vehicle ever needs a new odometer installed the new one will be set to the correct mileage total of the old odometer Tachometer This gage indicates t...

Page 200: ...r the chime nor the light will come on Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the key is turned to ON or START a chime will sound for several seconds to remind the front passenger...

Page 201: ...r vehicle serviced right away If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on while you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced r...

Page 202: ...t front passenger s frontal airbag If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger s frontal airbag is enabled may inflate CAUTI...

Page 203: ...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 See Passenger Sensi...

Page 204: ...If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all unnecessary accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake...

Page 205: ...ght 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 the Anti L...

Page 206: ...n when your traction control system is limiting wheel spin You may feel or hear the system working but this is normal If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended...

Page 207: ...the shaded area the engine coolant is too hot and the engine coolant temperature warning light will come on See Engine Overheating on page 372 for more information Tire Pressure Light If your vehicle...

Page 208: ...ent more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Notice If you keep driving your vehicle with this light o...

Page 209: ...as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a saf...

Page 210: ...st equipment 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...

Page 211: ...e maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil If equipped this light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure The light goes on when you turn your key to ON...

Page 212: ...he fog lamps are turned off See Fog Lamps on page 181 for more information Lights On Reminder This light comes on whenever the parking lamps are on See Headlamps on Reminder on page 179 for more infor...

Page 213: ...w Haul mode has been activated For more information see Tow Haul Mode on page 126 Fuel Gage The fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank It works only when the engine is on If t...

Page 214: ...DIC is also used to display warning status messages All messages will appear in the DIC display located at the bottom of the instrument panel cluster below the tachometer and speedometer The DIC butt...

Page 215: ...he display Be sure to take any message that appears on the display seriously and remember that clearing the message will only make the message disappear not correct the problem DIC Controls and Displa...

Page 216: ...d holding the set reset button for a few seconds while the desired trip odometer is displayed FUEL RANGE This display shows the approximate number of remaining miles mi or kilometers km you can drive...

Page 217: ...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 218: ...MAINING If the vehicle has this display it shows the estimated oil life remaining If you see 99 OIL LIFE REMAINING on the display that means that 99 of the current oil life remains When the oil life i...

Page 219: ...FRONT TIRES or REAR TIRES If your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor TPM system the pressure for each tire can be viewed in the DIC The tire pressure will be shown in either pounds per square inch ps...

Page 220: ...itters matched to it 5 To exit the programming mode you must cycle the key to OFF SPEEDOMETER This display shows a digital speedometer in the DIC The speed will be displayed in either miles per hour m...

Page 221: ...OIL SOON When this message displays it means that service is required for your vehicle See your dealer See Engine Oil on page 360 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 471 for more information When you r...

Page 222: ...ditioning OFF This message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 207 To avoid added strain on a hot engine t...

Page 223: ...ination The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while this message is on but acceleration and speed may be reduced Anytime this...

Page 224: ...can result from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer as soon as possible when this message is displayed PARKING ASSIST OFF If your vehicle has the Ultrason...

Page 225: ...is a problem with the airbag system Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately See Airbag Readiness Light on page 201 for more information SERVICE A C SYSTEM This message displays when the...

Page 226: ...the brake fluid level is low The brake system warning light on the instrument panel cluster also comes on See Brake System Warning Light on page 204 for more information Have the brake system service...

Page 227: ...CE 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 the system which means that the system is dis...

Page 228: ...ms Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer STABILITRAK NOT READY This message may display and the Traction Control System and StabiliTrak Warning Light on the instrument panel cluster may be on afte...

Page 229: ...ssage displays if an engine or vehicle related problem has been detected and the vehicle needs service See your dealer The message turns off as soon as the conditions that caused the message to be dis...

Page 230: ...ON CONTROL OFF This message displays when the Traction Control System TCS is turned off Adjust your driving accordingly See Traction Control System TCS on page 281 for more information TRACTION CONTRO...

Page 231: ...ptions may not be available on your vehicle Only the options available will be displayed on your DIC The customization features were set to the default settings when your vehicle left the factory but...

Page 232: ...LAY LANGUAGE screen appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button to access the settings for this feature Then press the menu up down button to scroll through the following settings ENGLISH de...

Page 233: ...o allows you to select which doors and when they will automatically unlock See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 102 for more information Press the customization button until AUTO DOOR UNLOCK...

Page 234: ...you press the lock button on the RKE transmitter HORN ONLY The horn will sound on the second press of the lock button on the RKE transmitter HORN LIGHTS default The exterior lamps will flash when you...

Page 235: ...select whether or not the locking of the vehicle s doors will be delayed The locking of the vehicle s doors is delayed for up to five seconds after a power door lock switch is pressed when a door is...

