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A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for
the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes
with surfaces 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.

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Summary of Contents for 2005 Corvette

Page 1: ...ntrols 3 24 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 31 Driver Information Center DIC 3 47 Audio System s 3 76 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 37 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Rear Axle 5 43 Bulb Replacement 5 44 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 48 Tires 5 51 Appearance Care 5 75 Vehicle Identi...

Page 2: ...e right to make changes after that time without further notice For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual Keep this manual the vehicle so it will be there if it is needed when on the road If the vehicle is sold leave this manual in it Litho in U S A Part No 05CORVETTE A First Edition 2004 Ge...

Page 3: ... place to quickly locate information about the vehicle is the Index in the back of the manual It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there...

Page 4: ...TICE warnings in different colors or in different words There are also warning labels on the vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you need help figuring...

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

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...nts and Young Children 1 24 Child Restraint Systems 1 27 Top Strap 1 30 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 31 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 32 Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position 1 35 Airbag System 1 40 Where Are the Airbags 1 42 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 45 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 1 46 How Does an Airbag Restr...

Page 8: ...for the power driver seat is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion Your vehicle may have a passenger power seat Move the front of the control up or down to adjust the front portion of the cushion Move the rear of the control up or down to adjust the rear portion of the cushion Slide the seat control forward or rearward to move the entire seat forward or rearward Your preferred seat posi...

Page 9: ...switch A to adjust support in the seatback Press the switch forward to increase support Press the switch rearward to decrease support Use the horizontal switch B to adjust the side bolsters Pull up the switch to move the wings of the seatback in closer to your body Push down the switch to move the wings away from your body Keep in mind that as your seating position changes as it may during long tr...

Page 10: ...e top of the button will indicate which setting it is in Press the bottom of the button to turn the system off The heated seats can only be used when the ignition is on When the vehicle is off the heated seats will turn off Reclining Seatbacks The lever for the reclining seatback is located on the outboard side of each seat To adjust the seatback lean slightly forward to lift your weight off the s...

Page 11: ...b because it will not be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can not 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...

Page 12: ... The seatback will lock down in this position To unlock lift up on the latch and push the seatback rearward When you return the seatback to its original position make sure the seatback is locked in place CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is loc...

Page 13: ...ehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passenger s belt is fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed...

Page 14: ...hes 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 people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work Whe...

Page 15: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 9 ...

Page 16: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 10 ...

Page 17: ...pside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every airbag system eve...

Page 18: ...rt is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 1 21 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 24 Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you will want to know which restraint systems your vehi...

Page 19: ...ate 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 20 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle...

Page 20: ...under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor 1 14 ...

Page 21: ...oo loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 15 ...

Page 22: ...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 16 ...

Page 23: ...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 are not as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 17 ...

Page 24: ... across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 18 ...

Page 25: ...t women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in ...

Page 26: ...w parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 52 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will order you an extender It is free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avo...

Page 27: ...traint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle ...

Page 28: ...belt must be used by only one person at a time Q What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but 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 belts provide 1 22 ...

Page 29: ...the belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries 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 1 23 ...

Page 30: ...hildren ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints Young children should not use the vehicle s adult safety belts alone unless there is no other choice 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 does not weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy ...

Page 31: ...ent 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 types of child restraints ther...

Page 32: ... 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 33: ... 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 27 ...

Page 34: ...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 28 ...

Page 35: ...and a crotch 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 wi...

Page 36: ...ild restraint in the passenger seat position 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 strap or top tether which can help hold the child restraint during a crash For it to work a top...

Page 37: ...estraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether strap A Lower Anchorage B Lower Anchorage C Top Tether A Lower Anchorage B Lower Anchorage In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint designed for that system To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system each seating po...

Page 38: ...the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Your vehicle has airbags There is an airbag off switch in the glove box you can use to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag and side impact airbag if equipped See ...

Page 39: ... side impact airbag if equipped have been turned off CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the airbag off switch is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag and side impact airbag if equipped no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off We recommend that rear facing child restraints ...

Page 40: ...ons that come with the restraint say that the top strap must be anchored 1 Your vehicle has airbags See Airbag Off Switch on page 1 48 If your child restraint is forward facing always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing it in this seat See Manual Seats on page 1 2 or Six Way Power Seats on page 1 2 Never use a rear facing child restraint in this seat unless the airbag is off 2 ...

Page 41: ... an airbag will not be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Do not turn off the passenger s frontal airbag and side impact airbag if equipped unless the person sitting there is in a risk group See Airbag Off Switch on page 1 48 for more on this including important safety information Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position Your vehicle has airbags There is an ...

Page 42: ... side impact airbag if equipped have been turned off CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the airbag off switch is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag and side impact airbag if equipped no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off We recommend that rear facing child restraints ...

Page 43: ... your vehicle Do not secure a child seat in your vehicle if a national or local law requires that the top strap be anchored or if the instructions that come with the restraint say that the top strap must be anchored If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that ca...

Page 44: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 38 ...

Page 45: ... Turn on the passenger s airbag or airbags when you remove the child restraint from the vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger airbag risk group See Airbag Off Switch on page 1 48 CAUTION If the passenger s frontal airbag and side impact airbag if equipped are turned off for a person who is not in a risk group identified by the national government that perso...

Page 46: ...ide the vehicle or being ejected from it Airbags are designed to work with safety belts but do not replace them CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Frontal airbags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to deploy only in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And for s...

Page 47: ...taining control of the vehicle Front occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them You...

Page 48: ...irbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 34 for more information Where Are the Airbags The driver s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 42 ...

Page 49: ...e passenger s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side If your vehicle has a side impact airbag for the driver it is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door 1 43 ...

Page 50: ...e airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering Do not let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact airbag 1 44 ...

Page 51: ...object does not deform If the vehicle hits a narrow object like a pole the airbag could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a wide object like a wall If the vehicle goes into an object at an angle the airbag could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle goes straight into the object The frontal airbags driver and passenger are not intended to inflate during v...

Page 52: ...ntal airbag A side impact airbag would not help you in many types of collisions including frontal or near frontal collisions rollovers and rear impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward a side airbag Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions for frontal airbags and on...

Page 53: ...hem the airbag system will not be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash See Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders on page 7 9 Let only ...

Page 54: ...ate a rear facing infant seat or the infant has a medical condition which according to the infant s physician makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child s condition Child age 1 to 12 A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat because my vehicle has no rear seat although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear seat s whenever ...

Page 55: ...ssenger s frontal airbag and side impact airbag if equipped are turned off for a person who is not in a risk group identified by the national government that person will not have the extra protection of an airbag In a crash an airbag will not be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Do not turn off the passenger s frontal airbag and side impact airbag if equipped unless the per...

Page 56: ...rbags are off The light will stay lit to remind you that the airbag or airbags are off The passenger s airbag or airbags will remain off until you turn the switch to the on position To turn the passenger s airbag or airbags back on insert your vehicle key into the switch push in and move the switch to the on position United States Canada 1 50 ...

Page 57: ...yellow tape or yellow connectors They are probably part of the airbag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retract...

Page 58: ...have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision If an airbag inflates you will need to replace airbag system parts See the part on the airbag system earlier in this section If the frontal airbags inflate you will also need to replace the driver s and right front ...

Page 59: ...er Competitive Driving 2 22 Engine Coolant Heater 2 23 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 24 Manual Transmission Operation 2 26 Parking Brake 2 29 Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transmission 2 29 Shifting Out of Park P Automatic Transmission 2 31 Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmission 2 31 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 32 Engine Exhaust 2 32 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked Automatic T...

Page 60: ...Area 2 46 Floor Mats 2 46 Rear Storage Area 2 47 Convenience Net 2 49 Cargo Cover 2 49 Roof Panel 2 50 Removing the Roof Panel 2 50 Storing the Roof Panel 2 53 Installing the Roof Panel 2 54 Convertible Top 2 55 Convertible Top Manual 2 55 Convertible Top Power 2 62 Vehicle Personalization 2 66 Memory 2 66 Section 2 Features and Controls 2 2 ...

Page 61: ... dangerous if the keyless access transmitter is also left in the vehicle A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Do not leave the keyless access transmitter in a vehicle with children 2 3 ...

Page 62: ...Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 Keyless Access System Your vehicle has a Keyless Access System that 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 harmful interference and 2...

Page 63: ...such as a cellular phone or lap top computer is not causing interference If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Keyless Access System Operation Your vehicle has a keyless access system that allows you to lock and unlock your doors unlock your hatch trunk lid and disarm or arm your theft deterrent system The range distance is as much as 100 feet 30 m aw...

Page 64: ... Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each keyless access transmitter is coded to allow only transmitters programmed to your vehicle to work If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your GM dealer Your GM dealer can reprogram your vehicle so lost or stolen transmitters no longer work with your vehicle Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmi...

Page 65: ...r standard requires Canadian owners to see their GM dealer for matching new transmitters when a recognized transmitter is not available United States owners are permitted to match a new transmitter to their vehicle when a recognized transmitter is not available The procedure will require three ten minutes cycles to complete the matching process Do the following 1 The vehicle must be off 2 Place th...

Page 66: ... a time 12 The DIC will display OFF ACCESSORY TO LEARN again 13 Press the ACC button ignition switch 14 The DIC will read WAIT 10 MINUTES and will count down to zero one minute at a time 15 A beep will sound and the DIC will read READY FOR FOB 1 At this time all previously known transmitters have been erased 16 Once the transmitter is recognized and programmed a beep will sound and the DIC will di...

Page 67: ...ion press the break pedal and the START button or if your vehicle has a manual transmission press the clutch and the START button Although this will start the vehicle it is recommended that you replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible The DIC may display FOB BATTERY LOW Notice When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to thes...

