Chevrolet 2005 SSR Pickup Owner'S Manual Download Page 1

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

Front Seats

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Safety Belts

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Child Restraints

....................................... 1-19

Airbag System

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Restraint System Check

............................ 1-51

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

Keys

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

Doors and Locks

....................................... 2-9

Windows

................................................. 2-11

Theft-Deterrent Systems

............................ 2-13

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

........... 2-15

Mirrors

.................................................... 2-28

HomeLink

Transmitter

............................. 2-30

Storage Areas

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

Convertible Top

....................................... 2-51

Vehicle Personalization

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

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

Instrument Panel Overview

.......................... 3-4

Climate Controls

...................................... 3-20

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

........ 3-23

Driver Information Center (DIC)

.................. 3-42

Audio System(s)

....................................... 3-58

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

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

..... 4-2

Towing

................................................... 4-34

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

Service

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

Fuel

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

Checking Things Under the Hood

............... 5-10

Rear Axle

............................................... 5-43

Headlamp Aiming

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

Bulb Replacement

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

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

......... 5-50

Tires

...................................................... 5-52

Appearance Care

..................................... 5-74

Vehicle Identification

................................. 5-82

Electrical System

...................................... 5-83

Capacities and Specifications

..................... 5-93

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

Maintenance Schedule

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

Customer Assistance and Information

........... 7-2

Reporting Safety Defects

........................... 7-11

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

2005 Chevrolet SSR Owner Manual

Summary of Contents for 2005 SSR Pickup

Page 1: ... Gages and Indicators 3 23 Driver Information Center DIC 3 42 Audio System s 3 58 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 34 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Rear Axle 5 43 Headlamp Aiming 5 44 Bulb Replacement 5 44 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 50 Tires 5 52 Appearance Care 5 74 Vehicle Identificat...

Page 2: ...e this manual in the vehicle Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle If this is done it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle Pictures and words w...

Page 3: ...ION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you do not you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Do Not Do Not do this or Do Not let this happen iii ...

Page 4: ...o 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 out a specific name of a component gage or indicator reference the f...

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

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...Strap 1 28 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 29 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 30 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 32 Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position 1 34 Airbag System 1 38 Where Are the Airbags 1 41 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 43 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 1 45 How Does an Airbag Restrain 1 45 What Will You See Aft...

Page 8: ...ide the seat control forward or rearward to move the seat forward or rearward Vertical Control The vertical control is used to operate the power lumbar Adjust the seat cushion using the horizontal control To adjust the seatback see Reclining Seatbacks on page 1 4 Once the seat is in the desired position adjust the lumbar Press the vertical control forward to increase support and rearward to decrea...

Page 9: ... to move the seat forward or rearward Vertical Control The vertical control is used to operate the power lumbar Adjust the seat cushion using the horizontal control To adjust the seatback see Reclining Seatbacks on page 1 4 Once the seat is in the desired position adjust the lumbar Press the vertical control forward to increase support and rearward to decrease support 1 3 ...

Page 10: ... safety belt must be buckled for the heated seat feature to work on the passenger s seat If you turn the ignition off when the heated seats are on the heated seats will turn off They will come on again when you restart the vehicle Reclining Seatbacks The seatbacks in your vehicle provide head restraint helping to prevent neck injury in a rear impact but they do not provide rollover protection To r...

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: ... before being folded forward it will return to the reclined position 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 locked Safety Belts Safety Belts They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells yo...

Page 13: ...area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3 26 In most states and all Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If yo...

Page 14: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 1 8 ...

Page 15: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 9 ...

Page 16: ...anel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense 1 10 ...

Page 17: ...y belts not instead of them Every airbag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has airbags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an exce...

Page 18: ... has We will start with the driver position Driver Position Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here is how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the...

Page 19: ...ould be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of th...

Page 20: ...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 14 ...

Page 21: ...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 15 ...

Page 22: ...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 16 ...

Page 23: ... 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 17 ...

Page 24: ...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 25: ...nd 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 avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for securing c...

Page 26: ...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 Older children need to use safety belts properly CAUTION Never do this Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt can not properly spread the impact forces In a crash th...

Page 27: ...traint that belts provide CAUTION Never do this Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap shoulder belt but the shoulder part is behind the child If the child wears 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 a...

Page 28: ...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 it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb ...

Page 29: ...ing a child restraint be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle If it is the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with speci...

Page 30: ...e child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed A a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a ...

Page 31: ...of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields 1 25 ...

Page 32: ...d restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on child restraint in the vehicle and the add on child restraint s harness system holds the child in place within the restraint One system the three point harness has straps that come down over each of the in...

Page 33: ... replacement copy from the manufacturer The child restraint must be secured properly in the passenger seat If you want to secure a rear facing child restraint in the passenger s seat turn off the passenger s airbag See Airbag Off Switch on page 1 47 and Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position on page 1 34 for more on this including important safety information CAUTION A child in ...

Page 34: ...llow the instructions for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored do not use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a...

Page 35: ...prevent injury to people and damage to your vehicle attach only one child restraint per bracket To locate the top strap anchor see Top Strap Anchor Location following Once you have the top strap anchored you will be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Top Strap Anchor Location The anchor point for the top ...

Page 36: ...er seat This system designed to make installation of child restraints easier does not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead it uses vehicle anchors and child restraint 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 1 30 ...

Page 37: ...seatback meets the seat cushion CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint following the ins...

Page 38: ...ause the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Do not use a rear facing child restraint in this vehicle unless the passenger s airbag has been turned off Even though the airbag off switch is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance ...

Page 39: ...t as far back as it will go before securing it in this seat See Power Seats on page 1 2 Never use a rear facing child restraint in this seat unless the airbag is off 2 Find the LATCH anchorages in the passenger seat See Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 30 3 Put the child restraint on the seat 4 Attach and tighten the LATCH attachments on the child restraint to t...

Page 40: ...rash the airbag would not be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Do not turn off the passenger s frontal airbag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group See Airbag Off Switch on page 1 47 for more on this including important safety information Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position Your vehicle has a passenger airbag There is an airbag off switch ...

Page 41: ...aint whenever possible If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the passenger seat always move the passenger seat as far back as it will go CAUTION If the airbag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the passenger s frontal airbag it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system The passenger s frontal airbag could inflate even though the switch is off ...

Page 42: ...bag is turned off See Airbag Off Switch on page 1 47 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 Power Seats on page 1 2 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions wi...

Page 43: ...he shoulder belt back into the retractor You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult ...

Page 44: ...n page 1 47 for more on this including important safety information Airbag System Your vehicle has four airbags a frontal airbag for the driver another frontal airbag for the passenger a side impact airbag for the driver and another side impact airbag for the passenger Frontal airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating frontal airbag But these airbags mus...

Page 45: ...ts the side of your vehicle They are not designed to inflate in frontal in rollover or in rear crashes Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person CAUTION Both frontal and side impact airbags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you are too close to an inflating airbag as you would be if you were leaning forwa...

Page 46: ... them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 1 19 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 22 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells y...

Page 47: ...Where Are the Airbags The driver s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The passenger s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 41 ...

Page 48: ...The driver s side impact airbag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door The passenger s side impact airbag is in the side of the passenger s seatback closest to the door 1 42 ...

Page 49: ...edetermined deployment threshold Deployment thresholds take into account a variety of desired deployment and non deployment events and are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restrain the occupants Whether your frontal airbags will or should deploy is not based on how fast your vehicle is traveling It depends largely on what you hit the di...

Page 50: ... vehicle goes straight into the object The frontal airbags driver and right front passenger are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers rear impacts or in many side impacts because inflation would not likely help the occupants Side impact airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes A side impact airbag will inflate if the crash severity is above the system s designe...

Page 51: ...e The airbag supplements the protection provided by safety belts Airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But the frontal airbags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and many side impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward the airbag Side impact airbags wo...

Page 52: ...er from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the...

Page 53: ...d with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash See Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders on page 7 10 Let only qualified technicians work on your airbag systems Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Notice If you damage the covering for the driver s or the passenger s airbag the bag may no...

Page 54: ...ilable in the rear seat s of my vehicle or the child has a medical condition which according to the child s physician makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child s condition Medical Condition A passenger has a medical condition which according to his or her physician causes the passenger airbag to pose a special risk for the passen...

Page 55: ...ey into the switch push in and move the switch to off position The airbag off light located on the roof panel above the rearview mirror will come on and stay on to let you know that the passenger s frontal airbag is off United States Canada United States Canada 1 49 ...

Page 56: ...er s frontal airbag could inflate even though the switch is off If this ever happens do not let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger airbag risk group sit in the passenger s position for example do not secure a rear facing child restraint in your vehicle until you have your vehicle serviced To turn the passenger s frontal airbag on again insert your ignitio...

Page 57: ...he 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 retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other l...

Page 58: ...ter a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired ...

Page 59: ... Operation 2 21 Parking Brake 2 23 Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transmission 2 24 Shifting Out of Park P Automatic Transmission 2 25 Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmission 2 25 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 26 Engine Exhaust 2 26 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 27 Mirrors 2 28 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 28 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with HomeLink 2 28 Outside Power Heated Mir...

