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A. Engine Coolant Surge Tank. See Cooling System on

page 5-24.

B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. See Power Steering

Fluid on page 5-30.

C. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Windshield

Washer Fluid on page 5-31.

D. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil”

under Engine Oil on page 5-13.

E. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil”

under Engine Oil on page 5-13.

F. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See “Brake Fluid” under

Brakes on page 5-32.

G. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air

Cleaner/Filter on page 5-17.

H. Battery. See Battery on page 5-35.

I. Engine Compartment Fuse Block. See “Engine

Compartment Fuse Block” under Fuses and Circuit
Breakers on page 5-79.

Engine Oil

If the oil pressure light
appears on the instrument
cluster, it means you
need to check your engine
oil level right away.

For more information, see Oil Pressure Light on
page 3-42.

You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is
an added reminder.

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Summary of Contents for 2004 Epica

Page 1: ...tors 3 30 Secondary Information Center SIC 3 46 Audio System s 3 48 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 29 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Headlamp Aiming 5 40 Bulb Replacement 5 41 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 47 Tires 5 48 Appearance Care 5 68 Vehicle Identification 5 77 Electrical System 5 ...

Page 2: ... sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Part No 04EPICA A First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 10 01 03 All Rights Reserved Canadian Owners You can obtain a French language copy of this manual from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to end...

Page 3: ...g CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen iii ...

Page 4: ...abels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols used on your vehicle are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you need help figuring out a specific name of a component gage or indicator ref...

Page 5: ...These are some examples of symbols you may find on your vehicle v ...

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...ere to Put the Restraint 1 37 Top Strap 1 37 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 39 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 40 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 43 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 43 Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position 1 46 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 46 Air Ba...

Page 8: ...nt could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Pull up and hold the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Then try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place 1 2 ...

Page 9: ...height of the rear portion of the seat cushion Power Seat If your vehicle has this feature the eight way power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the driver s seat cushion This control allows you to move the seat up down forward or rearward It will also move the front or rear of the seat cushion up or down and tilt the seatback forward or rearward To adjust the power seat do the fol...

Page 10: ...wer the rear of the seat cushion by pushing the rear part of the switch up or down Raise or lower the entire seat cushion by pushing the entire switch up or down Adjust the angle of the seatback by pushing the upper switch forward or rearward When the seat reaches the desired position release the switch 1 4 ...

Page 11: ...support to its original position Heated Seats Your vehicle may have heated front seats The buttons are located on the center console above the ashtray There is a button for the driver s seat and a button for the passenger s seat Press the appropriate button to turn on the heated seat feature The indicator light in the button will illuminate while the feature is on Press the appropriate button agai...

Page 12: ...at cushion and move the seatback to where you want it Release the lever and push rearward on the seatback to make sure it is locked Pull up on the lever without pushing on the seatback and the seatback will go to an upright position But do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving 1 6 ...

Page 13: ...it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit...

Page 14: ... restraint is closest to the top of your head This position reduces the chances of a neck injury in a crash Pull up the head restraint in order to adjust the position upward Push in the release button on the head restraint in order to adjust the position downward 1 8 ...

Page 15: ...the head restraint from the guide sleeve Replace the head restraint and reset it in the original position before driving Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation Your vehicle has a split folding rear seatback with a center armrest You can fold down either side of the seatback to increase cargo space Folding the Seatback To fold down the seatback do the following 1 Make sure that the front seats are not recl...

Page 16: ... twisted To return the seatback to the upright position do the following 1 Lift up the seatback and push it to its original position Ensure that the safety belts are not twisted or caught under the seat cushion 2 Push down firmly on the top of the seatback until it latches securely in the fully upright position Safety Belts Safety Belts They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how t...

Page 17: ...seat and using a safety belt properly Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3 33 In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so s...

Page 18: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 1 12 ...

Page 19: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 13 ...

Page 20: ...anel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense 1 14 ...

Page 21: ...y belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an ex...

Page 22: ... to know which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don...

Page 23: ...rt of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are bes...

Page 24: ...lder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder To move it down squeeze the release button and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the release button to make sure it has locked into posi...

Page 25: ...too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 19 ...

Page 26: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 20 ...

Page 27: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 21 ...

Page 28: ... across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 22 ...

Page 29: ... you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy 1 23 ...

Page 30: ...rks the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Rear Seat Passengers It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are...

Page 31: ... If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to ...

Page 32: ...pelvic bones And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the bel...

Page 33: ...elt Pretensioners Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passenger They help the safety belts reduce a person s forward movement in a moderate to severe crash in which the front of the vehicle hits something Pretensioners work only once If they activate in a crash you ll need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing R...

Page 34: ...er 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 abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buc...

Page 35: ...er belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that i...

Page 36: ... the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In...

Page 37: ...e Instead they need to use a child restraint CAUTION People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an app...

Page 38: ... bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle s owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but als...

Page 39: ...eak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older chi...

Page 40: ... or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint 1 34 ...

Page 41: ...ces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 35 ...

Page 42: ...ch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will have a ...

Page 43: ...e vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap or top tether It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision For it to work a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle Some top strap equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored O...

Page 44: ...s the seating position where the child restraint will be placed CAUTION Each top tether bracket is designed to anchor only one child restraint Attaching more than one child restraint to a single bracket could cause the anchor to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured if this happens To help prevent injury to people and damage to your vehicle attach only one chil...

Page 45: ...ing positions Do not use a child restraint with a top strap in the right front passenger s position because there is no place to anchor the top strap You will find the anchors behind the rear seat on the filler panel Pull the front part of the plastic cover upward to access the top strap anchors 1 39 ...

Page 46: ... the rear outside seating positions This system designed to make installation of child restraints easier does not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead it uses vehicle anchors A B and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether strap C 1 40 ...

Page 47: ...n your vehicle you need a child restraint designed for that system To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system each seating position with the LATCH system has either label A or B on the seatback A B 1 41 ...

Page 48: ...traint is not attached to its anchorage points the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions...

Page 49: ...ure it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top tether from the top tether anchorage and then disconnect the LATCH attachments from the LATCH anchorages Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 40 See Top Strap on page 1 37 if the...

Page 50: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 44 ...

Page 51: ...it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 45 ...

Page 52: ... work properly Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems Your vehicle has a frontal air bag for the driver and a frontal air bag for the right front passenger Your vehicle may also have a side impact air bag for the driver and another side impact air bag for the right front passenger If your vehicle has a side impact air bag the words AIR BAG will appear on the...

Page 53: ...ts but do not replace them Frontal air bags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to deploy only in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued rollover rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants frontal air bags may provide less protection in frontal c...

Page 54: ...o any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure c...

Page 55: ...Where Are the Air Bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 49 ...

Page 56: ...ne the driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door If your vehicle has one the passenger s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger s seatback closest to the door 1 50 ...

Page 57: ... the threshold level is about 9 to 14 mph 14 5 to 23 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The driver s and right front passenger s frontal air bags are not designed to inflate in rollovers rear impa...

Page 58: ... an Air Bag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper b...

Page 59: ...ld cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued safe to do so If you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or a door If you experience breathing problems following an ...

