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A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir.

See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-48.

B. Battery.

See Battery on page 5-53.

C. Remote Positive (+) Battery Terminal.

See Battery on page 5-53.

D. Underhood Electrical Center.

See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-104.

E. Radiator Pressure Cap.

See Cooling System on page 5-37.

F. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank.

See Cooling System on page 5-37.

G. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (Below Generator).

See Power Steering Fluid on page 5-47.

H. Electric Cooling Fan.

See Cooling System on page 5-37.

I. Engine Oil Dipstick.

See Engine Oil on page 5-18.

J. Engine Oil Fill Cap.

See Engine Oil on page 5-18.

K. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick.

See Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 5-28.

L. Brake Fluid Reservoir.

See Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 5-28.

M. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter.

See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-26.

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Summary of Contents for 2004 Monte Carlo

Page 1: ...ges and Indicators 3 28 Message Center 3 44 Driver Information Center DIC 3 52 Trip Computer 3 54 Audio System s 3 55 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 31 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 4 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Headlamp Aiming 5 60 Bulb Replacement 5 60 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 64 Tires 5 65 Appearance Care 5 9...

Page 2: ...e leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No 10335960 A First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 06 18 03 All Rights Reserved Canadian Owners You can obtain a French 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 when they first...

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 vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle v ...

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...ildren 1 29 Infants and Young Children 1 31 Child Restraint Systems 1 35 Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Top Strap 1 38 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 40 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 40 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Rear 1 42 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 43 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 ...

Page 8: ...ld 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 If your vehicle has manual seats lift the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure the seat is locked in place 1 2 ...

Page 9: ...e seat by sliding the control up or down Raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion by sliding the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion by sliding the rear of the control up or down Manual Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature the knob is located on the outboard side of the driver s seat Turn the knob toward the front of the vehicle to inc...

Page 10: ...t to a lower temperature Press HI to warm the seat to a higher temperature To turn this feature off move the switch to the center position Reclining Seatbacks Lift the lever to release the seatback then move the seatback to where you want it Release the lever to lock the seatback in place Pull up on the lever without pushing on the seatback and the seatback will move forward 1 4 ...

Page 11: ...is The shoulder belt can t do its job 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 For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat an...

Page 12: ...sh Seatback Latches There is a latch located on the lower back of the front seat that enables the front seatback to fold forward This allows more room for entry and exit of rear seat passengers To fold the locked seatback forward push the seatback toward the rear and lift the latch The seatback will fold forward The latch must be down for the seat to work properly 1 6 ...

Page 13: ... the seatback forward The seat can be pushed and slid forward to allow someone to get into or out of the rear seat area 2 Return the seatback upright to lock it Slide the seat fully rearward to lock it into its original position 3 The front passenger must try to slide the entire seat back and forth to make sure the seat is locked into place CAUTION If the easy entry right front seat isn t locked i...

Page 14: ...is the rear seatback may not fold down all the way To lower the rear seatback follow these steps 1 If your vehicle is equipped with this feature remove the rear center lap shoulder belt latch by using a pointed object to press the release button 2 Pull forward on the seatback tab located on the outboard side of the back seat cushion to fold the seatback down 1 8 ...

Page 15: ...d not properly attached or twisted won t provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted To raise the rear seatback follow these steps 1 Raise the seatback up and make sure it latches Push and pull on the seatback to be s...

Page 16: ...ould be kept in the upright locked position Safety Belts Safety Belts They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts CAUTION Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you re not wearing a safety belt your injuries can be much worse You ...

Page 17: ... See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3 32 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 serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them p...

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: ...ollisions 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 excellent driver but if you re in an accident even one that isn t your fault you and your passengers can be hurt Being a good driver doesn t protect you from things beyond your control such as bad drivers Most accidents occur within 25 miles 40...

Page 22: ...Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 28 Make sure the release butt...

Page 23: ...ng 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 best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt ...

Page 24: ...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 18 ...

Page 25: ...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 19 ...

Page 26: ...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 20 ...

Page 27: ... 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 21 ...

Page 28: ... 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 22 ...

Page 29: ...ay 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 s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more ofte...

Page 30: ...re slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 28 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the saf...

Page 31: ...juries 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 s a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury ...

Page 32: ...lt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and booster seats and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge o...

Page 33: ...ic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 1 27 ...

Page 34: ...n the seatback and interior body leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be jus...

Page 35: ...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 36: ...ose 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 in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belt...

Page 37: ... 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 38: ...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 39: ...vide 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 also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic type...

Page 40: ... 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 child for whom the safety belts are designed A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not re...

Page 41: ... 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 35 ...

Page 42: ...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 36 ...

Page 43: ...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 44: ...will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the 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 str...

Page 45: ...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 46: ... no place to anchor the top strap Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System Your vehicle has the LATCH system You ll find anchors A for all three rear 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 restrai...

Page 47: ...In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint designed for that system 1 41 ...

Page 48: ...ON Continued CAUTION Continued or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint See Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position or Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position in the Index for information on how to secure a child restraint in your vehicle Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH ...

Page 49: ... 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 38 if the child restraint has one If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system you ll be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint S...

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: ... 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 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers...

Page 52: ...nt seat you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Manual Seats on page...

Page 53: ...aint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 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 47 ...

Page 54: ...tions Here are the most important things to know about the air bag systems CAUTION You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Air bags are designed to work with safety belts but don t replace them Front...

Page 55: ...e s an air bag for that person CAUTION Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you re too close to an inflating air bag as you would be if you were leaning forward it could seriously injure you Safety belts helpkeep you in position for air bag inflation beforeand during a crash Always wearyour safety belt even with frontal air bags The driv...

Page 56: ...em Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Older Children or Infants and Young Children There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light te...

Page 57: ...Where Are the Air Bags The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 51 ...

Page 58: ...ht not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering Don t let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact air bag 1 52 ...

Page 59: ...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 impacts or in many side impacts because inflation would not help the occupant Your vehicle may or may not have a driver s side impact air bag See Air Bag Systems on page 1 48 A driver s side impact air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to seve...

Page 60: ... 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 body stopping the occupant more gradually But the frontal air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and many side impacts primarily because an occupant...

Page 61: ... may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or ot...

Page 62: ...dule which records information about the frontal air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment The module also records speed engine RPM brake and throttle data Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag systems Improper service can mean that an air bag system won t wor...

Page 63: ...enance Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect...

Page 64: ...er a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired o...

Page 65: ...le Operation 2 21 Parking Brake 2 25 Shifting Into Park P 2 26 Shifting Out of Park P 2 28 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 28 Engine Exhaust 2 29 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 30 Mirrors 2 31 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 31 Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar 2 31 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 32 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar 2 32 Outside Power Mirrors 2 33 Outside Co...

Page 66: ...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 67: ...tem The remote keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired opera...

Page 68: ...cement or resynchronization is necessary See Battery Replacement and Resynchronization under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 4 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation Using the remote keyless entry transmitter you can lock and unlock your doors or release your trunk from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 fe...

Page 69: ...heft Deterrent on page 2 15 Transmitter Verification This feature provides feedback that a command has been received by the vehicle if your key fob has been programmed to Mode 3 Full see Fob Horn Remote Audible Verification under Vehicle Personalization on page 2 42 for more information The headlamps and back up lamps will flash on every lock command and on the first unlock command The horn will a...

Page 70: ...le Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once you...

Page 71: ...lowing 1 Insert a flat object like a coin into the slot on the back of the transmitter Gently pry apart the front and back 2 Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter Do not use a metal object 3 Put the new battery into the transmitter as shown on the transmitter Use type CR2032 battery or equivalent 4 Put the two halves back together Make sure the halves are together tightly so water won t ge...

Page 72: ...h from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily 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 the vehicle From the outside use your key or the optional remote keyless entry transmitter From the inside use the manual or power door locks To...

Page 73: ... No automatic door lock or unlock Mode 2 Automatic all door lock when the transaxle is shifted out of PARK P no automatic door unlock Mode 3 Automatic all door lock when the transaxle is shifted out of PARK P automatic unlock for the driver s door only when the transaxle is shifted into PARK P Mode 4 Automatic all door lock when the transaxle is shifted out of PARK P automatic all door unlock when...

Page 74: ...and close the door 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 between the body and the trunk lid Make sure all other windows a...

Page 75: ...n to work Trunk Assist Handle There is an assist handle located on the inside of the trunk lid toward the driver s side of the vehicle Pull down on the handle to lower the trunk lid Then close the trunk with your other hand If the trunk is not properly closed the TRUNK OPEN message will appear in the message center of your instrument panel cluster See Trunk Ajar Warning Message on page 3 47 for mo...