Page 68: ...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 your vehicle From the outside press the lock or unlock button on the keyless access transmitter When you have the transmitter with you you may also unlock and open the door by squeezing the door handle sensor You do not ...

Page 69: ...en You will hear a tone when the button is pressed If power to the vehicle or the keyless access transmitter is lost there are two ways to open the door From inside the vehicle use the door release handle located on the floor next to each seat Pull the handle up to unlock and unlatch the door 2 11 ...

Page 70: ...the tab to unlock and unlatch the driver s door See Hatch Trunk on page 2 14 for information on opening the trunk during a loss of power Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the door panels K Unlock Press this part of the switch to unlock the doors Q Lock Press this part of the switch to lock the doors 2 12 ...

Page 71: ...hen your foot is removed from the brake or the vehicle speed becomes faster than 8 mph 13 km h Programmable Automatic Door Unlock Your vehicle is programmed so that when the shift lever is moved into PARK P for automatic transmission vehicles or when the ignition is turned off or is in Retained Accessory Power RAP for manual transmission vehicles both doors will unlock With the vehicle stopped and...

Page 72: ... to the glass the defogger or the weather stripping Be sure objects will fit in the hatch trunk area before closing the hatch trunk lid When closing the hatch trunk lid gently pull down from the center Notice Do not store heavy or sharp objects in the rear storage compartments located in the hatch trunk area If you do the objects could damage the underbody Hatch Trunk Lid Release There are several...

Page 73: ...open the trunk See Emergency Trunk Release Handle following Emergency Trunk Release Handle Convertible Only Notice Using the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk may damage it Use the emergency trunk release handle only to help you open the trunk lid There is a glow in the dark emergency trunk release handle located on the rear wall of the t...

Page 74: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 16 ...

Page 75: ...on until the system is initialized Once power is restored do the following 1 Close the door 2 Raise the window by pulling up the switch 3 Hold the up switch for three seconds after the window is closed Release the switch 4 Hold the up switch again for three seconds and release Express Down Window This feature is on both power windows Press the front of the switch to the second position to activate...

Page 76: ...stem With this system the security light will flash when the door is open and locked with the power door lock switch If this light is on continuously while the engine is running your vehicle needs service Arming the System Use one of the three following items listed here to arm the system Press the lock button on the keyless access transmitter Open the door Lock the door with the power door lock s...

Page 77: ...ive check to see if the horn works If not check the horn fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 87 If the horn works but the alarm doesn t go off see your dealer Disarming the System Always use your keyless access transmitter to unlock a door either by pressing the unlock button on the transmitter or by squeezing the door handle sensor while you have the transmitter with you Unlocking a doo...

Page 78: ...ion to start the engine The keyless access transmitter must be in the vehicle for the ignition to work 9 ACC OFF ACCESSORY When the engine is on or in accessory mode press this button to turn the engine off and place the vehicle in RAP See Retained Accessory Power RAP later for more information When the engine is off press this button to place the vehicle in accessory mode ACCESSORY MODE ON will d...

Page 79: ...ft to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped 1 For an automatic transmission with your foot on the brake pedal press the START button For a manual transmission while pressing in the clutch press the START button When the engine begins cranking let go of the button The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm If the battery in the keyless access transmitter is weak the DIC will display FO...

Page 80: ...re using your vehicle for racing or other competitive driving Notice If you use your vehicle for racing or other competitive driving the engine may use more oil than it would with normal use Low oil levels can damage the engine Be sure to check the oil level often during racing or other competitive driving and keep the level at or near 1 quart 1 L above the upper mark that shows the proper operati...

Page 81: ...ION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and ...

Page 82: ... 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 on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transmission on pa...

Page 83: ... this position your engine does not connect with the wheels To restart when you are 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 move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Do not ...

Page 84: ...vehicle is going slowly enough Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission If you are stuck do not spin the tires When stopping on a hill use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place Maximum engine speed is limited to protect driveline components from improper operation Manual Transmission Operation This is the...

Page 85: ...try to shift into REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving faster than 3 mph 5 km h If you have turned your ignition off the shifter must be shifted to REVERSE R enabling the vehicle to be turned off Otherwise the vehicle will remain in accessory mode Shift Speeds Manual Transmission CAUTION If you skip a gear when you downshift you could lose control of your vehicle You could injure yourself or oth...

Page 86: ...the gear shown below at a speed greater than shown in the table FIRST 1 50 mph 80 km h SECOND 2 74 mph 119 km h THIRD 3 101 mph 163 km h FOURTH 4 130 mph 209 km h Notice If you skip more than one gear when you downshift or if you race the engine when you release the clutch pedal while downshifting you could damage the engine clutch driveshaft or the transmission Do not skip gears or race the engin...

Page 87: ...rking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transmission 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 If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle wi...

Page 88: ...without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock Automatic Transmission If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is calle...

Page 89: ...the vehicle in accessory mode 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the engine and then shift to the drive gear you want 5 Have your vehicle inspected by your dealer as soon as possible Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmission Before you get out of your vehicle move the shift lever into REVERSE R and firmly apply the parking brake Once the shift lever has ...

Page 90: ...nconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming...

Page 91: ... can come in easily NEVER park in a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 27 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 runnin...

Page 92: ...The mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps behind you A time delay feature prevents rapid changing from the day to night positions while driving under lights and through traffic P On Off The automatic dimming feature is automatically activated when the vehicle is started The automatic dimming feature is turned on or off by pressing this button located on the lower part of the ...

Page 93: ...If the mirror is not adjusted for compass variance your compass could give false readings The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight Under certain circumstances such as a long distance cross country trip it will be necessary to adjust the compass variance To adjust for compass...

Page 94: ...to indicate the automatic dimming is on Press the on off button for about six seconds to manually turn the automatic dimming function on or off Compass Display Press the on off button located to the far left briefly to turn the compass display on or off If the display reads CAL the compass needs to be calibrated For more information see Compass Calibration later in this section To adjust between F...

Page 95: ... distance cross country trip it will also be necessary to adjust for compass variance To adjust for compass variance do the following 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 2 Press and hold the on off button until a Z and a zone number appears in the display The compass is now in zone mode 3 Keep pressing the on off button until the desired zone number appe...

Page 96: ... mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Outside Power Heated Mirrors The controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver s door Move the top ...

Page 97: ...ing Mirror If your vehicle has this feature the driver s side outside mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you This feature is controlled by the on and off setting on the inside mirror Outside Convex Mirror CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your rig...

Page 98: ...eek Terms and conditions of the Subscription Service Agreement can be found at www onstar com or www onstarcanada com OnStar Services For new vehicles equipped with OnStar the Safe and Sound Plan is included for the first year You can extend this plan beyond the first year or upgrade to the Directions and Connections Plan to meet your needs For more information press the OnStar button to speak wit...

Page 99: ...to access up to date weather and traffic reports for your area news and sports updates stock quotes entertainment and more You are also able to listen and reply to your E mail through your vehicle s audio system Customize your information profile at www myonstar com See the OnStar user s guide for more information HomeLink Transmitter If your vehicle has this feature the control buttons are locate...

Page 100: ... use the HomeLink Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 If you have a newer garage door opener with rolling codes please be sure to follow Steps 6 through 8 to complete the programming of your HomeLink Transmitter Read the instructions completely before attempting to progra...

Page 101: ...t release the buttons until Step 4 has been completed Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to substitute Step 3 with the procedure noted in Gate Operator and Canadian Programming later in this section 4 The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly after HomeLink successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand held transmitter Release both buttons 5 P...

Page 102: ...s programming 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 ga...

Page 103: ...can be reprogrammed See Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button following this section Reprogramming a 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 wit...

Page 104: ...o not leave the key in the lock or it could be damaged when the driver sits down Floor Mats The floor mats are specially designed to remain in position under your feet and out of reach of the accelerator pedal The driver s side floor mat is held in place by two locator hooks and the passenger s side is held in place by one Be sure that the driver s side floor mat is properly placed on the floor so...

Page 105: ...ld damage the underbody Rear Trunk Partition For vehicles equipped with the power convertible top option only there is a trunk partition to keep cargo from getting in the way of the convertible top The trunk partition must be in place for the top to move Your vehicle has an indicator that will not allow you to remove the convertible top if the trunk partition is not properly in place The trunk par...

Page 106: ...k partition secure the partition onto the retainers located on the floor of the trunk towards the front of the compartment Then pull the divider up and then snap the divider onto the snaps on either side of the trunk 2 48 ...

Page 107: ...ompartments when you are not using it Cargo Cover If your vehicle has this feature the security shade can provide hidden storage in the rear area of the vehicle The shade is also helpful in blocking the glare from the removable roof when it is stored in the rear compartment Using the Cargo Cover 1 Hook the elastic loops on the front corners A of the shade to the T nuts located on the front corners...

Page 108: ... Removing the Roof Panel CAUTION Do not try to remove a roof panel while the vehicle is moving Trying to remove the roof panel while the vehicle is moving could cause an accident The panel could fall into the vehicle and cause you to lose control or it could fly off and strike another vehicle You or others could be injured Remove the roof panel only when the vehicle is parked Until you are sure yo...

Page 109: ...ift a manual transmission into NEUTRAL 2 Make sure the ignition is OFF 3 Lower both sun visors 4 Open the rear hatch and remove any items that may interfere with proper storage of the roof panel 5 Lower the windows There are two release latches on the front of the roof panel and one rear release latch on the back of the roof panel 6 To unlock the release latches on the front of the roof panel gras...

Page 110: ... of the release handle A with your thumb Pull down the latch lever with your fingers 8 Stand on one side of the vehicle and if necessary have someone stand on the other side Together carefully lift the front edge of the roof panel up and forward 9 When the roof panel is loosened from the vehicle one person should grasp the roof panel as close to the center as possible and lift it away from the veh...

