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Chevrolet 2006 Cobalt, Owner'S Manual

The Chevrolet 2006 Cobalt Getting To Know Manual is a comprehensive guide designed to help you understand and explore the features of your vehicle. This manual is available for free download at manualshive.com, providing you with the essential information you need to maximize your Cobalt ownership experience.

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Customer Assistance Information

Courtesy Transportation .................................. 7-8
Customer Assistance for Text

Telephone (TTY) Users ............................... 7-4

Customer Assistance Offices ........................... 7-5
Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..................... 7-2
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ............... 7-6
Reporting Safety Defects to

General Motors ........................................ 7-16

Reporting Safety Defects to the

Canadian Government .............................. 7-16

Reporting Safety Defects to the

United States Government ......................... 7-16

Roadside Assistance Program ......................... 7-7
Service Publications Ordering Information ........ 7-17

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Daytime Running Lamps .................................. 3-14
Defensive Driving ............................................. 4-2
Delayed Locking ............................................... 2-8
Differential, Limited-Slip .................................... 4-11
Doing Your Own Service Work ........................... 5-4
Dome Lamp ................................................... 3-15

Door

Automatic Door Lock ..................................... 2-9
Delayed Locking ........................................... 2-8
Locks .......................................................... 2-7
Power Door Locks ......................................... 2-8
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock .............. 2-9
Rear Door Security Locks ............................... 2-9

Driver

Position, Safety Belt ..................................... 1-15
Seat Height Adjuster ...................................... 1-3

Driver Information Center (DIC) ......................... 3-38

DIC Operation and Displays .......................... 3-38
DIC Vehicle Personalization .......................... 3-42
DIC Warnings and Messages ........................ 3-40

Driver’s Storage Compartment .......................... 2-37
Driving

At Night ..................................................... 4-17
City ........................................................... 4-20
Defensive ..................................................... 4-2
Drunken ....................................................... 4-3
Freeway ..................................................... 4-21
Hill and Mountain Roads .............................. 4-24
In Rain and on Wet Roads ........................... 4-18
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out ................. 4-31
Winter ........................................................ 4-26

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Summary of Contents for 2006 Cobalt

Page 1: ...d Indicators 3 22 Driver Information Center DIC 3 38 Audio System s 3 48 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 36 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Headlamp Aiming 5 44 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 53 Tires 5 54 Appearance Care 5 83 Vehicle Identification 5 91 Electrical Syst...

Page 2: ...eave 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 word...

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: ...nder 1 28 Child Restraints 1 29 Older Children 1 29 Infants and Young Children 1 32 Child Restraint Systems 1 35 Where to Put the Restraint 1 40 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 41 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 46 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 48 Airbag System 1 51 Where Are the Airbags 1 54 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 57 Wha...

Page 8: ...den movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Lift the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place 1 2 ...

Page 9: ... until the seat is at the desired height To lower the seat move the lever downward repeatedly until the seat is at the desired height Manual Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature the knob is located on the front of the driver seat lower cushion on the inboard side Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the lumbar support 1 3 ...

Page 10: ... The indicator light will be lit to indicate that the setting is on low Return the switch to the center to turn off the heated seat If your vehicle has been turned off the last heated seat setting will be retained when the vehicle is started again Reclining Seatbacks Your vehicle has reclining seatbacks The lever is located on the outboard side of the seats Lift the lever to release the seatback M...

Page 11: ...afety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this The shoulder belt cannot do its job 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 cannot 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 caus...

Page 12: ...ss the button on the side of the head restraint to adjust it Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash 1 6 ...

Page 13: ... person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked The front passenger seat can be used to easily get in and out of the rear seat To use the easy entry seat do the following 1 Push down the easy entry seat handle located on the rear of the seatback on the outboard side to release the seatback 2 Tilt the seatback forward completely while pushing the seat forward 3 Mo...

Page 14: ...for more cargo space To lower the rear seatback follow these steps 1 Open the trunk and pull one or both of the small handles located in the center of the trunk 2 Once the handle is pulled the seatback can be pushed open through the trunk or pulled open from the inside of the vehicle 1 8 ...

Page 15: ...usly injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted Safety Belts Safety Belts They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts CAUTION Do not let anyone ride where he or she cannot wear a safety belt pr...