Page 236: ...lamps will stay on for 30 seconds 1 MINUTE The exterior lamps will stay on for one minute 2 MINUTES The exterior lamps will stay on for two minutes NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The...

Page 237: ...hen press the menu up down button to scroll through the following settings NORMAL default The chime volume will be set to a normal level LOUD The chime volume will be set to a loud level NO CHANGE No...

Page 238: ...for more information Press the customization button until EASY EXIT SEAT appears in the display Press the set reset button to access the settings for this feature Then press the menu up down button t...

Page 239: ...edal feature the pedals will also automatically move 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 butto...

Page 240: ...es following to familiarize yourself with its features Driving without distraction is a necessity for a safer driving experience See Defensive Driving on page 274 By taking a few moments to read this...

Page 241: ...driving conditions permit you can tune to your favorite radio stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them Notice Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle su...

Page 242: ...ings appear 4 Press the pushbutton located under the currently displayed status of either ON or OFF The ON display indicates the radio clock display is disabled and the OFF display indicates the radio...

Page 243: ...ress the left SEEK arrow or the REV reverse button You can also turn the tune knob located on the upper right side of the radio faceplate to adjust the selected setting Changing the Time and Date Defa...

Page 244: ...il the menu for default clock and date settings appear 5 Press the pushbutton located under the currently displayed status of either ON or OFF The ON display indicates the radio clock display is disab...

Page 245: ...or date press the left SEEK arrow or the REV reverse button You can also turn the tune knob located on the upper right side of the radio faceplate to adjust the selected setting Changing the Time and...

Page 246: ...improperly If this happens contact the radio station XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada XM offers a large variety o...

Page 247: ...nder the desired Speed Compensated Volume setting OFF Low Med medium or High to select the level of radio volume compensation The display times out after approximately 10 seconds Each higher setting a...

Page 248: ...teering wheel controls if your vehicle has this feature See Defensive Driving on page 274 FAV Favorites A maximum of 36 stations can be programmed as favorites using the six pushbuttons positioned bel...

Page 249: ...TREB Bass Midrange or Treble To adjust bass midrange or treble press the tune knob until the tone control labels display Continue pressing to highlight the desired label or press the pushbutton positi...

Page 250: ...mode press the FAV button or BAND button to display your favorites again Undesired XM categories can be removed through the setup menu To remove an undesired category perform the following 1 Press th...

Page 251: ...that has been recorded and the way the CD R has been handled There can be an increase in skipping difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur check t...

Page 252: ...utton to advance playback quickly within a track Sound is heard at a reduced volume Release this button to resume playing the track The elapsed time of the track displays RDM Random With the random se...

Page 253: ...on when to insert the discs The CD player takes up to six CDs 3 Press the Load button again to cancel loading more CDs If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it stays in the pl...

Page 254: ...splays The CD can be removed If the CD is not removed after several seconds the CD automatically pulls back into the player and begins playing For the Six Disc CD player press and hold the eject butto...

Page 255: ...e showing disc and or track number displays when a CD is 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...

Page 256: ...auxiliary device while the vehicle is in PARK P See Defensive Driving on page 274 for more information on driver distraction To use a portable audio player connect a 3 5 mm 1 8 inch cable to the radio...

Page 257: ...s Pressing the CAT category button toggles between compressed and uncompressed audio format MP3 WMA Format If you burn your own MP3 WMA disc on a personal computer Make sure the MP3 files are recorded...

Page 258: ...s An MP3 CD R that was recorded using no file folders can also be played If a CD R contains more than the maximum of 50 folders 50 playlists and 255 files the player lets you access and navigate up to...

Page 259: ...aylist has played play continues from the first track of the first playlist Playlists can be changed by pressing the next and previous folder button the seek buttons or turning the tuner knob Play beg...

Page 260: ...CD R is in the player it stays in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD R starts to play where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source As each new track starts to play...

Page 261: ...o the player and begins playing For the Six Disc CD player press and hold the eject button for two seconds to eject all discs a Tune Turn this knob to select MP3 files on the CD R currently playing SE...

Page 262: ...r Use 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...

Page 263: ...etical 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 list...

Page 264: ...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 shor...

Page 265: ...For 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...

Page 266: ...the music sources radio CDs DVDs or other auxiliary sources However the rear seat passengers can only control the music sources the front seat passengers are not listening to except on some radios wh...

Page 267: ...n or channels and stay there This function is inactive with some radios if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio Press and hold the seek up or seek down arrow until the display flashes...

Page 268: ...e listening to the CD or DVD audio When a disc is playing in the CD or DVD changer press this button to select the next disc if multiple discs are loaded This function is inactive with some radios if...

Page 269: ...cognition in the Navigation System manual for more information If your vehicle has OnStar press and hold this button for longer than one second to interact with the OnStar system If your vehicle also...

