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Cadillac XLR-V 2006, Owner'S Manual


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Pretensioners, Safety Belt ................................ 1-17
Problems with Route Guidance ......................... 4-50
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock ............... 2-12

Q

Questions and Answers About Safety Belts .......... 1-9

R

Racing or Other Competitive Driving .................. 5-18
Radio ............................................................ 4-51

Personalization with Home and

Away Feature .......................................... 4-74

Radios .......................................................... 3-82

Care of Your CD Player ............................... 3-86
Care of Your CDs ........................................ 3-86
Theft-Deterrent ............................................ 3-83
Understanding Reception .............................. 3-84

Rainsense™ Wipers ........................................ 3-10
Raising the Retractable Hardtop ........................ 2-48
Reading Lamps .............................................. 3-33
Rear Axle ...................................................... 6-44

Limited-Slip ................................................. 5-11

Rear Storage Area .......................................... 2-46

Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming

with OnStar

®

.............................................. 2-35

Reclining Seatback, Power ................................. 1-3
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ................. 7-11
Recreational Vehicle Towing ............................. 5-37
Replacement, Windshield ................................. 6-49
Reporting Safety Defects

Canadian Government .................................. 8-14
General Motors ........................................... 8-14
United States Government ............................ 8-13

Restraint System Check

Checking the Restraint Systems .................... 1-45
Replacing Restraint System Parts

After a Crash .......................................... 1-46

Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...................... 2-22
Retractable Hardtop ........................................ 2-47

Lowering .................................................... 2-47
Raising ...................................................... 2-48

Roadside

Service ........................................................ 8-6

Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out .................... 5-32
Route Preference ............................................ 4-36
Routing, Engine Drive Belt ............................... 7-14
Run-Flat Tires ................................................ 6-56
Running the Engine While Parked ..................... 2-34

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Summary of Contents for XLR-V 2006

Page 1: ...omputer 3 82 Audio System s 3 82 Navigation System 4 1 Overview 4 2 Features and Controls 4 10 Navigation Audio System 4 51 Voice Recognition 4 75 Driving Your Vehicle 5 1 Your Driving the Road and Yo...

Page 2: ...ual in the vehicle so it will be there if it is needed while you are on the road If the vehicle is sold leave this manual in the vehicle Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be ob...

Page 3: ...nd the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you...

Page 4: ...warning labels on the vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text de...

Page 5: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle v...

Page 6: ...NOTES vi...

Page 7: ...ung Children 1 20 Child Restraint Systems 1 23 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 27 Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position 1 28 Airbag System 1 32 Where Are the Airbags...

Page 8: ...e Power Reclining Seatback on page 1 3 Power Lumbar The driver s and passenger s seatback lumbar support switches are located on the outboard sides of the seats Use the power seat controls first to ge...

Page 9: ...setting The settings available in order are HI HEAT LO HEAT OFF HI COOL LO COOL and OFF You will be able to feel the temperature change in a few minutes The feature will automatically turn off when th...

Page 10: ...The shoulder belt cannot do its job In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt f...

Page 11: ...d or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passenger s belt is fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to r...

Page 12: ...n buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed...

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

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

Page 15: ...pside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safet...

Page 16: ...t is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be ridin...

Page 17: ...uickly if you ever had to 5 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies fo...

Page 18: ...o loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury...

Page 19: ...n be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause se...

Page 20: ...riously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much...

Page 21: ...across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can...

Page 22: ...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 and the lap portion should be worn as low as po...

Page 23: ...e to severe frontal and near frontal crash Pretensioners work only once If they activate in a crash you will need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing...

Page 24: ...raint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the...

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

Page 26: ...hildren Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canad...

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

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

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

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

Page 31: ...int system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle An add on child restraint system is a portable one which is purchased by the vehicle s owner To help reduce injuries an add on child restraint must...

Page 32: ...lf or in a booklet or both and to this manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Keep in mind that an unsecured...

Page 33: ...d restraint with lower attachments and or a top tether Some child restraints with a top tether are designed to be used whether the top tether is anchored or not Other child restraints require that the...

Page 34: ...d 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 to the inflating airbag Be...

Page 35: ...child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Your vehicle has a right front passenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 40 General Motors recommends that rear...

Page 36: ...elt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set...

Page 37: ...when the vehicle is started If a child 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 If af...

Page 38: ...ing ejected from it Airbags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts Airbags are designed to work with safety belts but do not replace them CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Frontal airbags f...

Page 39: ...intaining control of the vehicle Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed...

Page 40: ...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 51 for more information Where Are the...

Page 41: ...The passenger s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact airbag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door 1 35...

Page 42: ...flate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airba...

Page 43: ...mph 19 to 26 km h and the threshold level for a full deployment is about 18 to 24 mph 29 to 38 5 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above...

Page 44: ...eel the instrument panel and the side of the front seatbacks closest to the door How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact...

Page 45: ...oon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or a doo...

Page 46: ...igned to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the passenger s frontal airbag and side impact airbag if equipped should be enabled may inflate or not Accident statistics s...

Page 47: ...in a rear seat The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag and side impact airbag if equipped if the passenger s seat is unoccupied the system determines that a...

Page 48: ...For some children who have outgrown child restraints and for very small adults the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the passenger s frontal airbag and side impact airbag if equipped d...

Page 49: ...ing important safety information Aftermarket equipment such as seat covers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates You may want to consider not using seat covers or other aftermarket...

Page 50: ...They 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 The airbag system does not need regular m...

Page 51: ...nchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed...

Page 52: ...r replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt was not being used at the time of the collision If an airbag inflates you will need to replace airbag system parts See the part on th...

Page 53: ...Into Park P 2 30 Shifting Out of Park P 2 32 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 33 Engine Exhaust 2 34 Running the Engine While Parked 2 34 Mirrors 2 35 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar 2 35...

Page 54: ...left in the vehicle A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move If they started the engine and moved th...

Page 55: ...shbutton start See Ignition Positions on page 2 21 for information on starting the vehicle Notice If you ever lose your transmitter s and or key it could be difficult to get into your vehicle You may...

Page 56: ...use undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment If you ever notice a decrease...

Page 57: ...nce If this button is pressed twice the doors will lock the light will flash once and the horn will sound once K Unlock Press this button once to unlock the driver s door The indicator light on the do...

Page 58: ...mitter do the following 1 The vehicle must be off 2 Have the recognized and new unrecognized transmitters on your person 3 Go to the rear of the vehicle and insert the vehicle key into the key cylinde...

Page 59: ...OFF ACC TO LEARN 7 Press the ACC button 8 The DIC will read WAIT 10 MINUTES and will count down to zero one minute at a time 9 The DIC will display OFF ACC TO LEARN again 10 Press the ACC button 11 T...

Page 60: ...hicle in PARK P or NEUTRAL N press the brake pedal and the START button Although this will start the vehicle it is recommended that you replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible The DIC may...

Page 61: ...d door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening To lock or unlock your vehicle from the outside use the keyless access transmitter and press the...

Page 62: ...d on the floor next to each seat Pull the handle up to unlock and unlatch the door If you are outside the vehicle there is a door release tab in the trunk The tab is located behind a panel on the driv...

Page 63: ...d and the light will stay on continuously When the unlock portion of the button is pressed and the door is closed a beep will sound and the light will flash twice When the button is pressed and the do...

Page 64: ...e will sound continuously The vehicle will remain locked only when at least one transmitter has been removed from the vehicle and both doors are closed See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 78 Tru...