Page 60: ...39 Floor Tracks 2 40 Cargo Net System 2 42 Side Saddle Storage 2 47 Convertible Top 2 51 Lowering the Convertible Top 2 53 Raising the Convertible Top 2 54 Vehicle Personalization 2 59 Memory Seat 2 59 Section 2 Features and Controls 2 2 ...

Page 61: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 3 ...

Page 62: ...tance In an emergency contact Chevrolet Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 for more information Notice If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle you may have to damage the vehicle to get in Be sure you have spare keys Center Console Storage Area Key A separate key is provided for locking the center console storage area 2 4 ...

Page 63: ...5 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device mu...

Page 64: ...ight hold the transmitter higher and try again Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 6 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation You can lock and unlock your doors and cargo area from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away...

Page 65: ...n symbol on it to sound the horn and make the headlamps and taillamps flash for up to 30 seconds This can be turned off by pressing the horn button again or by waiting for 30 seconds or by starting the vehicle You can program different feedback settings for up to two drivers using the Driver Information Center DIC For more information see Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 42 Matching Transmi...

Page 66: ...ssage when the transmitter battery is low See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 45 Notice When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the remote keyless entry transmitter do the following 1 Insert a thin coin in the slot between the covers of the transmitter housing ...

Page 67: ...uries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or the remote keyless entry transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry System Operation o...

Page 68: ...t of PARK P all of the doors will lock on a vehicle with an automatic transmission or when the vehicle reaches a speed of 8 mph 13 kph on a vehicle with a manual transmission Every time you move the shift lever back into PARK P the doors will unlock for a automatic transmission and when the key is removed from the ignition for a manual transmission If someone needs to get out while you are not in ...

Page 69: ...lgate do the following 1 Close the cargo cover before closing the tailgate 2 Push the tailgate upward to return it to its upright latched position Push and pull on the tailgate to make sure it is secure Windows CAUTION Leaving children helpless adults or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from ...

Page 70: ...See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 2 17 Express Down Window Both driver s and passenger s window switches have the express down feature Tap the bottom of the driver s or passenger s power window switch and immediately release The window will lower completely To stop the express down feature from lowering the window completely simply tap the switch again or press the lock button on the remote...

Page 71: ... that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal Content Theft Deterrent Your vehicle is equipped with a content theft deterrent alarm system With this system the security light will flash as you open the door if your ignition is off This light reminds you to activate the theft deterrent system Here s how to do it 1 Open the door 2 Lock the door with the power door lock switch or the rem...

Page 72: ...the remote keyless entry transmitter Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm If you set off the alarm by accident unlock any door with the key You can also turn off the alarm by pressing unlock on the remote keyless entry transmitter The alarm won t stop if you try to unlock a door any other way Testing the Alarm The alarm can be tested by following these steps 1 From inside the vehi...

Page 73: ...f However your Passlock system is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this time You may also want to check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 84 See your dealer for service In an emergency call the GM Roadside Assistance Center See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle...

Page 74: ...ion in which you can insert or remove the key This position locks the ignition and transmission It is a theft deterrent feature Notice Lengthy operation of features such as the radio in the accessory ignition position may drain the battery and prevent your vehicle from starting Do not operate your vehicle in the accessory ignition position for a long period of time B Accessory This position lets y...

Page 75: ...r windows will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACCESSORY Once the key is turned from RUN to OFF these features will continue to work for up to 20 minutes or until a door is opened Starting Your Engine Automatic Transmission Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine will not start in any other position that is a safety feature To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRA...

Page 76: ...r seconds after you release the ignition key This is normal When starting your engine in very cold weather below 0 F or 18 C do this 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START and hold it there up to 15 seconds When the engine starts let go of the key 2 If your engine still will not start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing...

Page 77: ...our 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 page 2 24 If you are pulling a trailer see Towing ...

Page 78: ...engine does not connect with the wheels To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only 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 shift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed Notic...

Page 79: ...le the vehicle is moving forward the transmission will not shift into first gear until the 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 Manual Transmission Operation This is ...

Page 80: ...ard to shift let the shift lever return to NEUTRAL and release the clutch pedal Then press the clutch again and shift into REVERSE R Do not attempt to shift into the fifth gear position prior to shifting into REVERSE R Your transmission has a lock out feature which prevents a fifth gear to reverse gear shift Notice Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmi...

Page 81: ...age 3 30 for more information To release the parking brake hold the brake pedal down Then push the release button in as you move the parking brake lever all the way down Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving 2 23...

Page 82: ...e vehicle 3 Turn the ignition key to OFF 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can remove the key from the ignition the vehicle is in PARK P Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running Automatic Transmission CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set A...

Page 83: ...efore you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2 19 If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P and release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear you wish Parking Your Vehicle Manual...

Page 84: ...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 85: ...an be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 24 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be ...

Page 86: ...he mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side Mirror Operation 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 On Off The automatic dimming feature is automatically activated when the vehicle is started The automatic dimming feature...

Page 87: ...n when the rear window defogger is turned on See Rear Window Defogger under Climate Control System on page 3 20 for more information The mirrors can be manually folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash or confined space Push each mirror toward the vehicle To return the mirror to its original position push outward Be sure to return the mirrors to their original unfol...

Page 88: ...ush the mirror toward the vehicle To return the mirror to its original position push outward Be sure to return the mirrors to their original unfolded position before driving HomeLink Transmitter HomeLink If your vehicle has this feature the HomeLink transmitter buttons are located on the automatic dimming rearview mirror The three buttons on the left side of the mirror are the HomeLink transmitter...

Page 89: ...er 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 program the HomeLink Transmitter Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you in programming the...

Page 90: ... 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 Press and hold the newly trained HomeLink button and observe the indicator light If the indicator light stays on constantly programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink button is pressed and released To progr...

Page 91: ...ransmission This may not be long enough for HomeLink to pick up the signal during programming Similarly some U S gate operators are manufactured to time out in the same manner If you live in Canada or you are having difficulty programming a gate operator by using the Programming HomeLink procedures regardless of where you live replace Step 3 under Programming HomeLink with the following Continue t...

Page 92: ...ion 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 with Step 2 under Programming HomeLink shown earlier in this section Resetting Defaul...

Page 93: ...near the top If you press in the center middle of the cupholder door the cupholder will not close properly Instrument Panel Storage Area There is a storage tray located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel Press on the tray to release it The tray will slide out of the instrument panel toward you You can then put small items into the tray To close the tray push forward on the ...

Page 94: ...tter See Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 6 for more information The tailgate must be open for you to close the cargo cover See Tailgate on page 2 11 for more information If you cannot open your cargo cover using your remote keyless entry transmitter you should first check the battery See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 6 If changing the bat...

Page 95: ...ot remove the factory installed drain plugs located on the inside front of the cargo cover These plugs have been installed to keep dust and water from entering into the cargo bed Your vehicle s cargo cover can be removed You will need more than one person to remove the cargo cover 1 Open the tailgate See Tailgate on page 2 11 for instructions 2 Disconnect the electrical connector located on the un...

Page 96: ...is one bolt on each side near the front of the cargo area 4 Slide the cover rearward and then lift up on the passenger s side of the cargo cover Then have another person lift the driver s side of the cargo cover 5 Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to reinstall the cargo cover 2 38 ...

Page 97: ...open the cargo cover Your vehicle has a glow in the dark emergency cargo cover release handle located in the cargo area on the driver s side of the vehicle This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle up to open the cargo cover from the inside Cargo Tie Downs Your vehicle may have four cargo tie downs in the rear cargo area If equipped use the cargo tie downs to secure...

Page 98: ...at can be removed so that available accessories can be installed if the optional cargo compartment trim is ordered For more information on available accessories for your vehicle see your dealer To install the floor track covers follow these steps 1 Open the tailgate See Tailgate on page 2 11 2 Locate and remove the fastener at the tailgate end of the floor track 2 40 ...

Page 99: ...dcap by reversing Steps 2 and 3 6 Slide the floor track cover rearward until it rests against the endcap 7 Repeat the above steps to install a cover for the other floor track To remove the floor track covers reverse the installation procedure Additional cargo strips are installed by attaching them to the Velcro strips located in the carpeted cargo area 2 41 ...

Page 100: ...ns before installing the cargo net See Side Saddle Storage on page 2 47 for instructions Once the cargo net system has been installed the side saddle storage bins can be reinstalled 2 Locate and remove the endcaps from the forward ends of the cargo area side rails If your vehicle has an access slot on the forward ends of the side rails use this for attachment of the cargo net the endcaps do not ne...

Page 101: ...on the forward ends of the side rails If your vehicle has an access slot on the forward end of each side rail insert the locking tab into the access slot and slide the tabs rearward 4 Loosen the knobs located on top of the telescoping cross bar by turning them counterclockwise Side Rail with End Cap Removed Shown 2 43 ...