Page 270: ...o Reception Frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cellphone chargers vehicle convenience accessories and external electronic devices are plugged in...

Page 271: ...stening to the radio If static is received while listening to the radio unplug the cellular phone and turn it off Care of Your CDs Handle CDs carefully Store them in their original cases or other prot...

Page 272: ...o pick up stations clearly The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty If static is heard on the radio when the rear window defogger is turned on it could mean that a defogger grid line has been...

Page 273: ...Steering 285 Off Road Recovery 287 Passing 287 Loss of Control 289 Off Road Driving 291 Driving at Night 306 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 308 City Driving 311 Freeway Driving 312 Before Leaving on...

Page 274: ...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 275: ...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 276: ...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 277: ...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 278: ...o 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 avera...

Page 279: ...get harder to push down If 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 pe...

Page 280: ...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 281: ...e than even the very best braking Traction Control System TCS Your vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions On a rear wheel dr...

Page 282: ...cle is required See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 322 and If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 321 for more information See also Winter Driving on page 317 for informa...

Page 283: ...and the other does this feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle StabiliTrak System Your vehicle is equipped with a vehicle stability enhancement system called StabiliTrak It is...

Page 284: ...ically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may reengage the cruise control See Cruise Control on page 174 for more information Panic Brake Assist Your vehicle has a pan...

Page 285: ...a curve depends on the condition of the tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you are in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you ar...

Page 286: ...es you cannot there is not room That is the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply the brakes See Braking on page...

Page 287: ...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 288: ...ng too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you are following a larger vehicle Also you will not have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops Keep back a reasonable di...

Page 289: ...s you can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration do not have enough fricti...

Page 290: ...oad For safety you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control mor...

Page 291: ...fun But it does have some definite hazards The greatest of these is the terrain itself Off roading means you have left the North American road system behind Traffic lanes are not marked Curves are not...

Page 292: ...king it more likely to roll over You can be seriously or fatally injured if the vehicle rolls over Put heavy loads inside the cargo area not on the roof Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward and...

Page 293: ...ass or other combustible materials that could catch fire from the heat of the vehicle s exhaust system Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip especially when going to a remote area...

Page 294: ...throw you out of position This could cause you to lose control and crash So whether you are driving on or off the road you and your passengers should wear safety belts Scanning the Terrain Off road d...

Page 295: ...r other obstacles your wheels can leave the ground If this happens even with one or two wheels you cannot control the vehicle as well or at all Because you will be on an unpaved surface it is especial...

Page 296: ...e if it is one of those hills that is just too steep to climb descend or cross Steepness can be hard to judge On a very small hill for example there may be a smooth constant incline with only a small...

Page 297: ...l Get a smooth start up the hill and try to maintain your speed Do not use more power than you need because you do not want your wheels to start spinning or sliding Try to drive straight up the hill i...

Page 298: ...make it up the hill A If this happens there are some things you should do and there are some things you must not do First here is what you should do Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep...

Page 299: ...Your vehicle will roll backwards very quickly and you could go out of control Instead apply the regular brake to stop the vehicle Then apply the parking brake Shift to REVERSE R release the parking br...

Page 300: ...ur vehicle under control at all times CAUTION Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade This could cause loss of control and a serious accident Apply the brakes l...

Page 301: ...sider A hill that can be driven straight up or down may be too steep to drive across When you go straight up or down a hill the length of the wheel base the distance from the front wheels to the rear...

Page 302: ...Driving across an incline that is too steep will make your vehicle roll over You could be seriously injured or killed If you have any doubt about the steepness of the incline do not drive across it Fi...

Page 303: ...d the vehicle starts to roll over you will be right in its path If you have to walk down the slope stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over CAUTION Getting out on the downhill l...

Page 304: ...or sand dunes the tires will tend to sink into the sand This has an effect on steering accelerating and braking Drive at a reduced speed and avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers Hard packed snow and...

Page 305: ...le can stall Stalling can also occur if you get the tailpipe under water And as long as the tailpipe is under water you will never be able to start the engine When you go through water remember that w...

Page 306: ...o the Maintenance Schedule for additional information Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs wi...

Page 307: ...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 308: ...ddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to s...

Page 309: ...vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning does not happen often But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can hap...

Page 310: ...d drown Do not ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your low beam headlamps not just your parkin...

Page 311: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy Se...

Page 312: ...ay as a passing lane At the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Tr...

Page 313: ...end to think you are going slower than you actually are Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you are ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you are not fresh such as after a day s work...

Page 314: ...oad with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Do not let it happen to you If it do...

Page 315: ...Road Driving on page 291 for information about driving off road Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work ha...

Page 316: ...o 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 transmission and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own l...