Page 60: ... panel for the right front passenger s air bag or the air bag module and seatback for a side impact air bag Do not open or break the air bag coverings Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle...

Page 61: ...placed The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash CAUTION A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any...

Page 62: ...h you may need to replace the driver and right front passenger s safety belt retractor assemblies even if the frontal air bags have not deployed The driver and right front passenger s safety belt retractor assemblies contain the safety belt pretensioners Have your safety belt pretensioners checked if your vehicle has been in a collision or if your air bag readiness light stays on after you start y...

Page 63: ...w Vehicle Break In 2 18 Ignition Positions 2 19 Starting Your Engine 2 20 Engine Coolant Heater 2 21 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 22 Parking Brake 2 26 Shifting Into Park P 2 27 Shifting Out of Park P 2 28 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 29 Engine Exhaust 2 29 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 30 Mirrors 2 31 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 31 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 31 Outside Po...

Page 64: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 2 ...

Page 65: ...able to have a new one made easily using the tag Your vehicle may have an electronic immobilizer designed to protect your car against theft If so only keys with the correct electronic code can be used to start the vehicle Even if a key has the same profile it will not start the engine if the electronic code is incorrect If you need a new key contact your dealer who can obtain the correct key code ...

Page 66: ... may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this Check the d...

Page 67: ...re activate V Trunk Press this button to unlock the trunk The horn will chirp twice to indicate that the trunk is unlocked The LED on the transmitter will flash when the buttons on the transmitter are pressed The lock unlock and trunk buttons will not operate and the theft deterrent system will not activate while the key is in the ignition Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless...

Page 68: ...e surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the remote keyless entry transmitter do the following 1 Remove the screw from the back of the cover and open the cover of the transmitter 2 Pull the transmitter out of the cover and carefully detach the sticker from the unit Keep the sticker clean 3 Remove the battery and replace it with the new one Make sure the positive side of the ...

Page 69: ...ly enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or the remote keyless entry transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 5 To manually unlock the doors from the outside insert the key and turn it toward the front o...

Page 70: ...al Door Unlocking System The central door unlocking system is activated from the driver s door From the outside you can lock or unlock all of the doors on your vehicle from the driver s door by using either the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter From the inside you can lock or unlock all of the doors using the driver s or the passenger s power door lock switch You can also lock or unlock ...

Page 71: ... If the driver s door is open while trying to lock the doors from the driver s power door lock switch the doors will not lock If the driver s door is open while locking the doors from the passenger s power door lock switch all of the doors will lock except for the driver s door The rear doors do not have power door lock switches Rear seat passengers must use the manual locks to lock or unlock the ...

Page 72: ...opened from the inside while this feature is in use Opening a Rear Door When the Security Lock is On 1 Unlock the door from the inside 2 Then open the door from the outside If you do not cancel the security lock feature adults or older children who ride in the rear will not be able to open the rear door from the inside You should let adults and older children know how to cancel the locks Canceling...

Page 73: ...nk it is recommended that two hands on the upper surface be used to close the trunk CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can not see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal betwe...

Page 74: ...n is pressed Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice Using the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk may damage it Use the emergency trunk release handle only to help you open the trunk lid There is a glow in the dark emergency trunk release handle located on the underside of the trunk lid This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull ...

Page 75: ...le 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 vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 13 ...

Page 76: ... pull up and hold the switch Window Lockout The driver s power window controls also include a lockout button Press the lockout button to stop the front and rear passengers from using their window switches The driver can still operate all the windows with the lock on Press the lockout button again to return to normal window operation Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You c...

Page 77: ...d as the system can be activated even if the windows are open 3 Lock the door using the remote keyless entry transmitter The transmitter must be used to activate the theft deterrent system The LED on the transmitter will flash All of the doors will lock The hazard warning lamps will flash once and the horn will chirp The theft deterrent mode will arm The security light will flash once every second...

Page 78: ...f a door or the trunk is opened without using the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter the horn will sound and the lamps will flash for up to 30 seconds How to Turn Off the System Alarm If the system alarm is active it can be deactivated using one of the following methods Press the lock unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter Unlock the driver s or passenger s front door using...

Page 79: ...m being started by unauthorized persons If your vehicle has an immobilizer system your vehicle has a special key that works with the theft deterrent system There is a transponder in the key head that is electronically coded The correct key will start the vehicle An invalid key immobilizes the engine The immobilizer system isolates the power supply to the ignition system the fuel pump and the fuel ...

Page 80: ...d stays on you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off The theft deterrent system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the theft deterrent system at this time In an emergency contact Chevrolet Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice ...

Page 81: ...sier key operation when unlocking the steering wheel move the steering wheel from right to left and turn the key to ACC ACC ACCESSORY This position operates some of your electrical accessories such as the radio but not the ventilation fan ON This is the position to which the switch returns after you start your engine and release the key The switch stays in ON when the engine is running But even wh...

Page 82: ... try again to start the engine by turning the ignition key to START Wait about 15 seconds between each try When your engine has run about 10 seconds to warm up your vehicle is ready to be driven Do not race your engine when it is cold If the weather is below freezing 32 F or 0 C let the engine run for a few minutes to warm up 3 If your engine still will not start or starts but then stops it could ...

Page 83: ...o an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was ...

Page 84: ...is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot move easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others coul...

Page 85: ... could lose control and hit people or objects Do not shift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine racing may damage the transaxle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Be sure the engine is not racing when shifting your vehicle AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D This position is for normal driving THIRD 3 This position...

Page 86: ...ode provides a firm shift feel and optimizes performance The driver cannot manually select the shift pattern The adaptive shift logic tries to operate in economy mode as much as possible Normal and sport modes are used as little as possible in order to maximize fuel economy The first few shifts of every drive cycle may be somewhat rough until the adaptive shift logic has learned the driver s behav...

Page 87: ...as possible When the transaxle is in THIRD 3 the transaxle operates in a gear range of SECOND 2 to THIRD 3 and tries to maintain THIRD 3 for as long as possible When the transaxle is in SECOND 2 the transaxle is fixed in that gear When the transaxle is in FIRST 1 the transaxle is fixed in that gear Hold Mode Functions Winter Function Select hold mode while in AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D THIRD 3 or SECON...

Page 88: ...ake pedal down Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down If you forget to release the parking brake prior to driving away a chime will sound to remind you to release the parking brake Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake ...

Page 89: ...le with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others cou...

Page 90: ...Out of Park P Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is turned to ON See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2 22 If you cannot shift out of PARK P while holding the brake pedal down try this 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition off and remove the key 3 Remove the cove...

Page 91: ...nconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming...

Page 92: ...engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 24 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 firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could ...

Page 93: ...glare from any headlamps behind you Push the tab away from you for daytime use pull it toward you for night use Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror When the automatic dimming feature is turned on the mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from the headlamps behind you A photocell on the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside An...

Page 94: ... level and glare from vehicles behind you Do not cover the sensors as this will cancel the automatic dimming operation Outside Power Mirrors The control for the power mirrors is located on the driver s side instrument panel below the side outlet Move the outside power mirror control to L for the left mirror and to R for the right mirror If you place the control in the center position no movement o...