Page 102: ...oss bar vertically between the side rails as shown 6 Insert the tabs located at each end of the cross bar into the side rails You may need to adjust the length of the cross bar to make it fit between the side rails 2 44 ...

Page 103: ...l they are aligned with the knobs on the cross bar as shown and loosely tighten the knobs 9 Slide the cross bar to the desired location and adjust the length of the bar as necessary 10 Tighten all the cross bar knobs 11 Remove the pushpins located on the outboard sides of the tailgate near the top 2 45 ...

Page 104: ...es 22 mm studs Using other D rings will not work because the studs will not be the correct length and the cargo net system will not be secured properly 13 Clip the cargo net to the tailgate D rings with the label facing up and on the driver s side of the vehicle 14 Clip the other end of the cargo net to the telescoping cross bar as shown 2 46 ...

Page 105: ...o net Be sure to load items in the cargo area according to the proper load limits See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 for more information The cargo net system can be removed by reversing the installation procedure Side Saddle Storage Your vehicle may have a side saddle storage system to store items on either side of the rear cargo area The side saddle storage system is attached to the tracks on...

Page 106: ...nd of the side rail and slide the tab rearward Then reinstall the endcap on the forward end of the side rail If your vehicle has an acces slot on the forward end of the side rail insert the locking tab through the acces slot and slide the tab rearward 3 If your vehicle has the floor track covers installed they must first be removed before continuing the installation of the side saddle storage bins...

Page 107: ...that has the shortest distance between the end of the plate and the first stud The distance will measure approximately 3 9 inches 100 mm 5 Insert a tapping plate into the tailgate end of the floor track and slide it forward making sure that the three studs on the plate are facing upward 2 49 ...

Page 108: ...the floor track so that the studs on the tapping plate line up with the holes in the bottom of the bin 7 Slide the locking tab forward in the side rail until the hole in the middle lines up with the metal bracket on the side saddle storage bin 2 50 ...

Page 109: ...fully tighten the three wing nuts in the bottom of the bin and the D ring on the side rail 11 Install the locking lid on the storage bin Each storage bin is delivered with two keys If additional keys are needed your dealer can create them using the key code imprinted on each key 12 Repeat the above steps to install the other storage bin To remove the storage bin s reverse the previous steps Be sur...

Page 110: ...mounting studs Install the windscreen by following these steps 1 Before installing the windscreen the convertible top must be fully retracted and the seats moved forward 2 Remove the windscreen from its protective bag 3 Locate the carpeted seatback bumper behind each seat 4 Remove protective caps from the bumpers 5 Loosen the four seatback bumper nuts from each seat It is not necessary to remove t...

Page 111: ...Messages on page 3 45 If the convertible top cannot be lowered using the convertible top switch the fuse may need to be replaced See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 84 for more information If the convertible top still does not operate contact your GM dealer Roof Tonneau Notice Opening the cargo cover manually when the convertible top is not in the full open or full closed position could damag...

Page 112: ...nsole switchbank to close the convertible top Two chimes will sound when the top is fully closed A Roof Cycle Timeout message will display on the Driver Information Center DIC and the convertible top will stop moving when the programmed time limit is exceeded for the raised position See Roof Cycle Timeout under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 45 If the convertible top cannot be raised by using...

Page 113: ... the tonneau latch and the cable with the red band closes it 5 Using the release tool for the convertible top hook the tool into the green loop The convertible top release tool is stored in the glovebox for new vehicles purchased from your GM dealer 6 Pull the cable with the release tool 7 Repeat Steps 4 through 6 on the other side 2 55 ...

Page 114: ...t up on the roof tonneau and raise it to the upright position 9 Grasp the front panel of the convertible top and pull up More than one person is needed to do this One person working on each side is best 2 56 ...

Page 115: ... the rear in the closed position while another person performs the next steps 11 Pry off the plastic cap located between the sun visors 12 Slide the tool side of the convertible release tool until the entire tool forms a right angle as shown Driver s side latches shown passenger s side similar 2 57 ...

Page 116: ...ockwise until the latches are secured and the convertible top is fully closed 14 From the upright position push down on the outer area of the boot cover panel where the hinges and hydraulic cylinders are located to separate it from the roof tonneau Then continue to push the boot cover panel down as far as it will go 2 58 ...

Page 117: ... cables located behind the seats Pull the cable with the red band until both cables are the same length Repeat this step on the other side 18 Check the roof tonneau to make sure it is secure before driving Vehicle Personalization Memory Seat Your vehicle may have a memory driver s seat The controls for this feature are located on the outboard side of the driver s seat and are used to program and r...

Page 118: ...smission vehicle press and release the desired button 1 or 2 while the vehicle is off A single chime will sound and the memory position will be recalled If the vehicle is not off the memory position will not be recalled If you use the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter to enter your vehicle the preset driver s seat positions will be recalled if programmed to do so through the Dr...

Page 119: ... 3 17 Battery Run Down Protection 3 17 Center Console Switchbank 3 18 Accessory Power Outlets 3 18 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter 3 19 Climate Controls 3 20 Climate Control System 3 20 Outlet Adjustment 3 22 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 23 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 24 Speedometer and Odometer 3 25 Trip Odometer 3 25 Tachometer 3 26 Engine Speed Limiter 3 26 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 2...

Page 120: ...Information Center DIC 3 42 DIC Controls and Displays 3 42 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 45 DIC Vehicle Personalization 3 52 Audio System s 3 58 Setting the Time 3 59 Radio with CD 3 59 Radio with Six Disc CD 3 71 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 82 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 82 Radio Reception 3 83 Care of Your CDs 3 83 Care of Your CD Player 3 83 Integrated Windshield Antenna 3 83 Section 3 Instrume...

Page 121: ... NOTES 3 3 ...

Page 122: ...Instrument Panel Overview Vehicle with Automatic Transmission Shown Manual Transmission Similar 3 4 ...

Page 123: ...ee Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2 19 or Manual Transmission Operation on page 2 21 K Cupholder See Cupholder s on page 2 35 L Glovebox See Glove Box on page 2 35 Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others They also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off The hazard warning flasher button is located on ...

Page 124: ...rn signal lever To tilt hold the steering wheel and pull the tilt lever toward you Move the wheel to a comfortable level then release the tilt lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following G Turn and Lane Change Signals Turn and Lane Change Signals on page 3 7 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Headlamp High ...

Page 125: ...ever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows flash more quickly than normal a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows do not go on at all when y...

Page 126: ...rument panel cluster will come on Release the lever to return to normal operation Windshield Wipers N Windshield Wipers To use the windshield wipers turn the band with the wiper symbol on it 8 Mist For a single wiping cycle turn the band to mist Hold it there until the wipers start Then let go The wipers will stop after one wipe If you want more wipes hold the band on mist longer Delayed Wipers Yo...

Page 127: ...l does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h 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 spinning an...

Page 128: ...t Press this button located at the end of the lever to set a speed 9 Off This position turns the cruise control system off and cancels memory of a set speed 1 Move the cruise control switch to on 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Press in the set button at the end of the lever and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal The accelerator pedal will not go down The cruise light on the in...

Page 129: ...n at the end of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You will now cruise at the higher speed Move the cruise switch from on to resume accelerate Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release the switch To increase your speed in very small amounts move the switch briefly to resume accelerate Each time you do this your vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km...

Page 130: ...teep hills Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to turn off the cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal or clutch if equipped Move the cruise switch to off or Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL N Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed memory is erased Exterior Lamps O Exterior and Interior Lamps Controls These controls B ...

Page 131: ... page 3 14 for more information Parking Lamps Turning the exterior lamps control to this position turns on the parking lamps license plate lamps the sidemarker lamps and the instrument panel lights 2 Headlamps Turning the exterior lamps control to this position turns on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights Headlamps on Reminder A reminder tone will sound when your hea...

Page 132: ... the headlamps will automatically switch from DRL to the regular headlamps To idle your vehicle with the DRL off put your automatic transmission in PARK P The DRL will stay off until you shift out of PARK P If you have a manual transmission set the parking brake when the ignition is off and then start your vehicle The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake Automatic Headlamp System ...

Page 133: ...r vehicle in a dark garage the automatic headlamp system will come on immediately Once you leave the garage it will take approximately one minute for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is light outside During that delay your instrument panel cluster may not be as bright as usual Make sure your instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position See Instrument Panel...

Page 134: ...rument panel lights Instrument Panel Brightness To adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights press lightly on the interior lamp control and release The control will extend outward Turn the control counterclockwise to brighten and clockwise to dim the instrument panel lights Press on the control to return it to the stored position Parade Dimming This feature prohibits the dimming of your...

Page 135: ...e Personalization on page 3 52 for more information Map Lamps If your vehicle has front map lamps they are located on the inside rearview mirror They will automatically come on for approximately 40 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the remote keyless entry transmitter or until the ignition key is turned to RUN or ACCESSORY The lamps will also stay on for approximately 40 seconds after you e...

Page 136: ...ith accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio There is an accessory power outlet located on either side of the ashtray on the instrument panel and there is an outlet in the rear cargo area A small cap must be removed to access an accessory power outlet When not using an outlet be sure to cover it with the protective cap Notice L...