Page 317: ...a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be su...

Page 318: ...s to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Accelerate gently Try not to break t...

Page 319: ...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 320: ...e base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking the 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 321: ...you need to spin the wheels but you do not want to spin the 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 vehicl...

Page 322: ...can use the recovery hook if your vehicle has one If your vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 328 Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your v...

Page 323: ...ght B in kilograms and pounds The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the size of the original equipment tires C and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures D For more information on t...

Page 324: ...ill 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 being loa...

Page 325: ...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 326: ...the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Tire Label A vehicle specific Certification Tire label is attached to either the driver s door edge or...

Page 327: ...or either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Similar appearing vehicles may have different GVWRs and payloads Please note the Certification Tire label on y...

Page 328: ...a seat folded down unless you need to There is also important loading information for off road driving in this manual See Off Road Driving on page 291 Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or...

Page 329: ...would prepare your vehicle for a long trip you ll want to make sure your vehicle is prepared to be towed See Before Leaving on a Long Trip on page 313 Dinghy Towing Notice If you tow your vehicle wit...

Page 330: ...y follow these steps 1 Put the rear wheels on the dolly 2 Put the vehicle in PARK P 3 Set the parking brake and then remove the key 4 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clamp...

Page 331: ...ht of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling acceleration braking durability and fuel...

Page 332: ...0 miles 805 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 miles 805 km that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make...

Page 333: ...ontrol of vehicle speed while requiring less throttle pedal activity when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load Tow haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and trailer combin...

Page 334: ...rmation Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the driver is in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment The weight of additional optional equipment passengers and...

Page 335: ...weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 322 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you re using a weight carrying hitch or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongu...

Page 336: ...kg adding 1 275 lbs 578 kg brings the total to 3 975 lbs 1 803 kg This is very close to but within the limit for RGAWR as well The vehicle is set to trailer up to 8 500 lbs 3 856 kg But let s say you...

Page 337: ...your vehicle s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires You ll find these numbers on the Certification Tire label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 322 Then be sure you don t go over the G...

Page 338: ...d and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Befo...

Page 339: ...contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t stri...

Page 340: ...railer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hil...

Page 341: ...cheduled Maintenance on page 471 for more information Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant drive belt coo...

Page 342: ...NOTES 342...

Page 343: ...se 355 Engine Compartment Overview 356 Engine Oil 360 Engine Oil Life System 363 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 365 Automatic Transmission Fluid 367 Engine Coolant 368 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 371 E...

Page 344: ...oving the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 429 Secondary Latch System 436 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 439 Compact Spare Tire 442 Appearance Care 443 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehic...

Page 345: ...m 454 Add On Electrical Equipment 454 Windshield Wiper Fuses 454 Power Windows and Other Power Options 454 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 455 Underhood Fuse Block 455 Rear Underseat Fuse Block Left Side 4...

Page 346: ...u to be happy with it We hope you will go to your dealer for all your service needs You will get genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people We hope you will want to keep your GM vehi...

Page 347: ...nt and function with other systems on your vehicle Your GM dealer can accessorize your vehicle using genuine GM Accessories When you go to your GM dealer and ask for GM Accessories you will know that...

Page 348: ...proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 505 Your ve...

Page 349: ...than 87 you may notice an audible knocking noise when you drive commonly referred to as spark knock If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible If you are using gas...

Page 350: ...lamp may turn on and your vehicle may fail a smog check test See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 208 If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for diagnosis If it is determined that the c...

Page 351: ...octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT General Motors recommends against the use of su...

Page 352: ...when refueling your vehicle This is against the law in some places Do not re enter vehicle while pumping fuel Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap...

Page 353: ...gnostic 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 208 The TIGHTEN GAS...

Page 354: ...h 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 Do not use a cellular phone while pumping ga...

Page 355: ...side of the instrument panel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release lever The lever is located under the front edge of the grille near the center Move the release le...

Page 356: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3 6L V6 engine you will see the following 356...

Page 357: ...ng Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 379 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 360 G Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Checking Engine Oil under En...

Page 358: ...When you open the hood on the 4 6L V8 engine you will see the following 358...

Page 359: ...ng Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 379 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 360 G Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Checking Engine Oil under En...

Page 360: ...reminder Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engi...

Page 361: ...Specifications on page 464 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...

Page 362: ...Notice If you use oils that do not have the GM4718M Standard designation you can cause engine damage not covered by your warranty SAE 5W 30 As shown in the viscosity chart SAE 5W 30 is best for your v...

Page 363: ...t meet GM standards are all you need for good performance and engine protection Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change th...

Page 364: ...e Oil Life System The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change the engine oil and filter based on vehicle use Anytime your oil is changed reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil...

Page 365: ...f you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of...