Page 111: ...anel on its edges the roof panel paint and or weatherstripping may be damaged Always place the roof panel in the stowage receivers after removing it from the vehicle 1 Turn the roof panel so that the front edge of the panel is facing the storage area 2 Insert the roof panel so that the outside front edges line up between the receiver covers Push forward on the roof panel until it stops 3 Gently pl...

Page 112: ...e and set the parking brake Shift an automatic transmission into PARK P Shift a manual transmission into NEUTRAL 2 Check that the front release latches and the rear release latch on the vehicle s roof opening are in their opened positions before attempting to install the roof panel 3 If the roof panel is stored in the rear storage area of the vehicle grasp the rear edge of the roof panel with both...

Page 113: ... up and down and side to side to ensure the roof panel is securely installed Convertible Top Convertible Top Manual For care and cleaning of the convertible top see Convertible Top on page 5 81 under Service and Appearance Care High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle If the vehicle has this feature the following procedures explain the proper operation of the manual convertibl...

Page 114: ...wering the convertible top Notice Lowering the top if it is damp wet or dirty can cause stains mildew and damage to the inside of your vehicle Dry off the top before lowering it Notice If you lower the top on your vehicle in cold weather 0 F 18 C or lower you may damage top components Do not lower the convertible top in cold weather Notice If you raise or lower the convertible top while the vehicl...

Page 115: ...r storage area is in the fastened upright position 4 The convertible top front latch located above the inside rearview mirror must be unlocked Pull the convertible top front latch down and turn it clockwise to unlock it 5 Lift upward on the front edge A of the convertible top off of the windshield frame Then lift upward on the rear edge B of the convertible top so it is vertical to the tonneau cov...

Page 116: ... vehicle has lost battery power the tonneau cover C can still be opened using the manual release cable The cable is located underneath the carpeting behind the passenger seat in the center of the vehicle When using the manual release first open the doors to prevent damage to the seals To access the cable lift and pull back the carpeting Then pull the cable to release the tonneau cover Notice If yo...

Page 117: ...oved to its full down position 8 Then move the top rearward to its fully stored position 9 After the top is stored apply one even push on the center of the front edge A of the convertible top to assure that the top is fully retracted 10 Close the tonneau cover B by pressing down on it with a swift firm motion 2 59 ...

Page 118: ...ase button or use the manual release cable if battery power has been lost See step six under Lowering the Manual Convertible Top earlier in this section After pressing the release button the driver and passenger door glass should retract to the full down position if they have not already been lowered 5 Lift the tonneau cover 6 Pull the convertible top up by firmly gripping the front edge A near th...

Page 119: ... the convertible top by first slightly pushing the front edge A of the convertible top forward 10 Push the front edge A of the convertible top down from the outside of the vehicle or pull the front edge A of the convertible top down from the center pull down handle located in the inside of the vehicle 11 Pull the top front latch handle down and turn it counterclockwise to lock the convertible top ...

Page 120: ...ty can cause stains mildew and damage to the inside of your vehicle Dry off the top before lowering it Notice If you lower the top on your vehicle in cold weather 0 F 18 C or lower you may damage top components Do not lower the convertible top in cold weather Notice If you raise or lower the convertible top while the vehicle is in motion you could damage the top or the top mechanism The repairs wo...

Page 121: ...river s door The windows will automatically lower 4 Push and hold the bottom of the power convertible top button located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel The windows will automatically lower and the convertible top will lower into the rear of the vehicle A chime will sound when the convertible top has lowered completely If the radio is on the sound may be muted for a brief...

Page 122: ...icle off 1 Park on a level surface and set the parking brake the vehicle must be running or in ACC Shift an automatic transmission into PARK P Shift a manual transmission into NEUTRAL 2 Make sure the trunk lid is closed and the trunk partition in the rear storage area is in the fastened upright position and that no objects are forward of the divider 3 Push and hold the top of the power convertible...

Page 123: ...s will allow you to manually raise the convertible top 4 Then follow the steps under raising the manual convertible top See Convertible Top Manual under Convertible Top Manual on page 2 55 or Convertible Top Power on page 2 62 When power is restored to the vehicle the hydraulic bolt must be tightened by turning it clockwise The power convertible top button can then be used to lower or raise the co...

Page 124: ...lescopic steering column position can be programmed by repeating the above steps and pressing button 2 for driver 2 To recall a memory position do one of the following If you have an automatic transmission vehicle press and release the desired button 1 or 2 while the vehicle is in PARK P A single beep will sound and the memory position will be recalled after a brief delay If the vehicle is not in ...

Page 125: ...tion the seat and the telescopic steering column position to a comfortable exit position 3 Press and hold the exit button until two beeps sound Your exit position is now programmed A second exit position can be programmed by repeating the above steps and pressing the other memory button To recall an exit position do one of the following If you have an automatic transmission vehicle press and relea...

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Page 127: ...g Lamps 3 18 Battery Run Down Protection 3 19 Head Up Display HUD 3 19 Accessory Power Outlets 3 23 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter 3 24 Climate Controls 3 24 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 3 24 Outlet Adjustment 3 29 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3 30 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 31 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 32 Speedometer and Odometer 3 33 Tachometer 3 33 Safety Belt Reminder ...

Page 128: ...C Controls and Displays 3 48 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 53 Other Messages 3 66 DIC Vehicle Personalization 3 67 Audio System s 3 76 Setting the Time 3 76 Radio with CD 3 76 Navigation Radio System 3 94 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 94 Radio Reception 3 95 Care of Your CDs 3 95 Care of Your CD Player 3 95 Diversity Antenna System 3 95 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 95 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3...

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Page 130: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 131: ...ning Flasher Button See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3 6 J Audio System See Audio System s on page 3 76 K Climate Controls See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 3 24 L Fuel Door Release Button See Filling Your Tank on page 5 7 Hatch Trunk Release Button See Hatch Trunk Lid Release under Hatch Trunk on page 2 14 M Instrument Panel Brightness Control See Instrument Panel Brightness on...

Page 132: ...lamps will flash on and off The hazard warning flasher button is located near the center of the instrument panel Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what mode the ignition is in even if the ignition is turned off 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 si...

Page 133: ...nd release the lever to lock the wheel in place Telescopic Steering Column If your vehicle has this feature the telescopic steering column will allow you to adjust the distance the steering wheel is from the instrument panel The telescopic steering column switch is located on the right side of the steering column To operate the telescopic steering column push the switch forward and the wheel will ...

Page 134: ...ow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the multifunction lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Release the lever and the turn signal will aut...

Page 135: ...on To change the headlamps from high to low pull the lever rearward Flash to Pass To use the flash to pass feature momentarily pull the turn signal lever toward you The high beam indicator will flash to indicate to the other driver that you intend to pass If the low beam headlamps are off and you have the optional fog lamps on the fog lamps will flash Windshield Wipers Use the lever located on the...

Page 136: ...em If the wiper blades are frozen to the windshield carefully loosen them or warm the windshield before turning the wipers on If your blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or blade inserts Windshield Washer The lever on the right side of the steering column also controls the windshield washer There is a button at the end of the lever To spray washer fluid on the windshield press the butt...

Page 137: ...e is set or if the master cylinder brake fluid level is low If you apply your brakes the cruise control will shut off CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed So do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spin...

Page 138: ...e cruise symbol on the instrument panel will illuminate when the cruise control is engaged Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course disengages the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch briefly from on to resume accelerate You l...

Page 139: ... 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 control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep ...

Page 140: ...and off depending on how much light is available outside the vehicle To override AUTO mode turn the control to off To reset to AUTO mode turn the control to exterior lamps and then back to AUTO Automatic mode will also reset when your vehicle is turned off and then back on again when the control is left in the AUTO position Parking Lamp Turning the band to this position turns on the parking lamps ...

Page 141: ...he ignition off Daytime Running Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system will make...

Page 142: ...turning on the exterior lamps is recommended Turning the exterior lamp control to off a second time or turning on the headlamps will remove the HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message If the parking lamps or the fog lamps were turned on instead the HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message will continue to be displayed As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it Fog Lamps Use fog lam...

Page 143: ... your instrument panel brightness control is in full bright position See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 18 You can idle the vehicle with the lamps off even when it is dark outside After starting the vehicle turn the exterior lamp control band on the multifunction lever to off and then release it The lamps will remain off until you turn the control band to off again Twilight Sentinel also pr...

Page 144: ...nstrument panel brightness and at night will adjust all interior lighting Be sure not to have this knob turned all the way down with the lamps on during the day Your Driver Information Center DIC may not be visible Courtesy Lamps When any door or the hatch trunk lid is opened the interior lamps will go on unless it is bright outside You can also turn the courtesy lamps on and off by pressing the i...

Page 145: ...iver information that appears on your instrument panel cluster The information may be displayed in English or metric units and appears as an image focused out toward the front of your vehicle The HUD consists of the following information Speedometer Turn Signal Indicators High Beam Indicator Symbol Tachometer Oil and Temperature Gages Shift Light Performance SHIFT Light This light is used for perf...

Page 146: ...near tachometer When you have chosen the desired HUD display release the MODE button Within each mode the display can be further customized by pressing the PAGE button Pressing this button in each mode will turn off and on the following Street Mode No tachometer circular tachometer and linear tachometer Track Modes 1 and 2 No minor gage coolant temperature transmission oil temperature engine oil t...

Page 147: ...teering wheel To adjust the HUD so you can see it properly do the following 1 Start your engine and press the HUD dimmer control all the way up by pressing the button The brightness of the HUD image is determined by the light conditions in the direction your vehicle is facing and where you have the HUD dimmer control set If you are facing a dark object or a heavily shaded area your HUD may anticip...

