Cadillac 2008 SRX Owner'S Manual Download Page 1

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

Front Seats

............................................... 1-2

Rear Seats

.............................................. 1-11

Safety Belts

............................................. 1-13

Child Restraints

....................................... 1-32

Airbag System

......................................... 1-55

Restraint System Check

............................ 1-72

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

Keys

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

Doors and Locks

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

Windows

................................................. 2-16

Theft-Deterrent Systems

............................ 2-20

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

........... 2-24

Mirrors

.................................................... 2-41

Object Detection Systems

.......................... 2-45

OnStar

®

System

...................................... 2-47

Universal Home Remote System

................ 2-50

Storage Areas

......................................... 2-57

Sunroof

.................................................. 2-59

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

Instrument Panel Overview

.......................... 3-4

Climate Controls

...................................... 3-23

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

........ 3-31

Driver Information Center (DIC)

.................. 3-47

Audio System(s)

....................................... 3-70

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

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

..... 4-2

Towing

................................................... 4-39

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

Service

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

Fuel

......................................................... 5-5

Checking Things Under the Hood

............... 5-10

All-Wheel Drive

........................................ 5-44

Rear Axle

............................................... 5-46

Front Axle

............................................... 5-46

Headlamp Aiming

..................................... 5-47

Bulb Replacement

.................................... 5-47

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

......... 5-49

Tires

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

Appearance Care

..................................... 5-91

Vehicle Identification

................................. 5-99

Electrical System

.................................... 5-100

Capacities and Specifications

................... 5-111

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

Maintenance Schedule

................................ 6-2

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

Customer Assistance and Information

........... 7-2

Reporting Safety Defects

........................... 7-16

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

........... 7-18

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

2008 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual

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Summary of Contents for 2008 SRX

Page 1: ...rs 3 31 Driver Information Center DIC 3 47 Audio System s 3 70 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 39 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Chec...

Page 2: ...your vehicle may not have all of them For example more than one entertainment system may be offered or your vehicle may have been ordered without a front passenger or rear seats Keep this manual in th...

Page 3: ...the page number where it can be found Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book A box with the word CAUTION is used to tell about things that could hurt you or ot...

Page 4: ...The notice tells what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words There are also warning labels on th...

Page 5: ...ems 1 39 Where to Put the Restraint 1 41 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 43 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 49 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Po...

Page 6: ...nt could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving To move a manual seat forward or rearward 1 Lift the bar...

Page 7: ...he front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the horizontal control up or down Raise or lower the rear part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the horizontal control up or down Rais...

Page 8: ...s have controls located on the driver s and passenger s doors near the door handle I Heated Seatback Press the button to cycle through the temperature settings and to turn the heat to the seatback off...

Page 9: ...settings have been saved 3 Repeat the procedure for a second driver using button 2 The vehicle must be in PARK P to recall the stored settings Press either button to recall the stored setting Each ti...

Page 10: ...pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injur...

Page 11: ...the seatback in place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked To return the seatback to an upright position do the following 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the...

Page 12: ...r reclining seatbacks use the vertical power seat control located on the outboard side of each seat To recline the seatback press the control toward the rear of the vehicle To raise the seatback press...

Page 13: ...belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seat...

Page 14: ...s do not tilt Pull up or push down to adjust the second and third row seat head rests if the vehicle has them The third row seat head rests can be removed from the seatback To do this press the button...

Page 15: ...the seat to the passenger seating position Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place The passenger s side of the second row seat has an easy entry feature making it easy to get in...

Page 16: ...assenger s side rear door must be open The unlock button on either the remote keyless entry transmitter or the door must be pressed three times to enable the rear seat for two minutes or the ignition...

Page 17: ...de of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats an...

Page 18: ...n vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is jus...

Page 19: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 15...

Page 20: ...el or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That is why safety belts make...

Page 21: ...lts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag is provided all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection That is true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and oth...

Page 22: ...ut of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts First before you or your passenger s wear a safety belt there is important information you should kn...

Page 23: ...ose 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 The...

Page 24: ...ion 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 on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuri...

Page 25: ...n be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not on the pelvic bones This could cause se...

Page 26: ...red if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen not on the pelvic bones and...

Page 27: ...houlder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which are not a...

Page 28: ...sh you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury You might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then...

Page 29: ...ss 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 work...

Page 30: ...how see Seats in the Index 2 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The lap shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens...

Page 31: ...Belt Extender on page 1 32 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary 5 To make the lap part tight pull up on the s...

Page 32: ...of the safety belt assembly They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation...

Page 33: ...der belt the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide available for each of the rear outside passenger positions in the second row Here is how to install the com...

Page 34: ...uide on top CAUTION A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured The shoulder belt should go over the...

Page 35: ...ty belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt an...

Page 36: ...ll be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for securin...

Page 37: ...afety belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the proper way to wear safety belts A An older child should wear a lap shoulder belt...

Page 38: ...a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap shoulder belt but the shoulder part is behind the child In a crash the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child might slide under the la...

Page 39: ...UTION Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never all...

Page 40: ...es not weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb...

Page 41: ...or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is desig...

Page 42: ...will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a part...

Page 43: ...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 should always be secured in appropriate child restraints...

Page 44: ...talled in the vehicle using the vehicle s safety belt or LATCH system following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual To help reduce the chance of inj...

Page 45: ...nt CAUTION A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Because there are different systems it is important to refer to the instruc...

Page 46: ...is turned off We recommend that rear facing child restraints be secured in a rear seat even if the airbag is off CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you secure a forward facing child restraint in t...

Page 47: ...ust 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 LATC...

Page 48: ...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 attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing...

Page 49: ...the side of the wheel well in the rear cargo area There is another top tether anchor in the center of the rear cargo area Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seatin...

Page 50: ...that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchors or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also th...

Page 51: ...o the safety belt or the seat When removing the child restraint always remember to return the safety belts to their normal stowed position before folding the rear seat 1 Attach and tighten the lower a...

Page 52: ...using a dual tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether under the head restr...

Page 53: ...top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tet...

Page 54: ...he buckle until it clicks Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the r...

Page 55: ...estraint as you tighten the belt 6 If your child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for...

Page 56: ...child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close...

Page 57: ...traints have a top tether and that the tether be attached You will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Follow the instructions that came with the child restra...

Page 58: ...o tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the...

Page 59: ...n a rear seat position in the vehicle and check with your dealer retailer To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way Airbag System Your vehicle has...

Page 60: ...ental restraints to the safety belts All airbags are designed to work with safety belts but do not replace them CAUTION Frontal airbags are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near fr...