Page 366: ...ner filter 3 The two sides of the airbox are hinged at the bottom Open the airbox by pushing the top of the airbox cover toward the engine 4 Remove the air filter by lifting it straight up through the...

Page 367: ...at the dealership service department Contact your dealer for additional information or the procedure can be found in the service manual To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering I...

Page 368: ...n drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperat...

Page 369: ...engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and...

Page 370: ...e 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 little when the engine and ra...

Page 371: ...hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight and fully seated Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly in...

Page 372: ...g from it Turn it off and get everyone away from the CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you kee...

Page 373: ...gine idle 2 Set the climate controls to the highest heat setting and fan speed and open the windows as necessary If the coolant warning light is not on or the coolant temperature gage does not indicat...

Page 374: ...uld be avoided Notice After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode to avoid engine damage allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair The engine oil will be severely degr...

Page 375: ...ump or somewhere else in the cooling system CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Do not touch them If you do you can be burned Do not run the engine if there is a l...

Page 376: ...COLD FROID line on the side of the coolant surge tank add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant...

Page 377: ...eeze 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 coolant on hot engine parts Coolant con...

Page 378: ...2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to slightly above the FULL COLD FROID line on the side of the coolant surge tank 378...

Page 379: ...vel reaches the FULL COLD FROID line on the side of the coolant surge tank 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated Recheck the coolant level in the bott...

Page 380: ...nts on page 480 Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure...

Page 381: ...nt antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overv...

Page 382: ...ed Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system See Checking Brake Fluid in this section When the brake fluid falls to a low level the brake warning light will come on See Brak...

Page 383: ...e cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in the brake system the brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all Thi...

Page 384: ...rake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong wi...

Page 385: ...inings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you have come to expect can change in many other ways if someone...

Page 386: ...386 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Jump Starting If your vehicle s battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Be...

Page 387: ...do not want You would not be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both...

Page 388: ...icle s battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 356 for more information on the location of the battery Your vehicle has a remote negative ground location as shown in the illustration It is loc...

Page 389: ...ric 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 battery ha...

Page 390: ...ill go to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not connec...

Page 391: ...ngine part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine p...

Page 392: ...following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive c...

Page 393: ...m of the filler plug hole located on the transfer case you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten the p...

Page 394: ...to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole located on the rear axle you ll need to add some lubric...

Page 395: ...ave it inspected and repaired How to Check Lubricant A Drain Plug B Filler Plug To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug...

Page 396: ...be seriously injured Have your dealer or a qualified technician service them Your vehicle has HID headlamps After your vehicle s HID headlamp bulb has been replaced you may notice that the beam is a s...

Page 397: ...them off again when the wipers are in the out wipe position The driver s side blade will be straight up and down on the windshield 3 Pull the windshield wiper assembly away from the windshield 4 Lift...

Page 398: ...wiper Rear Wiper Blade Replacement To replace the rear wiper blade follow the steps listed previously Tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ev...

Page 399: ...tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 407 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Overinflated...

Page 400: ...r tires for your vehicle All season tires provide good overall performance on most surfaces but they may not offer the traction you would like or the same level of performance as winter tires on snow...

Page 401: ...e the Tire Size illustration later in this section for more detail B TPC Spec Tire Performance Criteria Specification Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have...

Page 402: ...o grade tires based on three performance factors treadwear traction and temperature resistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 419 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Max...

Page 403: ...tire pressure and inflation see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 407 F Tire Size A combination of letters and numbers define a tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service descriptio...

Page 404: ...o carry The load index can range from 1 to 279 The speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load Speed ratings range from A to Z Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure T...

Page 405: ...nd and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating See Loading Your Vehicle on page 322 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle See Loading Your Vehicle on page 322 GAWR RR Gross...

Page 406: ...tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressu...

Page 407: ...imum Load on the Tire Load on an individual tire due to curb weight accessory weight occupant weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle s ca...

Page 408: ...ding the compact spare tire see Compact Spare Tire on page 442 How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by loo...

Page 409: ...n pressure for the vehicle load If you will be driving at high speeds speeds of 100 mph 160 km h or higher where it is legal set the cold inflation pressure to the maximum inflation pressure shown on...

Page 410: ...s see DIC Controls and Displays on page 215 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 220 When a low tire pressure condition is detected the TPMS illuminates the low tire pressure warning symbol located i...

Page 411: ...them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life an...

Page 412: ...98 Notice Do not use a tire sealant if your vehicle has Tire Pressure Monitors The liquid sealant can damage the tire pressure monitor sensors TPM Sensor Identification Codes Each TPMS sensor has a un...

Page 413: ...s tire position To decrease the tire s air pressure use the pointed end of the valve cap a pencil style air pressure gage or a key 7 Proceed to the passenger s side front tire and repeat the procedure...