Page 95: ... of ice and snow See Rear Window and Outside Mirror Defogger under Climate Control System on page 3 18 or Automatic Climate Control System on page 3 22 for more information Storage Areas Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle upward Close the glove box with a firm push Cupholder s The cupholders are located in the center console and in the rear seat center armrest To use ...

Page 96: ...To open the upper compartment pull up on the left lever and lift the lid To open the lower compartment pull up on the right lever and lift the lid To close the compartments push down on the lid until it latches securely Rear Seat Armrest Your vehicle s rear seat armrest contains two cupholders and a rear console storage area To access the cupholders pull the armrest down from the rear seatback To ...

Page 97: ...ully open the sunroof push the rear part of the sunroof switch The sunroof will open automatically along with the sunroof shade until you push either the front or the rear part of the switch again To close the sunroof push the front part of the switch and hold it until the sunroof is closed The sunroof will stop if the switch is released during operation The sunroof shade needs to be closed manual...

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Page 99: ...anel Cluster 3 31 Speedometer and Odometer 3 32 Trip Odometer 3 32 Tachometer 3 32 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 33 Safety Belt Reminder Tone 3 33 Air Bag Readiness Light 3 33 Charging System Light 3 34 Brake System Warning Light 3 35 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 36 Speed Sensitive Power Steering SSPS Warning Light 3 36 Traction Control System TCS Warning Light 3 37 Traction Control Syste...

Page 100: ...k Ajar Light 3 47 Audio System s 3 48 Radio with CD 3 48 Trunk Mounted CD Changer 3 55 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 58 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 59 Radio Reception 3 59 Care of Your CDs 3 59 Care of Your CD Player 3 60 Backglass Antenna 3 60 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3 2 ...

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Page 102: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 103: ...ing Flashers on page 3 6 E Climate Control System See Climate Control System on page 3 18 F Outside Power Mirror Control See Outside Power Mirrors on page 2 32 G Instrument Panel Brightness Thumbwheel See Instrument Panel Brightness under Interior Lamps on page 3 15 H Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 11 I Coinholder See Coinholder s on page 2 33 J Horn See Horn on page 3 6 K Audio System Se...

Page 104: ...s work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key is not in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behin...

Page 105: ...cated on the left side of the steering column To tilt the steering wheel hold the wheel and pull the lever toward you Then move the wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following Turn and Lane Change Signals Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Flash to Pass For info...

Page 106: ...t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows do not go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs If the arrow still does not work check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 79 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam push the turn signal multifunction lever away from you Whe...

Page 107: ... position OFF Move the lever to this position to turn off the windshield wipers Misting Function Move the lever toward but not completely into the INT position for a single wiping cycle Hold it there until the windshield wipers start then let go The windshield wipers will stop after one wipe If you want more wipes hold the band toward INT longer Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you f...

Page 108: ...rator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below 18 mph 29 km h When you apply your brakes the cruise control shuts off CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where you can not drive safely at a steady speed So do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tir...

Page 109: ...ee Cruise Control Light on page 3 43 2 Accelerate to the speed you want 3 Move the lever toward SET COAST and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake pedal This of course shuts off the cruise control But you do not need to reset it Once you are going about 18 mph 29 km h or more y...

Page 110: ...e will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature will only work after you have set the cruise control speed by moving the cruise control lever to SET COAST Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control Move the cruise control lever to SET COAST until you reach the lower speed you want then release it To slow down in very sm...

Page 111: ...much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal Press the ON OFF button on the cruise control lever Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed memory is erased Exterior Lamps The lever on the left side of the steering column ...

Page 112: ...r dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system will make your low beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness in daylight when the following conditions are met The ignition is on The exterior lamp band is in OFF or in the parking lamp position The parking brake is released When the DRL system is on the taillamps p...

Page 113: ...the ignition must be turned to ACC or ON and the parking lamps or the low beam headlamps must be on The fog lamps will turn off while the high beam headlamps are turned on When the high beam headlamps are turned off the fog lamps will come on again Continuous use of the fog lamps will shorten bulb life Limit use as necessary Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness This feature controls the brig...

Page 114: ...ns The ON position will turn on the lamp The lamp will stay on until it is manually turned off The door or middle position will turn on the lamp whenever a door is opened The lamp slowly turns off after the doors are shut The OFF position will turn off the lamp completely even when a door is opened Map Lamps The map lamps are located on the headliner To turn on a lamp press the button next to it P...

Page 115: ...xceeds the maximum amperage rating Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the accessory power outlet Notice Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should The re...

Page 116: ...lighter is located to the right of the front ashtray To use it turn the ignition to ACC or ON push the cigarette lighter in all the way and let go When it is ready it will pop back out by itself Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating will not allow the lighter to back away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from overheating may occur to the lighter or heating element...

Page 117: ...his section Recirculation This mode keeps outside air from coming in the vehicle It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or to help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly Press this button to turn the recirculation mode on or off When the button is pressed an indicator light in the button will come on Using the recirculation mode for extended perio...

Page 118: ...ost from your windshield Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly Select one of these available modes from the right knob É Defog This mode directs most of the air to the windshield and the floor outlets A small amount of air is also directed to the outboard outlets for the side w...

Page 119: ...r off The button is located below the audio system An indicator light in the button will come on to let your know that the feature is activated The rear window and outside mirror defogger will turn off about 15 minutes after the button is pressed The defogger can also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine Notice Don t use anything sharp on the inside of the rear w...

Page 120: ...ion mode indicator D Air conditioning indicator E Outside temperature display mode indicator F AUTO mode indicator G Outside air mode indicator H Recirculation mode indicator I Fan operation indicator J Fan speed indicator Automatic Operation If your vehicle has this feature do the following to set automatic operation AUTO Automatic Press the AUTO button for automatic control of the inside tempera...

Page 121: ...pressed MODE Press this button repeatedly to cycle through and choose the mode of air delivery into the vehicle The system will stay in the selected mode until MODE is pressed again or until the AUTO button is pressed Whenever MODE is pressed the display will show the current system settings for five seconds before returning the display to the exterior temperature E Vent This mode directs air to t...

Page 122: ...quick cool down on hot days press the AUTO button and the system will automatically enter recirculation mode and the temperature will be at the full cold position for maximum cooling Using these settings together for long periods of time may cause the air inside of your vehicle to become too dry To prevent this from happening after the air in your vehicle has cooled turn the recirculation mode off...

Page 123: ...over the solar sensor located in the center of the instrument panel near the windshield or the system will not work properly There is also a temperature sensor located beside the audio system on the driver s side of the vehicle This sensor reads the inside air temperature and helps to establish ventilation system requirements while operating in AUTO mode Do not cover the temperature sensor or the ...

Page 124: ...air to the windshield and the floor outlets A small amount of air is also directed to the outboard outlets for the side windows To help clear the side windows quickly do the following 1 Select the bi level mode 2 Select the highest fan speed 3 Select A C 4 Select the temperature 1 Defrost Press the defrost button to select the defrost function Pressing this button directs the air to the windshield...