Page 148: ...h or Metric units To change the language and unit selections see OPTION under DIC Controls and Displays on page 3 48 Clean the inside of the windshield as needed to remove any dirt or film that reduces the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image To clean the HUD spray household glass cleaner on a soft clean cloth Wipe the HUD lens gently then dry it Do not spray cleaner directly on the lens because ...

Page 149: ...outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets Notice Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment When adding el...

Page 150: ...igarette lighter in while it is heating will not allow the lighter to back away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from overheating may occur to the lighter or heating element or a fuse could be blown Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating Do not use anything other than the cigarette lighter in the heating element Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System W...

Page 151: ...arms up to maintain the chosen temperature setting The length of time needed for warm up will depend on the outside temperature and the length of time that has elapsed since your vehicle was last driven 3 Wait for the system to regulate This may take from 10 to 30 minutes Then adjust the temperature if necessary Do not cover the solar sensor located in the center of the instrument panel near the w...

Page 152: ...later in this section x 9 w Fan Press the button with the fan symbol to manually increase or decrease the fan speed Keep pressing the up or down arrow on this switch until the desired fan speed appears on the display Pressing the arrows will delete AUTO from the digital display The fan graphics with the fan speed bars will be shown To increase the fan speed so that more air flows into the vehicle ...

Page 153: ...de 2 Select recirculation mode 3 Select the A C on 4 Select the coolest temperature 5 Select the highest fan speed Using these settings together for long periods of time may cause the air inside of your vehicle to become too dry To prevent this from happening after the air in your vehicle has cooled turn the recirculation mode off The air conditioning system removes moisture from the air so you ma...

Page 154: ...fogging on the inside of the windows in modes other than floor defog and defrost make sure the air conditioning compressor is on and recirculation mode is off Press the mode button until the defog mode appears on the display Floor Defog This mode directs the air equally between the windshield and the floor outlets with a small amount to the side window outlets When you select this mode the system ...

Page 155: ... the surface of the mirrors when the rear window defog button is pressed If your vehicle is equipped with the power convertible top the rear window defogger and heated mirrors are automatically disabled when the power convertible top is moving or down Notice Don t use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn t be cove...

Page 156: ...rtment air filter is located on the passenger side of the engine compartment near the battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 To check or replace the air filter do the following 1 Disengage the passenger compartment air filter housing cover retainer clips 1 2 Remove the passenger compartment air filter housing cover 3 Remove the passenger compartment air filter from the housing 4 Inse...

Page 157: ...o let you know they are working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there is 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 ...

Page 158: ...e how the vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going about how much fuel you have left and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically The instrument panel cluster indicator warning lights gages and DIC messages are explained on the following pages United States shown Canada similar 3 32 ...

Page 159: ... in thousands of revolutions per minute rpm Notice Fuel will shut off at about 6600 rpm If you continue to drive your vehicle at the fuel shut off rpm you could damage your engine Be sure to operate your vehicle below the fuel shut off rpm or reduce your rpm quickly when the fuel shuts off Safety Belt Reminder Light When the ignition is turned on a chime will be provided for several seconds to rem...

Page 160: ...he airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the airbag system may not be working properly The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a cr...

Page 161: ...adian Light B United States Light CAUTION If the passenger s frontal airbag and side impact airbag if equipped are turned off for a person who is not in a risk group identified by the national government that person will not have the extra protection of an airbag In a crash an airbag will not be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Do not turn off the passenger s frontal airba...

Page 162: ...a rear facing child restraint in your vehicle until you have your vehicle serviced See Airbag Off Switch on page 1 48 Voltmeter Gage The voltmeter shows the voltage output of your battery When the engine is running it shows the voltage output of the charging system The reading will change as the rate of charge changes with engine speed for example but if the voltmeter reads at 9 volts or below you...

Page 163: ...amage the transmission Shift only from FIRST 1 to FOURTH 4 when the light comes on This light will come on when The engine coolant temperature is higher than 169 F 76 C you are going 15 to 19 mph 24 to 31 km h and you are 21 percent throttle or less Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part is not working the other part can still work an...

Page 164: ... stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system the light will come on when your engine is started and may stay on for several seconds That is normal If the light stays on turn the ignition off Or if the light comes on when you are driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to res...

Page 165: ...Active Handling System Light The Active Handling System light will come on briefly as you start the engine If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem This light will also come on when the ACTIVE HANDLING CALIBRATING message is displayed in the Driver Information Center DIC If the light stays on or comes on while you are driving a chime so...

Page 166: ... and the Traction Control System are off pressing the console button momentarily will turn both systems on The DIC will display the TRACTION SYSTEM AND ACTIVE HANDLING ON message the instrument cluster light will be off and a chime will sound See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 53 for more information Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage po...

Page 167: ...tem before any problem is apparent This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Notice If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after awhile your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead ...

Page 168: ... so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the engine off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You also may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by...

Page 169: ...n and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the CHECK ENGINE light is on or no...

Page 170: ...inspection for lack of OBD system readiness your GM dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection Engine Oil Pressure Gage The engine oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi pounds per square inch or kPa kilopascals when the engine is running Oil pressure should be 20 to 80 psi 140 to 550 kPa In certain situations such as long extended idles on hot days it could read as low as 6 psi...

Page 171: ...on 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 Security Light For information regarding this light see Theft Deterrent Systems on page 2 18 Fog Lamp Light The fog lamps light will come on when the fog lamps...

Page 172: ... you about how much fuel you have left when the engine is on When the needle approaches the low fuel symbol a chime will sound and LOW FUEL will appear on the Driver Information Center DIC display At this time you still have a little fuel left but you should get more soon Press the RESET button to acknowledge a DIC message s Pressing the RESET button will also turn off a DIC message but the LOW FU...

Page 173: ... Driver Information Center DIC The Driver Information Center DIC gives you the status of many of your vehicle s systems It is also used to display driver personalization features and warning status messages The DIC display is located on the instrument panel cluster below the speedometer and tachometer directly above the steering column The DIC buttons are located on the instrument panel to the rig...

Page 174: ...t temperature automatic transmission fluid temperature if equipped battery voltage and front rear tire pressures TRIP Press this button to display your total and trip miles the elapsed time function your average speed and the engine oil life OPTION Press this button to choose personal options that are available on your vehicle depending on the options your vehicle is equipped with such as door loc...

Page 175: ...Instantaneous fuel economy reflects only the fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and will change frequently as driving conditions change Unlike average fuel economy this menu item cannot be reset Press the fuel button again to display instantaneous fuel economy such as INSTANT FUEL ECONOMY 20 1 MPG or INSTANT FUEL ECONOMY 5 3 L 100 km Fuel Range The range calculates the remaining distance ...

Page 176: ...emperature Press the gages button again to display the coolant temperature such as COOLANT TEMPERATURE 123 F or COOLANT TEMPERATURE 51 C If the coolant temperature is low the display will show COOLANT TEMPERATURE LOW If the coolant temperature is high the display will show COOLANT TEMPERATURE HIGH Transmission Fluid Temperature If you have an automatic transmission vehicle this display shows the a...

Page 177: ...adings such as ODOMETER 12345 MI or ODOMETER 20008 km Without the keys in the ignition you can also display the odometer by turning on the parking lamps Trip Odometers There are two trip odometers Press the TRIP button to display TRIP ODOMETER A readings and press the button again to display TRIP ODOMETER B readings such as TRIP ODOMETER A 130 5 MI or TRIP ODOMETER A 209 9 km TRIP ODOMETER B 300 5...

Page 178: ...n until the engine oil life is displayed such as OIL LIFE REMAINING 89 This is an estimate of the engine oil s remaining useful life It will show 100 when the system is reset after an oil change It will alert you to change your oil on a schedule consistent with your driving conditions When the remaining oil life is low the system will alert you with the message CHANGE ENGINE OIL Remember you must ...

Page 179: ... adjusting brake pressure ACTIVE HANDLING Your vehicle is equipped with a computer controlled system to assist the driver in controlling the vehicle in difficult driving conditions You may feel or hear the system working and see the ACTIVE HANDLING message displayed in the DIC This message will stay on for a few seconds following the active handling event This is normal when the system is operatin...

Page 180: ...cessary accessories to allow the battery to recharge CHANGE ENGINE OIL This message will appear when the life of the engine oil has expired See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 After an oil change the engine oil life system must be reset See Engine Oil Life under DIC Controls and Displays on page 3 48 Also see Engine Oil on page 5 14 and Engine Oil Life System on page 5 18 for more information CH...

Page 181: ...chime when this message is displayed To acknowledge the warning press the RESET button After you press the RESET button a message will be displayed and you will hear a chime every minute until this condition changes If you do not press the RESET button the message will remain on the digital display until the condition changes If the engine coolant exceeds 255 F 124 C this message is displayed If y...

Page 182: ... a message will reappear every 10 minutes until this condition changes This message indicates that the pressure in one of your tires is higher than 42 psi 290 kPa Next to the HIGH TIRE PRESSURE message you can see either LEFT FRONT RIGHT FRONT LEFT REAR or RIGHT REAR to indicate to you which tire is higher than 42 psi 290 kPa You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time To read ot...

Page 183: ... than 24 psi 164 kPa Next to the LOW TIRE PRESSURE message you can see either LEFT FRONT RIGHT FRONT LEFT REAR or RIGHT REAR to indicate to you which tire is low on pressure You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time To read other messages that may have been sent at the same time press the RESET button If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC stop as soon as you can Have th...

Page 184: ...ocations within the vehicle does not help place the transmitter in the glove box transmitter pocket with the buttons facing to the right and then press the START button NO FOB OFF OR RUN This message is displayed and a chime will sound when you turn off the engine but the vehicle does not detect a keyless access transmitter in the vehicle The vehicle will remain in ACCESSORY until OFF or START has...