Page 76: ... latch This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle up to open the trunk from the inside 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 2 12 ...

Page 77: ...with the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 13 ...

Page 78: ...h is labeled AUTO Tap the rear of the switch and the driver s window will open a small amount If the rear of the switch is pressed down all the way the window will go all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering press the front of the switch To raise the window press and hold the front of the switch Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also move them from...

Page 79: ...s entry transmitter or a key or turns the ignition on with an incorrect key The horn will sound and the headlamps and back up lamps will flash for approximately two minutes When the alarm is armed the trunk may be opened with the remote keyless entry transmitter If you use the key to open the trunk the alarm will sound The power door lock switches are also disabled You must use your remote keyless...

Page 80: ...let you know the system is no longer armed Passlock Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft deterrent system Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with fuel is disabled and the engine will not start During normal operation the SECURIT...

Page 81: ...inings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer on page 4 38 for more information Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition you can turn the switch to four positions The ignition switch is located on the instrument panel to the right of the steering column OFF This position locks your steering column in a vehicle with a manual transmission It is a theft deterrent feature You...

Page 82: ...o system and sunroof option will continue to work for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF and none of the doors is opened Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Notice Shifting into PARK P with the vehicle moving could damage the...

Page 83: ...your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If it doesn t start within 10 seconds hold your key in START for about 10 seconds at a time until your engine starts Wait about 15 seconds b...

Page 84: ...oolant Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord The cord is attached to the underside of the diagonal brace which is located above the engine air cleaner filter assembly 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and ca...

Page 85: ...n The answer depends on the outside temperature the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area Automatic Transaxle Operation Your automatic transaxle has a shift lever located on the console between the front...

Page 86: ... vehicle can t 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 could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are...

Page 87: ...saxle see If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 30 NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could ...

Page 88: ...D 3 but lower fuel economy than THIRD 3 You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on Notice Driving in SECOND 2 for more than 25 miles 40 km or at speeds over 55 mph 90 km h may damage the transaxle Also shifting into SECOND 2 at speeds above 65 mph 105 km h can cause damage Drive in THIR...

Page 89: ...r left foot the parking brake pedal will follow it to the released position A warning chime will sound if the parking brake is set the ignition is on and the shift lever is not in PARK P Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off be...

Page 90: ... level ground use the steps that follow If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 38 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this Press and hold in the shift lever button located on the left side of the shift lever Push the shift lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle 3 Turn the ignition key to ...

Page 91: ...ulling it toward you or if you have the console shift lever without first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever o...

Page 92: ...t lever by pushing it all the way into PARK P while keeping the brake pedal pushed down Then move the shift lever out of PARK P being sure to press the shift lever button If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the ignition key to ACC 2 Apply and hold the brake pedal until the end of Step 4 3 Shift to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the engine and shift to the d...

Page 93: ... 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 into your veh...

Page 94: ...engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 26 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 95: ...this feature this mirror has a lever located at the bottom of the mirror between the two lamps It is used to change the mirror from day to night position To reduce glare from headlamps behind you while driving at night pull the lever toward you To return the mirror to the day position return the lever to its original position There are two map lamps located on the bottom of the mirror Press the bu...

Page 96: ... Another photocell facing rearward senses headlamps behind you To turn the automatic dimming feature off press the center button again To keep the photocells operating well occasionally clean them with a cotton swab and glass cleaner Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar Your vehicle may be equipped with an automatic dimming rearview mirror with the OnStar System Press the button located b...

Page 97: ... the driver s side window on the armrest Use the selector switch located above the four way control panel to choose either the left or right outside mirror Then press any of the four arrows located on the control pad to move each mirror in the desired direction Adjust each mirror so you can see the side of your vehicle and the area beside and behind your vehicle Heated Outside Mirrors If your vehi...

Page 98: ...em OnStar uses global positioning system GPS satellite technology wireless communications and call centers to provide you with a wide range of safety security information and convenience services A complete OnStar user s guide and the terms and conditions of the OnStar Subscription Service Agreement are included in your vehicle s glove box literature For more information visit www onstar com conta...

Page 99: ...an All Directions and Connections Plan services Personal Concierge OnStar Personal Calling With OnStar Personal Calling you have a safer way to stay connected while driving It s a hands free wireless phone that s integrated into your vehicle You can place calls nationwide using voice activated dialing with no contracts and no additional roaming charges To find out more about OnStar Personal Callin...

Page 100: ...ation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes and modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Programming the HomeLink Transmitter Do not use the HomeLi...

Page 101: ...ttons 2 Position the end of your hand held transmitter about 1 to 3 inches 3 to 8 cm away from the HomeLink buttons while keeping the indicator light in view 3 Simultaneously press and hold both the desired button on HomeLink and the hand held transmitter button Do not release the buttons until Step 4 has been completed Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to substitute Step 3 ...

Page 102: ... 1 Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission This may not be long enough for HomeLink to pick up the signal during programming Similarly some U S gate operators are manufactured to time out in the same manner If you live in Canada or you are having difficulty programming a gate operator...

Page 103: ...Single HomeLink Button To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained follow these steps 1 Press and hold the desired HomeLink button Do not release the button 2 The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds While still holding the HomeLink button proceed with Step 2 under Programming HomeLink Resetting Defaults To reset HomeLink to default settings do the fo...

Page 104: ...holders pull down on the cloth strap located toward the top of the center back seat cushion You will then have access to the dual cupholders Convenience Net Your vehicle may have a convenience net You ll see it on the back wall of the trunk Put small loads like grocery bags behind or inside the net It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops The net isn t f...

Page 105: ...express open feature press the switch rearward You can stop the sunroof before it is completely open by pushing the switch forward Vent Your sunroof also has a vent feature It can be activated from the closed sunroof position by pressing the switch once rearward To close push and hold the sunroof switch forward When using this feature the sunshade should be fully opened in the rear position The su...

Page 106: ...able with Content Theft System Horn Chirp On Timer Available with Remote Keyless Entry Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Programming Available with Remote Keyless Entry Return to Original Factory Settings Available for All Exit Vehicle Customization Mode Programming Mode To reset or customize the features first enter the vehicle customization main menu To enter the main menu do the following 1 Turn...

Page 107: ...NE OIL light is now reset You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle TIRE MON Tire Inflation Monitor Reset This feature allows you to reset the tire pressure monitor after checking all tire pressures See Tires on page 5 65 To clear the LOW TIRE PRESSURE light from the instrument panel cluster an...

Page 108: ...lable on your vehicle 3 Scroll using the 1 PREV or 2 NEXT buttons through the modes to change the current mode 4 With your preference displayed press the TUNE DISP button to select A chime will be heard to verify the new setting The new selection will be displayed with an asterisk for one second The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions...

Page 109: ...ode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle FOB LIGHT Remote Visual Verification This feature allows the exterior lights to flash when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to lock or unlock the vehicle or to program no verification Programmable Modes Mode 1 OFF...

Page 110: ...te Audible Verification This feature allows the horn to chirp when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to lock or unlock the vehicle or to program no verification Programmable Modes Mode 1 OFF Mode 2 PARTIAL One chirp for each remote LOCK command no chirp for remote UNLOCK command Mode 3 FULL One chirp for each remote LOCK command two chirps for the first remote UNLOCK command Your vehicl...

Page 111: ...hipped from the factory it was programmed to Mode 2 The mode to which your vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode do the following 1 Scroll using the SEEK PSCAN up or down arrows until ALARM appears on the display 2 Press the 1 PREV or 2 NEXT button to enter the ...

Page 112: ...exit the programming mode by following the directions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle 3 Scroll using the 1 PREV or 2 NEXT buttons through the modes to change the current mode 4 With your preference displayed press the TUNE DISP button to select A chime will be heard to verify the new setting The new selection will be displayed with an asterisk for one se...

Page 113: ... selection will be displayed with an asterisk for one second The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle ORIG SET Return to the Original Settings This feature allows you to return all customization feature settings back to their original factory settings To reset ...

Page 114: ... hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the first transmitter at the same time for 15 seconds A chime will be heard to verify the transmitter is learned 4 Repeat Step 3 for each additional transmitter The transmitter is programmed now You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle EXIT Exit Feature Cus...

Page 115: ...ock Brake System Warning Light 3 36 Traction Control System TCS Warning Light 3 36 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 37 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 3 38 Oil Pressure Indicator Light 3 40 Cruise Control Light 3 41 Fuel Gage 3 42 Message Center 3 43 Service Traction System Warning Message 3 43 Traction Active Message 3 43 Battery Warning Message 3 44 Hot Coolant Temperature Warning Message 3 44 Low O...