Page 125: ...r off The button is located below the audio system An indicator light in the button will come on to let your know that the feature is activated The rear window and outside mirror defogger will turn off about 15 minutes after the button is pressed The defogger can also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine Notice Don t use anything sharp on the inside of the rear w...

Page 126: ...od deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively Passenger Compartment Air Filter Your vehicle has a passenger compartment air filter It is located on the passenger side at the base of the windshield and can be accessed through a removable panel under the hood of t...

Page 127: ...ilter use the following steps 1 Raise the hood 2 Unscrew and remove the three clips and the access panel 3 Remove the old passenger compartment air filter 4 Then reverse the steps to install the new air filter and replace the access panel 3 29 ...

Page 128: ...ages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warnin...

Page 129: ...your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going how much fuel you are using and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically Your vehicle has this instrument panel cluster which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages 3 31 ...

Page 130: ...ODE button By pressing this button you can tell how many kilometers have been recorded on either Trip A or Trip B since you last set the odometer back to zero Press the RESET button until zeros appear to reset each trip odometer The RESET button resets only the trip odometer that is being displayed Each trip odometer must be reset individually Tachometer The tachometer displays your engine speed i...

Page 131: ...afety belt is already buckled Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag sensor the air bag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on t...

Page 132: ... turn on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition to ON If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Charging System Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working Then it should go out when the engine is started If it stays on or come...

Page 133: ... set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake does not fully release If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is stil...

Page 134: ...ht is also on you do not have anti lock brakes and there is a problem with your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 35 The anti lock brake system warning light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON This is normal If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Speed Sensitive Power Steering SSPS Warning ...

Page 135: ...on and stay on To turn the system back on press the button again and the warning light should go out If there is a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control the TCS will turn off and the warning light will come on If your brakes begin to overheat the TCS will turn off and the warning light will come on until the brakes cool down If the TCS warning light comes on and sta...

Page 136: ...ed so it will be ready to tell you when the system is active The TCS active light turns on while the traction control function is actively operating Hold Mode Light If your vehicle has this feature this light will come on when the hold mode is active If the HOLD mode light flashes have your vehicle checked See Hold Mode under Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2 22 for additional information on...

Page 137: ...n Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The Check Engine light comes on to indicate t...

Page 138: ... during a malfunction in one of two ways Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Diagnosis and service may be required Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Diagnosis and service may be required If the Light Is Flashing The following may p...

Page 139: ...will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off If none of the above steps have made the light turn off your dealer can check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may...

Page 140: ...when you turn the ignition on If it does not come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away If you are idling at a stop sign the light may blink on and then off If you make a hard stop the light may come on for a moment This is normal CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fi...

Page 141: ...tell you when the system is active The CRUISE light comes on whenever the cruise control is set See Cruise Control on page 3 10 The light will turn off when the cruise control is turned off Highbeam On Light This light comes on whenever the high beam headlamps are on See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer under Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 7 for additional information 3 43 ...

Page 142: ...a defective DRL relay See Daytime Running Lamps DRL under Exterior Lamps on page 3 13 for further information on the DRL system Fuel Gage Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is on When the tank nears empty the low fuel warning light will come on You still have a little fuel left but you should get more soon See Low Fuel Warning Light on page 3 45 for more i...

Page 143: ... it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The indicator moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up For your fuel tank s capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 5 85 Low Fuel Warning Light This light comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel The low fuel warning light comes on when there is approximately 2 0 gallons 7 5 liters of fuel ...

Page 144: ...ary information center SIC When the ignition is turned to ACC or ON the time is displayed in the digital clock There are three adjusting buttons for the digital clock H Hour To go forward one hour press the H button once To go forward more than one hour press and hold the button until the correct hour is reached M Minute To go forward one minute press the M button once To go forward more than one ...

Page 145: ...while the time is between 8 30 and 8 59 the display is set to 9 00 After disconnecting the battery or replacing the fuse reset the clock Door Ajar Light When the ignition is on this light will stay on until all doors are closed and completely latched Trunk Ajar Light This light will come on when the trunk is not completely closed 3 47 ...

Page 146: ...ill get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Figure out which radio you have in your vehicle find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all of its controls to be sure you are getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it Radio with CD Playing the Radio ON OFF Press this knob to turn the system on and off VOL Volume Turn this knob t...

Page 147: ...ore Setting the Tone Bass Treble SOUND Bass Treble Press this button until BAS appears on the display Then turn the volume knob to increase or to decrease the bass The display will show the bass level When finished making your selection press this button to select the bass level Press this button until TRE appears on the display Then turn the volume knob to increase or to decrease the treble The d...

Page 148: ...appear on the display If you turn off the ignition or radio with a CD in the player it will stay in the player When you turn on the ignition or radio the CD will start playing where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source The CD player can play the smaller 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring Full size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner If playing a CD R the sound qu...

Page 149: ...P3 player will accept MP3 files that were recorded on an up to 700 MB CD R CD The files can be recorded with the following fixed bit rates 32 kbps 40 kpbs 56 kpbs 64 kpbs 80 kpbs 96 kpbs 112 kpbs 128 kpbs 160 kpbs 192 kpbs 224 kpbs 256 kpbs and 320 kpbs or a variable bit rate Song title artist name and album will be available when recorded using ID3 tags versions 1 and 2 The player will be able to...

Page 150: ...ns only playlists and compressed audio files but no folders all files will be located under the root folder The folder down and the folder up buttons will search playlists Px first and then go to the root folder When the radio displays the name of the folder the radio will display ROOT Order of Play Tracks will be played in the following order Play will begin from the first track in the first play...

Page 151: ...the display The CD should begin playing You can insert a CD with the ignition off As each new track starts to play F001 the track number and the song name will appear on the display If you turn off the ignition or radio with a CD in the player it will stay in the player When you turn on the ignition or radio the CD will start playing where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source The CD...

Page 152: ... Press and release this button again to turn off repeat play CD Messages CHECK CD If this message appears on the display and the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smooth the CD should play The CD is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is...

Page 153: ... in the magazine The small CDs 8 cm can be played only with specially designed trays Notice Placing heavy objects which may shift or slide while driving in the trunk could damage the CD changer If your vehicle has the optional CD changer do not put heavy objects in the trunk Slide the door open in the direction of the arrow of the CD changer 3 55 ...

Page 154: ...each of the magazine trays Each of the 6 trays holds one CD Load the trays from top to bottom placing a CD on the tray label side up If you load a CD label side down the CD will not play and an error will occur Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot until it locks into place Repeat this procedure for loading up to 6 CDs in the magazine Close the door by sliding it all the way to the left...

Page 155: ...s the CD advances the elapsed time of the track will appear on the display 5 DN Previous Press and hold this pushbutton to select the previous CD in the magazine 6 UP Next Press and hold this pushbutton to select the next CD in the magazine 2 RPT Repeat Press this pushbutton to repeat the current track RPT will appear on the display Press this pushbutton again to turn off repeat play 3 INT Scan To...

Page 156: ...cation card stamped with the AF code and security code will be provided with the vehicle Keep it in a safe place not in the vehicle To enter the security code do the following 1 Turn the ignition to ACC or ON 2 Turn the radio on AF or COdE will flash on the display If AF flashes on the display go to Step 2 If COdE flashes on the display go to Step 4 3 Enter the AF code by using the preset pushbutt...