Page 185: ... light stays on the vehicle should be taken to your GM dealer as soon as possible for diagnosis and repair Also see Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 41 If the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed in combination with the COOLANT OVER TEMPERATURE message see Engine Overheating on page 5 25 SERVICE ACTIVE HANDLING SYSTEM If the SERVICE ACTIVE HANDLING SYSTEM message is displayed there is a p...

Page 186: ...n When the service message is displayed the computer controlled systems will not assist the driver and you should have the system repaired by your GM dealer as soon as possible Adjust your driving accordingly SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM Press the RESET button to acknowledge that you have read the message and to remove it from the display The message will reappear every 10 minutes until this condition ...

Page 187: ...nsor would be missing for example if you put different wheels on your vehicle without transferring the sensors If the warning comes on and stays on there may be a problem with the TPM See your GM dealer SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM If the SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM message is displayed when you are driving there is a problem with your Traction Control System and your vehicle is in need of service See your...

Page 188: ...SET PARK BRAKE FOR TOP If you have an automatic transmission vehicle this message will display and a chime will sound if you try to operate the power convertible top without first shifting into PARK P or setting the parking brake Either shift the vehicle into PARK P or set the parking brake before trying to operate the power convertible top See Convertible Top Manual on page 2 55 or Convertible To...

Page 189: ...tire pressure message at a time To read other messages that may have been sent at the same time press the RESET button If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC stop as soon as you can Have the tire pressures checked and set to those shown on your Tire Loading Information Label See Extended Mobility Tires on page 5 56 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 58 CAUTION When the LOW TIRE PRESSURE ...

Page 190: ...utton The anti lock brake systems remains on with the Traction Control and Active Handling Systems off You should adjust your driving accordingly TRACTION SYSTEM AND ACTIVE HANDLING ON If the Traction Control and Active Handling Systems are off pressing the Active Handling System console button momentarily will turn both systems on The message TRACTION SYSTEM AND ACTIVE HANDLING ON will be display...

Page 191: ...igher than normal If this message appears you may continue to drive at a slower speed You should also monitor the transmission fluid temperature and allow it to cool to at least 230 F 110 C The transmission fluid temperature can be monitored with the gages button on the DIC See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5 21 You should also check the engine coolant temperature If it is also hot see Engi...

Page 192: ...ss Access System Operation on page 2 5 FOB BATTERY LOW See Battery Replacement under Keyless Access System Operation on page 2 5 HATCH AJAR Coupe INTRUSION SENSOR OFF if equipped INTRUSION SENSOR ON if equipped KNOWN FOB See Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle under Keyless Access System Operation on page 2 5 MAXIMUM NUMBER OF FOBS LEARNED See Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle under Keyles...

Page 193: ...ck of the keyless access transmitters are labelled 1 or 2 to correspond to each driver The current driver s preferences are recalled when one of the following occurs The lock or unlock button on the keyless access transmitter labelled 1 or 2 is pressed The appropriate memory button 1 or 2 located on the driver s door is pressed See Memory on page 2 66 for more information A valid keyless access tr...

Page 194: ...tton a final time exits the personal options menu In addition if no button is pressed within 45 seconds the DIC will exit the personal options menu Personal Options The following options are available for programming Display Units This option allows you to choose the measurement units Press the OPTION button until DISPLAY UNITS appears on the display then press the RESET button to scroll through t...

Page 195: ...n Retained Accessory Power RAP or ACCESSORY mode and the driver s door is opened The vehicle is turned off or in RAP and the unlock button on the keyless access transmitter is pressed Press the OPTION button until AUTO EXIT RECALL appears on the display then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes YES NO default If you choose YES when you turn the ignition off and open the dri...

Page 196: ...s access transmitter is pressed or the vehicle is no longer off or in RAP See Keyless Access System on page 2 4 for more information When the mode you want is selected press the OPTION button to set your choice and advance to the next personal option Twilight Delay This option allows you to set the amount of time you want the parking lamps and front fog lamps to remain on after you exit the vehicl...

Page 197: ...locks the doors If you choose NO this option will turn off When the mode you want is selected press the OPTION button to set your choice and advance to the next personal option Flash at Lock This option activates the front and rear turn signals for one long flash when the lock button on the keyless access transmitter is pressed The lamps will also flash when OnStar if equipped locks the doors This...

Page 198: ... door locking feature by pressing a door unlock switch for three seconds while a door is open Passive door locking will then remain disabled until a door lock switch is pressed or until the power mode transitions from the off power mode Press the OPTION button until PASSIVE DOOR LOCKING appears on the display then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes OFF default SILENT HORN...

Page 199: ... when the shift lever is moved into PARK P for automatic transmission vehicles or when the ignition is turned off or is in RAP for manual transmission vehicles Press the OPTION button until AUTO UNLOCK appears on the display then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes OFF DRIVER BOTH default If you choose OFF this option will turn off If you choose DRIVER on automatic transmi...

Page 200: ...mode you want is selected press the OPTION button to set your choice and advance to the next personal option Personalize Name This option allows you to type in a name or greeting that will appear on the DIC display whenever the corresponding keyless access transmitter 1 or 2 is used or one of the memory buttons 1 or 2 located on the driver s door is pressed Press the OPTION button until PERSONALIZ...

Page 201: ...to the next space to the right 7 Repeat Steps 5 and 6 until the name or greeting you want is complete After the name or greeting is complete keep pressing the RESET button until the display turns blank and exits out of this option You can program up to 20 characters If you choose NO this option will turn off If a customized name or greeting is not programmed the DIC display will show Driver 1 or D...

Page 202: ... equipment that has been added improperly Figure out which audio system is in your vehicle find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all of its controls Your vehicle may have a feature called Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 2 21 for more information Setting the Time P...

Page 203: ...ramming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service If your vehicle has XM XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States XM offers 100 coast to coast channels including music news sports talk and children s programming XM provides digital quality audio and text information that includes song title and artist name A service fee is requir...

Page 204: ...oise can affect how well you hear the music being played through your vehicle s audio system At higher volume settings where the music is much louder than the background noise there may be little or no adjustments by AudioPilot To use AudioPilot set the radio volume to your desired level Turn AudioPilot on by pressing the automatic volume button until AVOL ON appears on the display As you increase...

Page 205: ... BAND to select FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press AUTO EQ to select the equalization 5 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenever that numbered pushbutton is pressed the station that was set will return and the equalization that was selected will be stored for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone...

Page 206: ... another station If PTY times out and is no longer on the display go back to Step 1 If both category and TRAF are on the radio will search for stations with the selected category and traffic announcements If the radio cannot find the desired category NONE will appear on the display and the radio will return to the last station you were listening to SCAN Scan the stations within a category by perfo...

Page 207: ...he display You will hear the announcement even if the volume is low or a CD is playing If a CD is playing play will stop during the announcement Alert announcements cannot be turned off ALERT will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system This feature is not supported by all RDS stations 4 Information If the current station has a message the information symbol will appear on the d...

Page 208: ...urn off the traffic announcements The radio will play the traffic announcement even if the volume is low The radio will interrupt the play of a CD if the last tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements This function does not apply to XM Satellite Radio Service Radio Messages CAL ERR Calibration Error The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL ERR appears on t...

Page 209: ...pen area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly CH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer ass...

Page 210: ...ive The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced check with your GM dealer Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate the ...

Page 211: ...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 If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section O e Tune Turn this knob to go to the next or previous track Reverse Press and hold this button to reverse the current track Fast Forward Press and hold this button to fast forward through t...

Page 212: ...l start playing where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source When a CD is inserted the CD symbol will appear on the CD As each new track starts to play the track number will appear on the display The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch 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 reduc...

Page 213: ... the numbered pushbutton that corresponds to the CD If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section X Eject Press this button to eject CD s To eject the CD that is currently playing press and release this button To eject multiple CDs do the following 1 Press and hold the eject button for two seconds You will hear a beep and EJECT ALL will appear on the display 2 When REMOV...

Page 214: ... hear a track over again REPEAT will appear on the display Press this button again to turn off repeat play t SEEK u Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than ten seconds have played Press the right arrow to go to the next track If either arrow is held or pressed more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD t SCAN u To scan one CD...

Page 215: ...lay up to the maximum number of files folders playlists or sessions If you wish to play large numbers of files folders playlists or sessions minimize the length of the file folder or playlist name You can also play an MP3 CD that was recorded using no file folders The system can support up to 11 folders in depth though keep the depth of the folders to a minimum in order to keep down the complexity...

Page 216: ... from the root directory have been played play will continue from files according to their numerical listing After playing the last track from the last folder play will begin again at the first track of the first folder or root directory When play enters a new folder the display will not automatically show the new folder name unless you have chosen the folder mode as the default display See the in...

Page 217: ...iculty in finding tracks and or 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 If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section O e Tune Turn this knob to go to the next or previous track Previous Folder Press this button to go to the first track in the previous folder Pres...

Page 218: ... off Using R Song List Mode Single CD MP3 and Six Disc CD This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections To save tracks into the song list feature perform the following steps 1 Turn the CD player on and load it with at least one CD 2 Check to see that the CD player is not in song list mode S LIST should not appear on the display If S LIST is present press the SONG LIST button to turn it off...

Page 219: ...hen another track is added to the song list the track will be added to the end of the list To delete the entire song list perform the following steps 1 Turn the CD player on 2 Press the SONG LIST button to turn song list on S LIST will appear on the display 3 Press and hold the SONG LIST button for more than four seconds One beep will be heard S LIST EMPTY will appear on the display indicating the...