Page 65: ...itter to open the trunk To disable this feature see Valet Lockout Switch under Theft Deterrent Systems on page 2 18 You may passively enter the trunk when you squeeze the trunk release sensor located...

Page 66: ...n the lower rear fascia on the driver s side of the vehicle Use the key to pry open the door to access the key cylinder Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice Do not use the emergency trunk release han...

Page 67: ...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 68: ...r RAP on page 2 22 Power Window Initialize After a power reconnect such as battery replacement the express up and index up features will not function until the system is initialized Once power is rest...

Page 69: ...osition Weather conditions such as severe icing may also cause the window to auto reverse The window will return to normal operation once the obstruction or condition is removed CAUTION If express ove...

Page 70: ...out glare It can also be detached from the center mount and moved to the side Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors Swing the visor down and lift the cover The lamp will automatically come on when the cover is...

Page 71: ...e closed If your passenger stays in the vehicle when you leave with the keyless access transmitter have the passenger lock the vehicle after the doors are closed This way the alarm will not arm and yo...

Page 72: ...elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Keep your speed at 55 mph 88 km h or less for the first 500 miles 805 km Do not drive at any one constant...

Page 73: ...tion mode will change to ACC Accessory See Shifting Into Park P on page 2 30 When the engine is off press this button to place the vehicle in accessory mode ACCESSORY MODE ON will display on the Drive...

Page 74: ...cess transmitter must be in the vehicle for the ignition to work Notice Do not try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transmission Shift to PARK P only when yo...

Page 75: ...dealer If you do not your engine might not perform properly Any resulting damage would not be covered by your vehicle s warranty Stopping Your Engine Move the shift lever to PARK P and press the ACC...

Page 76: ...ngine compartment in front of the engine coolant surge tank 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also...

Page 77: ...king brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others coul...

Page 78: ...EUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed Use Neutral N if the car must be moved with the engine off for short distances Please see Towing Your Vehicle on page 5 37 CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear...

Page 79: ...pshift or downshift The gear selected and shown in the HUD is one of a number of gears available It does not mean that the vehicle will operate only in that specific gear The actual gear that the vehi...

Page 80: ...um engine speed This only happens if the vehicle is left in too high of a gear for the vehicle s speed For example if you have been driving in fifth gear range and come to a stop without manually down...

Page 81: ...L N and the engine is running the parking brake should release If the parking brake has not been fully released and you try to drive off with the parking brake on the parking brake indicator light wil...

Page 82: ...released and the brake warning light is off before driving Shifting Into Park P CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake...

Page 83: ...out first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transmission into PARK P pr...

Page 84: ...r all the way into PARK P and release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear you wish If you ever hold the br...

Page 85: ...Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Do not park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn 2 33...

Page 86: ...le Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running the Engine While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running But if you ever h...

Page 87: ...tic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar Your vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror The mirror also contains OnStar controls For more information about OnStar see OnStar System on pag...

Page 88: ...o rid them of snow ice or condensation They will heat when the rear window defogger is turned on See Rear Window Defogger under Dual Climate Control System on page 3 41 If the vehicle has the memory o...

Page 89: ...REVERSE R and a five second delay has occurred the passenger s side mirror will return to its original position This feature can be enabled disabled through the Driver Information Center DIC See Park...

Page 90: ...d in the vehicle s glove box literature For more information visit www onstar com or www onstar ca Contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or press the OnStar button to speak to an OnStar advi...

Page 91: ...is a feature of OnStar Hands Free Calling that uses your minutes to access weather local traffic reports and stock quotes By pressing the phone button and giving a few simple voice commands you can br...

Page 92: ...complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received inc...

Page 93: ...able to assist you in the programming steps Keep the original hand held transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future Universal Home Remote programming It is also recommended that upon t...

Page 94: ...nadian Programming later in this section 4 The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly after Universal Home Remote successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand held tra...

Page 95: ...Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission This may not be long enough for Universal Home Rem...

Page 96: ...e beginning with Step 2 under Programming Universal Home Remote shown earlier in this section Individual buttons cannot be erased but they can be reprogrammed See Reprogramming a Single Universal Home...

Page 97: ...and release the button near the top so it extends out Then turn the button in either direction to unlatch the lid and pull the console lid down After you close the lid press the release button back in...

Page 98: ...n either side of the trunk There is also a storage compartment located in the trunk on the passenger s side To access the storage compartment unsnap the lid To reinstall the lid line up the opening in...

Page 99: ...ehicle to outdoor conditions may cause damage Always close the retractable hardtop if leaving your vehicle outdoors 1 Park on a level surface and shift the transmission into PARK P 2 The vehicle s eng...

Page 100: ...ding the retractable hardtop If this happens see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 67 for more information Raising the Retractable Hardtop 1 Park on a level surface Shift the transmission into PARK...

Page 101: ...this happens see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 67 for more information Manually Raising the Retractable Hardtop If your vehicle has a power loss such as a dead battery you can still raise the t...

Page 102: ...ter link down to unlock the linkage 7 Move the rear tonneau rearward and up to the stored position Pull from the center of the tonneau to keep pressure even The rubber bumper on each corner will fit a...

Page 103: ...up until they stop to lock the linkage 9 Close the hydraulic pump valve by turning it clockwise with your hand until it stops 10 Remove the upright center storage compartment Use the wrench to remove...

Page 104: ...pull up easily If it does not push the over center link up more 12 Manually move the front tonneau to the open position Once the front tonneau is open fold the side wings in by gently pressing them i...

Page 105: ...he center of the top near the front 14 Insert the wrench into the bolt beneath the plug location Turn the wrench about one quarter turn counterclockwise until it stops while gently pulling up on the c...

Page 106: ...ront and the rear and lift the top until it is almost closed Be careful not to pinch your fingers between the rear of the top and the rear window 17 Place your hands on the top and guide the top into...

Page 107: ...n the headliner Turn the wrench counterclockwise until it stops to fully open the latch jaws around the pins 20 Pull down on the roof with the latch rotated open Turn the wrench clockwise until it sto...

Page 108: ...the trunk Vehicle Personalization In addition to the following features your vehicle may also have features that can be programmed through the Driver Information Center DIC See DIC Vehicle Personaliz...

Page 109: ...d positions To stop recall movement of the memory feature at any time press one of the power seat controls power mirror control buttons memory buttons or power steering column control Two personalized...

Page 110: ...NOTES 2 58...

Page 111: ...3 Instrument Panel Brightness 3 33 Courtesy Lamps 3 33 Entry Exit Lighting 3 33 Reading Lamps 3 33 Battery Run Down Protection 3 34 Head Up Display HUD 3 34 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA 3 38 Ac...

Page 112: ...4 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 67 Other Messages 3 77 DIC Vehicle Personalization 3 78 Trip Computer 3 82 Oil Life Indicator 3 82 Audio System s 3 82 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 83 Audio Steering Wheel C...

Page 113: ...NOTES 3 3...

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

Page 115: ...hers on page 3 6 H Voice Commands Audio Controls See OnStar System on page 2 38 or Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3 84 I Adaptive Cruise Controls If Equipped See Adaptive Cruise Control ACC und...

Page 116: ...es If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on your steering wheel pad to sound the...

Page 117: ...urn or a lane change To signal a turn move the multifunction lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will fl...

Page 118: ...e instrument panel cluster also will be on To change the headlamps from high to low pull the lever rearward Flash to Pass This feature lets you use the high beam headlamps to signal the driver in fron...

Page 119: ...nly be manually adjusted when the lever is in this position 9 Off Move the lever to this position to turn off the windshield wipers 8 Mist Move the lever all the way down to mist and release for a sin...