Page 157: ...he longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise FM FM stereo will give you the best sound but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to come and go Care of Your CDs Handle CDs c...

Page 158: ...bjects Notice Do not apply aftermarket glass tinting with metallic film The metallic film in some tinting materials will interfere with or distort the incoming radio reception Any damage caused to your backglass antenna due to metallic tinting materials will not be covered by your warranty Because this antenna is built into your rear window there is a reduced risk of damage caused by car washes an...

Page 159: ...ontrol 4 14 Driving at Night 4 15 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 16 City Driving 4 19 Freeway Driving 4 20 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 21 Highway Hypnosis 4 22 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 22 Winter Driving 4 24 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 28 Towing 4 29 Towing Your Vehicle 4 29 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 29 Loading Your Vehicle 4 31 Towing a Trailer 4 35 Section 4 Driving Y...

Page 160: ... driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with resulting injury Ask a passenger to help do things like this or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself These simple defensive driving techniques ...

Page 161: ...drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 lb 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0 06 percent The pe...

Page 162: ...t BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision At a BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 times gr...

Page 163: ...ing Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go They are the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road Sometimes as when you are driving on snow or ice it is easy to ask more of those ...

Page 164: ...braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking That means better braking and longer brake life If your engine ever stops while you ar...

Page 165: ...bout to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed...

Page 166: ...u can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Traction Control System TCS Your vehicle may have a Traction Control System TCS 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 front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When th...

Page 167: ...ght will also come on to let you know if there is a problem When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the Traction Control System on But you can turn the system off if you prefer To turn the system on or off press the TCS button located on the console below th...

Page 168: ...rve is banked and your speed While you are in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 8...

Page 169: ...hese First apply your brakes See Braking on page 4 6 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180 degrees ve...

Page 170: ...other vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Loo...

Page 171: ...les are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone is not trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see i...

Page 172: ...avoid only the acceleration skid If your TCS system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of cou...

Page 173: ...our headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you are tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your ...

Page 174: ...atedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and are not even aware of it Driving in ...

Page 175: ...w signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can not try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They will not work as well in...

Page 176: ...deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can not avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing w...

Page 177: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 20 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 you start to move ...

Page 178: ...ve a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your ...

Page 179: ...ey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it is ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you will find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can ch...

Page 180: ... the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a...

Page 181: ... slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They 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 Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill Know how to go uphill Drive in the highest gear p...

Page 182: ... scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 4 24 ...

Page 183: ...can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it is about freezing 32 F 0 C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Keep your traction control system on It improves your ability to accelerate when drivi...

Page 184: ...nd buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should proba...

Page 185: ...in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go ...

Page 186: ...d known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you are stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Do not spin the wheels above 35 mph 5...

Page 187: ...wing Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground and dolly towing towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly With the p...

Page 188: ...y See Dolly Towing that follows for more information Dolly Towing Notice Towing your vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground could cause transaxle damage Do not tow the vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the road Your vehicle can be towed using a dolly To tow your vehicle using a dolly follow these steps 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Turn the ignition to ACC 3 P...

Page 189: ...f you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label The Tire and Loading Information label shows the seating capacity and the maximum load your vehicle can properly carry The Tire and Loading information label is attached to th...

Page 190: ...ad amount shown in pounds and kilograms 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the maximum load 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 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on t...

Page 191: ...otal A Vehicle Maximum Load for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about your vehicle s maximum load weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s maximum ...

Page 192: ...d it out Do not carry more than 141 lbs 64 kg in your trunk CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Notice Overloading your vehicle may cause damage ...

Page 193: ...like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to Towing a Trailer Do not use your vehicle to tow a trailer The vehicle is not designed or intended for such a use Towing a trailer can...

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Page 195: ...oling System 5 24 Power Steering Fluid 5 30 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 31 Brakes 5 32 Battery 5 35 Jump Starting 5 36 Headlamp Aiming 5 40 Bulb Replacement 5 41 Halogen Bulbs 5 41 Headlamps 5 41 Front Turn Signal Lamps 5 43 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 44 Parking Lamps 5 45 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 46 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 47 Tires 5 48 Inflation Ti...

Page 196: ...cal Paint Spotting 5 75 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 75 Vehicle Identification 5 77 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 77 Service Parts Identification Label 5 77 Electrical System 5 78 Add On Electrical Equipment 5 78 Headlamp Wiring 5 78 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 78 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 78 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 79 Capacities and Specifications 5 85 Section 5 Servi...

Page 197: ...want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Engine exhaust many parts and systems including some inside the vehicle many fluids and some component wear by products contai...

Page 198: ...1 54 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Part E Maintenance Record on page 6 25 CAUTION You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you at...

Page 199: ... as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine A little pinging noise when you accelerate or drive uphill is considered normal This does not indicate a problem exists or that a higher octane fuel is necessary If you are using 87 octane or higher octane fuel and hear heavy knocking your engine needs service Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were ...

Page 200: ...nmental Protection Agency regulations General Motors recommends that you buy gasolines that are advertised to help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean If your vehicle experiences problems due to dirty injectors or valves try a different brand of gasoline Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clea...

Page 201: ...o help avoid injuries to you and others read and follow all the instructions on the pump island Turn off your engine when you are refueling Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Kee...

Page 202: ...appen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Do not top off or overfill your tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping before you remove the nozzle Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Ve...

Page 203: ... Lamp on page 3 39 CAUTION If a fire starts while you are refueling do not remove the nozzle Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant Leave the area immediately Notice If you need a new fuel cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one for you If you get the wrong type it may not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lam...

Page 204: ...fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things th...

Page 205: ...er left side of the instrument panel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and locate the secondary hood release lever under the front center of the hood 3 Push the lever to the left as you lift up the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then pull the hood down and close it firmly 5 11 ...

Page 206: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the engine you will see the following 5 12 ...

Page 207: ...e 5 13 F Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 5 32 G Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 17 H Battery See Battery on page 5 35 I Engine Compartment Fuse Block See Engine Compartment Fuse Block under Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 79 Engine Oil If the oil pressure light appears on the instrument cluster it means you need to check your engine...

Page 208: ...low the lower hole at the tip of the dipstick B then you will need to add at least one quart of oil But you must use the right kind This section explains what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 5 85 Notice Do not add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper hole A that shows the proper operating ...

Page 209: ...ckness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbo...

Page 210: ...gine protection When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you use the short trip city maintenance schedule Most trips are less than 5 miles 8 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle The vehicl...

Page 211: ...onment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer a service station or a local recycling center...

Page 212: ...the cover on 2 Lift off the cover 3 Check or replace the engine air cleaner filter 4 Put the cover back on tightly and close the latches See Using Your Maintenance Schedule on page 6 4 for replacement intervals CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flame if the engine backfires If i...

Page 213: ... labeled other than ESSO LT71141 or TOTAL ATF H50235 may damage your vehicle and the damages may not be covered by your warranty Always use ESSO LT71141 or TOTAL ATF H50235 labeled automatic transaxle fluid Engine Coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating on page 5 22 A 50 50 mixture...