Page 137: ...e designed for accessory power plugs only Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle has an ashtray and cigarette lighter To access push the upper edge of the center instrument panel door until it clicks and then release The door will open to expose the ashtray and cigarette lighter Press the lighter all the way in and release it It will pop back out by itself once the element has heated for use ...

Page 138: ... is on this setting cools and dehumidifies the air entering your vehicle and directs it through the floor ducts as well as the instrument panel outlets The air conditioning system removes moisture from the air so you may sometimes notice a small amount of water dripping underneath your vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine This is normal The air conditioning will not function if the...

Page 139: ... not work in this mode Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity moisture condensing on the cool window glass This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield and side windows Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers Use the defrost m...

Page 140: ...n the right knob to turn the rear window defogger on or off An indicator light on the button will come on to let you know that the rear window defogger is activated When the rear defogger button is pressed the outside heated mirrors will warm to help clear any fog or frost from the surface of the mirrors Notice Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window may damage the rear...

Page 141: ...w they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows the...

Page 142: ...you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you ve used and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically United States Automatic Transmission shown Canada and Manual Transmission similar 3 24 ...

Page 143: ...y wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last ...

Page 144: ... 6500 rpm It will turn back on again once the vehicle rpm drops below 6500 Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to run or start a chime will be provided for several seconds to remind people to buckle their safety belts The driver safety belt light will also be provided and stay on for several seconds then it will flash for several more You should buckle your seat belt This chime and l...

Page 145: ...m is ready If the 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 infla...

Page 146: ... including important safety information CAUTION If the passenger s frontal airbag is 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 a frontal airbag In a crash the airbag would not be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Do not turn off the passenger s frontal airbag unless the person s...

Page 147: ...ave your vehicle serviced See Airbag Off Switch on page 1 47 Charging System Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition but the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working It should go out once the engine is running If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with the charging system It could indicate that you have ...

Page 148: ...brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If t...

Page 149: ...e on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Traction Control System TCS Warning Light Automatic Transmission If the TC traction control warning light comes on and stays on there may be a problem with the traction control system The TC traction control warning light will come on briefly when...

Page 150: ...engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 5 28 for more information Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission cont...

Page 151: ...n those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and ...

Page 152: ...still flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling Your Tank on page 5 8 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel c...

Page 153: ...sions Inspection 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 li...

Page 154: ... 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 Oil pressure may vary with engine speed outside temperature and oil viscosity but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range A reading...

Page 155: ...stay on until the engine starts If the light flashes the Passlock system has entered a tamper mode If the vehicle fails to start see Passlock on page 2 15 If the light comes on continuously while driving and stays on there may be a problem with the Passlock system Your vehicle will not be protected by Passlock and you should see your dealer Also see Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 13 for additio...

Page 156: ... repair This light may also come on if there is a problem with the Throttle Actuator Control TAC system If this happens take the vehicle in for service as soon as possible Highbeam On Light This light comes on whenever the high beam headlamps are on Check Gages Warning Light The Check Gages light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine If the light comes on and stays on while you are...

Page 157: ...g Light on page 3 38 Fuel Range under DIC Controls and Displays on page 3 42 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 45 for more information Here are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with your fuel gage At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage m...

Page 158: ...on is on and the engine is running the gage shows the condition of the charging system Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended period This condition is normal since the charging system is ...

Page 159: ...ther warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible Delivered Torque Gage This gage B is located in the center of the gage package This gage displays the delivered torque for the vehicle Outside Temperature Gage This gage C is located on the right side of the gage package This gage displays the outside temperature 3 41 ...

Page 160: ...played before the engine was turned off If a problem is detected a warning message will appear on the display Be sure to take any message that appears on the display seriously and remember that clearing the message will only make the message disappear not correct the problem DIC Controls and Displays The DIC has different modes which can be accessed by pressing the four buttons located on the stee...

Page 161: ...at the same time Each trip odometer can be reset to zero separately by pressing and holding the select button while the desired trip odometer is displayed Timer The DIC can be used as a stopwatch Press the trip information button until TIMER is displayed Press the select button to start the timer The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset not including ...

Page 162: ...lculated starting from that point If the average fuel economy is not reset it will be continually updated each time you drive Instant Fuel Economy Press the fuel information button until INST ECON appears in the display Instant fuel economy is how many miles per gallon your vehicle is at the particular moment in time The instant fuel economy cannot be reset Engine Oil Life Press the fuel informati...

Page 163: ... more urgent These messages require action before they can be removed from the DIC display The following are the possible messages that can be displayed and some information about them Battery Not Charging If the battery is not charging during operation this message will appear on the DIC The charging system light may also be displayed on the instrument panel cluster See Charging System Light on p...

Page 164: ...nance on page 6 4 for more information Check Oil Level If the oil level in the vehicle is low this message will appear on the DIC Check the oil level and add oil as necessary See Engine Oil on page 5 13 for more information Press the select button to acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display Depress Brake This message will be displayed on the DIC when you try to raise or lower the...

Page 165: ...ine is overheated this message will be displayed on the DIC Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and do not drive it until the engine cools down You may need to add more coolant to your vehicle before driving again See Engine Overheating on page 5 28 and Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3 32 for more information This message will clear from the DIC display when the coolant temperature drops...

Page 166: ... Pressure Low Stop Engine CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in thi...

Page 167: ...s message and clear it from the DIC display See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 6 for battery replacement instructions Roof Ajar This message will be displayed on the DIC when trying to release the cargo cover and the convertible top is not fully open or closed Make sure your convertible top is in the full closed or full open position before trying to rele...

Page 168: ...persists see your GM dealer for service Service Air Bag If there is a problem with the airbag system this message will be displayed on the DIC The airbag readiness light may also be displayed on the instrument panel cluster See your GM dealer for service Press the select button to acknowledge this message and clear it from the display See Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 51 and Air...

Page 169: ... the convertible top and there is a fault with this switch If the message persists see your GM dealer for service Traction Active Automatic Transmission Only This message along with the light on the Traction Control System TCS warning light on the instrument panel cluster will be displayed when the TCS system is active Press the select button to acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC d...

Page 170: ... for up to two drivers The number of programmable features varies depending upon which model of the vehicle you purchased Once the features are programmed the saved settings are recalled by pressing the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter 1 or 2 or by pressing the appropriate memory button 1 or 2 located on the outboard side of the driver s seat See Memory Seat on page 2 59 for m...

Page 171: ...n menu and advance to the next programmable feature For more information on automatic door locks see Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2 10 Automatic Unlocking This feature allows you to choose how the vehicle s doors are unlocked Press the personalization button until AUTOMATIC UNLOCKING appears in the display To access the modes for AUTOMATIC UNLOCKING press the select button Once AUTOMA...

Page 172: ...K LAMPS If you choose Mode 1 the parking lamps will flash each time you press the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter and the horn will chirp the second time you press the lock button If you choose Mode 2 there will be no feedback when locking the vehicle If you choose Mode 3 the horn will chirp the second time you press the button with the lock symbol on the remote keyless entry t...

Page 173: ...of modes When the mode you want is displayed on the DIC press the personalization button to set your choice return to the personalization menu and advance to the next programmable feature Headlamps on at Exit This feature allows you to set the amount of time you want the headlamps to remain on after you exit the vehicle Press the personalization button until HEADLAMPS ON AT EXIT appears in the dis...

Page 174: ...Position Recall This feature allows you to choose how any previously programmed seat position is recalled Press the personalization button until SEAT POSITION RECALL appears in the display To access the modes for SEAT POSITION RECALL press the select button Once SEAT POSITION RECALL is selected press the select button to scroll through the following modes Mode 1 SEAT RECALL OFF Mode 2 SEAT RECALL ...

Page 175: ...e next programmable feature See Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 13 for more information Display Language This feature allows you to choose the language in which the DIC information will be displayed Press the select button until DISPLAY LANGUAGE appears on the DIC Once DISPLAY LANGUAGE is selected press the select button to scroll through the following modes Mode 1 LANGUAGE ENGLISH Mode 2 LANGUA...

Page 176: ...he DIC press the personalization button to set your choice return to the personalization menu and advance to the next programmable feature Audio System s Notice Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio make sure that it can be added by checking with your dealer Also check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units ...

Page 177: ...rmation press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time for two seconds until UPDATED and the clock symbol appear on the display If the time is not available from the station NO UPDAT will appear on the display RDS time is broadcast once a minute After tuning to an RDS broadcast station it may take a few minutes for the time to update Radio with CD Playing the Radio PWR Power Press thi...

Page 178: ...ermine the vehicle speed To turn automatic volume off press this button until OFF appears on the display Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 or AM The display will show the selection o TUNE p Turn this knob to select radio stations o SEEK p Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there The radio will only seek stations ...

Page 179: ...e position push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control is displayed ALL will appear on the display and you will hear a beep AUTO EQ Automatic Equalization Press this button to select customized equalization settings designed for country western jazz talk pop rock and classical To return the bass and treble to the manual mode push and release the AUDIO knob until MANUAL appears on ...