Page 16: ...eminder Light on page 3 24 and Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3 25 In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here is why They work You never know if you will be in a crash If you do have a crash you do not know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person would not survive But most...

Page 17: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 1 11 ...

Page 18: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 12 ...

Page 19: ...nel 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 is why safety belts make such good sense 1 13 ...

Page 20: ...belts not instead of them Every airbag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you are in a vehicle that has airbags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That is true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I am a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an exc...

Page 21: ...tion First you will want to know which restraint systems your vehicle 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 ...

Page 22: ... 21 6 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt shou...

Page 23: ...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 17 ...

Page 24: ...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 18 ...

Page 25: ...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 19 ...

Page 26: ... 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 20 ...

Page 27: ...height that is right for you Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder To move it down press the release button A and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the height adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the heig...

Page 28: ...ont Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 1 15 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all th...

Page 29: ... the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 28 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be a...

Page 30: ...ause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too muc...

Page 31: ...er seats and for some adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outboard passenger position in the rear seat Here is how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip 1 25 ...

Page 32: ...ic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 1 26 ...

Page 33: ...ckle position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1 22 Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Turn the guide and clip inward and slide them in be...

Page 34: ...lacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 66 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will order you an extender It is free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else ...

Page 35: ...t should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled u...

Page 36: ...so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides on page 1 25 If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on t...

Page 37: ...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 Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 1 31 ...

Page 38: ...hildren ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints Young children should not use the vehicle s adult safety belts alone unless there is no other choice Instead they need to use a child restraint CAUTION People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A baby does not weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy ...

Page 39: ...d or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide 1 33 ...

Page 40: ...t 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 special needs CAUTION Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and neck T...

Page 41: ...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 42: ...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 36 ...

Page 43: ...aint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle An add on child restraint system is a portable one which is purchased by the vehicle s owner To help reduce injuries an add on child restraint must be secured in the vehicle With built in or add on child restraints the child has to be secured within the child restraint When choosing an add on child restraint be sure the child restraint is design...

Page 44: ...lt portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 41 for more information A child can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle When securing an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and t...

Page 45: ... that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side CAUTION A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Make sure the child is properly secured following the instructions that came with that...

Page 46: ...nt would be very close to the inflating airbag CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off We recommend that rear facing...

Page 47: ... safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint equipped with LATCH attachments The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how to use the child restraint and its attachments The following explains how to attach a...

Page 48: ... attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached In the United States some child restraints also have a top tether Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint If the child restraint does not have a top tether one can be obtained in kit form for man...

Page 49: ...ion where the child restraint will be placed Do not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger s position if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached There is no place to attach the top tether in this position Accident statistics show that children are safer if they...

Page 50: ...han one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured if this happens To help prevent injury to people and damage to your vehicle attach only one child restraint per anchor 1 Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lower anchors If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or t...

Page 51: ...uctions If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using has a fixed head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the head restraint If...

Page 52: ...osition Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 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 will show you how 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the rel...

Page 53: ...h down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 1 47 ...

Page 54: ... small child in a forward facing child restraint or booster seat is detected See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 60 and Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3 26 for more information on this including important safety information A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys...

Page 55: ... passenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 60 General Motors recommends that rear facing child restraints be secured in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If your child restraint is forward facing move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the child restraint in this seat See Manual Seats on page 1 2 When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right...

Page 56: ... portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt You should not be able to pull more of the belt from the retractor once the lock has been set 1 50 ...

Page 57: ...indicator is still lit secure the child in the child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle and check with your dealer To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Airbag System Your vehicle has a frontal airbag for the driver and a fr...

Page 58: ...ntal airbags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants frontal airbags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful airbags have provided in the past Roof mounted side impact airbags a...

Page 59: ...aintaining control of the vehicle Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young ...

Page 60: ...he airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 25 for more information Where Are the Airbags The driver s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 54 ...

Page 61: ...er s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side If your vehicle has a side impact airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver it is located in the ceiling above the side windows 1 55 ...

Page 62: ...injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering And if your vehicle has roof mounted side impact airbags never secure anything to the roof of your vehicle by routing the rope or tiedown through any door or window opening I...

Page 63: ... does not move or deform the threshold level for the reduced deployment is about 12 to 16 mph 19 to 26 km h and the threshold level for a full deployment is about 18 to 24 mph 29 to 38 5 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds For example If the vehicle hits a s...