Page 116: ...77 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 90 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 91 Understanding Radio Reception 3 92 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3 92 Care of Your CDs 3 93 Care of Your CD Player 3 94 Backglass Antenna 3 94 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 48 Contiguous US States 3 95 Vehicle Customization Settings 3 95 Chime Level Adjustment 3 95 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3 2 ...

Page 117: ... NOTES 3 3 ...

Page 118: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 119: ...System See Audio System s on page 3 55 G Air Outlet See Outlet Adjustment under Dual Climate Control System on page 3 21 H Exterior Lamps Control See Exterior Lamps on page 3 14 I Remote Trunk Release See Remote Trunk Release under Trunk on page 2 10 J Tilt Steering Wheel Lever See Tilt Wheel on page 3 7 K Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 10 L Steering Wheel Cruise Contol If Equipped See Cr...

Page 120: ... the instrument panel The hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t 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 won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the...

Page 121: ...the left side of the steering column To adjust the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel into place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever located on the left side of the steering column includes the following Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Flash to Pass Feature...

Page 122: ...n or a lane change a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and then check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 104 Turn Signal On Chime If you leave either one of your turn signals on and drive more than 3 ...

Page 123: ...cycles turn the band upward LO Low Speed Turn the band upward to LO for steady wiping at a low speed HI High Speed Turn the band upward to HI for steady wiping at high speed MIST Turn the band downward to MIST for a single wiping cycle Hold the band at this setting until the windshield wipers start then release it The windshield wipers will stop after one wipe If additional cycles are needed hold ...

Page 124: ...use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision When you are low on washer fluid the LOW WASHER FLUID message will be illuminated in the message center for 60 seconds When the ignition is turned off this message will appear again for three seconds as a reminder that the fluid level is low Until the fluid tank is refilled...

Page 125: ...ads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system optional begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 10 Traction Control System TCS When road conditions allow you to ...

Page 126: ... on the instrument panel cluster will come on after the cruise control has been set to the desired speed Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course shuts off the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more press RES Resume on your steering wheel You ll go right back up to y...

Page 127: ...n very small amounts press COAST on the steering wheel briefly Each time you do this you ll go about 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hil...

Page 128: ... exterior lamps Parking Lamps Pull the control out halfway to turn on the parking lamps together with the following Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Headlamps Pulling the control all the way out turns on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights See Interior Lamps on page 3 16 for information on the instrument panel brightness control and on the dome l...

Page 129: ...n t be lit up either When it s dark enough outside your high beam headlamps will turn off and the headlamps and parking lamps will turn on The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on When it s bright enough outside your headlamps will go off and your DRL will come on As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamps system when you need it Delayed Headlamps The de...

Page 130: ...hile you change to high beam headlamps Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness The knob for the instrument panel light is located on the exterior lamps control Pull the knob out halfway and then turn the knob clockwise to brighten or counterclockwise to dim the lights Courtesy Lamps When a door is opened the courtesy lamps automatically come on They make it easy for you to enter and leave your ...

Page 131: ...hey go out The delay time is canceled if you turn the ignition key to ON or press the power door lock switch When the ignition is on illuminated entry is inactive which means the courtesy lamps won t come on unless a door is opened Delayed Entry Lighting Delayed entry lighting illuminates the interior for a period of time after all the doors have been closed The ignition must be off for delayed en...

Page 132: ...illumination period will be canceled and the interior lamps will remain on Parade Dimming The instrument panel has an added feature called parade dimming This feature prohibits the dimming of your instrument panel displays during the daylight while the headlamps are on so that you ll still be able to see the displays Reading Lamps The reading lamps are located on the rearview mirror These lamps an...

Page 133: ... only three minutes Battery rundown protection will also work if the headlamps are left on After having been left on for 10 minutes the headlamps and the parking lamps will flash three times They will remain on for one more minute before turning off automatically Accessory Power Outlets Your vehicle has a 12 volt outlet which can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone...

Page 134: ...nty Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Notice If you put papers or other flammable items in the ashtray hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage your vehicle Never put flammable items in the ashtray Your vehicle may have a cig...

Page 135: ... outlets and to the floor outlets 6 Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets with some of the air directed to the windshield and side window outlets In this mode the system will automatically select Outside Air The right knob can also be used to select defog or defrost mode For information on defogging and defrosting see Defogging and Defrosting later in this section By positio...

Page 136: ...o see the indicator light See Interior Lamps on page 3 16 for more information When this mode is on outside air will circulate throughout your vehicle Recirculation Press this button to turn the recirculation mode on When this mode is on inside air and a small percentage of outside air will recirculate throughout your vehicle This selection will reduce the entry of outside air and odors from enter...

Page 137: ...ays open the windows to let hot air escape then close them This helps to reduce the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down It also helps the system to operate more efficiently Air Conditioning Press this button to turn the air conditioning system on or off When the system is on an indicator light will come on and the system will begin to cool and dehumidify the air inside of your vehicle Duri...

Page 138: ...turning off the engine This is normal Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of your windows is a result of high humidity moisture condensing on the cool window glass This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly There are two modes to choose from to clear fog or frost from your windshield Use the defog mode to clear fog or moisture from the windows and warm the passenge...

Page 139: ...efogger on or off An indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that the rear window defogger is activated During daylight hours you may have to adjust the instrument panel brightness control to the highest setting in order to see the indicator light See Interior Lamps on page 3 16 for more information The rear window defogger will turn off approximately 20 minutes after the button...

Page 140: ...r cooling is needed do the following 1 Select the vent mode 2 Select outside air mode 3 Select the temperature 4 Select the fan speed Ventilation Tips Clear away any ice snow or leaves from the air inlets on the hood that may block the flow of air into your vehicle This will help to remove fog or frost from the windows it will also improve heating Select the floor mode and set the fan at the highe...

Page 141: ...ir filter see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 To change the passenger compartment air filter use the following steps 1 Turn off the ignition when the windshield wipers are in the up position 2 Raise the vehicle hood 3 Disconnect the windshield washer pump hose from the fender rail and air inlet grille 4 Peel back the hood weatherstrip from the passenger s side of the vehicle halfway to center 5 ...

Page 142: ... 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 warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages s...

Page 143: ... at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel is in your tank and many other things you need to drive safely and economically Uplevel 3400 V6 Engine Cluster United States version with ABS and Traction Control shown Canada similar 3 29 ...

Page 144: ...Uplevel 3800 V6 Engine Cluster United States version with ABS and Traction Control shown Canada similar 3 30 ...

Page 145: ...Uplevel 3800 Supercharged V6 Engine Cluster United States version with ABS and Traction Control shown Canada similar 3 31 ...

Page 146: ... that will be done But if it can t then it will be set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer Your trip odometer tells how far you have driven since you last reset it Your trip select reset switch will go back and forth between the odometer and the trip odometer if the button is pressed and released wit...

Page 147: ...covered by your warranty Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON a chime will come on for about several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts unless the driver s safety belt is already buckled The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds then it will flash for several...

Page 148: ...is ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air bag system may not be working properly The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even in...

Page 149: ... be illuminated in the message center For more information see Battery Warning Message on page 3 45 Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there is a brake problem The LOW BRAKE FLUID message ...

Page 150: ...lem 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 still on have the vehicle towed for service See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 35 and Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 31 CAUTION Your brake system may not be working properly if th...

Page 151: ... so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Traction Control System TCS Warning Light If your vehicle has the traction control system this warning light may come on for the following reasons If you turn the system off by pressing the TRAC OFF button located on the center console a chime will sound and the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on press the button...

Page 152: ...mperature to fluctuate and approach the 250 F 122 C mark When the gage reads greater than 250 F 122 C the HOT COOLANT TEMP light will be illuminated in the message center and a chime will sound continuously If the gage reaches the 260 F 125 C mark it indicates that the cooling system is working beyond its capacity See Engine Overheating on page 5 34 United States 3400 V6 Engine Cluster United Stat...

Page 153: ...d lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transaxle exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly r...

Page 154: ...ly installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Have you recently c...

Page 155: ... the system The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD sy...

Page 156: ... become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil Cruise Control Light The CRUISE light comes on whenever you set your crui...

Page 157: ...tion the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage goes back to empty when you turn off the ignition The gage pointer may move while cornering braking or acc...

Page 158: ...ll not limit wheel spin The message will stay on for 60 seconds Four chimes will also be heard Adjust your driving accordingly When the ignition is turned off this message will be displayed again for three seconds to remind you that your traction control system is not working properly Be sure to have your vehicle serviced right away Traction Active Message If your vehicle is equipped with the trac...

Page 159: ...ould indicate a problem with the generator drive belt or some other charging system problem Have it checked right away Driving with this message on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with this message displayed it helps to turn off all your accessories Hot Coolant Temperature Warning Message This message is displayed when the cooling system temperature gets hot A chime wil...