Page 180: ...de the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast Finding a Program Type PTY Station To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the P TYPE knob to activate program type select mode TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display 2 Turn the P TYPE knob to select a PTY 3 Once the desired PTY is displayed press the SEEK TYPE button...

Page 181: ...ssage The message may display the artist song title call in phone numbers etc If the entire message is not displayed parts of the message will appear every three seconds To scroll through the message press and release the INFO button A new group of words will appear on the display after every press of this button Once the complete message has been displayed the information symbol will disappear fr...

Page 182: ...ff with a CD in the player it will stay in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD will start to play where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source When the CD is inserted the CD symbol will appear on the display 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 F...

Page 183: ...ll appear on the display RDM T and the track number will appear on the display when each track starts to play Press RDM again to turn off random play RDM OFF will appear on the display o SEEK p Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current or the previous track Press the right arrow to go to the start of the next track Pressing either arrow for more than two seconds will search the previo...

Page 184: ... folders in depth though keep the depth of the folders to a minimum in order to keep down the complexity and confusion in trying to locate a particular folder during playback If a CD contains more than the maximum of 50 folders 50 playlists 10 sessions and 255 files the player will let you access and navigate up to the maximum but all items over the maximum will be ignored Root Directory The root ...

Page 185: ...l not automatically show the new folder name unless you have chosen the folder mode as the default display See DISPL later in this section for more information The new track name will appear on the display File System and Naming The song name that will be displayed will be the song name that is contained in the ID3 tag If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag then the radio will display the ...

Page 186: ...acks in that folder 2 FLDw Next Folder Press this pushbutton to go to the first track in the next folder Pressing this button while in folder random mode will take you to the next folder and random the tracks in that folder 3 REV Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at 10 times the normal playin...

Page 187: ...PL Display Press this knob to switch between track mode folder playlist mode and time of day mode The display will show only eight characters but there can be up to four pages of text If there are more than eight characters in the song folder or playlist name pressing this knob within two seconds will take you to the next page of text If there are no other pages to be shown pressing this knob with...

Page 188: ...be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smoother the CD should play The CD is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again The format of the CD may not be compatible See MP3 Format earlier in this section There may have b...

Page 189: ... available To change the default on the display press the INFO knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob until you hear a beep The selected display will now be the default AUTO VOL Automatic Volume With automatic volume the audio system will adjust automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive by increasing the volume as vehicle speed increases Set the volume at th...

Page 190: ...to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there The radio will only seek stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band SCAN Press and hold either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for two seconds until SC appears on the display and you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows again ...

Page 191: ...beep and adjust the display level to the middle position To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker controls are displayed CENTERED will appear on the display and you will hear a beep AUTO EQ Automatic Equalization Press this button to select customized equalization settings designed for country western jazz talk pop rock and...

Page 192: ... speaker controls to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker controls are displayed CENTERED will appear on the display and you will hear a beep Radio Data System RDS The audio system has a Radio Data System RDS RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information With RDS the radio can do the following Seek to stations broadcasting...

Page 193: ...nterrupts if desired When listening to a CD the last selected RDS station will interrupt play if that selected program type format is broadcast SCAN Scan the stations within a PTY by performing the following 1 Press the TYPE button to activate program type select mode P TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the display 2 Turn the TYPE knob or press and release the TYPE button to select a P...

Page 194: ...umbers etc If the entire message is not displayed parts of the message will appear every three seconds To scroll through the message press and release the INFO button A new group of words will appear on the display after every press of this button Once the complete message has been displayed INFO will disappear from the display until another new message is received The last message can be displaye...

Page 195: ...ght in the CD player If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section LOAD Press this button to load CDs into the CD player This CD player will hold up to six CDs To insert one CD do the following 1 Turn the ignition on 2 Press and release the LOAD button 3 Wait for the indicator light located to the right of the slot to turn green 4 Load a CD Insert the CD partway into the...

Page 196: ...ht located to the right of the slot will begin to flash and EJECT ALL will appear on the display 2 Once the light stops flashing and turns green REMOVE CD will appear on the display The CD will eject and can be removed Once the CD is removed the indicator light will begin flashing again and another CD will eject To stop ejecting the CDs press the LOAD or the eject button If the CD is not removed a...

Page 197: ... RANDOM ONE will appear on the display Press RDM again to turn off random play To play the tracks on all of the CDs that are loaded in random order press and hold RDM for more than two seconds You will hear a beep and RANDOM ALL will appear on the display Press RDM again to turn off random play AUTO EQ Automatic Equalization Press AUTO EQ to select the equalization setting while playing a CD The e...

Page 198: ... load it with at least one CD See LOAD CD listed previously in this section for more information 2 Check to see that the CD changer 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 3 Select the desired CD by pressing the numbered pushbutton and then use the SEEK or TYPE right arrow to locate the track to be saved The tr...

Page 199: ...onds One beep will be heard followed by two beeps after two seconds and a final beep will be heard after four seconds S LIST EMPTY will appear on the display indicating the song list has been deleted If a CD is ejected and the song list contains saved tracks from that CD those tracks are automatically deleted from the song list Any tracks saved to the song list again are added to the bottom of the...

Page 200: ...ED will appear on the display When the radio and vehicle are turned off the blinking red light indicates that THEFTLOCK is armed With THEFTLOCK activated the radio will not operate if stolen Audio Steering Wheel Controls Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel They include the following Q SEEK R Press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or to the previous radio station and...

Page 201: ...mpen a clean 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 wi...

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Page 203: ...s of Control 4 13 Driving at Night 4 15 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 16 City Driving 4 19 Freeway Driving 4 20 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 21 Highway Hypnosis 4 21 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 22 Winter Driving 4 24 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 28 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 28 Loading Your Vehicle 4 29 Towing 4 34 Towing Your Vehicle 4 34 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...

Page 204: ...ions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It is the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on...

Page 205: ...ates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do Ho...

Page 206: ...y water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks The law in most U S states and throughout Canada sets the legal limit at 0 08 percent In some other countries the limit is even lower For example it is 0 05 percent in both France and Germany The BAC ...

Page 207: ...m can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affect...

Page 208: ...ts 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 Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking That means better braking and longer brake lif...

Page 209: ...bout to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed...

Page 210: ...itions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the rear wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system reduces engine power and may also up shift the transmission to limit wheel spin You may feel or hear the system working but this is normal If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise ...

Page 211: ...you can turn the system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud or snow and rocking the vehicle is required See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 4 28 and If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 28 for more information To turn the system on or off press the button located on your center console switchbank See Center Con...

Page 212: ... 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 sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control What should you do if...

Page 213: ...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 214: ...nother 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 Lo...

Page 215: ...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 216: ...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 217: ...oad 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 night vision For example if you spend the...

Page 218: ...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 219: ... not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and y...

Page 220: ...ow water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your low beam headlamps not just your parking lamps to help make yo...

Page 221: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 20 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Page 222: ... to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn signal Just before...

Page 223: ...reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean Tires They are vitally important to a safe trouble free trip Is the tread good enough for long distance driving Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure Weather Forecasts What is the weathe...

Page 224: ... or parking area and take a nap get some exercise or both For safety treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain If you drive regularly in steep country or if you are planning to visit there here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable Keep your vehicle in go...

Page 225: ...ON Continued 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 engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains ...

Page 226: ... 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 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice betwe...

Page 227: ...brake system ABS improves your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have ABS you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock Brake System ABS on page 4 6 Allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that is covered with ice On an otherwise cl...

Page 228: ...n help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you do not have blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to kee...

Page 229: ...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 it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close th...

Page 230: ...k and forth you can destroy your transmission For more information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 66 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels If you have traction control you should turn the system off See Traction Control System TCS Automatic Transmission on page 4 8 Then s...

Page 231: ...n change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the B pillar of your vehicle With the driver s door open you will find the label attached to the door frame below the door latch This label shows the number...

Page 232: ...ggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 I...

Page 233: ...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 234: ...d rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your rear axle you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for the front and rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out and...

Page 235: ...ad your vehicle If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they will keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the rear area of your vehicle Try to spread the weigh...

Page 236: ...n about recreational vehicle towing see the following entry Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground and dolly towing towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground an...

Page 237: ...in this section Towing a Trailer CAUTION If you do not use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section Ask your dealer for advice and information about ...

Page 238: ... be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 800 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full thr...

Page 239: ...iler tongue also affects the maximum trailer weight See Weight of the Trailer Tongue later in this section Your vehicle is a two wheel drive vehicle The axle ratio is 3 73 the maximum trailer weight is 2 500 lbs 1 134 kg and the Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR is 7 500 lbs 3 402 kg The Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trai...

Page 240: ...iler you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B up to a maximum of 250 lbs 113 kg with the equipped hitch Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongu...

Page 241: ...ge of the driver s door See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches Your vehicle is compatible only with the following optional trailering hitch To order this hitch see your dealer A Centering Device B Handwheel C Lock D Ball Rod E Ball purchased separately F Chain Loop 4 39 ...