Page 414: ...void authorization to use this equipment Tire Inspection and Rotation Tire rotation is not recommended if your vehicle has the following tire combinations P235 65R17 size tires on the front wheels an...

Page 415: ...m TPMS will need to have the TPMS sensors reset after a tire rotation see Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 410 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Ca...

Page 416: ...cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for your vehicle The original equipment tires installed on your vehic...

Page 417: ...er than those originally installed on your vehicle brands or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash Using tires of different sizes other than...

Page 418: ...Tire and Loading Information Label and its location on your vehicle Different Size Tires and Wheels If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires t...

Page 419: ...safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under con...

Page 420: ...he minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either...

Page 421: ...hem only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wh...

Page 422: ...TION Continued without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehic...

Page 423: ...driving especially if you maintain your vehicle s tires properly If air goes out of a tire it is much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about wha...

Page 424: ...xt part shows how to use the jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your...

Page 425: ...move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side at the opposite end of the vehicle When your vehicle has...

Page 426: ...lowing 1 Remove the storage bin to access the jack if your vehicle has the cargo management system If your vehicle has the third row seat remove the head rest storage tray to access the jack 2 Turn th...

Page 427: ...Cable C Retainer D Compact Spare Tire 1 Open the liftgate See Power Liftgate on page 104 for more information 2 Open the storage compartment door of the cargo management system that is nearest the li...

Page 428: ...e or a flat road tire under the vehicle See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools on page 439 To continue changing the flat tire see Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire on page 429 I...

Page 429: ...ered If the spare tire did lower to the ground continue with Step 4 under Removing the Spare Tire and Tools on page 426 If you still cannot lower the spare tire to the ground see Secondary Latch Syste...

Page 430: ...a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your v...

Page 431: ...ith your vehicle only for changing a flat tire 4 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the jack lift head until the jack just fits under the vehicle 5 Raise the jack by turning the wheel wrench clo...

Page 432: ...ng the wheel wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the compact spare tire to fit under the vehicle 8 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 9 Remove any rust o...

Page 433: ...e 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 CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or...

Page 434: ...erclockwise Lower the jack completely 14 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown Do not try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare tire It will not fit Store the wheel cover...

Page 435: ...nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 464 for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead...

Page 436: ...t or Spare Tire and Tools on page 439 for instructions on storing the spare tire correctly CAUTION Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions Failure to read and follow the instructions...

Page 437: ...k at least 10 turns 4 Place the jack under the vehicle ahead of the rear bumper Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire 5 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise...

Page 438: ...lt the retainer and slip it through the wheel opening when the spare tire has been completely lowered 11 Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the cable back up if the cable is hanging Have the hoist ass...

Page 439: ...1 Put back all tools as they were stored in the rear storage compartment and put the compartment cover back on 2 Use the power third row seat button near the liftgate to tilt the third row seatback f...

Page 440: ...he rear of the vehicle 4 Tighten the tie down strap Storing the Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION The underbody mounted spare tire needs to be stored with the valve stem pointing down If the spare tire is...

Page 441: ...tainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 4 Attach the wheel wrench to the hoist shaft 5 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to lift the spare tire 6 When the tire is almost in the stored p...

Page 442: ...icle you should stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare tire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5...

Page 443: ...icles from your upholstery It is important to keep your upholstery from becoming and remaining heavily soiled Soils should be removed as quickly as possible Your vehicle s interior may experience extr...

Page 444: ...following cleaners or techniques Never use a knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface Never use a stiff brush It can cause damage to your vehicle s interior surfaces...

Page 445: ...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 446: ...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 447: ...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 480 Washing Your Vehicle...

Page 448: ...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 fi...

Page 449: ...n Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels Your vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome plated wheels Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After ri...

Page 450: ...at uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes Do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these...

Page 451: ...ion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosen...

Page 452: ...e wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and ot...

Page 453: ...title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code helps you identify your vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Id...

Page 454: ...not operating Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 87 Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield...

Page 455: ...t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the cor...

Page 456: ...FAN 2 HC MICRO Right Side Engine Cooling Fan Motors FAN S P HC MICRO Series Parallel Engine Cooling Fan Relays Usage FRNT WASHER SS MICRO Front Washer Pump FAN 1 HC MICRO Left Side Engine Cooling Fan...

Page 457: ...BEAM LP MICRO HID HC MICRO Low Beam Headlamps REAR WASH SS MICRO Rear Washer Pump Relays Usage HORN SS MICRO Horn A C CMPRSR CLTCH SS MICRO Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch FUEL PUMP SS MICRO Fuel...