Page 160: ...age This message is displayed for 60 seconds at the start of each ignition cycle when the engine oil level is low Four chimes will also sound When the ignition is turned off this message will be displayed again for three seconds to remind you that your engine oil level is low Be sure to have your vehicle serviced right away See Engine Oil on page 5 18 on how to check the oil level and for what typ...

Page 161: ...nder Engine Oil on page 5 18 Low Tire Message Your vehicle may be equipped with the tire pressure system which monitors the inflation pressure of the tires After the system has learned the tire pressure with properly inflated tires the LOW TIRE PRESSURE message will be displayed and four warning chimes will sound if the tire pressure in one tire becomes 12 psi 83 kPa lower than the other three tir...

Page 162: ... If you are in a forward or reverse gear position you will also hear four chimes Trunk Ajar Warning Message This message will appear if the trunk is not completely closed and the ignition is in ON If you are in a forward or reverse gear position you will also hear four chimes United States Canada United States Canada 3 48 ...

Page 163: ...e 2 16 for more information Low Washer Fluid Warning Message This message is displayed when the vehicle is low on windshield washer fluid The message is only displayed for 60 seconds at the start of each ignition cycle For more information see Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 48 When the ignition is turned off this message will be displayed again for three seconds to remind you that your washer f...

Page 164: ...n the fuel tank Low Brake Fluid Warning Message This message will be displayed when your vehicle has a brake problem The brake system warning light will also be illuminated If this message appears the brakes aren t working properly You should have your vehicle serviced immediately See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 35 for more information United States Canada United States Canada 3 50 ...

Page 165: ...ce Highbeam Out Warning Message If this message appears you may have a problem with your high beam headlamps The message will stay on about 60 seconds When the ignition is turned off this message will be displayed again for three seconds to remind you that you may have a problem with your highbeam headlamps Be sure to check your bulbs right away and replace them if necessary See Bulb Replacement o...

Page 166: ... will change A chime will be heard to confirm the new selection The reset button can also be used to manually calibrate the compass See Manual Compass Calibration later in this section The reset button can be used to set the compass zone variation See Compass Variance later in this section MODE Press this button to cycle through three modes of operation Off Compass Temperature and Trip Computer mo...

Page 167: ...ss the RESET button to set the new variance zone and resume normal operation All the display segments will be illuminated briefly to acknowledge the change in zone number A chime will sound to confirm that the new zone number has been set Automatic Compass Calibration The compass is self calibrating which eliminates the need to manually set the compass When the vehicle is new the calibration proce...

Page 168: ...or messages appear see your dealer Trip Computer There are five trip computer displays which may be stepped through by pushing the MODE button The information will appear in the following order AVG ECON Average Fuel Economy This shows the average fuel economy since the last reset INST ECON Instantaneous Fuel Economy This shows fuel economy for the most recent second of driving RANGE Trip Range Thi...

Page 169: ...o be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP you can play your audio system even after the ignition is turned off See Retained Accessory Power RAP under Ignition Positions on page 2 17 Setting the Time Press and hold the HR or MN buttons for two seconds Then press and hold HR until the co...

Page 170: ...rect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name or the call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service ...

Page 171: ... the same to you as you drive NONE will appear on the display if the radio cannot determine the vehicle speed If you do not want to use automatic volume select OFF DISPL Display For RDS press this knob to change what appears on the display while using RDS The display options are station name RDS station frequency PTY and the name of the program if available For XM 48 contiguous US states if equipp...

Page 172: ...e display Press either arrow again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning presets The radio will scan only to the preset stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 30 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM six XM1 and six XM2 48 contiguous US states if...

Page 173: ...eturn the bass and treble to the manual mode push and release the AUDIO knob until MANUAL appears on the display Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers To adjust the fade between the front and the rea...

Page 174: ...ill appear on the display and the radio will return to the last station you were listening to BAND Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type To turn alternate frequency on press and hold BAND for two seconds AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stronger stations To turn alternate frequency off press and h...

Page 175: ...station does not broadcast traffic announcements press the TRAF button and the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements the radio will stop and TRAF will be displayed When a traffic announcement come on the tuned radio station you will hear it If no station is found NO TRAF will appear on the display If TRAF is on the display you c...

Page 176: ...the signal should return Loading Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay Your radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavl Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned Tune to an...

Page 177: ...eceiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced check with the servicing facility Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternating with your XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to ac...

Page 178: ...vious Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous to work Press this pushbutton to go to the previous selection on the tape if the current selection has been playing for less than three seconds If pressed when the current selection has been playing from 3 to 13 seconds it will go to the beginning of the previous selection or the beginning of the curren...

Page 179: ...ons during forward operation using TUNE and the SEEK arrows 5 X SIDE Press this pushbutton to play the other side of the tape q SEEK r If the right or the left arrow is held or pressed more than once the player will continue moving forward or backward through the tape SEEK and a positive or a negative number will appear on the display BAND Press this button to listen to the radio when a tape is pl...

Page 180: ...play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player on page 3 93 If the cassette is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good cassette If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If you radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to the dea...

Page 181: ...t information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name or the call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service 48 ...

Page 182: ... the same to you as you drive NONE will appear on the display if the radio cannot determine the vehicle speed If you do not want to use automatic volume select OFF DISPL Display For RDS press this knob to change what appears on the display while using RDS The display options are station name RDS station frequency PTY and the name of the program if available For XM 48 contiguous US states if equipp...

Page 183: ...r on the display Press either arrow again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning presets The radio will scan only to the preset stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 30 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM six XM1 and six XM2 48 contiguous US st...

Page 184: ...eturn the bass and treble to the manual mode push and release the AUDIO knob until MANUAL appears on the display Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers To adjust the fade between the front and the rea...

Page 185: ...type NONE will appear on the display and the radio will return to the last station you were listening to BAND Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type To turn alternate frequency on press and hold BAND for two seconds AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stronger stations To turn alternate frequency off ...

Page 186: ...t If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements press the TRAF button and the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements the radio will stop and TRAF will be displayed When a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it If no station is found NO TRAF will appear on the display If TRAF...

Page 187: ...the signal should return Loading Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay Your radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavl Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned Tune to an...

Page 188: ...eceiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced check with the servicing facility Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternating with your XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to ac...

Page 189: ...ck number will appear on the display 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 quality may be reduced due to CD R quality the method of recording the quality of the music that has been recorded and the way the CD R has been handled You may experience an increase in skipping dif...

Page 190: ...the passage The display will show ET and the elapsed time of the track 4 FWD Forward Press and hold this pushbutton to advance quickly within a track Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to advance at six times the normal playing speed Press and hold it for more than two seconds to advance at 17 times the normal playing speed Release it to play the passage The display will show...

Page 191: ...D Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first CD Messages If CHECK CD 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...

Page 192: ...ncorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name or the call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Serv...

Page 193: ... the same to you as you drive NONE will appear on the display if the radio cannot determine the vehicle speed If you do not want to use automatic volume select OFF DISPL Display For RDS press this knob to change what appears on the display while using RDS The display options are station name RDS station frequency PTY and the name of the program if available For XM 48 contiguous US states if equipp...

Page 194: ...r on the display Press either arrow again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning presets The radio will scan only to the preset stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 30 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM six XM1 and six XM2 48 contiguous US st...

Page 195: ...eturn the bass and treble to the manual mode push and release the AUDIO knob until MANUAL appears on the display Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers To adjust the fade between the front and the rea...

Page 196: ...ar on the display and the radio will return to the last station you were listening to BAND Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type To turn alternate frequency on press and hold BAND for two seconds AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stronger stations To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND...

Page 197: ...urrent tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements press the TRAF button and the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements the radio will stop and TRAF will be displayed When a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it If no station is found NO TRAF will appear on the display If TRAF is on the...

Page 198: ...the signal should return Loading Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay Your radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavl Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned Tune to an...

Page 199: ...eceiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced check with the servicing facility Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternating with your XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to ac...

Page 200: ...vious Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous to work Press this pushbutton to go to the previous selection on the tape if the current selection has been playing for less than three seconds If pressed when the current selection has been playing from 3 to 13 seconds it will go to the beginning of the previous selection or the beginning of the curren...

Page 201: ...rows 5 X SIDE Press this pushbutton to play the other side of the tape q SEEK r If the right or the left arrow is held or pressed more than once the player will continue moving forward or backward through the tape SEEK and a positive or a negative number will appear on the display BAND Press this button to listen to the radio when a cassette tape or a CD is playing The inactive cassette or CD will...

Page 202: ... play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player on page 3 93 If the cassette is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good cassette If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If you radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to the de...

Page 203: ...difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous Press this pushbutton to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played TRACK an...