Page 242: ...nstall the ball rod do the following 1 Remove the cover of the housing located behind the license plate area by pushing in the tabs and pulling downward 2 Be sure the unit is unlocked before pretensioning Unlock using the key 4 40 ...

Page 243: ... open tighten the handwheel slightly and turn clockwise as far as the stop Insert the ball rod as far into the housing as it will go When this happens you will hear the lock engage 3 Check that the ball rod is tight by doing the following Close the lock withdraw the key and install the lock cover securely The green area on the handwheel should be opposite the white dot on the ball rod Move the hit...

Page 244: ...llowing 1 Open the lock cover on the handwheel and unlock with the key 2 Hold the ball rod tight with one hand tighten the handwheel slightly and turn it clockwise as far as it will go 3 Pull the ball rod down and off Store the ball rod for future use 4 42 ...

Page 245: ...weighs more than 1 000 lbs 450 kg loaded then it needs its own brakes and they must be adequate Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly Your trailer s brake system can tap into the vehicle s hydraulic brake system only if The trailer parts can withstand 3 000 psi 20 650 kPa of pressure The trailer s brake sys...

Page 246: ...wing Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return t...

Page 247: ... have an automatic transmission you can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under heavy loads or hilly conditions If you have a manual transmission and you are towing a trailer it is better not to use SIXTH 6 gear Just drive in FIFTH 5 gear or as you need to a lower gear When towing at high altitude on s...

Page 248: ... a manual transmission Turn your wheels into the curb if facing downhill or into traffic if facing uphill 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Release the regular brakes When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you S...

Page 249: ...iring is a four wire harness assembly The wires are blunted and taped to the wiring harness The harness and wiring are stored under the vehicle on the driver s side The harness has no connector and should be wired by a qualified electrical technician The technician can use the following color code chart when connecting the wiring harness to your trailer Black Ground wire Yellow Left turn lamps Dar...

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Page 251: ...uid 5 21 Manual Transmission Fluid 5 24 Hydraulic Clutch 5 25 Engine Coolant 5 26 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 28 Engine Overheating 5 28 Cooling System 5 30 Power Steering Fluid 5 33 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 34 Brakes 5 35 Battery 5 38 Jump Starting 5 38 Rear Axle 5 43 Headlamp Aiming 5 44 Bulb Replacement 5 44 Halogen Bulbs 5 44 Headlamps 5 44 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps...

Page 252: ... 78 Finish Care 5 78 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 79 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 79 Tires 5 80 Sheet Metal Damage 5 80 Finish Damage 5 80 Underbody Maintenance 5 81 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 81 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 81 Vehicle Identification 5 82 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 82 Service Parts Identification Label 5 83 Electrical System 5 83 Add On Electrical Equipment 5...

Page 253: ...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 254: ...e 1 51 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record on page 6 15 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...

Page 255: ...r best performance You may also use middle grade or regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher but your vehicle s acceleration may be slightly reduced If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine Gasoline Specifications It is recommend...

Page 256: ... in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing your emission control system to work properly In most cases you should not have to add anything to your fuel However some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additive required to meet U S Environmental Protection Agency regulations General Motors recomme...

Page 257: ... the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for service Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Nev...

Page 258: ...e 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 vehicle To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise The fuel...

Page 259: ...ur Vehicle on page 5 77 When replacing the fuel cap turn it to the right clockwise until it clicks Make sure the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 32 CAUTION If a fire starts while you are refueling do not remove the nozz...

Page 260: ...le in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel ...

Page 261: ...ary latch at the front of the hood 3 After you have partially lifted the hood gas struts will automatically take over to lift and hold the hood in the fully open position Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then pull the hood down to close You must drop the hood from about 12 inches 30 cm or less to latch the hood properly 5 11 ...

Page 262: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood here is what you will see 5 12 ...

Page 263: ...e Compartment Fuse Block See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 5 88 L Clutch Master Cylinder Reservoir If Equipped See Hydraulic Clutch on page 5 25 M Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 34 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil mu...

Page 264: ...see Capacities and Specifications on page 5 93 Notice Do not add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range...

Page 265: ...engine damage not covered by your warranty SAE 5W 30 As shown in the viscosity chart SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petrol...

Page 266: ...age at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A change engine oil light will come on See Change Engine Oil Light on page 3 37 Change your oil as soon as possible within...

Page 267: ...f the change engine oil light comes back on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or proper...

Page 268: ...e has one See Engine Cover Insert following for instructions 2 Unscrew the four bolts from the engine and lift off the cover 3 To reinstall the engine cover reverse the steps Engine Cover Insert Your vehicle may have an engine cover insert The engine cover insert must be removed to access the bolts that secure the engine cover to the vehicle 5 18 ...

Page 269: ...the engine cover insert 4 To reinstall the insert reverse the steps Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine air cleaner filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspect the air cleaner filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace at the first oil change after 50 000 miles 83 000 km See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4...

Page 270: ...er and replace it if necessary 3 Reinstall the cover 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 backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off Noti...

Page 271: ...ou may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick Notice Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine part or exhaust system parts starting a fire Too little fluid could caus...

Page 272: ...el Checking the Automatic Transmission Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P Let the engine run at idle for...

Page 273: ...uid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It does not take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Do not overfill Notice Use of automatic transmission fluid labeled other than DEXRON III Approved for the H Specification may damage your vehicle and the damage...

Page 274: ...oo little fluid can damage your transmission Too little fluid could cause the transmission to overheat Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid Check the fluid level only when your engine is off the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmission is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the transmission case Then follow these steps 1 Remove the filler p...

Page 275: ...luid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system Adding fluid will not correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid See Owner Checks and Services on page ...

Page 276: ...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 What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOL coolant which will not ...

Page 277: ...check your cooling system Notice If you use the proper coolant you do not have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Checking Coolant The engine coolant surge tank is located on the passenger s side of the vehicle at the rear of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location The vehicle must...

Page 278: ... engine and radiator are hot CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine 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 ...

Page 279: ...g with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you Climb a long hill on a hot day Stop after high speed driving Idle for long periods in traffic Tow a...

Page 280: ...or three minutes while you are parked If you still have the warning turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away Cooling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood here is what you will see A Coolant Surge Tank B Engine Cooling Fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do...

Page 281: ...gine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak start the engine again Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL may cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the e...

Page 282: ... 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 and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and th...

Page 283: ... 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 The level should be at the FULL mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to t...

Page 284: ...n 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 water does not clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when...

Page 285: ... 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 286: ...und 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 engine oil in...

Page 287: ...brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM ...

Page 288: ...tenance free battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco replacement battery The battery is located under the rear of the vehicle Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm W...

Page 289: ...so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you do not want You would not be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put an automatic tr...

Page 290: ...ides of the remote positive terminal cover and pull outward to access the terminal The remote negative terminal is located near the power steering fluid reservoir It is marked GND See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location You will not see the battery of your vehicle under the hood It is located on the rear underside of the vehicle You will not need to access the...

Page 291: ...ine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negativ...

Page 292: ...on is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Your vehicle s remote negative terminal is marked GND 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Noti...

Page 293: ...When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check the rear axle fluid unless there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in the system indicates that you have a problem Have the system inspected and repaired How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface The proper level is from 0 to 3 8 inch 0 to 10 mm...

Page 294: ...r the proper types of bulbs to use see Replacement Bulbs on page 5 49 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer s service department Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps To replace the ...

Page 295: ... for the high and low beam headlamps 4 Pull the bulb socket out of the headlamp assembly 5 Disconnect the bulb socket from the wiring harness and replace the unit 6 Reinstall the bulb socket back into the headlamp assembly by turning it clockwise 7 Reinstall the headlamp cover and tighten the fastener 5 45 ...

Page 296: ...owing 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 11 for more information 2 Locate the bar that runs across the front of the vehicle and remove the two screws located near the front of the hood that hold the bar in place 3 Release the tabs that attach the bar to the headlamps 4 Pull outward on the bar to remove it from the vehicle 5 46 ...

Page 297: ...ulb 7 Pull the old bulb out of the socket and push in a new bulb 8 Reverse the steps to reinstall the lamp assembly Sidemarker Lamps To replace a sidemarker bulb do the following 1 Reach underneath the vehicle to locate the sidemarker bulb 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it 3 Pull the old bulb out of the socket and push in a new bulb 4 Reverse steps to reinstall the bulb socket 5...

Page 298: ... underneath the rear of the vehicle 2 Find the bulb socket twist counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp assembly 3 Pull the old bulb out of the socket and push in a new bulb 4 Reinstall the socket into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise to secure 5 48 ...

Page 299: ...lb counterclockwise and then pull outward to remove it from the socket 4 Insert a new bulb into the socket by lining up the notches on the bulb and turn it clockwise to secure it 5 Reverse the steps to reinstall the lamp assembly on the vehicle Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back up Lamps 2057 Headlamps High Beam 9005HB3 Low Beam H11 Parking Lamps T20 Sidemarker Lamps 194 Taillamps 31...