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

Page 121: ...r do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision If the fluid in the windshield washer fluid reservoir is low the...

Page 122: ...parking brake is set or if the master cylinder brake fluid level is low If you apply your brakes the cruise control will shut off CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely...

Page 123: ...cruise symbol on the instrument panel will illuminate when the cruise control is engaged Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This...

Page 124: ...the set button Each time you do this you ll go about 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot...

Page 125: ...s you to keep cruise control engaged in moderate traffic conditions without having to constantly reset your cruise control Adaptive Cruise Control uses radar to detect a vehicle directly ahead in your...

Page 126: ...u are driving in conditions where Adaptive Cruise Control should not be used See Alerting the Driver in this section On slippery roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning a...

Page 127: ...ght hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the Adaptive Cruise Control switch off until you want to use cruise control CAUTION If you...

Page 128: ...Display HUD to indicate that Adaptive Cruise Control is active See Head Up Display HUD on page 3 34 for more information Make sure the set speed is visible on the HUD so you know the speed your vehic...

Page 129: ...d until the system determines there is not a vehicle in front of you At that point your vehicle speed will increase to the set speed Decreasing Set Speed While Using Adaptive Cruise Control Press in t...

Page 130: ...ces to choose from The follow distance selection ranges from near to far 1 second to 2 seconds follow time The distance maintained for a selected follow distance will vary based on vehicle speed The f...

Page 131: ...ptive Cruise Control from operating See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 67 for more information A malfunction is detected in the system See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 67 for more informat...

Page 132: ...ve Cruise Control will automatically slow your vehicle down when approaching a slower moving vehicle It will then adjust your speed to follow the vehicle in front at the selected follow distance Your...

Page 133: ...the HUD will flash and the warning beep will sound The driver must take action since Adaptive Cruise Control will not slow the vehicle to a stop Passing a Vehicle If you need to increase speed to pas...

Page 134: ...cessary Select an appropriate speed while driving in curves Adaptive Cruise Control may operate differently in a sharp curve The system may reduce your speed in a curve if the curve is too sharp The T...

Page 135: ...ntering or exiting a curve This is normal operation Your vehicle does not need service Highway Exit Ramps CAUTION Adaptive Cruise Control may lose track of the vehicle ahead and accelerate up to your...

Page 136: ...ou may choose not to use Adaptive Cruise Control on steep hills Disengaging Adaptive Cruise Control To disengage the system apply the brake pedal or move the Adaptive Cruise Control switch to off Adap...

Page 137: ...try to engage Adaptive Cruise Control If this does not fix the problem you may have to remove the fascia lens and clean the inside of the fascia lens and radar lens To clean the inside of the fascia l...

Page 138: ...erior lamps in automatic mode AUTO mode will turn the exterior lamps on and off depending on how much light is available outside the vehicle Turning the band to AUTO mode also enables the Adaptive For...

Page 139: ...amps and parking lamps after the windshield wipers have been in use for approximately six seconds and the multifunction lever is in the AUTO position See Exterior Lamps on page 3 28 When the exterior...

Page 140: ...regular lamps will go off and the front turn signal lamps will take over If you start your vehicle in a dark garage the automatic headlamp system will come on immediately Once you leave the garage it...

Page 141: ...stem See Exterior Lamps on page 3 28 Fog Lamps Use fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions The fog lamps control is located on the multifunction lever next to the exterior lamp contro...

Page 142: ...as usual Make sure your instrument panel brightness control is in full bright position See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 33 for more information You can idle the vehicle with the lamps off ev...

Page 143: ...ress the top of the button to brighten the lights or the bottom of the button to dim the lights See Head Up Display HUD on page 3 34 for more information Be sure not to have the brightness turned all...

Page 144: ...or too high in your field of view it may take you more time to see things you need to see when it is dark outside Be sure to keep the HUD image dim and placed low in your field of view The Head Up Dis...

Page 145: ...tions the CHECK GAGES message will display in the HUD View your Driver Information Center DIC for more information The HUD controls are located to the left of the steering wheel Brightness This button...

Page 146: ...our HUD may anticipate that you are entering a dark area and may begin to dim To turn off the HUD press the brightness button down until the image disappears Polarized sunglasses could make the HUD im...

Page 147: ...sage indicates that your vehicle speed has been reduced below your set speed due to ACC limitations Your set speed is too high and ACC cannot detect other vehicles at far enough distances for the syst...

Page 148: ...bicyclists or pets behind you and they could be injured or killed Whether or not you are using rear park assist always check carefully behind your vehicle before you back up and then watch closely as...

Page 149: ...is attached to your vehicle or a bicycle or object is on the back of or hanging out of your trunk The light will continue to flash until the trailer or the object is removed and your vehicle is driven...

Page 150: ...uld result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets Notice Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle ma...

Page 151: ...lid You should avoid putting small loose objects near the ashtray To use the cigarette lighter push it in all the way and let go When it is ready it will pop back out by itself Notice Holding a cigare...

Page 152: ...arms up to maintain the chosen temperature setting The length of time needed for warm up will depend on the outside temperature and the length of time that has elapsed since your vehicle was last driv...

Page 153: ...changing the mode cancels automatic operation and places the system in manual mode Press the AUTO button to return to automatic operation To change the current mode select one of the following H Vent...

Page 154: ...your vehicle to become too dry To prevent this from happening after the air in your vehicle has cooled turn the recirculation mode off Sensors There are sensors to measure the temperature and sun s e...

Page 155: ...climate control system is used properly There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield Use the floor defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers Use defr...

Page 156: ...ill only run for approximately five minutes before turning off The defogger can also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine The heated outside rearview mirrors will he...

Page 157: ...cluding pollen and dust particles Reductions in airflow which may occur more often in dusty areas indicate that the filter may need to be replaced early The filter should be replaced as part of the ro...

Page 158: ...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 functions Of...

Page 159: ...cle is running You will know how fast you are going about how much fuel you have left and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically The instrument panel cluster indicato...

Page 160: ...C Controls and Displays on page 3 64 for more information Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute rpm Fuel will shut off at about 6700 rpm If you con...

Page 161: ...e airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airbag read...

Page 162: ...airbag deploys Never put a child in a rear facing child restraint in the passenger s seat the unless passenger airbag status indicator shows off Never put a rear facing child restraint in the passenge...

Page 163: ...raint in the passenger s seat if the airbag is turned on If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the...

Page 164: ...reading at 10 volts or below could drain your battery and disable your vehicle Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part is not working th...

Page 165: ...e light will come on when your engine is started and may stay on for several seconds That is normal If the light stays on turn the ignition off Or if the light comes on when you are driving stop as so...

Page 166: ...and the vehicle needs service You can acknowledge this message by pressing the RESET button When the SERVICE STABILITRAK message is displayed the StabiliTrak system will not assist you in controlling...

Page 167: ...depending on how high the temperature is See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 67 for more information See Engine Overheating on page 6 25 for more information Tire Pressure Light This light should...

Page 168: ...ostly repairs that may not 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...

Page 169: ...llow 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 water If so your electrical system...

Page 170: ...d the ignition will be on but the engine will not start if you press the bottom of the ACC button only briefly less than five seconds the accessory power mode will be turned on but not the ignition Af...

Page 171: ...viscosity The Driver Information Center DIC may display messages regarding the oil condition See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 67 and Engine Oil on page 6 15 CAUTION Do not keep driving if the...