Page 204: ...ld either arrow or press it more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD DISPL Display Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing ET and the elapsed time of the track will appear on the display To change the default on the display track or elapsed time press the knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob for two seconds T...

Page 205: ...ing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle...

Page 206: ...lected PTY will appear on the display if it is not already showing If a station with the selected PTY is not found the radio will return to the original station If both SEEK by TYPE and TRAF are on the radio will search for stations with the selected PTY and traffic announcements PRESET Press this button to play a station you have programmed on the radio preset pushbuttons MODE Press this button t...

Page 207: ...e reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they are not they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use Your radio may display CLEAN to indicate that you have used your tape play...

Page 208: ...tte will not eject on its own A non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After you clean the player press and hold the EJT button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator The radio will display CLEANED to show the indicator was reset Cassettes are subject to wear and t...

Page 209: ...ts 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 and va...

Page 210: ...more information Chime Level Adjustment The radio is the vehicle chime producer To change the volume level press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio power off The chime volume level will change from the normal level to loud and LOUD will appear on the display To change back to the default or normal setting press and hold pushbutton 6 again The chime level will change from the ...

Page 211: ...ontrol 4 16 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 18 City Driving 4 21 Freeway Driving 4 22 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 23 Highway Hypnosis 4 24 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 24 Winter Driving 4 26 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 30 Towing 4 31 Towing Your Vehicle 4 31 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 31 Loading Your Vehicle 4 33 Towing a Trailer 4 38 Section 4 Driving Y...

Page 212: ...y and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the 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 wit...

Page 213: ...U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if someone plans to drive It is a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general i...

Page 214: ...will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks The law in an increasing number of U S states and throughout Canada sets th...

Page 215: ...t answer What if there is an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There is something else about drinking and driving that many people do not know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the b...

Page 216: ...Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that is only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 1...

Page 217: ...t harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle may have anti lock brakes ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid If your vehicle has anti l...

Page 218: ...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 219: ...ck your first reaction to hit the brake pedal hard and hold it down may be the wrong thing to do Your wheels can stop rolling Once they do the vehicle can not respond to your steering Momentum will carry it in whatever direction it was headed when the wheels stopped rolling That could be off the road into the very thing you were trying to avoid or into traffic If you do not have anti lock use a sq...

Page 220: ...e is in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may re engage the cruise control See Cruise Control Light on page 3 41 The Traction Control System operates in all transaxle shift lever positions But the system can upshift the transaxle only as high as the shi...

Page 221: ...ce or Snow on page 4 30 To turn the system on or off press the TRAC OFF button on the console When you turn the system off a chime will sound and the Traction Control System warning light will come on and stay on If the Traction Control System is limiting wheel spin when you press the button to turn the system off the warning light will come on and the system will turn off right away You can turn ...

Page 222: ...g through a sharp curve Then you suddenly apply the brakes Both control systems steering and braking have to do their work where the tires meet the road Unless you have four wheel anti lock brakes adding the hard braking can demand too much of those places You can lose control The same thing can happen if you are steering through a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate Those two control systems ...

Page 223: ...ut unless you have anti lock not enough to lock your wheels 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 ca...

Page 224: ...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 225: ...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 226: ...u 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 course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be lon...

Page 227: ...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 228: ...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 229: ...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 230: ...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 231: ...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 22 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 232: ...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 233: ...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 234: ... 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 235: ...r 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 You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your ...

Page 236: ...ll 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 26 ...

Page 237: ...smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Keep your traction control system on It improves your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road Even though your vehicle has a traction control system you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 10 Unless you have the anti lock braking system you will want ...

Page 238: ...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 probably stay with your veh...

Page 239: ...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 240: ...g 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 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued the vehicle can overheat That could cause anengine compartment fire or other damage When you are stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Do not spin the whe...

Page 241: ...s behind a motorhome see Recreational Vehicle Towing following 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...

Page 242: ...gned to be towed with all four wheels on the ground If your vehicle must be towed you should use a dolly See Dolly Towing following for more information Dolly Towing Your vehicle can be towed using a dolly To tow your vehicle using a dolly follow these steps 1 Put the front wheels on the dolly 2 Put the vehicle in PARK P 3 Set the parking brake and then remove the key 4 Clamp the steering wheel in...

Page 243: ...h weight it may properly carry the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification label 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 Tire and Lo...

Page 244: ...mation label Example 2 the label is on the inside trunk lid The Tire and Loading Information label also gives you the size and recommended inflation pressure for the factory installed original equipment tires on your vehicle For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 65 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 72 There is also important loading information on the Certification la...

Page 245: ...s 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage loa...

Page 246: ...eight 150 lbs 68 kg 5 750 lbs 340 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Example 2 Example 3 4 36 ...

Page 247: ...includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle If you do have a heavy load spread it out Don t carry more than 167 pounds 75 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...

Page 248: ...ove 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 CAUTION If you do not use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work w...

Page 249: ...adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial polic...

Page 250: ...nter P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehic...

Page 251: ...l hitches or other bumper type hitches to it Use only a frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See Engine Exhaust on page 2 2...

Page 252: ... apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer...

Page 253: ...he trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Gr...

Page 254: ... place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake and then shift to PARK P 5 Release the regular brakes When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you start your engine shift into a gear a...

Page 255: ...engine oil drive belts cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review this information before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operati...

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Page 257: ...sure Cap 5 34 Engine Overheating 5 34 Cooling System 5 37 Power Steering Fluid 5 47 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 48 Brakes 5 50 Battery 5 53 Jump Starting 5 54 Headlamp Aiming 5 60 Bulb Replacement 5 60 Halogen Bulbs 5 60 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 60 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Sidemarker Lamps 5 62 Back Up Lamps 5 63 Replacement Bulbs 5 63 Windshield Wiper Bl...

Page 258: ...Finish Damage 5 99 Underbody Maintenance 5 100 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 100 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 100 Vehicle Identification 5 102 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 102 Service Parts Identification Label 5 102 Electrical System 5 103 Add On Electrical Equipment 5 103 Headlamp Wiring 5 103 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 103 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 103 Fuses and Circuit Br...

Page 259: ... this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 13 Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 56 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record on page 6 15 ...

Page 260: ...ted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon 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 us...

Page 261: ... is certified to meet California Emission Standards see the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction ind...

Page 262: ... methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the ...

Page 263: ... are refueling Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel Turn your vehicle off to refuel The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver s side...

Page 264: ...pen 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 Don t top off or overfill your tank and wait a few seconds after you ve finished pumping before you remove the nozzle Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle...

Page 265: ...ype it may not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 39 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your veh...

Page 266: ...ION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood do the following 1 Pull the handle located inside the vehicle near the parking brake peda...

Page 267: ...en go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release 3 Lift 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 268: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3400 V6 Code E engine you ll see the following 5 12 ...

Page 269: ...gine Coolant Recovery Tank See Cooling System on page 5 37 H Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 47 I Electric Cooling Fan See Cooling Systemon page 5 37 J Engine Oil Fill Cap See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 18 K Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 18 L Bleed Valves underneath engine shield See How to Add Coolant t...

Page 270: ...When you open the hood on the 3800 V6 Code K engine you ll see the following 5 14 ...

Page 271: ...Recovery Tank See Cooling System on page 5 37 H Power Steering Fluid Reservoir low in engine compartment See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 47 I Electric Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page 5 37 J Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 18 K Engine Oil Fill Cap See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 18 L Bleed Valves underneath engine shield See How to...

Page 272: ...When you open the hood on the 3800 V6 Supercharged Code 1 engine you ll see the following 5 16 ...

Page 273: ...olant Recovery Tank See Cooling System on page 5 37 G Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Below Generator See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 47 H Electric Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page 5 37 I Engine Oil Dipstick See Engine Oil on page 5 18 J Engine Oil Fill Cap See Engine Oil on page 5 18 K Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick See Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 5 28 L Brake Fluid Reservoir Se...

Page 274: ...oop See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil dipstick Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level 3400 Cod...

Page 275: ...s and Specifications on page 5 110 Notice Do not add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range in the cros...

Page 276: ...What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things GM6094M Your vehicle s engine requires oil meeting GM Standard GM6094M You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M 5 20 ...

Page 277: ...r and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container Notice Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM Go...

Page 278: ...mes you stop for fuel It is possible that if you are driving under the best conditions the oil life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year However your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset Your dealer has GM trained service people who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system I...

Page 279: ...l be displayed for one second 7 Once the indicator has been reset scroll until EXIT appears on the display 8 Press the TUNE DISP knob to exit programming A chime will be heard to verify the exit 9 Turn the key to OFF If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message comes back on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure Using the Accelerator Pedal 1 Turn the ignitio...

Page 280: ... 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 for help Supercharg...