Page 64: ... with side impact airbags there are also airbag modules in the ceiling of the vehicle near the side windows How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle The airbag supplements the prote...

Page 65: ...hield 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 vehicle ...

Page 66: ...bag system Improper service can mean that your airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Passenger Sensing System If your vehicle has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations then your vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger s position A passenger airbag status indicator on the instrument panel will be visible when you turn y...

Page 67: ...cing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Even though the passenger sensing system is designed...

Page 68: ...osition on page 1 48 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion If this happens slightly recline the vehicle s seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restra...

Page 69: ...hicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes This will allow the system to detect that person and then enable the passenger s airbag CAUTION If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system If this ever happens have the vehicle serviced promptly because an adult size perso...

Page 70: ...cle should be serviced There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle You do not want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 17 CAUTION For up to 20 seconds aft...

Page 71: ...he phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 Q Because I have a disability I have to get my vehicle modified How can I find out whether this will affect my airbag system A Changing or moving any parts of the front seats safety belts the airbag sensing and diagnostic modul...

Page 72: ...and the side windows the airbag may not work properly You may have to replace the airbag module in the steering wheel both the airbag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s airbag or the side impact airbag module and the garnish trim near the ceiling and the side windows for roof mounted side impact airbags if equipped Do not open or break the airbag coverings Replacing Re...

Page 73: ... the frontal airbags inflate you will also need to replace the driver and front passenger s safety belt retractor assembly Be sure to do so Then the new retractor assembly will be there to help protect you in a collision After a crash you may need to replace the driver and front passenger s safety belt retractor assemblies even if the frontal airbags have not deployed The driver and front passenge...

Page 74: ... NOTES 1 68 ...

Page 75: ...0 Starting the Engine 2 20 Engine Coolant Heater 2 22 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 23 Manual Transaxle Operation 2 25 Parking Brake 2 27 Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transaxle 2 28 Shifting Out of Park P Automatic Transaxle 2 30 Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transaxle 2 30 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 31 Engine Exhaust 2 31 Running the Engine While Parked 2 32 Mirrors 2 33 Manual Rearview Mi...

Page 76: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 2 ...

Page 77: ...icle you may have to damage the vehicle to get in Be sure you have spare keys If your vehicle is equipped with the OnStar system with an active subscription and you lock your keys inside the vehicle OnStar may be able to send a command to unlock your vehicle See OnStar System on page 2 35 for more information Remote Keyless Entry System If the vehicle has the keyless entry system it operates on a ...

Page 78: ...g rainy or snowy weather Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right 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 4 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Re...

Page 79: ... for more information If enabled through the DIC and it is dark enough outside the vehicle s high beam headlamps and parking lamps will come on each time the unlock button on the transmitter is pressed These exterior lamps will stay on for 20 seconds or until a door is opened See EXT Exterior LIGHTS under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 42 Pressing the unlock button on the remote keyless ent...

Page 80: ...e before the transmitter works it is probably time to change the battery The KEY FOB BATT LOW message in the vehicle s DIC will display if the remote keyless entry transmitter battery is low 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 do the following 1 Insert a fl...

Page 81: ...A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries 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 To lock the driver s door from the outside tu...

Page 82: ...ing feature This feature will delay the actual locking of the doors for up to five seconds when the power door lock switch or remote keyless entry transmitter is used to lock the vehicle If any door is open when locking the vehicle three chimes will sound signaling that the delayed locking feature is active Five seconds after the last door is closed all of the doors will lock and the turn signal l...

Page 83: ...atic door unlock feature The doors can be programmed through the Driver Information Center DIC to automatically unlock several ways See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 42 for more information Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle has rear door security locks These prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside The rear door security locks are located on the inside edge of eac...

Page 84: ...when locking your vehicle The lockout protection can be overridden by pressing and holding the power door lock in the lock position for three seconds Trunk To release the trunk lid from the outside use the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You cannot see or s...

Page 85: ... than 2 mph 3 km h Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk enabling them to open the trunk from the inside There is a glow in the dark emergency trunk release handle lo...

Page 86: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 12 ...

Page 87: ...the switch to the first position and the driver s window will open a small amount Press the switch down fully and the window will go all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering pull the front of the switch up Window Lockout o Window Lockout The driver s window controls also include a lockout switch Press the right side of the switch to prevent the rear passengers from using their wind...