Page 172: ...e fog lamps are in use The light will go out when the fog lamps are turned off See Fog Lamps on page 3 31 for more information Lights On Reminder This light comes on whenever the headlamps are on High...

Page 173: ...dded fuel to the vehicle Here are five things that some owners ask about All these things are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage At the gas station the gas pump shuts...

Page 174: ...on page 3 64 for more information You should reset the fuel information display every time you refuel To reset AVERAGE use the information up or down button to scroll to AVE FUEL ECON and hold the re...

Page 175: ...f your vehicle is first sold in Canada the trip odometer will return to zero after 1 242 miles 1 999 km TRIP B This feature allows you to record the distance traveled during a second trip and function...

Page 176: ...and hold the RESET button until the display reads ELAPSED TIME 00 00 00 Press the information button to exit from the ELAPSED TIME display FRONT Lxx Rxx PSI This feature shows the tire pressure for t...

Page 177: ...is displayed when the vehicle has detected that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable point The battery saver system will start reducing certain features of the vehicle that you may not...

Page 178: ...cle serviced by your GM dealer CHECK GAS CAP This message will appear if the gas cap has not been fully tightened You should recheck your gas cap to ensure that it is on properly CLEAN RADAR CRUISE If...

Page 179: ...upshifting the transmission or drive at a lower speed HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED If it is dark enough outside and the headlamps and Twilight Sentinel controls are off this message will display on the DIC Th...

Page 180: ...s soon as possible See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 6 35 LOW COOLANT This message will appear when there is a low level of engine coolant Have the cooling system serviced by your GM dealer as soon...

Page 181: ...nation Be sure to follow the manufacturer s instructions If this message appears while driving or after starting your vehicle and stays on have it checked immediately by your GM dealer to determine th...

Page 182: ...y from these devices when starting the vehicle In addition PDA devices and remote garage and gate openers may also generate Electromagnetic Interference EMI that may interfere with the keyless access...

Page 183: ...rate 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 performance may be reduced the n...

Page 184: ...your vehicle serviced by your GM dealer This message will also be displayed when the cluster is not getting fuel information from the PCM SERVICE RADAR CRUISE If your vehicle has this feature this me...

Page 185: ...ayed STABILITRAK READY If this message appears and a chime sounds the system has completed the functional check of the StabiliTrak System STABILITRAK WARMING When you first start your vehicle and driv...

Page 186: ...EM ACTIVE message will be displayed Slippery road conditions may exist if this message is displayed so adjust your driving accordingly This message will stay on for a few seconds after the traction co...

Page 187: ...e System on page 6 18 FOB BATTERY LOW HIGH TIRE PRESS LF HIGH TIRE PRESS RF HIGH TIRE PRESS LR HIGH TIRE PRESS RR INTRUSION SENSOR OFF INTRUSION SENSOR ON KNOWN FOB LEFT FRONT TIRE FLAT MAX SPD 55 RED...

Page 188: ...through the DIC will be set to the default states Also if the OPTIONS button is pressed the DIC does not display the menus used to set personalizations but instead displays OPTIONS UNAVAILABLE for a...

Page 189: ...s pressed or the vehicle is no longer off or in RAP The DIC will display APPROACH LIGHTS OFF or APPROACH LIGHTS ON Press the OPTIONS button to change the setting Exit Lights This feature activates the...

Page 190: ...ors will lock after eight seconds For example if there are two keyless access transmitters in the vehicle and one is removed the other will be locked in The keyless access transmitter locked in the ve...

Page 191: ...when the shift lever is moved to PARK P The DIC will display AUTO UNLOCK OFF AUTO UNLOCK DRIVER or AUTO UNLOCK BOTH Press the OPTIONS button to change the setting Park Assist This feature tilts the pa...

Page 192: ...s following to familiarize yourself with its features Driving without distraction is a necessity for a safer driving experience See Defensive Driving on page 5 2 By taking a few moments to read this m...

Page 193: ...es covering mobile radio and telephone units If sound equipment can be added it is very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine radi...

Page 194: ...the volume 1 6 Preset Stations Press this button to play stations that are programmed on the radio preset pushbuttons The radio will only seek preset stations with a strong signal that are in the sele...

Page 195: ...Radio Service XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast to coast in the 48 contiguous United States and in Canada if available Just as with FM tall buildings or hills can int...

Page 196: ...or CD players is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the internal lens of the CD optics with lubricants Diversity Antenna System The AM FM antennas are located under the decklid surface in th...

Page 197: ...Preference 4 36 Maps 4 38 Symbols 4 42 Keyless Access System 4 47 OnStar System 4 47 Global Positioning System GPS 4 48 Vehicle Positioning 4 49 Problems with Route Guidance 4 50 If the System Needs...

Page 198: ...Overview Navigation System Overview 4 2...

Page 199: ...io Menu under Navigation Audio System on page 4 51 F Power Volume Knob See Hard Keys under Using the Navigation System on page 4 10 G Navigation System Screen H RPT Repeat Key See Hard Keys under Usin...

Page 200: ...sets and steering wheel controls if equipped Set up the navigation features that can only be done before you begin driving such as entering an address or a preset destination Entering a destination or...

Page 201: ...uncements on traffic and emergency alert communications The information in the system may not always be complete Road conditions such as prohibited turns detours and construction zones change frequent...

Page 202: ...Menu under Navigation Audio System on page 4 51 for more information Setting the Time To set the time do the following 1 Press the PWR VOL knob to turn the system on 2 Press the e z Audio Adjust hard...

Page 203: ...on with a map disc inserted press the ROUTE hard key 4 Press the Enter Destination screen button 5 Press the Change screen button 6 Select the appropriate region numbered screen button that contains y...

Page 204: ...screen button to plan your route See Address under Enter Destination on page 4 27 for more information Entering a Point of Interest POI To set a destination by entering a Point of Interest POI do the...

Page 205: ...e home or previous destinations as a route Using Your Home or Previous Destinations These destinations are available for selection while driving 1 Press the power volume knob to turn the system on 2 I...

Page 206: ...ge 4 13 for more information Features and Controls Using the Navigation System This section presents basic information you will need to know to operate the navigation system Use the keys located on ea...

Page 207: ...peat key to repeat the current voice guidance navigation prompt MAP Press the MAP key to view the map screen showing current vehicle position The map screen can also display the following information...

Page 208: ...lections easier the system will only allow you to select a character which can follow the last one entered For example if you enter Z you would not be allowed to follow it with T The system will highl...

Page 209: ...settings and voice guidance volume Navigation Settings This menu allows you to change the following options for the navigation system Restore Default Settings This feature will automatically reset th...

Page 210: ...ction of the vehicle As you touch the arrows you will see the vehicle symbol direction changing 5 When you have set the vehicle to the correct direction touch Enter Relocation Complete will be display...

Page 211: ...n to the Quick POI selection screen when a POI is selected 3 Touch Return to save the setting and return to previous menu Displaying Quick POI Icons To display POI icons of a category on the map scree...

Page 212: ...ion 3 Touch Enter to start planning your route 4 To start route guidance touch Start or begin driving the vehicle Route guidance will automatically begin after a short distance If you wish to cancel t...

Page 213: ...name and distance to the turn will be displayed As you approach the turn the system will display a closer view of the upcoming maneuver 2D Select this feature to display the guidance screen as a two d...

Page 214: ...to turn voice prompts on or off Set the voice prompt volume level by touching the numbered buttons to increase or decrease the volume level You may also choose to turn the voice prompts off Then touch...

Page 215: ...ast 10 destinations entered will be stored under Previous Destination In addition one memory point can be stored under the Home category If all 60 stored points are entered the system will notify you...