Page 214: ...50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and the proper 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 mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer check your cooling ...

Page 215: ...vel falls below the MIN B mark add the proper coolant mixtureat the surge tank but only when the engine is cool If the surge tank is empty a special fill procedure is necessary See Cooling System on page 5 24 for instructions on How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the en...

Page 216: ...g from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool Notice If your engine catches fire b...

Page 217: ...to PARK P or NEUTRAL and let the engine idle 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning does not come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues and you have not stopped pull over stop and park your vehicle right awa...

Page 218: ...c engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface Make sure that the air conditioning is turned off 5 24 ...

Page 219: ...o not touch them If you do you can be burned Do not run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fan is running If the engine is overheating the fan should be running ...

Page 220: ... tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 5 19 for more information If no coolant is visible in the surge tank add coolant as follows CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even...

Page 221: ...ld get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and a proper coolant Notice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot en...

Page 222: ...to stop This will allow any pressure still left to be vented out the discharge hose 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the MAX A mark on the coolant surge tank Wait about five minutes then check to see if the level is below the MAX A mark If the level is below the MAX A mark add additional coolant to bring the level up...

Page 223: ... engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower than the MAX A mark add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the MAX A mark 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated See your dealer if necessary 5 29 ...

Page 224: ... inspected and repaired How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down The level should be between the MIN B and MAX A marks If the level drops to or below the MIN B mark add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the MAX A mark Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap Add the power steering fluid to the appropriate level...

Page 225: ...ervoir location Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water does not clean as well as washer ...

Page 226: ...all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn ...

Page 227: ...id If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care on page 5 68 Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are need...

Page 228: ...stment Every time you apply your brakes with or without the vehicle moving your brakes adjust for wear Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts When you replace parts of your braking system ...

Page 229: ...tate of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you are not careful See Jump Starting on p...

Page 230: ...ystems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you do not want You would not be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parkin...

Page 231: ...ep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amo...

Page 232: ...ill go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle with the dead battery has one Do not connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And do not connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positiv...

Page 233: ... away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumper cabl...

Page 234: ...nal and negative terminal caps to their original positions Headlamp Aiming If your vehicle is damaged in an accident the headlamp aim may be affected Aim adjustment to the low beam may be necessary if it is difficult to see lane markers for horizontal aim or if oncoming drivers flash their high beams at you for vertical aim If you believe your headlamps need to be re aimed we recommend that you ta...

Page 235: ...side and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps A Low Beam Headlamp B High Beam Headlamp 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the three bolts from the headlamp assembly 3 Remove the headlamp assembly 4 Release the two wire bars that retain the headlamp cap 5 41 ...

Page 236: ...b To remove the low beam headlamp bulb turn the bulb counterclockwise 8 Install the new bulb To replace the high beam headlamp bulb install the bulb retaining spring To replace the low beam headlamp bulb turn the bulb clockwise 9 Connect the wiring harness connector to the bulb and replace the headlamp cap 10 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to install the headlamp assembly Then check the lamps 5 42 ...

Page 237: ...terclockwise Pull the front turn signal bulb socket out of the lamp housing 6 Press the bulb inward and turn it counterclockwise to remove it from the bulb socket 7 Install the new bulb into the holder by pressing it in and turning it clockwise 8 Install the socket into the lamp housing by turning it clockwise 9 Connect the wiring harness connector to the bulb socket 10 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 t...

Page 238: ...housing on the underside of the rear window shelf 2 Pry off the lamp housing with a flat tool 3 Remove the bulb socket 4 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of the bulb socket 5 Install the new bulb 6 Install the bulb socket into the CHMSL 7 Push the CHMSL housing back into its original position 5 44 ...

Page 239: ... of the front bumper and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise 2 Pull the bulb socket out of the front bumper 3 Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket 4 Install the new bulb 5 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to install the bulb socket 5 45 ...

Page 240: ...e trim cover 3 Remove the bulb socket by turning it counterclockwise 4 Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing the bulb and turning it counterclockwise 5 Install the appropriate bulb into the socket 6 Replace the bulb socket into the lamp housing Twist the bulb socket clockwise to secure 7 Replace the trim cover 8 Close the trunk 5 46 ...

Page 241: ...wner Checks and Services on page 6 18 for more information Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways Here is how to remove the Shepherd s Hook type 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Press the retaining clip A and pull the wiper blade off the arm 3 Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2 5 47 ...

Page 242: ... Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when ...

Page 243: ...cturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread E Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors treadwear traction a...

Page 244: ...e tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service Description These characters represent the load range and the speed rating of a tire The load range represents the load carry capacity a tire is certified to carry The speed rating is the ...

Page 245: ... production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when mounted...

Page 246: ...re can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 2 32 inch of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 55 Tread Width The width of the tire s tread UTQGS U...

Page 247: ...pressure of the spare tire How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Check the tire s inflation pressure when the tires are cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 m...

Page 248: ...Wheel Replacement on page 5 59 for more information The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6 4 When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here If your vehicle has a spare tire that does not match your vehicle s original road ti...

Page 249: ...to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which 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 ...

Page 250: ...Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle may be equipped with a different size spare than the road tires those originally installed on your vehicle When new your vehicle included a spare tire and wheel assembly with a similar overall diameter as your vehicle s road...

Page 251: ...y must also conform to federal safety requirements Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 11 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual con...

Page 252: ...performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned a...

Page 253: ...hem only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others ...

Page 254: ... only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it s...

Page 255: ... may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without t...

Page 256: ...Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire...

Page 257: ...h C Jack Handle D Screwdriver 1 Lift and remove the trim cover 2 Turn the retainer on the spare tire counterclockwise and remove the retainer 3 Remove the spare tire See Spare Tire on page 5 68 for more information 4 Remove the jack the jack handle and the wheel wrench Your vehicle s jack is stored in a foam tray in the left side of the trunk The tools are stored in a bag in the trunk 5 63 ...

Page 258: ... or the screwdriver pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off 2 Then use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Do not remove them yet 3 Near each wheel is a notch in the frame which the jack head fits in Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle s frame nearest the flat tire Put the spare tire near you 5 64 ...

Page 259: ...ehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Insert the jack handle into the jack and the wheel wrench onto the end of the jack handle 5 Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit underneat...

Page 260: ...o do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 9 Place the spare tire on the wheel mounting surface 10 Install the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand cl...

Page 261: ... 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 specification See Capacities and Specifications in the index for the wheel nut torque specification Storing the Flat Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sud...

Page 262: ...you should stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare is correctly inflated Have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced as soon as you can and installed back onto your vehicle This way a spare tire will be available in case you need it again Your vehicle may have a different size spare tire than the road tires that were originally installed on your vehicle This spare tire was dev...

Page 263: ... vinyl leather plastic and painted surfaces with a clean damp cloth Cleaning Fabric Carpet Your dealer has cleaners for the cleaning of fabric and carpet They will clean normal spots and stains very well You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 75 Here are some cleaning tips Always read the instructions on the cleaner label Clean up...