Page 281: ...unning CAUTION If you remove the supercharger oil fill plug while the engine is hot pressure may cause hot oil to blow out of the oil fill hole You may be burned Do not remove the plug until the engine cools 1 Clean the area around the oil fill plug before removing it 2 Remove the oil fill plug 3 The oil level is correct when it just reaches the bottom of the threads of the inspection hole 4 Repla...

Page 282: ... from the vehicle and lightly shake filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for location of air cleaner filter 1 To check or replace the engine air cleaner filter do the following Loosen the two clips on the top of the engine air cleaner filter housing and lift the filter cover tabs out of the...

Page 283: ...ed Maintenance on page 6 4 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 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filte...

Page 284: ...tion can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick Notice Too much or too little fluid can damage the transaxle Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine or exhaust system parts starting a fire Too ...

Page 285: ...er through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps The transaxle fluid dipstick handle is the black loop near the rear of the engine compartment toward the center See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information ...

Page 286: ...etermine what kind of transaxle fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross hatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 ...

Page 287: ...lant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating or if you need to add coolant to your radiator see Engine Overheating on page 5 34 A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C Protect against rust and corrosio...

Page 288: ...e could 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 DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engin...

Page 289: ...e careful not to spill it If the coolant recovery tank is completely empty add coolant to the radiator See Engine Overheating on page 5 34 CAUTION Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator p...

Page 290: ...ing Message on page 3 45 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode This emergency operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation If an overheated engine condition exists an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a significant loss in power and engine performance The l...

Page 291: ...heated 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 See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode under Engine Overheating on page 5 34 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can b...

Page 292: ...off the road shift to PARK P or NEUTRAL N 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 doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If ...

Page 293: ... decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see A Coolant Recovery Tank B Electric Engine Cooling Fan C Radiator Cap A Coolant Recovery Tank B Electric Engine Cooling Fan C Radiator Pressure Cap 3800 V6 Engine 5 37 ...

Page 294: ...the coolant level is up to the COLD fill level on the side of the coolant recovery tank If it isn t you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Do not touch them If you do you can be burned Do not run the engine if there is a leak If...

Page 295: ...coolant level isn t at the COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant on page 5 31 for more information CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system i...

Page 296: ...ant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the COLD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is co...

Page 297: ...are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap 5 41 ...

Page 298: ...race See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location 1 You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means ther...

Page 299: ...es II V6 engine cover shield to access the bleed valve A Clean the area around the engine oil fill tube and cap before removing Twist the oil fill tube with cap attached counterclockwise and remove it B Lift the engine cover shield at the front slide the catch tab out of the engine bracket and remove the cover shield C Put the oil fill tube with cap attached in the valve cover oil fill hole until ...

Page 300: ...6 engine There are two bleed valves One is located on the thermostat housing The other is located on the thermostat bypass tube 3800 V6 engine There is one bleed valve It is located on the thermostat housing 3400 V6 Bleed Valve 1 3400 V6 Bleed Valve 2 3800 V6 Bleed Valve 5 44 ...

Page 301: ... coolant from the engine and the compartment 7 If you have the 3800 V6 engine replace the 3800 Series II V6 engine cover shield 7 1 Remove the oil fill tube with cap attached from the valve cover 7 2 Insert the catch tab on the cover shield under the bracket on the engine 7 3 Place the hole in the cover shield over the hole in the valve cover Install oil fill tube and cap by twisting clockwise 8 T...

Page 302: ...ant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 12 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrow on the pressure cap lines up like this 13 Check the coolant in the recovery tank The level in the coolant recovery tank should be at the HOT mark when ...

Page 303: ...cap See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for reservoir location 5 47 ...

Page 304: ...en the engine compartment is hot If the fluid is at the ADD mark you should add fluid What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s ...

Page 305: ...er 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 fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it is very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full Do not use engine coolant antifree...

Page 306: ...ngs are put in the fluid level goes back up The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system If it is you should have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then y...

Page 307: ...ir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oi...

Page 308: ...ld result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifi...

Page 309: ...s with a maintenance free ACDelco battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer a...

Page 310: ...t could damage your vehicle Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehic...

Page 311: ...tteries Find the positive and negative terminal locations on each vehicle You will not need to access your battery for jump starting Your vehicle has a remote positive jump starting terminal for that purpose The remote positive terminal is located in the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle next to the upper underhood fuse block See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for...

Page 312: ... water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to p...

Page 313: ...of the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal location of the vehicle with the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 5 57 ...

Page 314: ...al part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine 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 wh...

Page 315: ... or Remote Positive Terminal C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positi...

Page 316: ...hicle to the dealer for service Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulb see Replacement Bulbs on page 5 63 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside 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 ...

Page 317: ... it from the retaining ring by gently pulling it away from the headlamp assembly 7 Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by raising the lock tab and pulling the connector away from the bulb s base 8 Install the electrical connector to the new bulb 9 Install the new bulb by inserting the smallest tab on the bulb base into the matching notch in the retaining ring Turn the bulb a quarter turn...

Page 318: ...s 5 Pull the assembly from the body carefully 6 To remove a socket turn it counterclockwise and pull it out 7 Pull the bulb out Do not twist it 8 Push the new bulb into the socket 9 Push the socket back into the assembly Tighten the socket by turning it clockwise 10 Reinstall the assembly and the two lower wing nuts Make sure that the wires are not pinched between the body of the vehicle and the m...

Page 319: ...t it 6 Push the new bulb into the socket 7 Push the socket back into the assembly Tighten the socket by turning it clockwise 8 Reinstall the assembly with the two screws Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamps Bulb Number Back Up 921 Front Park Turn Signal 3357NAK or 3457NAK Front Sidemarker Lamps 194 Headlamps High Beam 9005 Headlamps Low Beam 9006 Rear Sidemarker Lamps 168 Taillamps Stoplamps Turn Sign...

Page 320: ...move the wiper blades 1 Turn on the wipers to the low wipe setting 2 Turn off the ignition while the wipers are at the outer positions of the wiper pattern The blades are more accessible for removal replacement while in this position 3 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 4 While holding the wiper arm away from the glass push the release clip from under the blade connecting point...

Page 321: ... of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See 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 ...

Page 322: ...Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall The examples below show a typical passenger car tire and a compact spare tire sidewall Passenger Car Tire Example 5 66 ...

Page 323: ... D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer 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 E Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the trea...

Page 324: ...on Number TIN The Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer 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 Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 93 ...

Page 325: ... Association B Tire Width The three digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 70 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 70 as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is...

Page 326: ... a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 72 Curb Weight This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant but without passengers and cargo DOT Markings A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation mot...

Page 327: ...ame molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure and shown on the tire placard See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 72 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 33 ...

Page 328: ...mmended inflation pressure See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 33 Inflation Tire Pressure The tire and loading information label shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 33 for the location of your vehicle s tire and loading informat...

Page 329: ... of one tire The system learns the pressure at each tire throughout the operating speed range of your vehicle The system normally takes between 45 and 90 minutes of driving to learn the tire pressures This time may be longer depending on your individual driving habits Learning need not be accumulated during a single trip Once learned the system will remember the tire pressures until the system is ...

Page 330: ...off 2 Press and hold the TUNE DISP button on the radio for at least five seconds until SETTINGS is displayed 3 Press the SEEK SCAN up or down arrow to scroll through the main menu 4 Scroll until TIRE MON appears on the display 5 Press the 1 PREV or 2 NEXT button to enter the submenu RESET will be displayed 6 Press the TUNE DISP button to reset A chime will be heard to verify the new setting and DO...

Page 331: ... spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loading Information label Reset the Tire Inflation Monitor System See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5 73 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 110 CAUTION Rust or dirt o...

Page 332: ...icle needs look at the tire and loading information label For more information about this label and its location on your vehicle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 33 The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires GM recommends that you get tires with that same TPC Spec number That way...

Page 333: ...s can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United St...

Page 334: ...is tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustai...

Page 335: ...nd of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them 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 replac...

Page 336: ...mount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To ...

Page 337: ...reate a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator ped...

Page 338: ...uld be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite en...

Page 339: ...eed is in the trunk 1 Turn the center nut on the compact spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it Then remove the cover 2 Remove the compact spare tire See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the compact spare tire 5 83 ...

Page 340: ...3 Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise and remove it Then remove the jack and wrench 4 The tools you ll be using include the jack A extension and protector guide B and wheel wrench C 5 84 ...

Page 341: ...cap Removing the Wheel Covers Your vehicle may be equipped with wheel covers To remove the steel wheel covers and wheel nut caps loosen the plastic nut caps with the wheel wrench in a counterclockwise direction If needed you can finish loosening them with your fingers The plastic nut caps will not come off Use the flat end of the wheel wrench and pry along the edge of the cover until it comes off ...