Page 216: ...be used for other memory points as well Name Editing of a Memory Point To modify the name of a stored memory point do the following 1 Select the category of the memory point 2 Select the item you want...

Page 217: ...eric keypad to edit or add the number 4 Touch the RETURN button to take you back to the previous screen when you have finished Deleting Single Memory Points To delete a single memory point do the foll...

Page 218: ...See Editing Memory Points earlier in this section for more information Previous Destination Memory Each time you select Start from the map screen that destination will be stored as a memory point und...

Page 219: ...ng 1 Press the ROUTE key 2 Touch Edit Waypoint Adding a Waypoint To add a waypoint to your route do the following 1 Touch Add Waypoint 2 Enter a destination See Enter Destination on page 4 27 A map wi...

Page 220: ...ill appear Touch YES to delete the point or NO to return to the previous screen Delete All Touch Delete All to delete all of the waypoints and the final destination A confirmation window will appear T...

Page 221: ...another Deleting a Waypoint To delete a waypoint from your route do the following 1 Touch Delete Waypoint 2 Select the waypoint you want to delete A confirmation window will appear 3 Touch YES to del...

Page 222: ...back to the previous screen Editing an Avoid Point Area To edit an avoid point area do the following 1 Touch Edit Avoid Point Area A list of avoided points will appear 2 Select the avoided point area...

Page 223: ...a pop up window indicating the total mileage and time to destination for each route Select a route by touching NEXT The map will display each route in a different color The selected route will be hig...

Page 224: ...uch the map or drag the scroll symbol toward your destination 3 Touch the map screen continuously to scroll through the map faster The address of the location on the map will appear at the top of the...

Page 225: ...ist will become available 2 Touch List to view name choices or continue to spell the street name to further reduce the number of available items Select a street name 3 If the street name you entered e...

Page 226: ...may search for a POI using the following three methods Touch NAME to type in a POI by name using the alpha key pad As you type in a name the system will search for an available match to your input Sel...

Page 227: ...If available a pop up window will be displayed Touch INFO to view the POI s name address city and phone number if available Touch Enter to plan your route Memory Points This destination entry method a...

Page 228: ...ations entered into the system To select a previous destination do the following 1 Touch the Previous Destination symbol 2 Touch the screen button next to the desired destination to select it Use the...

Page 229: ...estination entry method allows you to select a destination by using the scroll symbol To use this feature do the following 1 Touch the Set By Map symbol Current vehicle position will be shown on the m...

Page 230: ...name to further reduce the list of available items The system will supply a list of names when the choice is five or less If you are unsuccessful when inputting a name the name may need to be input di...

Page 231: ...g streets if the number of intersecting streets is five or less 4 Select the first street 5 Now enter the second street name 6 Select the second street name from the list of intersecting streets To vi...

Page 232: ...tour This feature allows you to choose a distance in miles kilometers to detour Select the detour distance desired for residential roads and freeways The system will retain these settings for the next...

Page 233: ...route or shortest route possible Choose Time for the fastest route or Dist for the shortest route Use Major Roads Choose Yes to calculate the best route using only major roads unless a route cannot be...

Page 234: ...uching YES Touch YES to confirm cancellation of your planned route or touch Return to keep your planned route Maps This section includes basic information you need to know about the map database Regio...

Page 235: ...faceplate Notice Shifting out of PARK P with the system s faceplate open will cause the faceplate to close automatically This could cause damage to a CD DVD or the system if it is partially loaded Bef...

Page 236: ...stem will display a map with each region represented 4 Select the desired region by touching the appropriate screen button to the left of the U S map The name of the states or the country included in...

Page 237: ...ur finger on the map screen in any direction outside of the scroll symbol to scroll in that direction The map will continue to scroll until you remove your finger If your vehicle is in PARK P the syst...

Page 238: ...your destination after a route has been planned See Enter Destination on page 4 27 for more information on planning a route You will see this type of symbol on the map when a waypoint has been planne...

Page 239: ...oute guidance is not available This symbol indicates the map with North up While in North up mode North will always be at the top of the map screen regardless of which direction the vehicle is traveli...

Page 240: ...information When a point of interest POI or street address name is too long to be displayed an arrow will appear Touch the right or left arrow to scroll through the entire name This symbol indicates...

Page 241: ...view the final destination location The destination s name or address will be displayed on the map screen Touch Return when finished Whole This option allows you to view the entire planned route The d...

Page 242: ...ch the scroll up and down arrows providing scroll is available Touching the down arrow will bring you to your current location Touching the up arrow will give you upcoming streets At times there may n...

Page 243: ...t is a category that features this comment See Enter Destination on page 4 27 for more information If you are traveling in or to Canada and you cross the regional border the only map scale views avail...

Page 244: ...screen Refer to Symbols on page 4 42 This system may not be available or interference may occur if the following happens Signal obstructions caused by tall buildings large trucks tunnels objects loca...

Page 245: ...ion is set incorrectly The vehicle is traveling at high speed The vehicle changes directions more than once or when the vehicle is turning on a turn table in a parking lot The vehicle is entering and...

Page 246: ...tion may not be shown if there are new roads if roads have recently changed or if certain roads are not listed on the map DVD See Ordering Map DVDs on page 4 50 To recalibrate the vehicle s position o...

Page 247: ...erfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added Your vehic...

Page 248: ...ation on storing presets Automatic Volume Control AVC To use AVC touch the ON button AVC automatically adjusts the volume level of the audio so that it always sounds the same to you This feature is mo...

Page 249: ...e Daylight Saving Time Touch this screen button to increase the time setting by one hour Then touch GPS TIME to save the new setting If the screen button is light blue the daylight savings time featur...

Page 250: ...Touch SET to confirm the setting AUTO This setting automatically adjusts the contrast and brightness of the screen depending on exterior lighting conditions DAY This setting leaves the screen in day...

Page 251: ...anual Playing the Radio PWR VOL Power Volume Press this knob to turn the audio and navigation systems on and off Turn the knob to increase or decrease the volume to the audio system TUNE SEEK Press th...

Page 252: ...can stations touch SCAN The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Touch SCAN again to stop scanning To scan preset stations touch and hold SCAN for two secon...

Page 253: ...ch the plus or minus signs to adjust treble mid range and bass 2 Touch the L for left or R for right to adjust the balance of the speakers 3 Touch the F for front or R for rear to adjust the fade of t...

Page 254: ...n two seconds until you hear a beep Whenever you touch that preset for less than two seconds the station and previously stored information you have entered for each preset station will be recalled 7 R...

Page 255: ...ing to non musical material such as news talk shows and sports broadcasts SPACIOUS Touch this button to make the listening space seem larger SOUND Touch SOUND to access the Sound menu See Sound Menu l...

Page 256: ...ouncements The audio system will turn on the TA display TA will appear on the display if the current station broadcasts traffic announcements You may also receive traffic announcements from stations i...

Page 257: ...stations shown See Steps 1 through 7 under Preset Station Menu to store the selected PTYs The selected PTY is then stored on the preset You can now touch the PTY preset to recall your settings When th...

Page 258: ...or more information When an alert announcement comes on the tuned radio station or a related network station you will hear it even if the volume is muted or a CD is playing If the audio system tunes t...

Page 259: ...to review all of the pages at your own pace XL Explicit Language Channels XL on the radio display after the channel name indicates content with explicit language These channels or any others can be bl...

Page 260: ...ta No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Channel Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune in to another channel Channel Unavail Channel no longe...