Page 61: ...ack as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with seat mounted side impact airbags and or...

Page 62: ...rbag 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 3 34 for more information Where Are...

Page 63: ...airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The seat mounted side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door Driver Sid...

Page 64: ...rbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering Do not use seat access...

Page 65: ...ow quickly your vehicle slows down Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds For example If the vehicle hits a stationary object the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than i...

Page 66: ...e to severe side crashes In addition these roof rail airbags are intended to inflate during a rollover or in a severe frontal impact Seat mounted side impact and roof rail airbags will inflate if the...

Page 67: ...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 Frontal airbags distribute the force...

Page 68: ...indshield or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there may be dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems f...

Page 69: ...ecords information after a crash See Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy on page 7 18 and Event Data Recorders on page 7 19 Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag systems Improper service ca...

Page 70: ...g safety belts A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a r...

Page 71: ...ild restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit turn the vehicle off Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint following the child restraint manufactur...

Page 72: ...e is sitting in the right front passenger s seat but the off indicator is lit it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat If this happens turn the vehicle off remove any additi...

Page 73: ...itional material such as a blanket or cushion or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers seat heaters and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates We recommend that y...

Page 74: ...y are probably part of the airbag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Veh...

Page 75: ...m on page 1 65 If you have any questions about this you should contact Customer Assistance before you modify your vehicle The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the...

Page 76: ...safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3 33 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care of Safety Belts on page 5 94 Airbags The airbag system does...

Page 77: ...blies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer retailer to have your safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced If your vehicle has the LATCH system and it w...

Page 78: ...NOTES 1 74...

Page 79: ...erating Your Vehicle 2 24 New Vehicle Break In 2 24 Ignition Positions 2 25 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 26 Starting the Engine 2 26 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 2 28 Engine Coolant Heater 2...

Page 80: ...ome Remote System 2 50 Universal Home Remote System Operation With Three Round LED 2 50 Storage Areas 2 57 Glove Box 2 57 Cupholder s 2 57 Center Console Storage 2 57 Luggage Carrier 2 58 Cargo Cover...

Page 81: ...iously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children The key can be used for the ignition and door locks If you ever lose your keys your...

Page 82: ...rference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times y...

Page 83: ...n affect the performance of the transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System on page 2 4 Q Lock Press this symbol on the RKE transmitter to lock the doors This also arms the theft deterrent system...

Page 84: ...mitter to open and close the liftgate The taillamps will flash and a chime will sound to indicate when the liftgate is opening and closing Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each RKE transmitter i...

Page 85: ...on tightly so water will not get in 5 Test the operation of the transmitter with the vehicle Remote Vehicle Start The remote vehicle starting feature allows you to start the engine from outside of the...

Page 86: ...e remote start To start the vehicle using the remote start feature 1 Aim the transmitter at the vehicle 2 Press and release the transmitter s lock button then immediately press and hold the transmitte...

Page 87: ...gine run time 10 minutes are added and you now have 15 minutes of engine running The added ten minutes are considered a second remote vehicle start Once two remote starts or a single start with a time...

Page 88: ...e are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle Because your vehicle has the theft deterrent system you must unlock the doors from the outside with the key or Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter t...

Page 89: ...you press the power door lock switch or the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3 62 for more information Programmable Automatic Door Locks Your...

Page 90: ...r if the vehicle has one the power door lock switch or by lifting the rear door manual lock 2 Open the door from the outside To cancel the rear door security lock do the following 1 Unlock the door an...

Page 91: ...r you could damage the liftgate or the liftgate glass Always check to make sure the area above and behind the liftgate is clear before opening it To open and close the liftgate press and hold the powe...

Page 92: ...nd 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 93: ...e 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 electri...

Page 94: ...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 95: ...unction 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 th...

Page 96: ...u will need to replace or recharge your vehicle s battery To program each window follow these steps 1 With the ignition in ON RUN ACC ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active close all...

Page 97: ...tch 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 98: ...the cover Theft Deterrent Systems 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...

Page 99: ...so turn off the alarm by using the unlock button on the RKE 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...

Page 100: ...authorized 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...

Page 101: ...ammed keys are lost or do not operate you must see your dealer retailer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to have keys made and programmed to the system See your dealer retailer or a locksmi...

Page 102: ...shifting to brake or slow the vehicle If these procedures are not followed the engine axle or other parts could be damaged Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 km or so During this time...

Page 103: ...you can insert or remove the key This position locks the ignition and transmission It is a theft deterrent feature B ACC ACCESSORY This position allows you to use things like the radio and the windsh...

Page 104: ...ssory Power RAP These vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off Audio System Power Windows Sunroof Power to the audio system will work up to 10 minutes or unt...

Page 105: ...he key to the START position immediately after cranking has ended can overheat and damage the cranking motor and drain the battery Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to let the cranking motor c...

Page 106: ...nel Before you start driving fully press the brake pedal to confirm the adjustment is right for you While driving make only small adjustments Move the switch rearward to move the pedals closer to your...

Page 107: ...ould overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension co...

Page 108: ...others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into PARK P on page...

Page 109: ...hit people or objects Do not shift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmi...

Page 110: ...ward or rearward the vehicle will be in sport mode When you are in the sport mode the vehicle will still shift automatically While driving in sport mode the transmission may remain in a gear longer th...

Page 111: ...DSC mode the transmission will automatically downshift when the vehicle comes to a stop and while quickly applying the accelerator to increase speed This will allow for more power during take off When...

Page 112: ...determines when to keep the current vehicle speed or to slow down The system will then automatically command downshifts that reduces the vehicles speed until the brake pedal is no longer being pressed...

Page 113: ...the instrument panel Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Make sure that the parking brake is fully released...

Page 114: ...a Trailer on page 4 41 Use this procedure to shift into PARK P 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 leve...

Page 115: ...f 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 par...

Page 116: ...voltage try charging or jump starting the battery See Jump Starting on page 5 40 for more information To shift out of PARK P use the following 1 Apply the brake pedal 2 Then press the shift lever butt...

Page 117: ...icle 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 we...

Page 118: ...rage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 29 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P...

Page 119: ...the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar and Compass The vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror w...

Page 120: ...cles at 5 mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction The compass can be calibrated by pressing and holding the on off button until a C is shown in the compass display Compass Variance Comp...

Page 121: ...l turn off to indicate that this mirror is de selected Press B to select the passenger s side mirror The LED indicator will turn on to indicate that this mirror is selected Then press the arrows locat...

Page 122: ...ctivated with this feature Select or deselect mirrors through the Driver Information Center DIC See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3 62 for more information on programming the park tilt mirrors If...