Page 300: ...ndshield Any damage that occurs would not be covered by your warranty Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield 1 To remove the old wiper blades lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position A Blade Assembly B Arm Assembly C Locking Tab D Blade Pivot E Hook Slot F Arm Hook 2 Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking tab Pull down on the blade assembly to release it...

Page 301: ...the insert is fully inserted 5 Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom claws Make sure that all other claws are properly locked on both sides of the insert slots A Claw in Notch B Correct Installation C Incorrect Installation 6 Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm hook Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in the hook slot 7 Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade assembly o...

Page 302: ... have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 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 303: ...ions Use 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 mo...

Page 304: ...type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread F 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 62 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed...

Page 305: ...e tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascal kPa Accessory Weight This means the combined weight of optional accessories Some examples of optional accessories are automatic transmission power steering power brakes power windows power seats and air conditioning Aspect Ratio The relationship of a tire s height to its wi...

Page 306: ...r air pressure Light Truck LT Metric Tire A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum air pressure to which a cold tire may be inflated The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall Maximum Load Rating The load rati...

Page 307: ...dicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 60 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testi...

Page 308: ...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 information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry and an example of the tire and loading information label see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 How you load your vehicle affects vehi...

Page 309: ...ON Driving at high speeds 100 mph 160 km h or higher puts an additional strain on tires Sustained high speed driving causes excessive heat build up and can cause sudden tire failure You could have a crash and you or others could be killed Some high speed rated tires require inflation pressure adjustment for high speed operation When speed limits and road conditions are such that a vehicle can be d...

Page 310: ... not be rotated Each tire and wheel should be used only in the position it is in Check your tires and wheels regularly for unusual wear and damage Also see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 60 and Wheel Replacement on page 5 63 When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear wh...

Page 311: ... Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original 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 snow tires with a lower speed rating never exceed the tire s maximum speed capability CAUTION Mixing tires could ca...

Page 312: ...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 313: ...ive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis However if you notice unusua...

Page 314: ...ld have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire clearance to the body and chassis CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which i...

Page 315: ...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 torque specification Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You can t know how it s been ...

Page 316: ...e no tire changing equipment and no place to store a tire It is unusual for a tire to blow out while you are driving especially if you maintain your tires properly See Tires on page 5 52 If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blow out here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a d...

Page 317: ... tire inflator kit may be used to repair the damaged tire temporarily The kit uses a liquid tire sealant to seal small punctures in the tread area of the tire The flat tire is then inflated to at least 26 psi 179 kPa and driven to evenly distribute the tire sealant The tire pressure is checked after driving for a maximum of 10 minutes to see if the slow leak has been stopped If the tire pressure i...

Page 318: ...ssor Inflator Hose F Air Pressure Gage G Sealant Filling Hose Plug H Valve Core Remover I Spare Valve Core J 55 mph 90 km h Label Accessing the Tire Inflator Kit To access the tire inflator kit do the following 1 Loosen the two wing nuts holding the tire inflator kit cover in place 2 Remove the cover 3 Grasp the handle and pull the tire inflator kit out 4 Open the tire inflator kit case by lifting...

Page 319: ...ckwise to remove it 2 Remove the valve core using the valve core tool provided in the tire inflator kit An extra valve core is also provided in the kit 3 Shake the bottle to make sure the sealant is well mixed 4 Attach the tire sealant filling hose to the bottle of tire sealant to pierce the seal on the bottle 5 Remove the sealing plug from the end of the filling hose and insert the end of the hos...

Page 320: ... driver s seat forward and tilt the seatback forward out of the way 3 Place the inflator kit in its original position 4 Place the cover over the tire inflator kit 5 Hold the kit with the cover on against the back wall of the passenger compartment in the designated storage area as you perform the next step 6 Reinstall the two nuts holding the tire inflator kit cover in place Air Compressor The air ...

Page 321: ... manual transmission move the shift lever to REVERSE R and set the parking brake firmly See Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmission on page 2 25 for more information 2 Attach the nozzle on the compressor to the valve stem of the flat tire and then insert the plug into an accessory power outlet on your vehicle CAUTION Idling the engine in a closed in place or with the climate control system off ca...

Page 322: ... others could be injured Be sure to read the inflator instructions and inflate the tire to its recommended pressure Do not exceed 36 psi 248 kPa 5 Inflate the tire to at least 26 psi 179 kPa but not more than 36 psi 248 kPa Notice If the air compressor runs for more than six minutes at a time it may overheat The excessive heat could damage the compressor Always operate the compressor for six minut...

Page 323: ...side upper left corner of the windshield or to the face of the radio clock The maximum speed label reminds you to drive cautiously and not to exceed 55 mph 90 km h until you have the damaged tire inspected and repaired 9 Drive the vehicle immediately to distribute the tire sealant evenly inside the tire 10 After driving for 10 minutes recheck the tire pressure If the tire pressure is 19 psi 131 kP...

Page 324: ...azardous 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 products ...

Page 325: ...ds 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 to the fabric 4 Start cleaning from the seams into the stain to avoid a ring effect 5 Continue cleaning using a clean area of the cloth each time it becomes soiled 6 When the stain is removed blot the cl...

Page 326: ...brasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see t...

Page 327: ...ash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely GM approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer See Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 81 Do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning ...

Page 328: ...reign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are sub...

Page 329: ...r chrome plated wheels Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied Notice If you use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes cleaners brushes or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or chrome plated wheels you could damage the surface of the wheel s The repairs would...

Page 330: ...e cleaner Notice Using petroleum based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint finish and or tires When applying a tire dressing always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle Sheet Metal Damage If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to parts repaired or rep...

Page 331: ... ring shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this GM will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first Vehicle Care Appearance Materials See your GM dealer for more information on purc...

Page 332: ...vinyl and cloth upholstery Odor Eliminator Odorless spray odor eliminator used on fabrics vinyl leather and carpet See your General Motors parts department for these products See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is the legal identifier for your vehicle It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on th...

Page 333: ...m Add On Electrical Equipment Notice Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn t be covered by your warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your v...

Page 334: ...es away Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored 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 I...

Page 335: ... all the way forward and tilt the seatback forward See Power Seats on page 1 2 and Seatback Latches on page 1 6 for more information 2 Pull the handle on the fuse block cover toward you and then slide it to the side You will then be able to remove the cover completely 3 To reinstall the cover slide it to the side until it is lined up with the access hole Then push on the fuse panel cover until it ...

Page 336: ...eat Module 07 Truck Body Controller 09 Blank 10 Driver s Door Module Power Mirrors 11 Amplifier 12 Blank 13 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 14 Driver s Side Rear Parking Lamp 16 Center High Mounted Stop Lamp 17 Passenger s Side Rear Parking Lamp 19 Blank 20 Blank 21 Locks 22 Blank 23 Blank 25 Blank 5 86 ...

Page 337: ...s 38 Driver s Side Turn Signal 39 Climate Control System 40 Truck Body Controller 41 Radio 42 Trailer Parking Lamps 43 Passenger s Side Turn Signal 44 Blank 46 Accessory Power Outlets Fuses Usage 47 Ignition 48 Blank 49 Blank 50 Truck Body Controller Ignition 51 Brakes 52 Blank Relays Usage 18 Locks 24 Unlock 30 Parking Lamps 45 Rear Window Defogger Outside Power Heated Mirrors Circuit Breakers Us...

Page 338: ...Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location To remove the fuse block cover and access the fuses do the following 1 To remove the primary fuse block cover press in on the two locking tabs and then lift the cover off 2 Lift up on the secondary cover to remove it 3 Reverse the steps to reinstall the covers 5 88 ...

Page 339: ...odule Canister Fuses Usage 8 Truck Body Controller 9 Windshield Washer 10 Driver s Side Stoplamp Turn Signals 11 Fuel Pump 12 Fog Lamps 13 Stoplamps 14 Headlamp Driver Module HDM 15 Passenger s Side Stoplamp Turn Signals 16 Cigarette Lighter 17 Hazard Warning Flashers 18 Coils 19 Truck Body Control Ignition 1 20 Starter 21 Airbag System 22 Horn 23 Ignition E 24 Instrument Panel Cluster Driver Info...

Page 340: ...sion 33 Engine 1 34 Engine Control Module Electronic Brake Controller 35 Oxygen Sensor A 36 Injector A 37 Engine Cooling Fan 38 Anti lock Brake System ABS 39 Ignition A 40 Climate Control Fan 41 Ignition B Relays Usage 42 Powertrain 43 Starter 44 Fuel Pump 45 Cargo Cover Release 46 Windshield Washer 47 Headlamp Driver Module HDM 48 Fog Lamps 49 High Beam Headlamps 50 Horn 51 Air Conditioning Misce...

Page 341: ... and the boot cover panel are upright so that you can reach into the convertible top storage area as shown See Lowering the Convertible Top on page 2 53 for more information 2 Locate the water tight box that houses the relay center and remove the four nuts that secure the cover to the backside of the passenger compartment 3 Press in the tabs on the sides of the cover and lift to remove the cover 5...