Page 261: ...this message after having your vehicle serviced check with the servicing facility XM Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternating with your XM Radio...

Page 262: ...y to access the six disc CD changer screen You can also use the system s DVD player for single CD play once the map DVD is removed See CD DVD Player on page 4 69 for more information If no CD is loade...

Page 263: ...y Touch this button to begin playing a CD RANDOM DISC Touch this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order on the disc selected Press the TUNE SEEK hard key to randomly seek thr...

Page 264: ...isc Press the down arrow to seek to the previous selection on the compact disc If playing the first track of disc pressing the down arrow will seek to the last track on the selected disc The sound wil...

Page 265: ...d the navigation map DVD will eject from the slot 4 Gently remove the navigation map DVD from the slot and return it to its case 5 Insert the music CD into the slot The system will pull the CD into th...

Page 266: ...the down arrow to seek to the previous selection on the compact disc If playing the first track of the disc touching the down arrow will seek to the last track of the disc The sound will mute while s...

Page 267: ...ystem will automatically play the DVD Playing a DVD There are three ways to play a DVD depending on which screen you are on They are the following Once a DVD is inserted the system will automatically...

Page 268: ...ton to access the left right and up down cursors on the screen The cursors allow you to navigate menu options on the screen MENU Touch this button to access the DVDs menu options Depending on the type...

Page 269: ...n Touch RETURN to end out the menu Your selection is now saved To use PARENTAL LOCK first touch the button Then enter a four digit numeric password Touch RETURN to end out the menu SEARCH Touch this b...

Page 270: ...or 2 located on the driver s door Your audio system can store HOME and AWAY preset stations HOME and AWAY preset stations allow you to use one set of preset radio settings in the area where you live...

Page 271: ...p The audio system if on will mute 2 Clearly state one of the commands listed on the following pages For example say FM1 3 The system will tell you the command being implemented For example the system...

Page 272: ...provide the available commands for the radio Disc Help This command will enable the system to provide the available commands for the CD changer Radio Commands Radio This command will change the audio...

Page 273: ...djust the system s screen setting to auto mode Screen Off This command will turn the system s screen display off Position Commands Current Position Current Location Show Current Position Show Current...

Page 274: ...m to enter the last available starting point as a destination Guidance Commands Repeat Guidance Repeat Voice These commands will cause the system to repeat the last available voice prompt guidance com...

Page 275: ...detour feature when driving a planned route Delete Destination Cancel Destination These commands will cancel a destination if one has been set Next Waypoint Map This command will cause the system to d...

Page 276: ...e system to display Italian restaurant POI icons Japanese Restaurant Japanese Food These commands will cause the system to display Japanese restaurant POI icons Mexican Restaurant Mexican Food These c...

Page 277: ...ause the system to display marina POI icons Tourist Attraction This command will cause the system to display tourist attraction POI icons Winery This command will cause the system to display winery PO...

Page 278: ...formation POI icons Historical Monument This command will cause the system to display historical monument POI icons Performing Arts This command will cause the system to display performing arts POI ic...

Page 279: ...ssing 5 16 Loss of Control 5 17 Racing or Other Competitive Driving XLR V 5 18 Driving at Night 5 19 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 5 20 City Driving 5 22 Freeway Driving 5 23 Before Leaving on a Lo...

Page 280: ...pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common A...

Page 281: ...tes nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medi...

Page 282: ...drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means...

Page 283: ...answer What if there is an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collis...

Page 284: ...t you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths of a second But...

Page 285: ...engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Addin...

Page 286: ...one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make...

Page 287: ...tem TCS Your vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the rear wheel...

Page 288: ...to Get It Out on page 5 32 and If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 5 32 for more information To turn the system off press the front part of the traction control button located on...

Page 289: ...action to move the vehicle StabiliTrak System The StabiliTrak System is a computer controlled system that helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions T...

Page 290: ...not operational Adjust your driving accordingly The system comes on automatically whenever you start your vehicle To help maintain directional control of the vehicle you should always leave the system...

Page 291: ...surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels If there is no traction inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction If you have ever tried to...

Page 292: ...performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 6 3 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck st...

Page 293: ...reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you...

Page 294: ...is all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic Do not get too clos...

Page 295: ...little to the right Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration do not have enough friction where the tir...

Page 296: ...shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough wa...

Page 297: ...less trouble adjusting to night But if you are driving do not wear sunglasses at night They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily bli...

Page 298: ...when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see roa...

Page 299: ...vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning does not happen often But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can hap...

Page 300: ...otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass an...

Page 301: ...me and energy See Freeway Driving on page 5 23 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before yo...

Page 302: ...re is not another vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave th...

Page 303: ...plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the...

Page 304: ...tain roads CAUTION If you do not shift down your brakes could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift down to let...

Page 305: ...wing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or...

Page 306: ...include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving On Snow or Ice Most of the time th...

Page 307: ...ain vehicle motion at lower speeds See Traction Control System TCS on page 5 9 The StabiliTrak System may also activate See StabiliTrak System on page 5 11 Your Anti Lock Brake System ABS improves you...

Page 308: ...help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a bla...

Page 309: ...ong as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the b...

Page 310: ...the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth you can destroy your transmission For more information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 6 70 Rocking...

Page 311: ...change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label A vehicle specific Tire an...

Page 312: ...apacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 l...

Page 313: ...pacity Weight for Example 3 400 lbs 181 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg x 2 400 lbs 181 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label fo...

Page 314: ...if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Do not carry more than 61 lbs 28 kg in the rear area of your vehicle CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rat...

Page 315: ...ecure it whenever you can Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Service on page 8 6 Recreational...

Page 316: ...NOTES 5 38...

Page 317: ...ssure Cap 6 25 Engine Overheating 6 25 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 6 27 Cooling System 6 28 Power Steering Fluid 6 33 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 34 Brakes 6 35 Battery 6 38 Jump Startin...

Page 318: ...lades 6 81 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 6 82 Tires 6 83 Sheet Metal Damage 6 83 Finish Damage 6 83 Underbody Maintenance 6 83 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 83 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 6 84 Ve...

Page 319: ...ntrol and stability control Some of these accessories may even cause malfunction or damage not covered by warranty GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on your veh...

Page 320: ...per service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 8 14 Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle...

Page 321: ...ock during acceleration Refill your tank with premium fuel as soon as possible to avoid damaging your engine If you are using gasoline rated at 91 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking your eng...

Page 322: ...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 your fuel system and also damage th...

Page 323: ...when you are refueling Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your veh...

Page 324: ...e the fuel cap turn it slowly counterclockwise The fuel cap has a spring in it if the cap is released too soon it will spring back to the right While refueling hang the tethered fuel cap from the hook...

Page 325: ...he atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 58 The CHECK GAS CAP message in the Driver Information Center DIC will be displayed if the fuel cap is not properly installed CAUTION If a fire s...

Page 326: ...ill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Und...

Page 327: ...he instrument panel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release lever The lever is located under the hood near the center of the vehicle Move the release lever to the rig...

Page 328: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 4 6L V8 engine here is what you will see 6 12...

Page 329: ...Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 6 20 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 6 15 G Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 6 15 H Bra...

Page 330: ...When you open the hood on the 4 4L V8 XLR V engine here is what you will see 6 14...

Page 331: ...er Fluid under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 6 34 Windshield Washer Fluid Engine Oil If the LOW OIL LEVEL or LOW OIL PRESSURE message on the Driver Information Center appears DIC it means you need t...

Page 332: ...e Capacities and Specifications on page 6 92 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...