Page 123: ...s not replace driver vision It cannot detect objects that are below the bumper underneath the vehicle or if they are too close or far from the vehicle children pedestrians bicyclists or pets CAUTION C...

Page 124: ...20 in 0 5 m amber amber red lights flashing and beep for three seconds 1 ft 0 3 m The system can be disabled using the Driver Information Center DIC See Parking Assist under DIC Operation and Display...

Page 125: ...hicle s OnStar Subscriber glove box literature For more information visit onstar com or onstar ca contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or TTY 1 877 248 2080 or press the OnStar button to sp...

Page 126: ...the vehicle and can be used with OnStar Pre Paid Minute Packages Hands Free Calling may also be linked to a Verizon Wireless service plan in the U S or a Bell Mobility service plan in Canada dependin...

Page 127: ...or service in that area OnStar service also cannot work unless you are in a place where the wireless service provider OnStar has hired for that area has coverage network capacity and reception when th...

Page 128: ...Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired...

Page 129: ...be erased for security purposes See Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons later in this section When programming a garage door it is advised to park outside of the garage Be sure that people and obje...

Page 130: ...lowly blink You may need to hold the button from five to 20 seconds 4 Immediately within one second release the button when the garage door moves The indicator light will blink rapidly until programmi...

Page 131: ...ll time out and you will have to repeat the procedure To program up to three devices 1 To verify if you have a Fixed Code garage door opener remove the battery cover on your hand held transmitter supp...

Page 132: ...tor head dip switch settings can also be used when you do not have the original hand held transmitter Your panel of switches may not appear exactly as they do in the examples above but they should be...

Page 133: ...o the Universal Home Remote when completing Step 4 3 From inside your vehicle first firmly press all three buttons at the same time for about three seconds Release the buttons to put the Universal Hom...

Page 134: ...me button again The garage door should move confirming that programming is successful and complete To program another Fixed Code device such as an additional garage door opener a security device or ho...

Page 135: ...nce phone number under Customer Assistance Offices on page 7 6 Storage Areas Glove Box To open lift the handle up Use the key to lock and unlock Cupholder s Your vehicle has cupholders located between...

Page 136: ...or wider than the luggage carrier on top of your vehicle If your vehicle has a luggage carrier you can load things on top of your vehicle The luggage carrier has side rails attached to the roof You c...

Page 137: ...e rear of the vehicle has a removable storage bin Sunroof Sunroof Ultra View CAUTION People who are in a crash and not wearing a safety belt properly can suffer much worse injuries They can hit things...

Page 138: ...hade to a desired position at a normal speed Press the switch forward to the second stop to express close the sunshade Anti Pinch Feature If an object is in the path of the sunroof when it is closing...

Page 139: ...ON RUN ACC ACCESSORY or the Retained Accessory Power RAP must be active to operate it See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 2 26 A Rear Sunshade B Front Sunshade C Front Sunroof The sunroof sunshad...

Page 140: ...ront of the sunroof switch Resynchronization To resynchronize the front sunroof and front and rear sunshades do the following 1 With the engine running press and hold the rear sunshade switch in the c...

Page 141: ...Control 3 12 Headlamps 3 16 Wiper Activated Headlamps 3 16 Headlamps on Reminder 3 16 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 3 17 Fog Lamps 3 18 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 3 19 Instrument Panel Brightness 3...

Page 142: ...Indicator Lamp 3 42 Oil Pressure Light 3 44 Security Light 3 45 Fog Lamp Light 3 45 Lights On Reminder 3 46 Cruise Control Light 3 46 Highbeam On Light 3 46 Tow Haul Mode Light 3 46 Fuel Gage 3 47 Dri...

Page 143: ...NOTES 3 3...

Page 144: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4...

Page 145: ...Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 19 I Cruise Control Buttons See Cruise Control on page 3 12 J Tilt Wheel Lever See Tilt Wheel on page 3 6 K Adjustable Pedal Button If Equipped See Adjustable Th...

Page 146: ...not work The hazard warning flashers work no matter what position the key is in and even if the key is not in the ignition switch Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set t...

Page 147: ...g wheel on or off A light on the button will display when the feature is turned on The steering wheel will take about three minutes to start heating Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the le...

Page 148: ...the fuse and for burned out bulbs if the arrow fails to work when signaling a turn See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 101 for more information Turn Signal On Chime If the turn signal is left on...

Page 149: ...e Release the lever to turn them off If the headlamps are in high beam mode they will switch to low beam To return to high beam push the lever forward Windshield Wipers The lever on the right side of...

Page 150: ...acement on page 5 49 Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools down Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Windshield Washer CAUTION In...

Page 151: ...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 152: ...when the washer button is pressed If the washer fluid is low the headlamp washers will not work See Windshield Washer on page 3 10 for additional information Cruise Control CAUTION Cruise control can...

Page 153: ...on the outboard side of the steering wheel T On Off Press this button to turn the system on and off The indicator light on the button turns on when cruise control is on and turns off when cruise contr...

Page 154: ...3 Press the SET button located on the steering wheel and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator Resuming a Set Speed If the brakes are applied while the cruise control is at a set speed the...

Page 155: ...Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you might have to step on the accelerator...

Page 156: ...r with the following Sidemarker 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 l...

Page 157: ...up either When the exterior lamp control is in AUTO and it is dark enough outside the DRL will turn off and the low beam headlamps will turn on When it is bright enough outside the low beam headlamps...

Page 158: ...used to turn the fog lamps on and off The parking lamps must be on for the fog lamps to work To turn the fog lamps on turn the fog lamp band on the lever up to the dot and release it The band will ret...

Page 159: ...a door is opened or if the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter unlock button is pressed If activated by the RKE the lighting stays on for about 25 seconds The entry lighting system uses the light se...

Page 160: ...re very high This is true for all vehicles This is because the generator alternator may not be spinning fast enough at idle to produce all the power that is needed for very high electrical loads A hig...

Page 161: ...blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the accessory power outlets Notice Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage...

Page 162: ...heating The cigarette lighter is located next to the ashtray The vehicle does not have any cigarette lighters for the rear seat passengers To activate the cigarette lighter push it into the heating e...

Page 163: ...setting 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 164: ...t air is directed to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level Turn the control to this position so that the air is directed to the instrument panel outlets and the floor outlets The temperature of the ai...

Page 165: ...nd mode controls must be set to the AUTO position Generally recirculation will only automatically be selected on hot days Your vehicle may have an optional Air Quality Sensor To activate the air quali...