Page 88: ...door lock switch while the driver s door is open The system will arm after either of these things occur Thirty seconds after all the doors are closed Sixty seconds with any door open If you press the lock button on the transmitter a second time while all the doors are closed the system will arm immediately The system will still arm in 60 seconds if a door is open When the open door is closed it wi...

Page 89: ... seconds When an alarm event has finished the system will re arm itself automatically How to Turn Off the System Alarm To turn off the system alarm do one of the following Press the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter The system will then re arm itself Press the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter This will also disarm the system Insert the key in the ignition and...

Page 90: ...l key codes When trying to start the vehicle if the engine does not start and the security light on the instrument panel cluster comes on the key may have a damaged transponder Turn the ignition off and try again If the engine still does not start and the key appears to be not damaged try another ignition key At this time you may also want to check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5...

Page 91: ... lose or damage your PASS Key III key see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to have a new key made Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Do not drive at any one constant speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles 805 km Do not ma...

Page 92: ...ature You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK If you have an automatic transaxle the ignition switch cannot be turned to LOCK unless the shift lever is in PARK P If you have a manual transaxle the ignition switch can be turned to LOCK in any shift lever position CAUTION If you have a manual transaxle removing the key from the ignition switch will lock the steer...

Page 93: ...ion starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will return to RUN for normal driving A warning tone will sound if you open the driver s door while in LOCK or ACC when the key has not been removed from the ignition Column Lock Release The following procedure allows the ignition to be turned to LOCK and for ignition key removal in case of a dead battery or low volta...

Page 94: ...r vehicle s radio will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACC Once the key is turned from RUN to LOCK the radio will continue to work for 10 minutes or until the driver s door is opened Also the power windows and sunroof will continue to work for up to 10 minutes or until any door is opened Starting the Engine Automatic Transaxle Move the shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N The engine will not...

Page 95: ... seconds between each try When the engine has run about 10 seconds to warm up your vehicle is ready to be driven Do not run your engine at high speed when it is cold If the weather is below freezing 32 F or 0 C let the engine run for a few minutes to warm up 3 If the engine still will not start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal a...

Page 96: ...senger s side of the vehicle between the strut and the air cleaner filter 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will no...

Page 97: ...ur 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 Transaxle on page 2 28 If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer Automatic Transaxle on page 4 39 or Towing a Trailer Manual Transaxle on page 4 46 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehi...

Page 98: ...irmly 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 Notice Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while the engine is running at high speed may damage the transaxle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Be sure the engine is not running at high speeds when s...

Page 99: ... shift into LOW L 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 transaxle If you are stuck do not spin the tires When stopping on a hill use the brakes or parking brake to hold the vehicle in place Manual Transaxle Operation This is your shift pattern Here is how to operate your manua...

Page 100: ... parking your vehicle For vehicles with the 2 0L Supercharged engine press down the clutch pedal Then lift up the ring on the shift lever below the shift knob and shift into REVERSE R Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal Shift Speeds CAUTION If you skip a gear when you downshift you could lose control of your vehicle You could injure yourself or others Do not shif...

Page 101: ...ke lever is located between the front seats For vehicles equipped with an armrest lift the console armrest in order to access the parking brake lever Manual Transaxle Parking Brake Lever Automatic Transaxle Parking Brake Lever 2 27 ...

Page 102: ...king brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transaxle CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will n...

Page 103: ...ithout first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To prevent torque l...

Page 104: ...tion To shift out of PARK P use the following sequence 1 Apply the brake pedal 2 Then press the shift lever button 3 Move the shift lever to the desired position If you still are unable to shift out of PARK P 1 Fully release the shift lever button 2 While holding down the brake pedal press the shift lever button again 3 Move the shift lever to the desired position If you still cannot move the shif...

Page 105: ...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 106: ...lizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 26 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move ...

Page 107: ...econds to manually turn the automatic dimming function on or off Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Outside Manual Mirror Adjust your outside mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle and have a clea...

Page 108: ...center position when not adjusting either outside mirror Both mirrors can manually be folded by pulling them toward the vehicle This feature may be useful when going through a car wash or a confined space Push the mirrors away from the vehicle to the normal position before driving Outside Convex Mirror CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really a...