Page 220: ...te it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem Navigation Radio System Your vehicle may have a navigation radio system that includes Radio Data System RDS with Program Type PTY selections that will seek out the kind of music you want to listen to and XM Satellite Radio Service capabilities if equipped The radio can also communicate with the navigation system to broadcast an...

Page 221: ...lean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the side without writing when handling CDs Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your CD Player The use of CD lens cleaners for CD players is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubri...

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Page 223: ... 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 15 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 18 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 19 City Driving 4 22 Freeway Driving 4 23 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 24 Highway Hypnosis 4 25 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 25 Winter Driving 4 27 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 31 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 32 Loading Your Vehicle 4 32 Towing 4 37 Towing Y...

Page 224: ... driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with resulting injury Ask a passenger to help do things like this or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself These simple defensive driving techniques ...

Page 225: ...drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 lb 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0 06 percent The pe...

Page 226: ...els above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision At a BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 times greater The...

Page 227: ...a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go They are the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road Sometimes as when you are driving on snow or ice it is easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road ca...

Page 228: ...he road whether it is pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Yo...

Page 229: ...even notice that your brake pedal moves a little This is normal If there is a problem with the anti lock brake system this warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light on page 3 38 Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes and continue braking Here is what happens with ABS A computer senses that ...

Page 230: ...always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Do not pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may hear a motor or clicking noise and...

Page 231: ...mal If your vehicle is in cruise control when the TCS 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 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 8 The SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM message and the TCS warning light will come on to let you know if there is a problem with your TC...

Page 232: ...performance is affected until the message ACTIVE HANDLING READY is displayed in the DIC The ACTIVE HANDLING CALIBRATING message may be displayed in the DIC and the instrument panel cluster light will be on after exceeding 18 mph 30 km h for 10 seconds The Active Handling System is off until the ACTIVE HANDLING READY message is displayed This could take up to 15 minutes The ACTIVE HANDLING message ...

Page 233: ...ystem cannot be turned off by the driver If the Active Handling System is off it will be turned on automatically Competitive Driving Mode is unavailable The Active Handling System will feel different in aiding and maintaining directional control Competitive Driving Mode The driver can select this optional handling mode by pressing the ACTIVE HANDLING button on the console two times within a five s...

Page 234: ...ter Control of Body Ride Motions This knob is located on the center console Turn it to select the suspension of your choice TOUR Use for normal city and highway driving This setting provides a smooth soft ride SPORT Use where road conditions or personal preference demand more control This setting provides more feel or response to the road conditions You can select a setting at any time Based on ro...

Page 235: ...he traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you are in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the ...

Page 236: ...hese First apply your brakes See Braking on page 4 6 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180 degrees ve...

Page 237: ...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 238: ...er 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 its front in your inside mirror activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane Remember that your right outside mirror is convex The vehicle you ...

Page 239: ...cle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of 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 condition...

Page 240: ...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 241: ...eatedly 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 242: ...ow 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 cannot try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They will not work as well in...

Page 243: ... 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 cannot 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 244: ...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 23 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Page 245: ...nce there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic 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...

Page 246: ...do not plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey 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...

Page 247: ... 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 248: ...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 249: ...e scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 4 27...

Page 250: ... 0 C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Traction control 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 condi...

Page 251: ...unding 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 vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the sno...

Page 252: ...nd 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 a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and i...

Page 253: ...ast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you are stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Do not spin the wheel...

Page 254: ...n that may free your vehicle If that does not get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 37 Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options Two ...

Page 255: ...ation on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 51 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 58 There is also important loading information on the vehicle Certification label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axle See Certification Label later in this section Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement Th...

Page 256: ... 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 load capacity of your vehicle Your vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer Item Description Total A Vehi...

Page 257: ...apacity Weight for Example 3 400 lbs 181 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg x 2 400 lbs 181 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Example 2 E...

Page 258: ...area of your vehicle CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Notice Overloading your vehicle may...

Page 259: ...you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 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 wit...

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Page 261: ...smission Fluid 5 21 Hydraulic Clutch 5 22 Engine Coolant 5 22 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 25 Engine Overheating 5 25 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 27 Cooling System 5 28 Power Steering Fluid 5 33 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 34 Brakes 5 35 Battery 5 38 Jump Starting 5 39 Rear Axle 5 43 Bulb Replacement 5 44 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 5 44 Halogen Bulbs 5 44 Headlamps ...

Page 262: ...8 Washing Your Vehicle 5 79 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 79 Finish Care 5 80 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 80 Removable Roof Panel 5 81 Convertible Top 5 81 Aluminum Wheels 5 82 Tires 5 82 Finish Damage 5 83 Underbody Maintenance 5 83 Fiberglass Springs 5 83 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 83 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 84 Vehicle Identification 5 85 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 85 Se...

Page 263: ...want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Engine exhaust many parts and systems including some inside the vehicle many fluids and some component wear by products contai...

Page 264: ...ecord on page 6 15 CAUTION You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused ...

Page 265: ...er gasoline California Fuel If your vehicle 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 perf...

Page 266: ... 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 fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance o...

Page 267: ... when you are refueling Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver s side of the v...

Page 268: ...ring back to the right While refueling let the cap hang by the tether below the fuel fill opening CAUTION If you spill fuel and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly This spray can happen 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...

Page 269: ... 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 41 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 vehicle damag...

Page 270: ...n 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 hood release lever with this symbol on it It is located inside the vehicle below the instru...

Page 271: ...o the side of the vehicle and pull up on the rear edge of the hood near the windshield Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly 5 11 ...

Page 272: ...Engine Compartment Overview If you are facing the front of your vehicle when you open the hood here is what you will see 5 12 ...

Page 273: ... 22 E Engine Air Cleaner Filters See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 19 F Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 33 G Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 14 H Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 14 I Engine Compartment Fuse Block See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 5 91 J Passenger Compart...

Page 274: ... every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil dipstick 1 Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you do not do this the oil dipstick might not show the...

Page 275: ...acing or Other Competitive Driving on page 2 22 for additional information on engine oil 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 lev...

Page 276: ...4718M Oils meeting this standard may be identified as synthetic However not all synthetic oils will meet this GM standard You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M Notice If you use oils that do not have the GM4718M Standard designation you can cause engine damage not covered by your warranty 5 16 ...

Page 277: ...GM4718M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container Your vehicle s engine is filled at the factory with a Mobil 1 synthetic oil which meets all requirements for your vehicle Substitute Engine Oil When adding oil to maintain engine oil level oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M may not be available You can add substitute oil designated SAE 5W 30 with the starburst symbol at all tempe...

Page 278: ...t be reset Your dealer has GM trained service people who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level If the system is ever reset accidentally you must change your oil at 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last oil change Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed How to Reset...

Page 279: ...our dealer a service station or a local recycling center for help Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine air cleaner filters Notice If you spray water into the engine air cleaner filter intake and water enters the engine air cleaner filter housing you could damage your vehicle s engine The repairs would not be covered by your warranty ...

Page 280: ...er See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 13 4 Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to replace the air cleaner filter cover 5 Repeat the procedure for the second air cleaner filter CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flame if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine bac...

Page 281: ...tic transmission fluid labeled DEXRON III Approved for the H Specification Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 80 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain High performance operation If you do not use your vehicle under one of these co...

Page 282: ...r and for the proper fluid to use See Owner Checks and Services on page 6 8 and Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 11 How to Check and Add Fluid Make sure the fluid level is at the MIN line on the side of the reservoir If it is not remove the cap and add the proper fluid until the level reaches the MIN line Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine c...

Page 283: ... anything else 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 is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire ...

Page 284: ...the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark The FULL COLD mark is on the front of the coolant surge tank Do not overfill the surge tank Too ...

Page 285: ...make sure it is hand tight Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for information on location Engine Overheating You will find an engine coolant temperature gage on the instrument panel cluster and a COOLANT OVER...

Page 286: ...until the engine is cool See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 5 27 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 5 27 for information on driving ...

Page 287: ...of the vehicle until it cools down Also see Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode later in this section You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode If an overheated engine condition exists and the messages COOLANT OVER TEMPERATURE and REDUCED ENGINE POWER are displayed along with the Check Engine light an overheat protect...

Page 288: ...jure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface The coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark on the front of the coolant surge tank If it is not you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses heater ho...

Page 289: ...rmation on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL may cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant may require changing sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in your vehicle How to Add Coolant...

Page 290: ... turn the pressure cap 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 is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could cat...

Page 291: ...tem including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one quarter turn and then stop If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture until the level inside sta...

Page 292: ...re of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level stabilizes at the FULL COLD mark on the coolant surge tank 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated Check the level in the surge tank when the system has cooled down If the coolant is not at the proper level repeat Steps 1 through 4 then reinstall the pressure cap If the coolant is not...

Page 293: ...g fluid do the following 1 Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick There are markings on both sides of the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If nec...

Page 294: ...with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also ...

Page 295: ... brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid ...

Page 296: ...he 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 oil such as en...

Page 297: ... Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment As you make brake stops your disc brakes automatically adjust for wear Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if...

Page 298: ...ls and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas t...

Page 299: ...em 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 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you do not want You would not be ...

Page 300: ...gine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine compartment fuse block CAUTION An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight i...

Page 301: ... Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And do not connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal ...

Page 302: ...y and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumper cables are removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Remove the jumper cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch...

Page 303: ...he bottom of the filler plug hole you will need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use To add lubricant when the level is low use SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant GM Part No U S 12378261 in Canada 10953455 meeting GM Specification 9986115 To completely refill after draining add 4 ounces 118 ml of Limited Slip Axle Lubrican...

Page 304: ...ice any of the system components you could be seriously injured Have your dealer or a qualified technician service them Your vehicle has HID low beam headlamps After your vehicle s HID headlamp bulb has been replaced you may notice that the beam is a slightly different shade than it was originally This is normal Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you d...