Page 342: ...lay center cover and lift to remove 6 Reverse the steps to reinstall the relay center cover and close the water tight box Following is a list of relays contained in the relay center Relays Usage e Driver s Door Lock RT DRL Passenger s Side Daytime Running Lamps DRL LT DRL Driver s Side Daytime Running Lamps DRL Rear Window Defogger 5 92 ...

Page 343: ...ngine Oil with Filter 6 0 quarts 5 7 L Fuel Tank 25 0 gallons 94 6 L Rear Axle 8 6 Automatic 2 1 quarts 2 0 L 9 5 Manual 2 7 quarts 2 6 L Transmission Automatic 5 0 quarts 4 7 L Manual 3 71 quarts 3 5 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 ft lb 140 Y All capacities are approximate When adding fluids be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Recheck the fluid level after filling Engin...

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Page 345: ...dule 6 3 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 Maintenance Record 6 15 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Page 346: ...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 347: ...on label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 are 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 o...

Page 348: ... the system must be reset Your GM Goodwrench 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 ...

Page 349: ...ervice See footnotes and j Check tire inflation pressures and tire wear See Tires on page 5 52 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 ...

Page 350: ...66 000 125 000 207 500 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 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 An...

Page 351: ...ces be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded a Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect other brake parts including calipers parking brake etc b Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts or...

Page 352: ...ll make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak g A fluid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired and the fluid level checked Add fluid if needed h Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 9...

Page 353: ...el and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 26 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary At Least Once a Month Tire Inspection and Inflation Check Visually inspect your tires for wear and make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures Se...

Page 354: ...1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 2 23 if necessary Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition to RUN but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever o...

Page 355: ...ke 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 the parking brake only To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact yo...

Page 356: ...d GM4718M GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle For the proper viscosity see Engine Oil on page 5 13 Usage Fluid Lubricant Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 5 26 Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent...

Page 357: ...a 10953455 meeting GM Specification 9986115 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 lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges Fuel Filler Door and Folding Seats Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 1...

Page 358: ...be obtained from your GM dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Automatic Transmission Filter Kit 24208576 Engine Air Cleaner 15106528 Engine Oil Filter 88984215 PF46 Spark Plugs 12571164 41 985 Windshield Wiper Blades Driver s Side 20 inches 500 mm 88958162 Passenger s Side 19 inches 475 mm 88958166 6 14 ...

Page 359: ...ices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 8 can be added on the following record pages You should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 15 ...

Page 360: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16 ...

Page 361: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17 ...

Page 362: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18 ...

Page 363: ...gram 7 6 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 8 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 11 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 12 Section 7 Customer Assistance and...

Page 364: ...ter contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 222 1020 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre 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 inquir...

Page 365: ...le Limited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB Auto Line Progra...

Page 366: ...ur vehicle visit www MyGMLink com United States or My GM Canada within www gmcanada com Canada Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing 1 800 833 CHEV 2438 TTY user...

Page 367: ...e 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 Overseas Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit Mexico Central America and Caribbean Islands Countries Except Puerto Rico and U S Virgin Islands Customer Assistance General Motors de...

Page 368: ...olled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program This value added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road Call Chevrolet s Roadside Assistance at 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 243 8872 24 hours a day 365 days a year to speak with a Chevrolet Roadside Assistance representative We will provide the following services during the Bumper to Bumper ...

Page 369: ...ge Vehicle Identification Number VIN and delivery date of the vehicle Description of the problem While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service it is added security while traveling for you and your family Remember we are only a phone call away Chevrolet Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 234 8872 text telephone TTY users call 1 888 889 2438 Chevrolet reserves the right to limit...

Page 370: ... it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps minimize your inconvenience ...

Page 371: ...verage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating GM dealers and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your GM dea...

Page 372: ...verity of a collision This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes these on board systems do not record sounds such as conversation of vehicle occupants To read this information special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the device that...

Page 373: ... 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifyi...

Page 374: ...d transfer cases Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle In Canada information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or by calling 1 800 GM DRIVE 1 800 463 ...

Page 375: ...6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc on the World Wide Web at www helminc com Or you can write to Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to...

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Page 377: ...lated Wheels 5 79 Care of Safety Belts 5 77 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 81 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 78 Fabric Carpet 5 74 Finish Care 5 78 Appearance Care cont Finish Damage 5 80 Glass Surfaces 5 76 Instrument Panel 5 76 Interior Plastic Components 5 76 Leather 5 76 Sheet Metal Damage 5 80 Tires 5 80 Underbody Maintenance 5 81 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 81 Vinyl 5 76 Washing Your Ve...

Page 378: ... 5 48 Buying New Tires 5 61 C California Fuel 5 6 Canadian Owners ii Capacities and Specifications 5 93 Carbon Monoxide 2 11 2 26 4 24 4 35 Care of Safety Belts 5 77 Your CD Player 3 83 Your CDs 3 83 Cargo Cover 2 36 Cargo Net System 2 42 Cargo Tie Downs 2 39 Center Console Storage Area 2 35 Center Console Switchbank 3 18 Chains Tire 5 66 Charging System Light 3 29 Check Engine Light 3 32 Gages Wa...

Page 379: ...djustment 3 22 Clutch Hydraulic 5 25 Content Theft Deterrent 2 13 Control of a Vehicle 4 5 Convertible Top 2 51 Lowering the Convertible Top 2 53 Raising the Convertible Top 2 54 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 3 32 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 28 Cooling System 5 30 Cruise Control Lever 3 9 Cruise Control Light 3 37 Cupholder s 2 35 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation 7 8 Custome...

Page 380: ...In Rain and on Wet Roads 4 16 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 4 28 Winter 4 24 E Electrical System Add On Equipment 5 83 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 88 Floor Console Fuse Block 5 85 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 84 Headlamps 5 83 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 84 Relay Center 5 91 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 84 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 19 Battery 5 38 Change Engine Oil Light 3 37 Ch...

Page 381: ... a Portable Fuel Container 5 10 Filling Your Tank 5 8 Fuels in Foreign Countries 5 7 Gage 3 39 Fuel cont Gasoline Octane 5 5 Gasoline Specifications 5 5 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 88 Floor Console Fuse Block 5 85 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 84 Relay Center 5 91 Windshield Wiper 5 84 G Gage Auxiliary Package 3 40 Check Gages Warning Light 3 38 Engine Coolant Temperature 3 32 Fuel 3 39 O...

Page 382: ...y Hypnosis 4 21 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 22 HomeLink Transmitter 2 30 HomeLink Transmitter Programming 2 31 Hood Checking Things Under 5 10 Release 5 11 Horn 3 6 How to Use This Manual ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 12 Hydraulic Clutch 5 25 I Ignition Positions 2 16 Infants and Young Children Restraints 1 22 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 58 Inflator Kit Tire 5 68 Instrument Panel Brightness 3...

Page 383: ...nder 3 26 Security 3 37 TCS Warning Light 3 31 Traction Control System TCS Warning 3 31 Lighting Exit 3 17 Perimeter 3 17 Theater Dimming 3 17 Locks Door 2 9 Power Door 2 10 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 10 Loss of Control 4 13 Lowering the Convertible Top 2 53 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services 6 6 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 9 Int...

Page 384: ...placement Parts 6 14 O Odometer 3 25 Odometer Trip 3 25 Off Road Recovery 4 12 Oil Change Engine Oil Light 3 37 Engine 5 13 Pressure Gage 3 36 Older Children Restraints 1 19 Online Owner Center 7 4 Other Warning Devices 3 5 Outlet Adjustment 3 22 Outside Automatic Dimming Heated Mirror 2 30 Convex Mirror 2 29 Power Heated Mirrors 2 29 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Owners Canadian ii P Park P Shift...

Page 385: ...view Mirror Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with HomeLink 2 28 Rearview Mirrors 2 28 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 34 Reduced Engine Power Light 3 38 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 5 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 6 Replacement Bulbs 5 49 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 7 11 General Motors 7 11 United States Gove...

Page 386: ...rvice 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 5 Doing Your Own Work 5 4 Service cont Engine Soon Light 3 32 Publications Ordering Information 7 12 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 51 Setting the Time 3 59 Sheet Metal Damage 5 80 Shifting Into Park P 2 24 Shifting Out of Park P 2 25 Side Saddle Storage 2 47 Signals Turn and Lane Change 3 7 Specifications Capacities 5 93 Speedo...

Page 387: ...erminology and Definitions 5 55 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 62 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 5 63 Wheel Replacement 5 63 Tires cont When It Is Time for New Tires 5 60 Top Strap 1 28 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 29 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 34 Towing a Trailer 4 35 Your Vehicle 4 34 Traction Control System TCS 4 8 Control System Warning Light 3 31 Trailer Recommendations 4 35 Transmission ...

Page 388: ... 22 Visors 2 13 W Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 23 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages 3 45 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 5 Other Warning Devices 3 5 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 63 Replacement 5 63 Windows 2 11 Power 2 12 Windshield Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 79 Windshield Washer 3 9 Fluid 5 34 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 50 Fuses 5 84 Wind...

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