Page 109: ...A complete OnStar User s Guide and the Terms and Conditions of the OnStar Subscription Service Agreement are included in the vehicle s glove box literature For more information visit www onstar com or www onstar ca Contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or press the OnStar button to speak to an OnStar advisor 24 hours a day 7 days a week Terms and conditions of the Subscription Service Ag...

Page 110: ...e Calls can be placed nationwide using simple voice commands with no additional contracts and no additional roaming charges To find out more about OnStar Personal Calling refer to the OnStar User s Guide in the vehicle s glove box visit www onstar com or www onstar ca or speak to an OnStar advisor by pressing the OnStar button or calling 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 OnStar Virtual Advisor Your ve...

Page 111: ...ar the left side of the steering column on the bottom of the instrument panel It can be used to store small items and contains the remote trunk release switch For more information see Remote Trunk Release under Trunk on page 2 10 Convenience Net Your vehicle may have a convenience net You will see it inside the back wall of the trunk Put small loads behind the net It can help keep them from fallin...

Page 112: ...switch rearward a second time to open the sunroof If the sunshade is closed it will open automatically with the sunroof To close the sunroof press the switch forward and hold it until the sunroof is closed The sunroof will stop if the switch is released The sunshade must be closed manually The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed if the vehicle has an electrical failure Notice If you for...

Page 113: ...and Cigarette Lighter 3 17 Climate Controls 3 17 Climate Control System 3 17 Outlet Adjustment 3 20 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3 20 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 22 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 23 Speedometer and Odometer 3 24 Tachometer 3 24 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 24 Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 25 Airbag Readiness Light 3 25 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 26 Char...

Page 114: ...o Data Systems RDS 3 49 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS 3 49 Radio with CD Base Level 3 50 Radio with CD Uplevel 3 55 Radio with CD MP3 3 64 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 79 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 79 Radio Reception 3 80 Care of Your CDs 3 81 Care of the CD Player 3 81 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 81 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 81 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3 2 ...

Page 115: ... NOTES 3 3 ...

Page 116: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 117: ...Audio System See Audio System s on page 3 48 J Fog Lamp Button If Equipped See Fog Lamps on page 3 15 K Trunk Release See Trunk on page 2 10 L Instrument Panel Brightness Control See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 15 M Horn See Horn on page 3 6 N Driver Information Control Button See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 38 O Cigarette Lighter If Equipped Accessory Power Outlet If Equippe...

Page 118: ...ake the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Horn To sound the horn press the center pad on the steering wheel Tilt Wheel A ti...

Page 119: ...the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following G Turn and Lane Change Signals See Turn and Lane Change Signals on page 3 8 23 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 3 8 Flash to Pass See Flash to Pass on page 3 8 O Exterior Lamp Control See Headlamps on page 3 13 3 7 ...

Page 120: ...apidly a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers will not see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows do not go on at all when you signal a turn check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 93 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam push the turn signal lever away from you When the high...

Page 121: ...set for a shorter or longer delay between wipes To the left of the adjust band are bars increasing in size from bottom to top that indicate the frequency of the wipes Smaller bars mean the wipers movement is less frequent Larger bars mean the movement is more frequent 6 Low Speed Move the lever up to the first setting past intermittent for steady wiping at low speed 1 High Speed Move the lever up ...

Page 122: ...therwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision When you release the button the washers will stop but the wipers will continue to wipe for about three times or will resume the speed you were using before Cruise Control With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long ...

Page 123: ...SET Set Press this part of the button to set a speed and to decrease the speed To set a speed do the following 1 Press the on off button to turn cruise control on The indicator light on the button will come on 2 Get to the speed you want 3 Press the SET part of the control button and release it The CRUISE ENGAGED message will appear on the Driver Information Center DIC to show the system is engage...

Page 124: ...n release it Each time you do this your vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already engaged Push and hold the SET part of the button until you reach the lower speed you want then release it To slow down in very small amounts push the SET part of the button briefly Each time you do this you ll go about 1 mph 1 6 km h ...

Page 125: ...lamps Parking Lamps This position turns on the parking lamps and taillamps only AUTO Automatic Headlamp System This position automatically turns on the Daytime Running Lamps during daytime and the headlamps parking lamps and taillamps at night This position must be selected in order for the Wiper Activated Headlamps to be activated See Wiper Activated Headlamps on page 3 14 P Off On This position ...