Page 305: ...ting on page 5 44 for more information To replace a high beam or front parking turn signal bulb do the following 1 Turn the wheel to allow access to the wheel well 2 Access the high beam or front parking turn signal bulbs by removing the access panel To do this remove the three outer fasteners and flip back the cover 3 Remove the outer cover to expose the high beam headlamp bulb socket once the ac...

Page 306: ...Replace the front parking turn signal bulb by turning the bulb socket clockwise 7 Reverse the Steps 2 through 4 to reinstall Sidemarker Lamps To replace a front sidemarker bulb do the following 1 Turn the wheel to allow access to the wheel well 2 Remove the five fasteners along the outer edge of the wheel well 3 Pull back the wheel well trim 4 Reach in and locate the sidemarker bulb 5 Remove the b...

Page 307: ...steners into the wheel well trim When replacing the fasteners the two largest fasteners will be replaced in the two bottom positions of the wheel well trim If not you will find that the fasteners do not fit properly Taillamps Turn Signal and Stoplamps To replace a stoplamp taillamp turn signal bulb do the following 1 Remove the screw from the top of the lamp assembly 2 Tilt out the lamp assembly 5...

Page 308: ...acement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected each time maintenance is performed See Wiper Blade Check under Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more information Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For the proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 13 It is a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade assembly every...

Page 309: ...e assembly pivot locking tab C Pull down on the blade assembly A to release it from the wiper arm hook F 4 Remove the insert from the blade assembly A The insert has two notches at one end that are locked by the bottom claws of the blade assembly At the notch end pull the insert from the blade assembly 5 49 ...

Page 310: ...ert is fully installed 2 Be sure the notches are locked by the bottom claws Make sure that all other claws are properly locked on both sides of the insert slots 3 Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm hook Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in the hook slot 4 Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade assembly onto the windshield Installation guide A Claw in Notch B Correct Installatio...

Page 311: ... have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 32 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such a...

Page 312: ...only radial ply tires of the same size load range and speed rating as the original equipment tires Winter tires with the same speed rating as your original equipment tires may not be available for H V W and ZR speed rated tires If you choose winter tires with a lower speed rating never exceed the tire s maximum speed capability Tire Sidewall Labelling Useful information about a tire is molded into...

Page 313: ...Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors treadwear traction and temperature resistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5 65 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load Tire Size The following illustration shows an exa...

Page 314: ... seats and air conditioning Aspect Ratio The relationship of a tire s height to its width Belt A rubber coated layer of cords that is located between the plies and the tread Cords may be made from steel or other reinforcing materials Bead The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate...

Page 315: ...eight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Normal Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 32 Occupant Distribution Designated seating positions Outward Facing Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehicle ...

Page 316: ... due to curb weight accessory weight occupant weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle s capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure See Tire and Loading Information Label under Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 32 Extended Mobility Tires Your vehicle when new had Goodyear Extended Mobility Tires ...

Page 317: ...dside Assistance Program on page 7 6 You may also contact Goodyear for the nearest authorized EMT servicing facility by calling 1 800 789 9878 CAUTION Extended mobility tires are constructed differently than other tires and could explode during improper service You or others could be injured or killed if you attempt to repair replace dismount or mount a extended mobility tire Let only an authorize...

Page 318: ...ation label is attached to the vehicle s center pillar below the driver s door latch This label lists your vehicle s original equipment tires and shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional i...

Page 319: ...n the Tire and Loading Information label no further adjustment is necessary If the inflation pressure is low add air until you reach the recommended amount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Re check the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt an...

Page 320: ...e at speeds of 175 mph 282 km h or higher where it is legal set the cold inflation pressure to the maximum inflation pressure shown on the tire sidewall or 38 psi 265 kPa whichever is lower See the example following When you end this high speed driving return the tires to the cold inflation pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 32 Example You w...

Page 321: ...w tire condition exists The low tire pressure warning light will be shown each time the engine is started and stay on until the low tire condition is corrected When the tire pressure monitoring system warning light is lit one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated You should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure as indicated on the veh...

Page 322: ...ired See your dealer for service The SERVICE TIRE MONITOR message is displayed when the TPM system is malfunctioning For example one or more TPM sensors may be inoperable or missing Also the active handlling system will be affected see Active Handling System on page 4 10 See your dealer for service The TPM system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules ...

Page 323: ...appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has ...

Page 324: ...d range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires If you replace your vehicle s tires with those not having a TPC Spec number the tire pressure monitoring system may give an inaccurate low pressure warning Non TPC Spec tires may give a low pressure warning that is higher or lower than the proper warning level you would get with TPC Spec numbered tires CAU...

Page 325: ...y requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 5 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of ...

Page 326: ...re Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance If you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road your wheels may need to be rebalanced Wheel ...

Page 327: ...lems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire clearance to the body and chassis CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause a crash When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the w...

Page 328: ...el nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to a crash Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts 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 torqu...

Page 329: ...n 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 help avoid damage to ...

Page 330: ...can put blocks in front of and behind the wheels CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and...

Page 331: ...e damage Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack and the vehicle Make sure the jack you re using spans at least two crossmember ribs Lift only in the areas shown in the following pictures For additional information see your dealer and the Chevrolet Corvette service manual Lifting From the Front The front lifting points can be accessed from either side of your vehicle behind the front tire...

Page 332: ...ifting points A according to the illustration shown 2 Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack and the vehicle 3 Lift the vehicle with the jack making sure the jack spans at least two of the crossmember ribs B 5 72 ...

Page 333: ...g points can be accessed from the rear of the vehicle on either the driver s or passenger s side 1 Locate the rear lifting points A according to the illustration shown 2 Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack and the vehicle 5 73 ...

Page 334: ...can operate effectively with no air pressure If you drive on a deflated EMT for 25 miles 80 km or less and at speeds of 55 mph 90 km h or less there is a good chance that the tire can be repaired Contact the nearest authorized Chevrolet or Goodyear EMT servicing facility as soon as possible to have the flat tire inspected and repaired or replaced For more information see Extended Mobility Tires on...

Page 335: ... hazardous some more than others and they can all damage the vehicle too Do not use any of these products unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage the vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Fabric Carpet 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 GM approved cleaning product...

Page 336: ...er dry clean soft white cloth Using Cleaner on Fabric 1 First try the cleaner on an area of the fabric that is not easily seen to make sure the cleaner does not affect the color of the fabric 2 For liquids blot with a clean soft white cloth For solids remove as much as possible and then vacuum or brush 3 Spray a small amount of the cleaner onto a clean soft white cloth Do not apply spray directly ...

Page 337: ...ightly soiled wipe with a sponge or soft lint free cloth dampened with water When heavily soiled use warm soapy water Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry For stubborn stains use a leather cleaner Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polis...

Page 338: ...cause damage to the rear window defogger and the integrated radio antenna When cleaning the glass on your vehicle use only a soft cloth and glass cleaner Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm wat...

Page 339: ... could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting Notice If you drive your vehicle through an automatic car wash that does not have enough clearance for the wide rear tires and wheels you could damage your vehicle Verify with the manager of the car wash that your vehicle will fit before entering the car wash or use a touchles...

Page 340: ...y 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 To help keep the paint finish looking new keep the vehicle in a garage or covered whenever possible Wind...

Page 341: ...ar the finish When the panel gets wet dry it off Convertible Top The vehicle s convertible top should be cleaned often However high pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle When you hand wash the top do it in partial shade Use a mild soap lukewarm water and a soft sponge A chamois or cloth may leave lint on the top and a brush can chafe the threads in the top fabric Do not use det...

Page 342: ...sive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because the surface could be damaged Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Notice If you drive your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes you could damage the aluminum or chrome plated wheels The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Never drive a ve...

Page 343: ... the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your GM dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Fiberglass Springs Notice If you use acidic or corrosive cleaning products engine degreasers or aluminum cleaning agents on fiberglass springs you may damage the springs The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Use only approved cleaners when cleaning your vehicle s fib...

Page 344: ...ome wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe off Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Description Usage Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one step No wiping necessary Wash Wax Concentrate M...

Page 345: ...labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You will find this label on the inside of the glove box It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the following VIN Mo...

Page 346: ...eadlamp wiring is protected by fuses An electrical overload will cause the lamps to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a fuse and an internal circuit breaker If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem...

Page 347: ...lored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating If you ever have a problem on the road and do not have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is...

Page 348: ...cle under the instrument panel and under the toe board Remove the carpet and toe board covering to access the fuse block by pulling at the top of each corner of the panel Then turn the fuse block door knob counterclockwise and pull the door to access the fuses You can remove fuses using the fuse puller 5 88 ...

Page 349: ...ock Column Lock BLANK Not Used Fuses Usage RADIO S BAND VICS Radio S Band VICS REAR FOG ALDL TOP SW Rear Fog Lamp Assembly Line Diagnostic Link Connector Convertible Top Switch GMLAN DEVICES GMLAN Devices ISRVM HVAC Electric Inside Rearview Mirror Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning CRUISE SW Cruise Control Switch TONNEAU RELSE Tonneau Release RUN CRANK Run Crank Relay HTD SEAT WPR RELAYS Heated ...

Page 350: ...SEAT Driver s Heated Seat WPR DWELL Wiper Dwell BLANK Not Used AUX PWR Auxiliary Power PASS HTD SEAT Passenger s Heated Seat BLANK Not Used Fuses Usage PWR WNDWS FUEL RELSE Power Windows Fuel Door Release TRUNK RELSE Trunk Release PWR LUMBAR Power Lumbar BLANK Not Used PWR SEATS MEMORY SEATS Power Seats Memory Seats BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used WPR WASHER Windshield Wiper Washer BLANK Not Used 5 ...