Page 166: ...l Under some conditions the air quality sensor system does not operate In cold weather the system might not be active even if AUTO is displayed because of concerns of fogging your windows which may oc...

Page 167: ...t sensor is located behind the grille in front of the vehicle These sensors help the climate control system automatically control the temperature setting The system can supply cooler air to the side o...

Page 168: ...temperature is at or below freezing Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear wind...

Page 169: ...lter might need to be replaced For more information see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3 30 Set the climate control system to AUTO fan and mode and then adjust the temperature setting up or...

Page 170: ...isted below to replace the passenger compartment air filter 1 Open the hood to access the engine compartment See Hood Release on page 5 11 for more information Locate the passenger compartment air fil...

Page 171: ...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 funct...

Page 172: ...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 173: ...ine Speed Limiter This feature prevents the engine from operating at too many revolutions per minute rpm When the engine s rpms are too high the throttle is closed to reduce speed If this is not suffi...

Page 174: ...ht will come on Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag s electrical system for malfunction...

Page 175: ...it fixed immediately If there is a problem with the airbag system an airbag Driver Information Center DIC message may also come on See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 53 for more information Pass...

Page 176: ...turned on CAUTION Even though the passenger 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 saf...

Page 177: ...come on briefly when you turn on the ignition but the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working It should go out once the engine is running If it stays on or comes on while you are d...

Page 178: ...r parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake does not release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem If the light comes on wh...

Page 179: ...ill have brakes but you do not have antilock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on you do not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with your regular brakes See Brake Syste...

Page 180: ...vehicle could be damaged and it might not be covered by your warranty Never drive with the engine coolant temperature warning light on This light will also come on briefly when starting your vehicle...

Page 181: ...IC Warnings and Messages on page 3 53 for more information Stop and check your tires as soon as it is safe to do so If underinflated inflate to the proper pressure See Tires on page 5 51 for more info...

Page 182: ...ot be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the...

Page 183: ...d A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of wat...

Page 184: ...ehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced the battery or if the battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emis...

Page 185: ...your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may dama...

Page 186: ...control The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off See Cruise Control on page 3 12 for more information Highbeam On Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See...

Page 187: ...tank s capacity to fill the tank Driver Information Center DIC The Driver Information Center DIC gives you the status of many of your vehicle s systems The DIC is also used to display warning status m...

Page 188: ...Displays The Driver Information Center DIC has different displays which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel 3 Trip Fuel Press...

Page 189: ...rent fuel economies Generally freeway driving produces better fuel economy than city driving Once the range drops below about 30 miles 48 km remaining the display will show FUEL RANGE LOW If your vehi...

Page 190: ...icle in either miles per hour mph or kilometers per hour km h This average is calculated based on the various vehicle speeds recorded since the last reset of this display To reset this display press t...

Page 191: ...hen the oil has just been changed It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change To reset the engine oil life system See Engine Oil Life System on page 5 19 The display will show 100 when the...

Page 192: ...e information button until PRESS V TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY displays 2 Press the set reset button until REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE is displayed 3 Press and hold the lock and unlock buttons on the first t...

Page 193: ...ducing certain features of the vehicle that you may be able to notice At the point that the features are disabled this message is displayed It means that the vehicle is trying to save the charge in th...

Page 194: ...e 3 48 If the tire pressure is low the low tire pressure warning light comes on See Tire Pressure Light on page 3 41 CRUISE SET TO XXX MPH km h This message displays whenever the cruise control is set...

Page 195: ...tions that might cause this message Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle s ability to accelerate If this message is on but there is no reduction in performance proceed to your destination The p...

Page 196: ...ced by your dealer retailer as soon as possible when this message is displayed PARKING ASSIST OFF If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA system after the vehicle has been started...

Page 197: ...ING SYSTEM This message displays when there is a problem with the generator and battery charging systems Driving with this problem could drain the battery Turn off all unnecessary accessories Stop and...

Page 198: ...to steer the vehicle SERVICE STABILITRAK This message displays if there has been a problem detected with the StabiliTrak system If this message comes on while you are driving pull off the road as soo...

Page 199: ...ation SERVICE TRANSMISSION This message displays when there is a problem with the vehicle s transmission Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer retailer SERVICE VEHICLE SOON This message displays w...

Page 200: ...activates continuously for an extended period of time The message also displays if the brake system warning light is on See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 38 The message could display if the sta...

Page 201: ...TCS on page 4 5 for more information TRACTION CONTROL ON This message displays when the Traction Control System TCS is turned on See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 5 for more information TRANSM...

Page 202: ...re Entering the Feature Settings Menu 1 Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in PARK P To avoid excessive drain on the battery it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off 2 Press the cus...

Page 203: ...ng press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC AUTO DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select when the vehicle s doors will automatically lock See Programmable Autom...

Page 204: ...set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC REMOTE DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle with the Remote Key...

Page 205: ...the DIC DELAY DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select whether or not the locking of the vehicle s doors and liftgate will be delayed When locking the doors and liftgate with the power door lock s...

Page 206: ...his feature allows you to select whether or not to have the exterior lights turn on briefly during low light periods after unlocking the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter Press th...

Page 207: ...s will automatically tilt down when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE R See Park Tilt Mirrors on page 2 44 for more information Press the customization button until PARK TILT MIRRORS appears on the...

Page 208: ...a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC MEMORY SEAT RECALL If the vehicle has this feature it allows you to select your preference for the remote memory...

Page 209: ...NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC FACTORY SETTINGS This...

Page 210: ...vehicle has and then read the pages following to familiarize yourself with its features CAUTION This system provides you with far greater access to audio stations and song listings Giving extended at...

Page 211: ...m Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP the audio system can be played...

Page 212: ...sc CD Player Turn the radio clock display on or off by following these steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press the MENU button until the H clock label option is displayed 3 Press the pushbutton located unde...

Page 213: ...e upper right side of the radio faceplate to adjust the selected setting For a Six Disc CD Player This type of radio has a MENU button for setting the time and date To set the time and date do the fol...

Page 214: ...ss the H button again to apply the selected default or let the screen time out For the Six Disc CD Player To change the time and date default setting do the following 1 Change the time default setting...

Page 215: ...ounterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume Speed Compensated Volume SCV Radios with Speed Compensated Volume SCV automatically adjusts radio volume to compensate for road and wind noise as dri...

Page 216: ...ys When information is not available No Info displays Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite Drivers are encouraged to set up their radio station favorites while the vehicle is stopped Tune to your fav...

Page 217: ...SS MID TREB Bass Midrange or Treble To adjust bass midrange or treble press the a knob until the tone control labels display Continue pressing to highlight the desired label or press the pushbutton po...