Page 126: ...different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The vehicle has a light sensor on top of the instrument panel Make sure it is not covered or the head lamps will be on when not needed The DRL system will make your front turn signal lamps come on ...

Page 127: ... turn off while the high beam headlamps are turned on Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps Instrument Panel Brightness The control for this feature is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel Turn the knob clockwise to brighten the lights or counterclockwise to dim them Dome Lamp Your vehicle may have a dome lamp 9 Off Move...

Page 128: ... battery Accessory Power Outlet s Accessory power outlets can be used to connect electrical equipment such as a cellular phone or CB radio The outlet can accept electrical equipment rated at a maximum of 20 amps The accessory power outlet is located in the center console rearward of the shift lever To use the outlet remove the cover When not in use always cover the outlet with the protective cap N...

Page 129: ...y itself Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating will not allow the lighter to back away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from overheating may occur to the lighter or heating element or a fuse could be blown Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating To clean the center console ashtray remove the entire ashtray and empty it Notice If you put papers pins ...

Page 130: ...mperature Control Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature inside your vehicle h Recirculate Press this button to prevent outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or to help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly An indicator light above the button will come on in this mode The air conditioning compressor also comes on This mo...

Page 131: ...ndensing 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 mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly For best results clear all snow and ice from the windshie...

Page 132: ...could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid Outlet Adjustment Use the thumbwheels located next to and below the air outlets to change the direction of the airflow and to open and close the outlets Operation Tips Clear away any ice snow or leaves from the ai...

Page 133: ...n page 6 14 To access the passenger compartment air filter you must go through the glove box 1 Open the glove box and remove all articles from the inside 2 Tilt the glove box door down by squeezing on each side of the glove box until the door can be lowered from its track Lower the glove box door 3 Open the passenger compartment air filter door by reaching through the opening in the back of the gl...

Page 134: ... may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and...

Page 135: ...ned to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going about how much fuel is left in the tank and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically United States SS Cluster shown Canada and Base similar 3 23 ...

Page 136: ...r displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Notice If you operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area your vehicle could be damaged and the damages would not be covered by your warranty Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START a chime will sound for several seconds ...

Page 137: ...s unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion If the passenger s safety belt is buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the airbag sen...

Page 138: ...g readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If your vehicle has the passenger sensing system then your instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 60 When the ignition ...

Page 139: ...our vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint n...

Page 140: ...senger seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 25 Charging System Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working Then it should go out when the engine is started If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with the el...

Page 141: ...ake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part is not working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there is a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it does no...

Page 142: ...ed carefully have the vehicle towed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light If your vehicle is equipped with the anti lock brake system the light will come on when your engine is started and may stay on for several seconds That is normal If the light stays on turn the ignition off if the light comes on when you are driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the ...

Page 143: ...rning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on move the shift lever back to a position other than FIRST 1 The warning light should go off See Enhanced Traction System ETS on page 4 9 for more information The warning light will come on when you set your parking brake with the engine running and it will stay on if your parking brake does not release fully If the transaxle shift leve...

Page 144: ...s equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The check engine light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Mal...

Page 145: ...detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Diagnosis and service may be required Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Diagnosis and service may be required If the Light is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle Reducing vehicle speed Avoiding hard accel...

Page 146: ... designed You may notice this as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on If you experience one or more of these conditions change the fuel brand you use It will require at least one...

Page 147: ... not receiving enough oil The engine could be low on oil or could have some other oil problem Have it fixed immediately The oil light could also come on in three other situations When the ignition is on but the engine is not running the light will come on as a test to show you it is working but the light will go out when you turn the ignition to START If it does not come on with the ignition on yo...

Page 148: ... come on when the fog lamps are in use The light will go out when the fog lamps are turned off See Fog Lamps on page 3 15 for more information Highbeam On Light This light will come on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 3 8 Fuel Gage Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left 3 36 ...

Page 149: ... you turn off the ignition For your fuel tank capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 5 102 Boost Gage If equipped this gage is located near the driver s side of the instrument panel cluster This gage indicates vacuum during light to moderate throttle and boost under heavier throttle This gage displays the air pressure level in the intake manifold before it enters the engine s combustio...