Page 342: ... If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle 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 5 86 ...

Page 343: ...el opening in the cutout of the rocker panel molding The diagram shows you where to place your jack to change a rear tire Use the notch B as a guide when positioning the jack lift head A near the front edge of the rear wheel opening C For jacking at the vehicle s rear location put the jack lift head about 4 inches 10 cm from the front edge of the rear wheel opening in the cutout of the rocker pane...

Page 344: ...ts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off 3 Remove any...

Page 345: ...fall off causing a serious accident 4 Install the compact spare tire 5 Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 6 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 5 89 ...

Page 346: ... Specifications in the Index for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications in the index for the wheel nut torque specification Don t try to put the wheel cover on your ...

Page 347: ...t tire in your trunk Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk When storing a full size tire use the extension and protector guide located in the foam holder to help prevent wheel surface damage To store a full size tire do the following 1 Place the tire in the trunk valve stem facing down with the protector guide through a wheel bolt hole 2 Remove the protector guide and at...

Page 348: ...use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 93 To properly store the compact spare tire do the following 1 When you put the compact spare tire back in the trunk place the protector guide back in the foam holder 2 Put the cover back over the compact spare tire and tighten the center nut A Retainer B Cover C Compact Spare Tire D N...

Page 349: ...essure Monitor System on page 5 73 The system may not work correctly when the compact spare is installed on the vehicle Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again Notice When the compact spare is installed don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The comp...

Page 350: ...hey can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Do not use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic and painted surfaces with a clean damp cloth...

Page 351: ...area with a clean water dampened towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water 2 If a stain remains follow the cleaning instructions describe...

Page 352: ...ng the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones 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 clea...

Page 353: ...olor 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 cleaning...

Page 354: ...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 355: ...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 356: ... on your vehicle This damage can take two forms 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 Ma...

Page 357: ...d protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one easy step no wiping necessary Vehicle Care Appearance Materials cont d Description Usage Wash Wax Concentrate Medium foaming shampoo Cleans and lightly waxes Biodegradable and phosphate free Spot Lifter Quickly and easily removes spots and stains from carpets vinyl and cloth upholstery Odor Eliminator Odorless spray o...

Page 358: ... 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 ll find this label on the inside of your trunk lid It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is your VIN the model designation pain...

Page 359: ...cuit is protected by individual fuses in the underhood fuse block An electrical overload will cause the fuse to blow If this happens have your headlamp system checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a 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 electr...

Page 360: ...en or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating Instrument Panel Fuse Block Driver s Side Some fuses are in a fuse block at the end of the instrument panel on the driver s side of the vehicle Pull off the cover labeled FUSES to expose the fuses Fuses Usage PCM BCM CLSTR Powertrain Control Module Body Control Module Cluster Ignition 0 WSW...

Page 361: ... Column Controls AC CRUISE HVAC Temp Door Motors Module Cruise Control Module A C FAN HVAC Blower STR COL Steering Wheel Lighting Fuses Usage DR LK Body Control Module Door Lock Controls PWR MIR Power Mirrors CLSTR BCM Cluster Body Control Module Data Link Connector Battery LH HTD ST BCM Driver s Heated Seat Body Control Module Battery controlled Loads Circuit Breakers Usage RETAINED ACCESSORY PWR...

Page 362: ...he end of the instrument panel on the passenger s side of the vehicle Pull off the cover labeled FUSES to expose the fuses Fuses Usage RH HTD ST Passenger Heated Seat PWR DROP Accommodated Device B U LP Back Up Lamps DIC RKE Driver Information Center Remote Keyless Entry HVAC 5 106 ...

Page 363: ...utlet Battery C LTR Cigarette Lighter RADIO Radio Radio Amplifier Remote Digital Radio Receiver FRT PARK LP Front Parking Lamps Instrumentation Lighting Relays Usage PARK LP RELAY Parking Lamp Relay BACKUP LP RELAY Back up Lamps Relay BATT RUN DOWN PROTECTION RELAY Battery Run Down Protection Relay REAR DEFOG RELAY Rear Defogger Relay Heated Mirror Relay Breakers Usage PWR SEATS BRKR Power Seat Ci...

Page 364: ...rter Crank Relay HORNS Horn FOG LTS Fog Lamps Fuses Usage LEFT I P Left Fuse Block RT I P 1 Right Fuse Block Battery RT I P 2 Right Fuse Block Battery U HOOD 1 Underhood Top Fuse Block HORN RLY Horn Relay BLANK Blank BLANK Blank FOG RLY Fog Lamps Relay F PMP RLY Fuel Pump Relay DRL EXIT LTS Low Left Front High Left Front Headlamps EXT LTS Low Right Front High Right Front Headlamps PCM PCM Battery ...

Page 365: ...r s Side Relays Usage IGN RELAY Ignition Relay A C CMPR HVAC Compressor Fuses Usage IGN SW Ignition Switch RT I P 3 Rear Defogger Audio System U HOOD 2 Ignition Relay AIR Pump COOLING FANS Cooling fans Battery FAN CONT 2 3 Relays 2 3 FAN CON 1 Cooling Fan Control Relays 1 FUEL INJ Fuel Injectors TRANS SOL Transmission Solenoids A C RLY COIL HVAC Control Relay ENG DEVICES Canister Purge Solenoid Ma...

Page 366: ...placement After Complete Overhaul When draining replacing converter more fluid may be needed 7 4 quarts 10 quarts 7 0 L 9 5 L Cooling System Including Reservoir 3400 Code E V6 3800 Code K V6 3800 Supercharged Code 1 V6 11 3 quarts 11 7 quarts 11 7 quarts 10 7 L 11 0 L 11 0 L Engine Oil with Filter 3400 Code E V6 3800 Code K V6 3800 Supercharged Code 1 V6 4 0 quarts 4 5 quarts 4 5 quarts 3 8 L 4 2 ...

Page 367: ...mmended in this manual See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Pug Gap 3400 LA1 V6 E Automatic 0 060 inches 1 52 mm 3800 L36 V6 K Automatic 0 060 inches 1 52 mm 3800 Supercharged L67 V6 1 Automatic 0 060 inches 1 52 mm 5 111 ...

Page 368: ... NOTES 5 112 ...

Page 369: ... Schedule 6 2 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 14 Maintenance Record 6 15 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Page 370: ... vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition be sure to maintain your vehicle properly Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working cond...

Page 371: ...qualified technician do the work Some maintenance services can be complex So unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment you should have your GM Goodwrench dealer do these jobs When you go to your GM Goodwrench dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM parts If you want to get servi...

Page 372: ... the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil on page 5 18 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system When the change engine oil message appears certain services checks and inspections are required Required services are described in the following for Maintenance I and Maintenance II Generally it is recommended that your first service be Maintenance I y...

Page 373: ...n page 5 65 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling system See footnote c Inspect wiper blades See footnote d Inspect restraint system components See footn...

Page 374: ...00 207 500 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 26 An Emission Control Service Supercharger service if equipped An Emission Control Service See footnotes and l Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter severe service See footnote h Change automatic t...

Page 375: ...e services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded a Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect other brake parts including calipers parking brake etc b Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing p...

Page 376: ...er and not stick or squeak g If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often h Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses s...

Page 377: ...her details Notice It is important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level Failure to keep your engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to your engine not covered by your warranty Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 31 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check ...

Page 378: ...position contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle 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...

Page 379: ...ular 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 380: ...er Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Usage Fluid Lubricant Automatic Transaxle DEXRON III Automatic Transmission Fluid Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Supercharger Supercharger Oil GM Part No U S 12345982 in Canada 10953513 See Supercharger Oil ...

Page 381: ...er Engine Air Cleaner Filter 24508572 A1614C Passenger Compartment Air Filter 10406026 Engine Oil Filter 25010792 PF47 Automatic Transmission Filter 24206433 Spark Plugs 12568387 41 101 Windshield Wiper Blades 12367280 8 2221 Type Shepherd s Hook Length 22 inches 56 0 cm 6 13 ...

Page 382: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 14 ...

Page 383: ...rmed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 in this section Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 9 can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 15 ...

Page 384: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16 ...

Page 385: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17 ...

Page 386: ... NOTES 6 18 ...

Page 387: ... Disabilities 7 6 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 8 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects 7 12 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 12 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 12 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 12 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 13 Section 7 Customer Assista...

Page 388: ...after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 222 1020 In Canada contact GM of Canada 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...

Page 389: ...le Limited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB Auto Line Progra...

Page 390: ...States only Refer to the web for updated information To register your vehicle visit www MyGMLink com United States or My GM Canada within www gmcanada com Canada Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can...