Page 218: ...xit the category search mode press the FAV button or BAND button to display your favorites again Undesired XM if equipped categories can be removed through the setup menu To remove an undesired catego...

Page 219: ...for when you are not in your vehicle A service fee is required to receive the XM service For more information contact XM at www xmradio com or call 1 800 929 2100 in the U S and www xmradio ca or call...

Page 220: ...ject Press to eject CD s To eject the CD that is currently playing press and release this button A beep sounds and Ejecting Disc displays Once the disc is ejected Remove Disc displays The CD can be re...

Page 221: ...mize Current Disc displays Press the pushbutton again to turn off random play To play tracks from all CDs loaded in a six disc CD player in random order press the pushbutton positioned under the RDM l...

Page 222: ...to the edge Care of Your CD Player Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top...

Page 223: ...wer right side of the faceplate This is not an audio output do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack Connect an external audio device such as an iPod laptop computer MP3 playe...

Page 224: ...A files By default the radio reads only the uncompressed audio and ignores the MP3 WMA files Pressing the CAT category button toggles between compressed and uncompressed audio format MP3 WMA Format If...

Page 225: ...rectory The root directory of the CD R or CD RW is treated as a folder If the root directory has compressed audio files the directory displays as F1 ROOT All files contained directly under the root di...

Page 226: ...The new track name displays File System and Naming The song name that displays is the song name that is contained in the ID3 tag If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag then the radio displays...

Page 227: ...r pressed multiple times the player continues moving backward or forward through MP3 WMA files on the CD Sc Previous Folder Press the pushbutton positioned under the Folder label to go to the first tr...

Page 228: ...press the pushbutton located below either arrow button The CD goes to the next or previous artist in alphabetical order Continue pressing either button until the desired artist displays To change fro...

Page 229: ...rtist information is available at this time on this channel The system is working properly No Title Info No song title information is available at this time on this channel The system is working prope...

Page 230: ...iary sources However the rear seat passengers can only control the music sources the front seat passengers are not listening to except on some radios where dual control is allowed For example rear sea...

Page 231: ...e to an individual station The display stops flashing after the buttons have not been pushed for more than two seconds This function is inactive with some radios if the front seat passengers are liste...

Page 232: ...hicle s radio The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN If the radio is moved to a different vehicle it does not operate and LOC LOCK or LOCKED cou...

Page 233: ...OnStar mode See the OnStar System on page 2 47 OnStar System Radio Reception Frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers vehicle conv...

Page 234: ...nty Do not clear the inside of the rear side windows with sharp objects Notice Do not apply aftermarket glass tinting with metallic film The metallic film in some tinting materials will interfere with...

Page 235: ...tem 4 8 Steering 4 8 Off Road Recovery 4 10 Passing 4 10 Loss of Control 4 10 Off Road Driving 4 12 Driving at Night 4 25 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 26 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 27 Highw...

Page 236: ...then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after...

Page 237: ...Warning Light on page 3 38 Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and...

Page 238: ...ent a braking skid When you start the engine and begin to drive away ABS will check itself You might hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on This is normal If there is a p...

Page 239: ...drive vehicle the system operates if it senses that one or both of the rear wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction On an All Wheel Drive AWD vehicle the system will operate if it senses th...

Page 240: ...l turn off and the traction control system warning light will come on Press the TC button again to turn the system back on If you press and hold the TC button for five seconds the StabiliTrak system a...

Page 241: ...will flash on the instrument panel cluster This also occurs when traction control is activated You may also hear a noise or feel vibration in the brake pedal This is normal Continue to steer the vehi...

Page 242: ...ake curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here is why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of...

Page 243: ...ulls out from nowhere or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you You can avoid these problems by braking if you can stop in time But sometimes you cannot there is no...

Page 244: ...ng we suggest the following tips Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect a successful pass If in doubt wait Watch for traffic signs pavement markings and lin...

Page 245: ...tarts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a...

Page 246: ...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 247: ...gs should be on the load floor and forward of your rear axle Put heavier items as far forward as you can Be sure the load is secured properly so driving on the off road terrain does not toss things ar...

Page 248: ...s require some new and different driving skills Here is what we mean Tune your senses to different kinds of signals Your eyes for example need to constantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles...

Page 249: ...ater Will you have to stop suddenly or change direction quickly When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain keep a firm grip on the steering wheel Ruts troughs or other surface features can jerk th...

Page 250: ...be a smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the top but you may not see...

Page 251: ...o straight up Try to drive straight up the hill if at all possible If the path twists and turns you might want to find another route Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill Attach a...

Page 252: ...with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction Turning the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover Here are some things you must not do if...

Page 253: ...k or even a river bottom with large rocks If you decide you can go down a hill safely then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down and use a low gear This way engine drag can help the brakes and...

Page 254: ...ht down Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL N This is called free wheeling The brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade Q Am I likely to stall when going downhill...

Page 255: ...els This could cause a downhill slide or a rollover Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause your tires to slip sideways do...

Page 256: ...of the vehicle and stay well clear of the rollover path If your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an incline be sure you and any passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there is hard...

Page 257: ...r 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 i...

Page 258: ...s ignition system and your vehicle 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...

Page 259: ...you and other vehicles because your headlamps can only light up so much road ahead Watch for animals When tired pull off the road Do not wear sunglasses Avoid staring directly into approaching headla...

Page 260: ...e to be carried away If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Hydroplaning Hydroplanin...

Page 261: ...o they all work and are lenses clean Tires Are treads good Are tires inflated to recommended pressure Weather and Maps Safe to travel Have up to date maps Highway Hypnosis Always be alert and pay atte...

Page 262: ...l slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down and they could get so hot that they would not work well You...

Page 263: ...s in your vehicle Also see Tires on page 5 51 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where the tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between the...

Page 264: ...umps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass can remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before...

Page 265: ...d check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engi...

Page 266: ...or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 4 33 If your vehicle has a traction system it can often help to free a stuck vehicle Refer to your vehicle s traction system in the Index If the...

Page 267: ...r vehicle out after a few tries it might need to be towed out Or you can use a recovery hook if your vehicle has them If your vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 39 Loa...

Page 268: ...r more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 51 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 59 There is also important loading information on the vehicle Certification Tire label It tells y...

Page 269: ...luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces t...

Page 270: ...acity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s Tire and Loading Information label f...

Page 271: ...ue weight if pulling a trailer The Certification Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your fr...

Page 272: ...ases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they will keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle...

Page 273: ...following Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommen...