Page 150: ...he personalization menu See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 42 for more information DIC Operation and Displays The DIC comes on when the ignition is on The DIC has different modes which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons The button functions are detailed in the following Information Modes 4 Information Press this button to scroll through the following vehicle information modes Outsi...

Page 151: ...el range is an average of recent driving conditions As your driving conditions change this data is gradually updated The FUEL RANGE mode cannot be reset ECON Economy Press the information button until ECON is displayed This mode shows how many miles per gallon mpg or liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km your vehicle is getting based on current and past driving conditions Press and hold the reset but...

Page 152: ... either degrees Fahrenheit F or degrees Celsius C DIC Warnings and Messages These messages will appear if there is a problem detected in one of your vehicle s systems Any message will clear when the vehicle s condition is no longer present The warning message will come back on the next time the vehicle is turned off and back on if the condition is still present With most messages a warning chime w...

Page 153: ...AJAR This message is displayed if one or more of the vehicle s doors are not closed properly When this message appears you should make sure that the door is closed completely ENGINE DISABLED This message is displayed if the starting of the engine is disabled Have your vehicle serviced by your GM dealer immediately ENG Engine PWR Power REDUCED This message informs you that the vehicle has reduced e...

Page 154: ...h the electric power steering Have your vehicle serviced by your GM dealer immediately SERVICE AIR BAG This message is displayed when there is a problem with the airbag system Let only a qualified technician work on your vehicle Have your vehicle serviced by your GM dealer immediately TRUNK AJAR This message is displayed when the trunk lid of your vehicle is not closed completely You should make s...

Page 155: ...the display will go back to the previous information displayed Personalization Menu Modes UNITS This feature allows you to select the units of measurement in which the DIC will display the vehicle information When UNITS appears on the display press the reset button to scroll through the available settings ENGLISH default in United States All information will be displayed in English units For examp...

Page 156: ...ote keyless entry transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 4 for more information Choose one of the available settings and press the information button to select it and move on to the next feature UNLOCK HORN If your vehicle has remote keyless entry this feature which allows the vehicle s horn to chirp on the first press of the unlock button on the remote keyless entry trans...

Page 157: ...ne of the available settings and press the information button to select it and move on to the next feature DELAY LOCK This feature which delays the actual locking of the vehicle can be enabled or disabled When DELAY LOCK appears on the display press the reset button to scroll through the available settings ON default The doors will not lock until five seconds after the last door is closed You can ...

Page 158: ... following See Programmable Automatic Door Unlock on page 2 9 for more information Choose one of the available settings and press the information button to select it and move on to the next feature UNLK Unlock Automatic Transaxle Only This screen displays only if your vehicle has an automatic transaxle and DRIVER or ALL is selected for the AUTO UNLK feature This feature determines when the automat...

Page 159: ...e information Choose one of the available settings and press the information button to select it and move on to the next feature LANGUAGE This feature allows you to select the language in which the DIC will display Press the reset button to scroll through the available settings ENGLISH default The DIC will display all information in English FRENCH The DIC will display all information in French SPA...

Page 160: ...our mind on the drive is important for safe driving For more information see Defensive Driving on page 4 2 Get familiar with your vehicle s audio system so you can use it with less effort and take full advantage of its features Here are some ways in which you can help avoid distraction while driving While your vehicle is parked Familiarize yourself with all of its controls Familiarize yourself wit...

Page 161: ...ress the clock button again until the minute numbers flash Then turn the ADJ knob to increase or to decrease The time can be set with the ignition on or off Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS To set the hour press the clock button The clock symbol will appear on the display and the hour number will flash Then turn the ADJ knob to increase or to decrease To set the minutes pres...

Page 162: ... and AM The display will show the selection ADJ Adjust Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK Press the right or left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either arrow for two seconds until 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 arrow again to stop scanning ...

Page 163: ...elect BASS or TREB Then press and hold the EQ button for more than two seconds You will hear a beep and the level will be adjusted to the middle position To adjust the tone controls to the middle position first end out of tone by pressing another button causing the radio to perform that function or by waiting five seconds for the display to return to the default display Then press and hold the EQ ...

Page 164: ...er Playing a CD Insert a CD partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing If you want to insert a CD with the ignition off first press the eject button or the DISP knob As each new track starts to play the track number will appear on the display If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it will stay in the player When the igniti...