Page 333: ...ngine damage not covered by your warranty SAE 5W 30 As shown 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 othe...

Page 334: ...oil is changed Notice If your vehicle is an XLR V model the engine uses a special oil filter The use of any other engine oil filter could lead to filter failure and result in severe engine damage Dam...

Page 335: ...CHANGE OIL NOW message comes back on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that m...

Page 336: ...Air Cleaner Filters To inspect the air cleaner filters remove the filters from the vehicle and lightly shake the filters to release loose dust and dirt If the filters remain caked with dirt new filter...

Page 337: ...in place when you are driving Automatic Transmission Fluid How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level A transmission fluid leak is the only rea...

Page 338: ...iling protection up to 265 F 129 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature Let the warning lights and gages work as they should Notice Using coolant other than DEX C...

Page 339: ...water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mix...

Page 340: ...and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine i...

Page 341: ...ank Pressure Cap Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured The coolant surge tank pressure c...

Page 342: ...ing Mode on page 6 27 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costl...

Page 343: ...until it cools down Also see Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode later in this section You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away Overheated Engine Protection Oper...

Page 344: ...you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked...

Page 345: ...e is overheating the fan should be running If it is not your vehicle needs service Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine P...

Page 346: ...y are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Never turn the cap when the cooling system in...

Page 347: ...lene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant...

Page 348: ...and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lo...

Page 349: ...indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired How to Check Power Steering Fluid To check the power steering fluid do the following 1 Turn the ignition off and let the engine compartment co...

Page 350: ...l the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6 12 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix wa...

Page 351: ...brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you w...

Page 352: ...rea around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even...

Page 353: ...ar the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle serviced Notice Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake...

Page 354: ...our front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you have come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your vehic...

Page 355: ...the battery you must press the unlock button on the keyless access transmitter Failure to follow this procedure may result in the alarm sounding Pressing unlock on the keyless access transmitter woul...

Page 356: ...ling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put an automatic transmission in PARK P or a manual transmission in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake Not...

Page 357: ...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 358: ...g until the next step The other end of the negative cable does 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 b...

Page 359: ...h each other or other metal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part B Good Battery C Dead Battery To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable...

Page 360: ...w the bottom of the filler plug hole you will need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use To add lubricant when the level is lo...

Page 361: ...the following procedure Notice To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly read all the instructions before beginning Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts The...

Page 362: ...t the aim of the headlamps may be affected and adjustment may be necessary If oncoming vehicles flash their high beams at you this may mean the vertical aim of your headlamps needs to be adjusted It i...

Page 363: ...ect headlamp aim 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 6 11 for more information 2 Locate the aim dot on the lens of the low beam headlamp 3 Measure the distance from the ground to the aim dot on e...

Page 364: ...The top edge of the cut off should be positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line 9 Make sure that the light from the headlamp is positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape lin...

Page 365: ...a to clean or replace the wiper blade assembly on a regular basis or when worn For proper windshield wiper blade length and type see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 7 13 To replace the wi...

Page 366: ...d have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 5 33 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident c...

Page 367: ...ay not offer the traction you would like or the same level of performance as winter tires on snow or ice covered roads Winter tires in general are designed for increased traction on snow and ice cover...

Page 368: ...code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are...

Page 369: ...re size aspect ratio is 60 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 60 percent as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the t...

Page 370: ...kilopascals kPa before a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 58 Curb Weight This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment includin...

Page 371: ...olding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Reco...

Page 372: ...lat Tires Your vehicle when new had run flat tires There is no spare tire no tire changing equipment and no place to store a tire in the vehicle Run flat tires perform so well without any air that a T...

Page 373: ...on page 8 6 CAUTION Run flat tires are constructed differently than other tires and could explode during improper service You or others could be injured or killed if you attempt to repair replace dism...

Page 374: ...n they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional inf...

Page 375: ...l information Tire Pressure Monitor System The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS on your vehicle uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels Sensors mounted on each tire and wheel a...

Page 376: ...minates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire...

Page 377: ...driver s side rear tire using a TPMS diagnostic tool See your GM dealer for service Federal Communications Commission FCC and Industry and Science Canada The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS operate...

Page 378: ...e on page 5 33 Vehicles that have the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM system will need to have the sensors reset after a tire rotation is performed A special tool is needed to reset the sensor identificatio...

Page 379: ...ich will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places...

Page 380: ...he TPC spec number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 6 52 for additional information Winter tires with the same speed rating as your original equipment tire...

Page 381: ...Tire and Loading Information Label and its location on your vehicle Different Size Tires and Wheels If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires t...

Page 382: ...safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under con...

Page 383: ...ve loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefull...

Page 384: ...t wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle...

Page 385: ...ce Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specifica...

Page 386: ...rer s instructions To help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly re adjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle and do not spin your wheels If you do find traction devices that wi...

Page 387: ...ever use a jack to lift your vehicle follow the instructions that came with the jack and be sure to use the correct lifting points to avoid damaging your vehicle Notice Lifting your vehicle improperly...

Page 388: ...lifting points can be accessed from either side of your vehicle behind the front tires 1 Locate the front lifting points A according to the illustration shown 2 Be sure to place a block or pad betwee...

Page 389: ...with the jack making sure the jack spans at least two of the crossmember ribs B Lifting From the Rear The rear lifting points can be accessed from the rear of the vehicle on either the driver s or pas...

Page 390: ...llustration shown 2 Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack and the vehicle 3 Lift the vehicle with the jack making sure the jack spans at least two of the crossmember ribs B For more informa...

Page 391: ...alert you if a tire has lost pressure See Run Flat Tires on page 6 56 and Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 6 59 CAUTION When the TIRE FLAT MAX SPD 55 REDUCED HNDLG message is displayed on the Dri...

Page 392: ...our vehicle s interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often Although not always visible dust and dirt can accumulate on your upholstery Dirt can damage carpet fabric leather and plast...

Page 393: ...sary you can also obtain a product from your GM dealer to remove odors from your vehicle s upholstery Do not clean your vehicle using the following cleaners or techniques Never use a knife or any othe...

Page 394: ...with water or club soda 2 Wring the cloth to remove excess moisture 3 Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center Continue cleaning using a clean area of the cloth each tim...

Page 395: ...gh 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 cleaner...

Page 396: ...sh the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely GM approved cl...

Page 397: ...sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage the vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners...

Page 398: ...acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Notice Using chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels The rep...

Page 399: ...shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as...

Page 400: ...wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and oth...

Page 401: ...arts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your vehicle s engine specification...

Page 402: ...xed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect the power windows and power seats When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit unti...

Page 403: ...anel Then turn the fuse block door knob counterclockwise and pull the door to access the fuses Fuses Usage 1 Spare Fuse 2 Spare Fuse 3 Spare Fuse 4 Spare Fuse 5 Fuse Pull 6 Reverse Lamp 7 Starter Cran...

Page 404: ...Tap Up Tap Down Switch 29 Climate Control System Power Sounder 30 Rear Fog Lamps Diagnostic Link Connector 31 Power Folding Mirror 32 Trunk Close Button Parking Brake Solenoid B 33 Power Seats Fuses...

Page 405: ...see Engine Compartment Overview on page 6 12 To access the fuses push in the tab located at the end of the fuse block cover Then lift the cover open Fuses Usage 1 Anti lock Brake System Electronic Sus...

Page 406: ...Even Injectors 17 Windshield Washer Intercooler Pump 18 Headlamp Washer 19 Right Low Beam Headlamp 20 Not Used 21 Left Low Beam Headlamp 22 Fog Lamp 23 Right High Beam Headlamp Fuses Usage 24 Left Hig...