Page 274: ...lly If you have an All Wheel Drive AWD vehicle it can only be towed on a flat bed trailer To tow your RWD vehicle using a dolly follow these steps 1 Put the rear wheels on the dolly 2 Put the vehicle...

Page 275: ...Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling acceleration braking durability and f...

Page 276: ...o save wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerations have to do with weight the weight of the trailer the weight of the trailer tongue and the total weight on your vehicle s tires Tow Ha...

Page 277: ...cause damage However there is no benefit to the selection of tow haul when the vehicle is unloaded Such a selection when unloaded may result in unpleasant engine and transmission driving characteristi...

Page 278: ...te us at Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P O Box 33169 Detroit MI 48232 5169 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1...

Page 279: ...weight Consider the following example A vehicle model base weight is 5 500 lbs 2 495 kg 2 800 lbs 1 270 kg at the front axle and 2 700 lbs 1 225 kg at the rear axle It has a GVWR of 7 200 lbs 3 266 kg...

Page 280: ...ut 900 lbs 408 kg on the rear axle without exceeding RGAWR The effect of tongue weight is about 1 5 times the actual weight Dividing the 900 lbs 408 kg by 1 5 leaves you with being able to handle only...

Page 281: ...ed from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do...

Page 282: ...ns Passing You will need more passing distance up ahead when you are towing a trailer And because you are a good deal longer you will need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can r...

Page 283: ...ift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well On a long uphill grade shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph 70 km h to reduce the possib...

Page 284: ...eduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more information Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid do not overfill engine oil axle lubricant drive belt cool...

Page 285: ...ic Transmission Fluid 5 23 Engine Coolant 5 23 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 26 Engine Overheating 5 26 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 28 Cooling System 5 29 Power Steering Fluid 5...

Page 286: ...3 Care of Safety Belts 5 94 Weatherstrips 5 94 Washing Your Vehicle 5 94 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 94 Finish Care 5 95 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 95 Aluminun or Chrome Plated Wheels and Trim...

Page 287: ...rodynamics durability and electronic systems like antilock brakes traction control and stability control Some of these accessories could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by warranty GM Acc...

Page 288: ...ium batteries contained in remote keyless entry transmitters may contain perchlorate materials Special handling may be necessary For additional information see www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlora...

Page 289: ...ur vehicle Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle To help keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance we recommend the use o...

Page 290: ...511 in Canada Some gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT We recommend against the use of gasolines containing MMT See Additives on pag...

Page 291: ...ere not designed for those fuels Notice Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage...

Page 292: ...hen refueling your vehicle This is against the law in some places Do not re enter the vehicle while pumping fuel Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel ca...

Page 293: ...ic 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 3 42 The TIGHTEN GAS CAP...

Page 294: ...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 fuel Do not use a cellular phone while pumping fuel C...

Page 295: ...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 296: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3 6L V6 engine you will see the following 5 12...

Page 297: ...page 5 33 G Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 16 H Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 16 I Brake Master Cylinde...

Page 298: ...When you open the hood on the 4 6L V8 engine you will see the following 5 14...

Page 299: ...der Engine Oil on page 5 16 G Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 16 H Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 5 35 I Engine...

Page 300: ...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 eng...

Page 301: ...on page 5 111 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged See En...

Page 302: ...own in the viscosity chart SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 Oils meeting these re...

Page 303: ...he oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is nece...

Page 304: ...e the Engine Oil Life System has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do no...

Page 305: ...intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each 50 000 mile 80 000 km interval See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more information If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions insp...

Page 306: ...tenance Replacement Parts on page 6 14 for the correct part number for the filter 6 Reinstall the cover by reversing Steps 1 through 4 CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can...

Page 307: ...Required Services on page 6 6 and be sure to use the fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coo...

Page 308: ...e 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 be b...

Page 309: ...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 310: ...oss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured The coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully installed on the coolant surge tank See Engine Compartment Ov...

Page 311: ...heated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 5 28 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle...

Page 312: ...the warnings are still indicated turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down Also see Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode later in this section You might decide...

Page 313: ...pusher fans A which are located behind the vehicle s grille CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothi...

Page 314: ...from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 5 28 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice...

Page 315: ...an boil before the proper coolant mixture will The vehicle s CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture the...

Page 316: ...iator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about one quarter turn and then stop If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure l...

Page 317: ...l 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 bottle...

Page 318: ...incorrect fluid may damage your vehicle and the damages may not be covered by your warranty Always use the correct fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 Windshield Washer Flui...

Page 319: ...tifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage the vehicle s windshield washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Com...

Page 320: ...id 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 Brake System Warning...

Page 321: ...ap before removing it This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in the brake hydraulic system the brakes might not work well This could cause a crash Always...

Page 322: ...pair Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts...

Page 323: ...hen it is time for a new battery see your dealer retailer for one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for battery locatio...

Page 324: ...t systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could caus...

Page 325: ...vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 You should always use this remote ground location instead of the terminal on the battery Notice If you connect a negative cable to the Engine Cont...

Page 326: ...and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables do not...

Page 327: ...es not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at leas...

Page 328: ...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 329: ...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 pl...

Page 330: ...of the filler plug hole located on the rear axle you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance S...

Page 331: ...and Lubricants on page 6 12 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment However if your vehicle is damaged in a crash the headlamp aim may be aff...

Page 332: ...er 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 slightly different shade than it was...

Page 333: ...type see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 14 To replace the wiper blade assembly do the following 1 Turn the ignition to ON RUN with the engine off 2 Turn on the windshield wipers and tu...

Page 334: ...damage the windshield Any damage that occurs would not be covered by your warranty Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield 6 Replace the blade with a new one 7 Reinstall the wiper bl...

Page 335: ...tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when yo...

Page 336: ...ires 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 or...

Page 337: ...tion code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the...

Page 338: ...re tire see Compact Spare Tire on page 5 90 and If a Tire Goes Flat on page 5 75 B Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread C Tire Identification Numb...

Page 339: ...d Rim Association B Tire Width The three digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to widt...

Page 340: ...are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascals kPa befo...

Page 341: ...ight The sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Normal Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs 68...

Page 342: ...New Tires on page 5 67 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determine...

Page 343: ...ows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount...

Page 344: ...til you reach the recommended amount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Re check the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure to put the...

Page 345: ...nt size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle...

Page 346: ...s 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS o...

Page 347: ...started and then turn off as you start to drive This could be an early indicator that the air pressure in the tire s are getting low and need to be inflated to the proper pressure A Tire and Loading I...