Page 264: ...fully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water 2 If a stain remains follow the cleaning instructions described earlier 3 If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat the area with a water and baking soda solution 1 teaspoon 5 ml of baking soda to 1 cup 250 ml of lukewarm water 4 Let dry Stains caused by candy ice cream mayonnaise chili sauce and unknown stains ...

Page 265: ...or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner ...

Page 266: ...of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Do not wash your 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 You can get GM approved clea...

Page 267: ...droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to ...

Page 268: ...ire cleaner Notice Using petroleum based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint finish and or tires When applying a tire dressing always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to parts repaired or ...

Page 269: ... blotchy ring shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this GM will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first Vehicle Care Appearance Materials See your GM dealer for more information...

Page 270: ...ans shines and protects in one easy step no wiping necessary Wash Wax Concentrate Medium foaming shampoo Cleans and lightly waxes Biodegradable and phosphate free Vehicle Care Appearance Materials cont d Description Usage Spot Lifter Quickly and easily removes spots and stains from carpets vinyl and cloth upholstery Odor Eliminator Odorless spray odor eliminator used on fabrics vinyl leather and c...

Page 271: ...rts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You will find this label inside of the glove box It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is your VIN the model designation paint ...

Page 272: ...tected by fuses one for each headlamp in the fuse block An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some e...

Page 273: ... feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle the instrument panel fuse block and the engine compartment fuse block There is a fuse puller located on the engine compartment fuse block It can be used to easily remove fuses from the fuse...

Page 274: ...tronic Brake Control Module EBCM A D Converter AUTO A C BCM Automatic Temperature Control A C Compressor Relay Body Control Module BCM HVAC EPS Manual Air Conditioning Electronic Power Steering EPS HVAC EPS AIRBAG Sensing and Diagnostic Module SDM BLANK Not Used TCM BTSI Transmission Control Module TCM Brake Transmission Shift Interlock Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock BTSI 5 80 ...

Page 275: ...r Glass Defogger Switch RADIO CRUISE Radio Battery Positive Voltage Cruise HTD SEAT Heating Mat Accessory Power Outlet AUTO A C CLSTR Automatic Temperature Control Cluster DLC Data Link Connector DLC Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver s side of the vehicle near the battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on loc...

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Page 277: ...M IGN 1 Ignition Key ACC ON START FOG LAMPS Fog Lamp Relay STOP LAMPS Brake Switch Fuses Usage I P FUSE BATT Instrument Panel Fuse Box ILLUM RT Illumination Right Parking Lamp ILLUM LT Left Parking Lamp HVAC BLWR Blower Motor IGN 2 Ignition Key ON START FOG DIODE Fog Lamp Relay HORN Horn PWR MIR Power Mirror DRL Daytime Running Lamps ENG 2 Injector Variable Induction System VIS Electronic Exhaust ...

Page 278: ...RE Spare SPARE Spare PWR WNDW Power Window FUSE PLR Fuse Puller Relays Usage COOL FAN HI Electric Cooling Fan High Speed A C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor HEAD LAMP Headlamp COOL FAN CNTRL Electric Cooling Fan Control FRT FOG Front Fog Lamp HORN Horn ILLUM LAMPS Taillamp FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump COOL FAN LOW Electric Cooling Fan Low Speed PWR WNDW Power Window ENG MAIN Engine Control Module ECM Ig...

Page 279: ...ant R134a 1 6 lbs 0 73 kg Brake Fluid 0 5 quarts 0 5 L Cooling System 8 5 quarts 8 0 L Engine Oil with Filter 6 8 quarts 6 4 L Fuel Tank 17 2 gallons 65 0 L Transaxle Automatic Complete Overhaul 7 8 quarts 7 4 L Wheel Nut Torque 81 lb ft 110 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Tran...

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Page 281: ...ce 6 13 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 18 At Each Fuel Fill 6 18 At Least Once a Month 6 18 At Least Twice a Year 6 19 At Least Once a Year 6 19 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 22 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 22 Exhaust System Inspection 6 22 Fuel System Inspection 6 22 Engine Cooling System Inspection 6 23 Throttle System Inspection 6 23 Brake ...

Page 282: ...e necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid le...

Page 283: ...u have any doubt have a qualified technician do the work If you want to get the service information see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 12 Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your d...

Page 284: ...owing and note how you drive If you have questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when to schedule them When you go to your dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use a...

Page 285: ...e your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement Drive Belts Inspection...

Page 286: ...ce Brake Fluid Change or 24 months whichever occurs first Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only These intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100 000 miles 166 000 km should be repeated after 100 ...

Page 287: ...e 5 54 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often Inspect engine air cleaner filter If necessary replace the filter If ve...

Page 288: ...ace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 17 for more information An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 54 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect drive belts Drain flush and refill...

Page 289: ...sty conditions the filter may require replacement more often Inspect engine air cleaner filter If necessary replace the filter If vehicle is driven in dusty dirty conditions inspect filter at every engine oil change See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 17 for more information An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect drive belts 48 000 Miles 80 000 km Change engine oil and filter or ever...

Page 290: ...ate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 54 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect drive belts Drain flush and refill cooling system See Engine Coolant on page 5 19 for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck ...

Page 291: ...ty conditions inspect filter at every engine oil change See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 17 for more information An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect drive belts 78 000 Miles 130 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 54 for proper rotation pattern and additi...

Page 292: ...solenoid valve filter An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect PCV system An Emission Control Service See footnote Change brake fluid or every 24 months whichever occurs first 93 000 Miles 155 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 96 000 Miles 160 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first ...

Page 293: ...2 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 54 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace passenger compartment air filter If...

Page 294: ...mission Control Service Inspect EVAP canister vapor lines and solenoid valve filter An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect PCV system An Emission Control Service See footnote Change brake fluid or every 24 months whichever occurs first 37 500 Miles 62 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection...

Page 295: ...trol Service Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 17 for more information An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 54 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote R...

Page 296: ... and Rotation on page 5 54 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Inspect drive belts 82 500 Miles 137 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 54 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Change engi...

Page 297: ...ake fluid or every 24 months whichever occurs first 97 500 Miles 162 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 54 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driv...

Page 298: ...ecessary See Engine Oil on page 5 13 for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 19 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 31 ...

Page 299: ...strips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 24 Automatic Transaxle Inspection It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss Check for leaks ...

Page 300: ... other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 2 26 if neces...

Page 301: ...gular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the...

Page 302: ...n and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look...

Page 303: ...hrottle system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for ...

Page 304: ...elco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Usage Fluid Lubricant Power Steering System DEXRON III Automatic Transmission Fluid Automatic Transaxle Automatic Transaxle Fluid ESSO LT 71141 or TOTAL ATF H50235 Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Chassis Lubrication Chassi...

Page 305: ...odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 25 ...

Page 306: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 26 ...

Page 307: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 27 ...

Page 308: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 28 ...

Page 309: ...Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 12 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 12 Section 7 Customer Assist...

Page 310: ...Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top le...

Page 311: ...elephone 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 right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs You can find your specific vehicle infor...

Page 312: ... customers to call the toll free number for assistance If a U S customer wishes to write to Chevrolet the letter should be addressed to Chevrolet s Customer Assistance Center United States Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 1 800 222 1020 1 800 833 2438 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV ...