Page 458: ...or V6 Canister Purge V6 Intake Manifold Tuning Valve V6 SPARE Spare Mini Fuses Usage DISPLAY Instrument Panel Cluster Climate Control Module Front Blower Relay Diagnostic Link Connector BCM 2 LED Inst...

Page 459: ...mps CIG Instrument Panel Accessory Power Outlet Cigarette Lighter RT LO BEAM Right Side Low Beam Headlamp AUX OUTLET Center Console Accessory Power Outlet Mini Fuses Usage LT LO BEAM Left Side Low Bea...

Page 460: ...Relays Usage STOP RELAY MINI Not Used ELC RELAY MINI Electronic Level Control ELC Compressor Motor PRK LAMP RELAY MICRO License Lamps REAR FOG LAMP RLY MICRO Not Used SPARE Spare R POSITION RELAY MICR...

Page 461: ...Side Front Park Lamps Sidemarker Lamps TRLR PRK LAMPS Trailer Park Lamps SPARE Spare SPARE Spare SPARE Spare MEMORY RPA Memory Seat Module Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA Module APO Rear Auxiliary...

Page 462: ...Then lift the cover off Relays Usage REAR DEFOG RELAY MINI Rear Window Defogger SPARE Spare SPARE Spare UNLOCK RELAY MICRO Rear Door Locks SPARE Spare LCK RELAY MICRO Rear Door Locks RUN RELAY HC MICR...

Page 463: ...DR LCK Rear Door Locks PDM Passenger Door Module Locks Outside Mirror Window Switches SIR Sensing Diagnostic Module SDM Occupant Sensor Roll over Sensor SPARE Spare MRRTD Suspension Module ELC Electro...

Page 464: ...r Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Automatic Transmissio...

Page 465: ...ll capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Sp...

Page 466: ...NOTES 466...

Page 467: ...led Maintenance 471 Additional Required Services 473 Maintenance Footnotes 474 Owner Checks and Services 476 At Each Fuel Fill 476 At Least Once a Month 477 At Least Once a Year 477 Recommended Fluids...

Page 468: ...y to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance might not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenan...

Page 469: ...e their vehicles maintenance needs vary You may need more frequent checks and replacements So please read the following and note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in...

Page 470: ...uipment you should have your GM Goodwrench dealer do these jobs When you go to your GM Goodwrench dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service technicians will per...

Page 471: ...ife system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 363 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message appears cer...

Page 472: ...r on page 365 See footnote k Check tires for inflation pressures and wear See Tires on page 398 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add flui...

Page 473: ...00 000 160 000 125 000 200 000 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner F...

Page 474: ...he front suspension steering linkage transmission shift linkage and parking brake cable guides Control arm ball joints require lubrication but should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F...

Page 475: ...for any opened or broken airbag coverings and have them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance f Lubricate all key lock cylinders hood latch assemblies secondary latc...

Page 476: ...t a regular maintenance service I or II every two years This service can be complex you should have your dealer perform this service See Brakes on page 381 Owner Checks and Services These owner checks...

Page 477: ...re inflated to the correct pressures Do not forget to check the spare tire See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 407 Check to make sure the spare tire is stored securely See Changing a Flat Tire on page...

Page 478: ...if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition to ON but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort...

Page 479: ...e set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the ve...

Page 480: ...M GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle For the proper viscosity see Engine Oil on page 360 Usage Fluid Lubricant Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use...

Page 481: ...gate Hinge and Linkage Folding Seats Sunroof Tracks and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Usage Fluid Lubricant Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot P...

Page 482: ...25735595 A2944C Engine Oil Filter 3 6L V6 25177917 PF2129 4 6L V8 89017342 PF61 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Particle and Odor Filter 88957450 CF130C Particle Filter 25740404 CF133 Spark Plugs 3 6...

Page 483: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 3 6L V6 Engine 4 6L V8 Engine 483...

Page 484: ...ices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 468 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 476 can be added on the following record pages You shoul...

Page 485: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 485...

Page 486: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 486...

Page 487: ...492 Roadside Service 493 Courtesy Transportation 496 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 498 Collision Damage Repair 500 Reporting Safety Defects 504 Reporting Safety Defects to the Unite...

Page 488: ...TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center 24 hours a d...

Page 489: ...e Limited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally b...

Page 490: ...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 491: ...he addresses below United States 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 1 800 833 2622...

Page 492: ...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 493: ...llac Owner Privileges at no charge throughout your Cadillac Warranty Period 48 months 50 000 miles 80 000 km Emergency Road Service is performed on site for the following situations Towing Service Eme...

Page 494: ...Upon request Cadillac Roadside Service will send you detailed computer personalized maps highlighting your choice of either the most direct route or the most scenic route to your destination anywhere...