Page 348: ...rs are missing or damaged The DIC message and the TPMS malfunction light should go off when the TPMS sensors are installed and the sensor matching process is performed successfully See your dealer ret...

Page 349: ...ds twice to signal the receiver is in relearn mode and TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message displays on the DIC screen 4 Start with the driver side front tire 5 Remove the valve cap from the valve cap stem Ac...

Page 350: ...intenance on page 6 4 The purpose of a regular tire rotation is to achieve a uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle This will ensure that your vehicle continues to perform most like it did when the...

Page 351: ...ng speeds vehicle loading and road conditions influence when you need new tires One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which appear when your tires have onl...

Page 352: ...performance and vehicle safety during normal use as the original tires GM s exclusive TPC Spec system considers over a dozen critical specifications that impact the overall performance of your vehicle...

Page 353: ...of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle If you must replace your vehicle s tires with those that do not have a TPC...

Page 354: ...8 and Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 for additional information Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and max...

Page 355: ...s tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the hi...

Page 356: ...ment Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except...

Page 357: ...t Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearanc...

Page 358: ...damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle and do not spin the vehicle s wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on th...

Page 359: ...nd may require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go...

Page 360: ...You and they could be badly injured or even killed Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn...

Page 361: ...and Tools The equipment is located in the rear of the vehicle To access the equipment 1 Remove the storage bin to access the jack if your vehicle has the cargo management system If your vehicle has t...

Page 362: ...iftgate See Power Liftgate on page 2 13 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...

Page 363: ...Check under the vehicle to see if the cable is visible If it is not visible see Secondary Latch System on page 5 84 2 If it is visible first try to tighten the cable by turning the wheel wrench clock...

Page 364: ...urn the handle about 180 degrees then flip the handle back to the starting position This avoids taking the wrench off the lug nut for each turn 3 Find the jacking location using the V shaped notches l...

Page 365: ...lse you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack Use the jack provided with your vehicle only for changing a flat tire 5 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise th...

Page 366: ...ench clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the compact spare tire to fit under the vehicle 9 Remove all the wheel nuts and the flat tire 10 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel b...

Page 367: ...scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 76 CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts Because the nuts might come loose The vehic...

Page 368: ...specification 16 Do not try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare tire It will not fit Store the wheel cover securely in the rear of the vehicle until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced...

Page 369: ...se until approximately 6 inches 15 cm of cable is exposed 3 Attach the wheel wrench to the jack and raise the jack at least 10 turns 4 Place the jack under the vehicle ahead of the rear bumper Positio...

Page 370: ...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 371: ...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 372: ...valve stem pointing down If the spare tire is stored with the valve stem pointing upwards its secondary latch will not work properly and the spare tire could loosen and suddenly fall from your vehicle...

Page 373: ...This will help when you check and maintain tire pressure in the spare 7 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle Continue turning the wheel wrench until you feel more than two clicks...

Page 374: ...Monitor System on page 5 61 The system may not work correctly when the compact spare is installed on the vehicle Of course it s best to replace the spare with a full size tire as soon as you can The...

Page 375: ...apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth Notice If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on your vehicle you could scratch the glass and or cause damage to the rear window defogge...

Page 376: ...soil to absorb into the paper towel until no more can be removed For solid dry soils remove as much as possible and then vacuum To clean use the following instructions 1 Saturate a lint free clean whi...

Page 377: ...cleaning is necessary a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust and dirt Never use spot lifters or removers on plastic surfaces Many commercial cleaners a...

Page 378: ...arranty Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight Use a car washing soap Do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives as they can damage the paint metal or pl...

Page 379: ...oreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping y...

Page 380: ...of your vehicle Do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome pol...

Page 381: ...erbody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every sp...

Page 382: ...grime from chrome wheels Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other li...

Page 383: ...le 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 Ident...

Page 384: ...Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 70 Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper moto...

Page 385: ...borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace...

Page 386: ...FAN 2 Right Side Engine Cooling Fan Motors FAN S P Series Parallel Engine Cooling Fan FRT WASH Front Washer Pump Relays Usage FAN 1 Left Side Engine Cooling Fan Motors FOG LAMP Front Fog Lamps SPARE...

Page 387: ...FAN 2 Right Cooling Fan Motor SPARE Spare FAN 1 Left Cooling Fan Motor J Case Fuses Usage BLWR Front Blower Motor Assembly STRTR Starter Solenoid LPDB 2 LRPDB Left Side Rear Power Distribution Box ABS...

Page 388: ...ion Coils Odd Fuel Injectors BCM 1 Body Control Module BCM Power LT HI BEAM Left Side High Beam Headlamp Mini Fuses Usage BCM 7 CLOCK Switch Dimming Analog Clock SPARE Spare EMIS 2 Cooling Fan Relays...

Page 389: ...ump HORN Horn Assembly A C CLTCH Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump Circuit Breaker Usage HDLP WASH Headlamp Washer Pump Rear Underseat Fuse Block Left Side The left side rear fuse...

Page 390: ...s Usage STOP Not Used ELC Electronic Level Control ELC Compressor Motor PRK LAMP Not Used REAR FOG Not Used Relays Usage SPARE Spare RT POS Not Used LH POS PRK LAMP Front Rear Park Lamps SPARE Spare 5...

Page 391: ...de Rearview Mirror Window Switches STOP LAMPS Not Used MRK LAMP License Lamps LH PRK POS LAMPS Left Side Taillamp Left Side Front Park Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Mini Fuses Usage RH PRK LAMPS Right Side T...

Page 392: ...LR Fuse Puller J C Joint Connector Rear Underseat Fuse Block Right Side The right side rear fuse block is located under the rear seat on the right side of the vehicle The carpet must be lifted up to a...

Page 393: ...Relays Usage REAR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger SPARE Spare SPARE Spare Relays Usage UNLCK Rear Door Locks SPARE Spare LCK Rear Door Locks 5 109...

Page 394: ...Turn Lamp REAR A C Rear Air Conditioning System RUN Climate Control Module HDD STR WHL Heated Steering Wheel SPARE Spare SPARE Spare SPARE Spare Mini Fuses Usage DR LCK Rear Door Locks PDM Passenger D...

Page 395: ...tion label located under the hood See your dealer retailer for more information Automatic Transmission Pan Removal and Replacement 5 Speed Automatic 7 4 qt 7 0 L 6 Speed Automatic 6 7 qt 6 3 L Cooling...

Page 396: ...Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 3 6L V6 7 Automatic 0 044 inches 1 10 mm 4 6L V8 A Automatic 0 050 inches 1 27 mm 5 112...

Page 397: ...d Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 10 Recommended Fluids...