Page 351: ...ne Compartment Fuse Block There is one fuse block in the engine compartment located on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location 5 91 ...

Page 352: ...y Key Module 12 Odd Numbered Fuel Injectors 13 Real Time Damping 14 Canister Purge Solenoid Mass Air Flow Sensor 15 Air Conditioner Compressor 16 Even Numbered Fuel Injectors 17 Windshield Washer Fuse Usage 18 Headlamp Washer 19 Right Low Beam 20 Fuel Pump 21 Left Low Beam 22 Front Fog Lamp 23 Right High Beam 24 Left High Beam J Style Fuses Usage 25 Cooling Fan 26 Battery Main 3 27 Anti Lock Brake...

Page 353: ...eam 46 Headlamp Washer 55 Fuel Pump Mini Relays Usage 40 Rear Defog 41 Windshield Wiper High Low 42 Windshield Wiper Run Accessory 43 Crank 44 Powertrain Ignition 1 45 Windshield Wiper On Off 47 Low Beam Spare Fuses Usage 48 Spare 49 Spare 50 Spare 51 Spare 52 Spare 53 Spare 54 Fuse Puller Diodes Usage Diode 1 Wiper Diode 2 5 93 ...

Page 354: ...5 quarts 5 2 L Fuel Tank 18 0 gallons 68 0 L Manual Transmission Overhaul 4 1 quarts 3 8 L Rear Axle 1 8 quarts 1 7 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 ft lb 140 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap Firing Order 6 0L V8 LS2 U Automati...

Page 355: ...led Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 At Each Fuel Fill 6 8 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 11 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 13 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 14 Maintenance Record 6 15 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Page 356: ...ary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance is important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the...

Page 357: ...driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 5 The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 should be performed when indicated See Additional Required Services on page 6 6 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 6 7 for further information CAUTION Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous In trying to do some j...

Page 358: ...dealer has GM trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally you must service your vehicle within 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last service Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 5 18 for information on the Engine Oil Life Sys...

Page 359: ...rvice See footnotes and k Check tire inflation pressures and tire wear See Tires on page 5 51 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...

Page 360: ...s Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 19 An Emission Control Service Change automatic transmission fluid and filter severe service See footnote h Change automatic transmission fluid and filter normal service Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system ...

Page 361: ...eration a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is recommended at least once a year d Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield e Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch pla...

Page 362: ... the safety dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle Your GM Goodwrench dealer can assist you with these checks and services Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle make sure they are the proper ones as shown in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 11 At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform th...

Page 363: ... automatic transmission vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The starter should work only in PARK P or NEUTRAL N If the starter works in any other position contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service 4 On manual transmission vehicles put the shift lever in NEUTRAL push the clutch pedal down halfway and try to start the engine The starter should work only when the clutch pedal is pushed ...

Page 364: ...o roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by t...

Page 365: ...wrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle For the proper viscosity see Engine Oil on page 5 14 Usage Fluid Lubricant Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 5 22 Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Hydraulic Clutch...

Page 366: ...Canada 10953455 meeting GM Specification 9986115 With a complete drain and refill add 4 ounces 118 ml of Limited Slip Axle Lubricant Additive GM Part No U S 1052358 in Canada 992694 where required See Rear Axle on page 5 43 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubrica...

Page 367: ...ion can be obtained from your GM dealer Part GM Part Number AC Delco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 25042562 A917C Engine Oil Filter 88984215 PF44 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element 10345066 Spark Plug 12571164 41 985 Windshield Wiper Blade Shepherd s Hook Type 22 inches 55 9 cm 22143943 6 13 ...

Page 368: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 14 ...

Page 369: ...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 8 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 370: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16 ...

Page 371: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17 ...

Page 372: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18 ...

Page 373: ...gram 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 11 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Section 7 Customer Assistance and ...

Page 374: ...ustomer Communication Centre by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of t...

Page 375: ...A 22203 1838 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs Specific vehicle informati...

Page 376: ... customers to call the toll free number for assistance If a U S customer wishes to write to Chevrolet the letter should be addressed to Chevrolet s Customer Assistance Center United States Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 1 800 222 1020 1 800 833 2438 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV ...

Page 377: ...ma 2740 Col Lomas de Bezares C P 11910 Mexico D F 01 800 508 0000 Long Distance 011 52 53 29 0 800 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward eligible aftermarket driver s or passenger s adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle such as hand controls and wheelchair scooter lifts The offer is available for a limite...

Page 378: ...ow Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident Assistance provided when the vehicle is mired in sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure Jump Start No start occurrences which require a...

Page 379: ... of motor vehicles To enhance your ownership experience we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available wh...

Page 380: ...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 that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair Reimbursement will be limited to a maximum of 30 00 a day and must be supported by receipts This requires that you sign and complete a renta...

Page 381: ...ntrol 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 braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate re...

Page 382: ...access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar please check the OnStar subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death...

Page 383: ...nter at 1 800 222 1020 or write Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Ma...

Page 384: ...o Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Ti...

Page 385: ...ock Brake System ABS 4 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 38 Appearance Care 5 75 Aluminum Wheels 5 82 Care of Safety Belts 5 78 Cargo Covered Convenience Net 5 78 Appearance Care cont Chemical Paint Spotting 5 83 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 79 Coated Moldings 5 77 Convertible Top 5 81 Fabric Carpet 5 75 Fiberglass Springs 5 83 Finish Care 5 80 Finish Damage 5 83 Glass Surfaces 5 78 Ins...

Page 386: ...Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 5 44 Replacement Bulbs 5 48 Sidemarker Lamps 5 46 Bulb Replacement cont Taillamps Turn Signal and Stoplamps 5 47 Buying New Tires 5 64 C California Fuel 5 5 Canadian Owners iii Capacities and Specifications 5 94 Carbon Monoxide 2 14 2 32 4 27 4 37 Care of Safety Belts 5 78 Your CD Player 3 95 Your CDs 3 95 Cargo Cover 2 49 Center Console Storage Area 2 46 Chains Ti...

Page 387: ...utomatic 3 24 Outlet Adjustment 3 29 Clutch Hydraulic 5 22 Control of a Vehicle 4 5 Convenience Net 2 49 Convertible Top 2 55 2 62 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 3 40 Heater Engine 2 23 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 25 Cooling System 5 28 Courtesy Lamps 3 18 Cruise Control Lever 3 11 Cupholder s 2 46 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TT...

Page 388: ... Add On Equipment 5 86 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 91 Electrical System cont Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 87 Headlamp Wiring 5 86 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 88 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 86 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 86 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 19 Battery 5 38 Check and Service Engine Soon Light 3 41 Coolant 5 22 Coolant Heater 2 23 Coolant Temperature Gage 3 40 Drive Belt Rou...

Page 389: ...tions 5 5 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 91 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 87 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 88 Windshield Wiper 5 86 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature 3 40 Engine Oil Pressure 3 44 Fuel 3 46 Speedometer 3 33 Tachometer 3 33 Voltmeter Gage 3 36 Garage Door Opener 2 41 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Specifications 5 5 Glove Box 2 46 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 7 5 H Hatch Trunk 2 14 ...

Page 390: ...ow to Use This Manual iii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 12 Hydraulic Clutch 5 22 I Ignition Positions 2 20 Infants and Young Children Restraints 1 24 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 58 Installing the Roof Panel 2 54 Instrument Panel Brightness 3 18 Cluster 3 32 Overview 3 4 J Jump Starting 5 39 K Keyless Access System 2 4 Keyless Access System Operation 2 5 Keys 2 3 L Labelling Tire Sidewall 5 52 ...

Page 391: ...ing Entry Exit 3 18 Limited Slip Rear Axle 4 12 Lockout Protection 2 13 Locks Door 2 10 Lockout Protection 2 13 Locks cont Power Door 2 12 Loss of Control 4 16 Lumbar Power and Side Bolsters 1 3 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services 6 6 At Each Fuel Fill 6 8 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 9 Introduction 6 2 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Maintenance Record 6 15 Maintenan...

Page 392: ... Children Restraints 1 21 One to Four Shift Light 3 37 Online Owner Center 7 3 OnStar System 2 40 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Outlet Adjustment 3 29 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror 2 39 Convex Mirror 2 39 Power Heated Mirrors 2 38 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 27 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Owners Canadian iii P Park P Shifting Into 2 29 Shifting Out of 2 31 Parking Brake 2 29 Ove...

Page 393: ...ass 2 34 Rearview Mirrors 2 34 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 11 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 37 Removing the Roof Panel 2 50 Replacement Bulbs 5 48 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 7 11 General Motors 7 11 United States Government 7 10 Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 51 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 52 Restraint...

Page 394: ...straint Designed for the LATCH System 1 32 Passenger Seat Position 1 35 Security Light 3 45 Selective Ride Control 4 12 Service 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 4 Doing Your Own Work 5 4 Engine Soon Light 3 41 Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 51 Setting the Time 3 76 Shifting Into Park P 2 29 Shifting Out of Park P 2 31 Signals Tu...

Page 395: ...54 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 65 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 5 66 Wheel Replacement 5 66 When It Is Time for New Tires 5 63 Top Strap 1 30 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 37 Towing a Trailer 4 37 Your Vehicle 4 37 Traction Active Handling System 4 10 Control System TCS 4 9 Control System Warning Light 3 39 Limited Slip Rear Axle 4 12 Selective Ride Control 4 12 Transmission Fluid Automatic ...

Page 396: ...s and Indicators 3 31 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages 3 53 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Warnings cont Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 66 Replacement 5 66 Windows 2 16 Power 2 17 Windshield Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 80 Windshield Washer 3 10 Fluid 5 34 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 48 Fuses 5 86 Windshield Wipers 3 9 Wint...

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