Page 495: ...dillac parts and tools required to handle most roadside repairs Calling for Assistance For prompt and efficient assistance when calling please provide the following to the Roadside Service Representat...

Page 496: ...ng dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper c...

Page 497: ...costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle that you obtain if your...

Page 498: ...nd Event Data Recorders Your vehicle like other modern motor vehicles has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle s performance Your vehicle...

Page 499: ...he vehicle owner or if the vehicle is leased with the consent of the lessee in response to an official request of police or similar government office as part of GM s defense of litigation through the...

Page 500: ...ions of the vehicle A recycled original equipment GM part may be an acceptable choice to maintain your vehicle s originally designed appearance and safety performance however the history of these part...

Page 501: ...nal Equipment Manufacturer OEM parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts Read your lease carefully as you may be charged at the end of your lease for poor quality repairs If an Accident Occurs H...

Page 502: ...your insurance company from the scene of the accident They will walk you through the information they will need If they ask for a police report phone or go to the police department headquarters the ne...

Page 503: ...you must live with the repair Depending on your policy limits your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts Discuss this with your repair professional and insist on Gen...

Page 504: ...individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or wr...

Page 505: ...rvice 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 Man...

Page 506: ...e Bulletins 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 0...

Page 507: ...e 87 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 79 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 80 Airbag System cont When Should an Airbag Inflate 77 Where Are the Airbags 73 All Wheel Drive 392 All Wheel Drive AWD...

Page 508: ...dio RSA 266 Setting the Time 242 244 Theft Deterrent Feature 268 Understanding Radio Reception 270 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 272 Automatic Transmission Fluid 367 Operation 122 B Battery 385 El...

Page 509: ...Checking Things Under the Hood 354 Chemical Paint Spotting 451 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems 49 Infants and Young Children 46 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 55 Older Children 43 Sec...

Page 510: ...age 207 Engine Temperature Warning Light 206 Heater Engine 121 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 371 Cooling System 374 Cruise Control 174 Cruise Control Light 212 Cupholder s 154 Customer Assistance Informatio...

Page 511: ...d Displays 215 DIC Vehicle Customization 231 DIC Warnings and Messages 220 Driving At Night 306 City 311 Defensive 274 Driving cont Drunken 275 Freeway 312 Hill and Mountain Roads 315 In Rain and on W...

Page 512: ...er 199 Starting 119 Entry Lighting 182 Event Data Recorders EDR 498 Extender Safety Belt 42 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 181 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 365 Finish Damage 451 Flashers Hazard Warnin...

Page 513: ...pecifications 350 Glove Box 153 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 492 H Hazard Warning Flashers 166 Head Restraints 17 Headlamps 178 Bulb Replacement 396 Daytime Running Lamps 179 Flash to Pass 169 Ha...

Page 514: ...Sidewall 401 Lamps Electric Power Management 183 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 181 Fog 181 Reading 182 LATCH System Child Restraints 55 Level Control 330 Liftgate Power 104 Light Airbag Readiness 2...

Page 515: ...Locks 103 Loss of Control 289 Luggage Carrier 154 Lumbar Power Controls 10 M Magnetic Ride Control 283 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services 473 At Each Fuel Fill 476 At Least Once a Mont...

Page 516: ...lacement Parts 482 O Odometer 199 Off Road Driving 291 Off Road Recovery 287 Oil Engine 360 Pressure Light 211 Oil Engine Oil Life System 363 Older Children Restraints 43 Online Owner Center 490 OnSta...

Page 517: ...or Locks 101 Electrical System 454 Liftgate 104 Lumbar Controls 10 Retained Accessory RAP 118 Seat 10 Power cont Steering Fluid 379 Windows 109 Pretensioners Safety Belt 42 Programmable Automatic Door...

Page 518: ...the Spare Tire 429 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 426 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 504 General Motors 505 United States Government 504 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint...

Page 519: ...ild Restraint Rear Seat Position 62 Right Front Seat Position 65 Security Light 212 Service 346 Accessories and Modifications 347 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 348 California Proposi...

Page 520: ...S Key III 114 PASS Key III Operation 114 Throttle Adjustable 120 Tilt Wheel 166 Time Setting 242 244 Tire Pressure Light 207 Tires 398 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels Cleaning 449 Buying New Tires 41...

Page 521: ...Ride Control 283 StabiliTrak System 283 Transmission Fluid Automatic 367 Transmission Operation Automatic 122 Turn and Lane Change Signals 168 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 167 U Ultrasonic Rear Pa...

Page 522: ...t Size 418 Replacement 421 Where to Put the Restraint 53 Windows 108 Power 109 Windshield Washer 171 Washer Fluid 380 Windshield cont Wiper Blade Replacement 397 Wiper Blades Cleaning 449 Wiper Fuses...

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