Page 391: ...ance General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 Overseas Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit Mexico Central America and Caribbean Islands Countries Except Puerto...

Page 392: ...am To enhance Chevrolet s strong commitment to customer satisfaction Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center As the owner of a 2004 Chevrolet membership in Roadside Assistance is free Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day 365 days a year by calling 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 This toll free number will provide you over the phone roadside...

Page 393: ...il lease customers operating 2004 and newer Chevrolet vehicles for a period of 3 years 36 000 miles 60 000 km whichever occurs first All Courtesy Care services must be pre arranged by Chevrolet Roadside or dealer service management Basic Care andCourtesy Care are not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet reserves the right to modify or discontin...

Page 394: ...imited Warranty Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required This will reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs Plan Ahead When Possible When your vehicle requires warranty service you should contact your dealer and request an appointment By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer can...

Page 395: ...d you arrange transportation through a friend or relative reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses five day maximum may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained if your vehicle is kept for a warranty r...

Page 396: ...hicle Data Collection and Event Data Records Your vehicle like other modern motor vehicles has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle s performance Your vehicle uses on board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and if so equipped to provide anti lock...

Page 397: ...r as required by law In addition once GM collects or receives data GM may use the data for GM research needs make it available for research where appropriate confidentiality is to be maintained and need is shown or share summary data which is not tied to a specific vehicle with non GM organizations for research purposes Others such as law enforcement may have access to the special equipment that c...

Page 398: ...rtment of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write to Transport Canada 330 S...

Page 399: ...ir service procedures adjustments and specifications for GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases RETAIL SELL PRICE 50 00 Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle In Canada information pertaining to Product Ser...

Page 400: ...ations 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 Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc on the World Wide Web at www helminc com Or you can write to Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 Prices are su...

Page 401: ...Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 96 Anti lock Brake System ABS 4 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 37 Appearance Care 5 94 Care of Safety Belts 5 97 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 100 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 94 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 97 Finish Damage 5 99 Sheet Metal Damage 5 99 Underbody Maintenance 5 100 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 100 Weatherstrips 5 97 A...

Page 402: ...ng 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 9 Break In New Vehicle 2 17 Bulb Replacement 5 60 Back Up Lamps 5 63 Halogen Bulbs 5 60 Headlamp Aiming 5 60 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 60 Replacement Bulbs 5 63 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Sidemarker Lamps 5 62 Buying New Tires 5 76 C California Fuel 5 5 Canada Customer Assistance 7 5 Canadian Owners ii Canadian Roadside Assi...

Page 403: ... Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Chime Level Adjustment 3 96 CHIRP Horn Chirp Timer 2 48 Cigarette Lighter 3 20 Cleaning Inside of Your Vehicle 5 94 Outside of Your Vehicle 5 97 Underbody Maintenance 5 100 Weatherstrips 5 97 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 5 99 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 98 Cleaning Fabric Carpet 5 94 Cleaning Glass Surfaces 5 96 Cleaning Interior Plastic Components 5 96 Cleaning L...

Page 404: ...ervice Publications Ordering Information 7 13 D Daytime Running Lamps Automatic Headlamp System 3 15 Defensive Driving 4 2 Defogging and Defrosting 3 24 Delayed Entry Lighting 3 17 Delayed Exit Lighting 3 18 Delayed Headlamps 3 15 Dinghy Towing 4 32 Disarming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter 2 16 Disarming with Your Key 2 16 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 3 Dolly Towing 4 32 Dome Lamp 3 18...

Page 405: ...and Service Engine Soon Light 3 39 Coolant 5 31 Coolant Heater 2 20 Coolant Temperature Gage 3 38 Drive Belt Routing 6 14 Engine Compartment Overview 5 12 Engine cont Exhaust 2 29 Low Oil Level Message 3 46 Oil 5 18 Overheating 5 34 Starting 2 18 Supercharger Oil 5 24 Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing 4 45 Engine Oil Additives 5 22 Entry Lighting 3 17 Erasing HomeLink Buttons 2 39 Event Data Reco...

Page 406: ... 5 4 Additives 5 6 California Fuel 5 5 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 5 9 Filling Your Tank 5 7 Fuels in Foreign Countries 5 6 Gage 3 43 Gasoline Octane 5 4 Fuel cont Gasoline Specifications 5 5 Low Warning Message 3 50 Fuses Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 104 Windshield Wiper 5 103 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature 3 38 Fuel 3 43 Speedometer 3 32 Tachometer 3 33 Voltmeter Gage 3 35 Garage Door O...

Page 407: ...ant Recovery Tank 5 39 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 5 42 How to Add Fluid 5 30 How to Check 5 28 5 73 How to Check and Add Oil 5 25 How to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 48 How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 26 How to Use This Manual ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 15 Hydroplaning 4 20 I If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5 36 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5 35 If ...

Page 408: ...ck Brake System Warning 3 37 Brake System Warning 3 35 Cruise Control 3 42 Malfunction Indicator 3 39 Oil Pressure Indicator 3 41 Safety Belt Reminder 3 33 TCS Warning Light 3 37 Traction Control System TCS Warning 3 37 Loading Your Vehicle 4 33 Lockout Protection 2 10 Locks Door 2 8 Leaving Your Vehicle 2 10 Lockout Protection 2 10 Power Door 2 9 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 9 Loss of Cont...

Page 409: ...e 2 6 Message Battery Warning 3 45 Center 3 44 Change Engine Oil 3 47 Message cont Door Ajar Warning 3 48 Highbeam Out Warning 3 51 Hot Coolant Temperature Warning 3 45 Low Brake Fluid Warning 3 50 Low Engine Oil Level 3 46 Low Fuel Warning 3 50 Low Oil Pressure 3 46 Low Tire 3 47 Low Washer Fluid Warning 3 49 Security 3 49 Service Traction System Warning 3 44 Service Vehicle Soon 3 51 Traction Ac...

Page 410: ...ices 3 6 Outlet Adjustment 3 26 Outside Convex Mirror 2 34 Heated Mirrors 2 34 Power Mirrors 2 33 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 34 Overseas Customer Assistance 7 5 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 Owners Canadian ii Owner s Information 7 14 P Parade Dimming 3 18 Park P Shifting Out of 2 28 Parking Brake 2 25 Over Things That Burn 2 28 Parking on Hills 4 44 Park P Shifting Into 2 26 Pa...

Page 411: ...3 RDS Messages 3 60 3 71 3 82 Reading Lamps 3 18 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 1 26 Rear Seat Passenger Positions 1 23 Rear Seat Passengers Safety Belts 1 23 Rear Storage Area 2 40 Rear Window Defogger 3 25 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming 2 32 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming with OnStar 2 32 Rearview Mirror with OnStar 2 31 Rearview Mirrors 2 31 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Recommended Fluids and...

Page 412: ...ety Belts 1 23 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out 4 31 Routing Engine Drive Belt 6 14 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 30 S Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 33 Safety Belts Care of 5 97 Driver Position 1 16 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 15 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 1 15 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 26 Rea...

Page 413: ...ls 7 13 Setting Preset Stations 3 58 3 69 3 80 Setting the Time 3 55 Setting the Tone Bass Treble 3 59 3 70 3 81 SETTINGS Display Current Settings 2 43 Sheet Metal Damage 5 99 Shifting Into Park P 2 26 Shifting Out of Park P 2 28 Skidding 4 16 Some Other Rainy Weather Tips 4 20 Special Fabric Cleaning Problems 5 95 Specifications Capacities 5 110 Speedometer 3 32 Split Folding Rear Seat 1 8 Starti...

Page 414: ... 5 73 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 77 Tires cont Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 5 79 Wheel Replacement 5 79 When It Is Time for New Tires 5 76 TIRE MON Tire Inflation Monitor Reset 2 43 To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 2 20 Top Strap 1 38 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 40 Torque Lock 2 27 Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires 4 41 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 31 Towing a Trailer 4 38 Your Vehicle...

Page 415: ...ng Radio Reception 3 93 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 77 United States Customer Assistance 7 5 Used Replacement Wheels 5 80 Using Cleaner on Fabric 5 95 Using HomeLink 2 38 V Vehicle Control 4 6 Customization Settings 3 96 Damage Warnings iv Loading 4 33 Service Soon Message 3 51 Symbols iv Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records 7 10 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 102 Service Parts I...

Page 416: ... When to Add Engine Oil 5 19 When to Change Engine Oil GM Oil Life System 5 22 When to Check 5 24 5 72 When to Check and Change 5 28 When to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 47 When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 26 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 4 44 Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Why Safety Belts Work 1 12 Windows 2 13 Power 2 14 Windshield Washer 3 10 Fluid 5 48 Wi...

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