Page 407: ...38 Fog Lamps 39 High Beam Headlamps 40 Rear Window Defogger 41 Windshield Wiper High Low 42 Wiper RUN ACCESSORY Power 43 Starter Crank Relays Usage 44 Ignition 1 45 Windshield Wiper On Off 46 Headlam...

Page 408: ...Speed Automatic 6 5 qt 6 2 L Cooling System 12 6 qt 12 0 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 4L V8 and 4 6L V8 Engines 8 0 qt 7 6 L Fuel Tank 18 0 gal 68 0 L Intercooler System 2 4 qt 2 3 L Wheel Nut Torque 1...

Page 409: ...nce 7 4 Additional Required Services 7 6 Maintenance Footnotes 7 7 Owner Checks and Services 7 8 At Each Fuel Fill 7 8 At Least Once a Month 7 8 At Least Once a Year 7 9 Recommended Fluids and Lubrica...

Page 410: ...vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our enviro...

Page 411: ...lified technician do the work Some maintenance services can be complex So unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment you should have your GM Goodwrench dealer do these jobs...

Page 412: ...ber to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 6 18 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system When the CHANGE OIL NOW mess...

Page 413: ...ary replace filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 6 20 See footnote h Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels If you have the 4 4L V8 supercharged engine check intercooler fluid...

Page 414: ...for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 6 20 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter...

Page 415: ...he hood trunk console door and any folding seat hardware More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth...

Page 416: ...ls Notice It is important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level Failure to keep your engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to your engine not covered by your warranty E...

Page 417: ...he vehicle starts in any other position contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move sud...

Page 418: ...the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle...

Page 419: ...look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle For the proper viscosity see Engine Oil on page 6 15 Usage Fluid Lubricant Eng...

Page 420: ...ip Axle Lubricant Additive GM Part No U S 1052358 in Canada 992694 where required See Rear Axle on page 6 44 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release...

Page 421: ...ine 890175271 PF26 4 6 L V8 Engine 89017342 PF61 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element 10345066 CF131C Spark Plugs 4 6 L V8 Engine 12592619 41 991 4 6 L V8 Engine 12571533 41 986 Wiper Blade 19 7 i...

Page 422: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing XLR V Series Engine 4 4L V8 Engine 7 14...

Page 423: ...ces performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 7 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 7 8 can be added on the following record pages You should...

Page 424: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 7 16...

Page 425: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 7 17...

Page 426: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 7 18...

Page 427: ...oadside Service 8 6 Courtesy Transportation 8 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 8 9 Collision Damage Repair 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects 8 13 Reporting Safety Defects to the United S...

Page 428: ...contact the Canadian Cadillac Customer Communication Centre by calling 1 888 446 2000 We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the foll...

Page 429: ...22203 1838 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the...

Page 430: ...the addresses below United States Customer Assistance Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P O Box 33169 Detroit MI 48232 5169 www Cadillac com 1 800 458 8006 1 800 833 262...

Page 431: ...gram This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair...

Page 432: ...ited States and Canada Cadillac Owner Privileges Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner Privileges at no charge throughout your Cadillac Warranty Period 48 months 50 000 miles 80 000 km Emer...

Page 433: ...lers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper coverag...

Page 434: ...ransportation through a friend or relative reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available up to a five day maximum Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original r...

Page 435: ...a Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle like other modern motor vehicles has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle s performance...

Page 436: ...ions for research purposes Others such as law enforcement may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data I...

Page 437: ...ts your needs before you ever need collision repairs Your GM dealer may have a collision repair center with GM trained technicians and state of the art equipment or be able to recommend a collision re...

Page 438: ...des your insurance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle Gather the important information you will need from the other driver Things like name address phone number drive...

Page 439: ...u are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits with that company In such cases you can have control...

Page 440: ...call us at 1 800 458 8006 or write Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P O Box 33169 Detroit MI 48232 5169 In Canada please call us at 1 888 446 2000 Or write Canadian Cad...

Page 441: ...Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications...

Page 442: ...NOTES 8 16...

Page 443: ...re the Airbags 1 34 Antenna Diversity Antenna System 3 86 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 86 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 5 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 55 Appearance Care Alumin...

Page 444: ...Bulb Replacement 6 48 Headlamp Aiming 6 45 Buying New Tires 6 64 C California Fuel 6 5 California Proposition 65 Warning 6 3 Canadian Owners ii Capacities and Specifications 6 92 Carbon Monoxide 2 12...

Page 445: ...ing or Other 5 18 Control of a Vehicle 5 6 Convenience Net 2 46 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 3 57 Heater Engine 2 24 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 6 25 Cooled Seats 1 3 Cooling System 6 28 Courtesy Lamps...

Page 446: ...2 Drunken 5 3 Freeway 5 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 5 26 In Rain and on Wet Roads 5 20 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 5 32 Winter 5 27 Dual Climate Control System 3 41 DVD Player 4 69 E Edit Avoid...

Page 447: ...Fluid Automatic Transmission 6 21 Power Steering 6 33 Windshield Washer 6 34 Fog Lamp Light 3 62 Fog Lamps 3 31 Fuel 6 4 Additives 6 6 California Fuel 6 5 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 6 10 Filli...

Page 448: ...igh Low Beam Changer 3 8 On Reminder 3 29 Washer 3 11 Wiper Activated 3 29 Head Up Display HUD 3 34 Heated Seats 1 3 Heater 3 41 Highbeam On Light 3 62 Highway Hypnosis 5 25 Hill and Mountain Roads 5...

Page 449: ...rake System Warning 3 54 Fog Lamp 3 62 Light cont Highbeam On 3 62 Lights On Reminder 3 62 Malfunction Indicator 3 58 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 52 Safety Belt Reminder 3 50 Security 3 62 TCS...

Page 450: ...Using 7 2 Your Vehicle and the Environment 7 2 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 58 Map Pocket 2 45 Maps 4 38 Memory Mirrors 2 56 Memory Point Edit 4 19 Memory Seat 2 56 Memory Steering Wheel Controls 2...

Page 451: ...Heated Mirrors 2 36 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 6 27 Owner Checks and Services 7 8 Owners Canadian ii P Paint Damage 6 83 Park Aid 3 38 Park P Shifting Into 2 30 Shifting Out of 2 32...

Page 452: ...1 Rear Storage Area 2 46 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming with OnStar 2 35 Reclining Seatback Power 1 3 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 11 Recreational Vehicle Towing 5 37 Replacement Windshield...

Page 453: ...Seat Position 1 28 Security Light 3 62 Service 6 3 Accessories and Modifications 6 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 6 4 California Proposition 65 Warning 6 3 Doing Your Own Work 6 4 E...

Page 454: ...stem 2 18 Theft Deterrent Systems 2 18 Tire Pressure Light 3 57 Tires 6 50 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels Cleaning 6 82 Buying New Tires 6 64 Chains 6 70 Cleaning 6 83 Different Size 6 65 If a Tire...

Page 455: ...U Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA 3 38 Understanding Radio Reception 3 84 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 6 66 Universal Home Remote System 2 40 Operation 2 41 V Valet Lockout Switch 2 20 Vehicle Con...

Page 456: ...lignment and Tire Balance 6 67 Different Size 6 65 Replacement 6 67 Windows 2 15 Power 2 16 Windshield Rainsense Wipers 3 10 Replacement 6 49 Windshield cont Washer 3 11 Washer Fluid 6 34 Wiper Blade...

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