Page 398: ...nt Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protec...

Page 399: ...med when indicated See Additional Required Services on page 6 6 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 6 7 for further information CAUTION Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous In tryin...

Page 400: ...eduled Maintenance To maintain the ride handling and performance of your vehicle it is important that the first tire rotation service be performed when the vehicle has 5 000 to 8 000 miles 8 000 to 13...

Page 401: ...any leaks or damage See footnote g Inspect engine air cleaner filter If necessary replace filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 21 See footnote k Check tires for inflation pressures and wear...

Page 402: ...0 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 21 Replace passen...

Page 403: ...10 F 12 C or higher or they could be damaged a Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condi...

Page 404: ...any vehicle system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired and the fluid level checked Add fluid if needed h Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is m...

Page 405: ...level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 5 16 Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page...

Page 406: ...ther position contact your dealer retailer for service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle...

Page 407: ...ply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the pa...

Page 408: ...e Oil on page 5 16 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 5 23 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Bra...

Page 409: ...inge Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Usage Fluid Lubricant Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in...

Page 410: ...engines 25735595 or 25798271 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...

Page 411: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 3 6L V6 Engine 4 6L V8 Engine 6 15...

Page 412: ...f services performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 9 can be added on the following record pages You...

Page 413: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed 6 17...

Page 414: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed 6 18...

Page 415: ...tesy Transportation 7 11 Collision Damage Repair 7 12 Reporting Safety Defects 7 16 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 16 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7...

Page 416: ...er contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help in the United States contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center 2...

Page 417: ...informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision give...

Page 418: ...that the entire dispute settlement process from the time you file your complaint to the final decision should be completed in approximately 70 days We believe our impartial program offers advantages...

Page 419: ...nformation 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...

Page 420: ...addressed to 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 For Te...

Page 421: ...his 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 scoot...

Page 422: ...formed on site for the following situations Fuel Delivery Delivery of enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station approximately 5 in Canada In Canada for safety reasons propane a...

Page 423: ...ncy road service and you will be reimbursed up to 100 upon submission of the original receipt to Cadillac Roadside Service Cadillac and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to limit serv...

Page 424: ...ot part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Cadillac and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Serv...

Page 425: ...Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Transportation Options Warranty service c...

Page 426: ...te a rental agreement and meet state local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible fo...

Page 427: ...the history of these parts is not known Such parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty and any related failures are not covered by that warranty Aftermarket collision parts are al...

Page 428: ...e carefully as you may be charged at the end of your lease for poor quality repairs If a Crash Occurs Here is what to do if you are involved in a crash Try to relax and then check to make sure you are...

Page 429: ...r facility to fix the damage make sure you are comfortable with them Remember you will have to feel comfortable with their work for a long time Once you have an estimate read it carefully and make sur...

Page 430: ...aints it may open an investigation If it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems...

Page 431: ...nd repair information on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give additional technical service information needed to knowledgea...

Page 432: ...ian residents are to make checks payable in U S funds Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated computers that record information about the vehicle s performance...

Page 433: ...is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location is recorded However other parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data...

Page 434: ...other trip information Refer to the navigation system operating manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions Radio Frequency Identification RFID RFID technology is used in some...

Page 435: ...Makes an Airbag Inflate 1 63 All Wheel Drive 5 44 All Wheel Drive AWD System 4 8 Analog Clock 3 22 Antenna Rear Side Window 3 94 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 94 Antilock Brake System A...

Page 436: ...ies 4 5 Brakes 5 35 Panic Assist 4 8 System Warning Light 3 38 Braking 4 3 Braking in Emergencies 4 5 Break In New Vehicle 2 24 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Halogen Bulbs 5 48 Headlamp Aiming 5 47 High Inten...

Page 437: ...ior 5 91 Leather 5 93 Speaker Covers 5 93 Tires 5 96 Underbody Maintenance 5 97 Washing Your Vehicle 5 94 Cleaning cont Weatherstrips 5 94 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 95 Wood Panels 5 93 Climate Con...

Page 438: ...ng System 2 10 Delayed Locking 2 11 Locks 2 10 Power Door Locks 2 10 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 11 Rear Door Security Locks 2 12 Driver Information Center DIC 3 47 DIC Operation and Displays...

Page 439: ...ting 5 26 Running While Parked 2 40 Speed Limiter 3 33 Starting 2 26 Entry Lighting 3 19 Event Data Recorders 7 19 Extender Safety Belt 1 32 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 3 19 F Filter Engine Air Cl...

Page 440: ...rning Flashers 3 6 Head Restraints 1 9 Headlamp Aiming 5 47 Headlamps 3 16 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Daytime Running Lamps 3 17 Flash to Pass 3 9 Halogen Bulbs 5 48 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 5...

Page 441: ...Child Restraints 1 43 Level Control 4 40 Liftgate Power 2 13 Light Airbag Readiness 3 34 Antilock Brake System Warning 3 39 Brake System Warning 3 38 Charging System 3 37 Cruise Control 3 46 Engine C...

Page 442: ...th 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 10 Maintenance Schedule cont Introduction 6 2 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Maintenance Record 6 16 Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 Own...

Page 443: ...ome Remote System 2 50 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Outlet Adjustment 3 29 Outlets Accessory Power 3 21 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror 2 44 Convex Mirror 2 44 Power Heated Mirrors 2 43 Overheated Engin...

Page 444: ...ystem see Navigation Manual 3 90 Rear Seat Audio 3 90 Reception 3 93 Setting the Time 3 71 Theft Deterrent 3 92 Reading Lamps 3 20 Rear Air Conditioning System 3 29 Rear Axle 5 46 Limited Slip 4 7 Rea...

Page 445: ...y Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 31 Safety Belts Are for Everyone 1 13 Safety Warnings and Symbols iii Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Seats Head Restraints 1 9 Heated Seats 1 4 Memory Mirrors 1 5 Power Lumbar...

Page 446: ...57 Glove Box 2 57 Luggage Carrier 2 58 Stowable Seat 1 12 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 32 Sun Visors 2 20 Sunroof 2 59 2 61 T Tachometer 3 33 TCS Warning Light 3 39 Theft Deterrent Radio 3 92 Theft...

Page 447: ...When It Is Time for New Tires 5 67 Winter Tires 5 52 Tow Haul Mode 2 33 Tow Haul Mode Light 3 46 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 39 Towing a Trailer 4 41 Your Vehicle 4 39 Traction Control System TCS 4...

Page 448: ...ning Flashers 3 6 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Washer Headlamps 3 12 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 72 Different Size 5 70 Replacement 5 72 Where to Put the...

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