Page 313: ...istance 011 52 53 29 0 800 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward eligible aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with free resource information such as area driver assessment centers...

Page 314: ...ce identification required Replacement keys or locksmith service will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle Delivery of the replacement key will be covered within 10 miles Emergency Tow Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident Assistance when the vehicle is mired in sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Insta...

Page 315: ...nce is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Buick reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notification Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive roadside assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States Please refer to the War...

Page 316: ...can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options Depending on the circumstances your dealer can offer you one of the following Shuttle Service Participating dealers can provide you with shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule Thi...

Page 317: ...coverage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact you dealer f...

Page 318: ...sed to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes these on board systems do not record sounds such as conversation of vehicle occupants To read this information special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the SDM is required GM will not access information about a crash...

Page 319: ...NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline Reporting Safety Defects...

Page 320: ... write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc RETAIL SELL PRICE 120 00 Transmission Transaxle Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual Thi...

Page 321: ...o 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 are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Ti...

Page 322: ... NOTES 7 14 ...

Page 323: ...e System Warning Light 3 36 Appearance Care 5 68 Care of Safety Belts 5 72 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 75 Appearance Care cont Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 69 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 72 Finish Damage 5 74 Sheet Metal Damage 5 74 Underbody Maintenance 5 75 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 75 Weatherstrips 5 72 Arming the System 2 15 Ashtrays 3 18 Audio System s 3 48 Audio S...

Page 324: ... Bulbs 5 41 Headlamp Aiming 5 40 Headlamps 5 41 Parking Lamps 5 45 Bulb Replacement cont Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 46 Buying New Tires 5 56 C California Fuel 5 6 Canada Customer Assistance 7 5 Canadian Owners ii Canadian Roadside Assistance 7 7 Canceling the Rear Door Security Lock 2 10 Capacities and Specifications 5 85 Carbon Monoxide 4 24 4 35 2 11 2 29 Care of Safety ...

Page 325: ...t Seat Position 1 46 Top Strap 1 37 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 39 Where to Put the Restraint 1 37 Cigarette Lighter 3 18 Cleaning Inside of Your Vehicle 5 69 Outside of Your Vehicle 5 72 Underbody Maintenance 5 75 Weatherstrips 5 72 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 5 74 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 73 Cleaning Fabric Carpet 5 69 Cleaning Glass Surfaces 5 71 Cleaning Interior Plastic Components 5 71 C...

Page 326: ... Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 11 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 12 D Daytime Running Lamps DRL 3 14 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light 3 44 Defensive Driving 4 2 Defogging and Defrosting 3 20 3 26 Dinghy Towing 4 30 Disarming the System 2 16 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 4 D...

Page 327: ...ield Wiper Fuses 5 78 Emergency Trunk Release Handle 2 12 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs 3 41 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 17 Battery 5 35 Check and Service Engine Soon Light 3 39 Coolant 5 19 Coolant Heater 2 21 Coolant Temperature Gage 3 39 Cooling System Inspection 6 23 Engine Compartment Overview 5 12 Exhaust 2 29 Oil 5 13 Overheating 5 22 Starting 2 20 Engine Compartment Fuse Bl...

Page 328: ...le Fuel Container 5 10 Filling Your Tank 5 7 Fuels in Foreign Countries 5 7 Gage 3 44 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Gasoline Specifications 5 5 Low Warning Light 3 45 System Inspection 6 22 Fuses Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 79 Windshield Wiper 5 78 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature 3 39 Fuel 3 44 Speedometer 3 32 Tachometer 3 32 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Specifications 5 5 Glove Box 2 33 GM Mobility Program for ...

Page 329: ... Manual ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 16 Hydroplaning 4 18 I If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5 23 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5 22 If the Light Is Flashing 3 40 If the Light Is On Steady 3 40 If You Are Caught in a Blizzard 4 26 If You Are Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 28 Ignition Positions 2 19 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check 6 21 Immobilizer 2 17 Immobilizer Operation 2 1...

Page 330: ...ng 3 35 Light cont Charging System 3 34 Cruise Control 3 43 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator 3 44 Door Ajar 3 47 Highbeam On 3 43 Hold Mode 3 38 Low Fuel Warning 3 45 Malfunction Indicator 3 39 Oil Pressure 3 42 Safety Belt Reminder 3 33 Safety Belt Reminder Tone 3 33 Speed Sensitive Power Steering SSPS Warning Light 3 36 TCS Warning Light 3 37 Traction Control System Active 3 38 Traction Control S...

Page 331: ...ices 6 18 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 22 Maintenance Schedule cont Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 24 Part E Maintenance Record 6 25 Selecting the Right Schedule 6 5 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 6 6 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 22 Throttle System Inspection 6 23 Using Your 6 4 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Malfunction ...

Page 332: ...wner s Information 7 13 P Park P Shifting Into 2 27 Shifting Out of 2 28 Parking Brake 2 26 Over Things That Burn 2 29 Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Park P Mechanism Check 6 21 Parking Lamps 5 45 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 6 4 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 18 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 22 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 24 Part E Maintenance Record...

Page 333: ...3 27 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming 2 31 Rearview Mirrors 2 31 Reclining Seatbacks 1 6 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 29 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 5 Remote Trunk Release 2 12 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 64 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 63 Replacing Brake System Parts 5 34 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash...

Page 334: ...y Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 23 Safety Belts Are for Everyone 1 10 Safety Warnings and Symbols iii Seats Driver Seat Height Adjuster 1 3 Head Restraints 1 8 Heated Seats 1 5 Manual 1 2 Manual Lumbar 1 5 Power Seat 1 3 Rear Seat Operation 1 9 Reclining Seatbacks 1 6 Secondary Information Center SIC 3 46 Securing a Child Restraint Center Rear Seat Position 1 46 Designed for the LATCH System 1 43 Re...

Page 335: ...ms 5 70 Specifications Capacities 5 85 Speed Sensitive Power Steering SSPS Warning Light 3 36 Speedometer 3 32 Starter Switch Check 6 20 Starting Your Engine 2 20 Steering 4 10 Steering in Emergencies 4 11 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 22 Steering Tips 4 10 Steering Wheel Controls Audio 3 59 Steering Wheel Tilt Wheel 3 7 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Ar...

Page 336: ... Spare Tire 5 68 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 57 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 5 58 Tires cont Wheel Replacement 5 59 When It Is Time for New Tires 5 55 To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 2 21 Top Strap 1 37 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 39 Torque Lock 2 28 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 29 Towing a Trailer 4 35 Your Vehicle 4 29 Traction Control System Active Light 3 38 Control System TCS 4 8 Con...

Page 337: ...ation Adjustment 3 28 Visor Vanity Mirror 2 14 Visors 2 14 W Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 30 Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Washing Your Vehicle 5 72 Weatherstrip Lubrication 6 19 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use 5 14 What to Do with Used Oil 5 17 What to Use 5 19 5 30 5 31 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 58 Replac...

Page 338: ...5 31 Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check 6 18 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 47 Fuses 5 78 Windshield Wiper Lever 3 9 Windshield Wipers 3 9 Winter Driving 4 24 Wiper Blade Check 6 19 Y Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 16 ...

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