Page 165: ...utton to advance quickly within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume Release this pushbutton to play the passage The elapsed time of the track will appear on the display 5 y Random Press this pushbutton to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order T and RDM will appear on the display Press RDM again to turn off random play OFF will appear on the display 6 N Repeat Press thi...

Page 166: ... may be loaded with the ignition and radio off if this button is pressed first CD Messages If the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smoother the CD should play The CD is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid If so wait about ...

Page 167: ...e radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While the radio is tuned to an RDS station the station name or call letters will appear on the display RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 con...

Page 168: ...ff press this knob to display the time For RDS press the DISP knob to change what appears on the display The display options are station name RDS station frequency PTY and the name of the program if available For XM if equipped press the DISP knob while in XM mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel Artist Song Title Category or PTY Channel N...

Page 169: ...tion that was selected will be stored for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble EQ Tone To adjust the bass or the treble press and release the EQ button until BASS or TREBLE appears on the display Turn the ADJ knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass or treble level If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble To adjust bass ...

Page 170: ...by pressing another button causing the radio to perform that function or by waiting five seconds for the display to return to the default display Then press and hold the balance fade button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep ALL CENTERED will appear on the display Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the P TYPE bu...

Page 171: ...age press and release the MSG button A new group of words will appear on the display after every press of the button Once the complete message has been displayed MSG will disappear from the display until another new message is received The last message can be displayed by pressing the MSG button You can view the last message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to When a...

Page 172: ... the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Channel Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel Channel Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer a...

Page 173: ... For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message appears after having your vehicle serviced check with your GM dealer XM Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio eight digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate the service Unknown Radio ID not known should only be if hardware failure If th...

Page 174: ...en or scratched the CD will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs on page 3 81 later in this section If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen instead No...

Page 175: ...ll enter CD scan mode and the CD will play the first 10 seconds of each track Press this button again to stop scanning DISP Display Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing TRACK the track number and the elapsed time of the track will appear on the display To change the default on the display time or elapsed time press this knob until you see the display you want then hol...

Page 176: ...bout an hour and try again There may have been a problem while burning the CD The label may be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem Rad...

Page 177: ...f day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and in Canada if available XM offers over 100 coast to coast channels including music news sports talk and children s programming XM provides digital quality audio and text information that includes ...

Page 178: ...d to the current song or channel Artist Song Title Category or PTY Channel Number Channel Name To change the default on the display press the DISP knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob for two seconds The radio will produce a beep and the selected display will now be the default Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped The...

Page 179: ...Q button until BASS or TREBLE appears on the display Turn the ADJ knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass or treble level If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble To adjust bass or treble to the middle position select BASS or TREBLE Then press and hold the EQ button for more than two seconds You will hear a beep and the level will be adjusted to the middle position ...

Page 180: ...by pressing another button causing the radio to perform that function or by waiting five seconds for the display to return to the default display Then press and hold the balance fade button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep ALL CENTERED will appear on the display Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the P TYPE bu...

Page 181: ...age press and release the MSG button A new group of words will appear on the display after every press of the button Once the complete message has been displayed MSG will disappear from the display until another new message is received The last message can be displayed by pressing the MSG button You can view the last message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to When a...

Page 182: ... the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Channel Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel Channel Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer a...

Page 183: ... For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message appears after having your vehicle serviced check with your GM dealer XM Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio eight digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate the service Unknown Radio ID not known should only be if hardware failure If th...

Page 184: ... as cracked broken or scratched the CD will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs on page 3 81 later in this section If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a markin...

Page 185: ...ain to stop scanning ADJ Adjust Turn this knob to go to the previous or next track s Stop turning this knob to play the track DISP Display Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing TRACK the track number and the elapsed time of the track will appear on the display To change the default on the display time or elapsed time press this knob until you see the display you want t...

Page 186: ...recorded using no file folders The system can support up to 11 folders in depth though keep the depth of the folders to a minimum in order to keep down the complexity 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 i...

Page 187: ... and will continue sequentially through all tracks in each folder When the last track of the last folder has been played play will continue from the first track of the first playlist When play enters a new folder the display will not automatically show the new folder name unless you have chosen the folder mode as the default display See DISP later in this section for more information The new track...

Page 188: ...D will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs on page 3 81 later in this section If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen instead Notice If you add any l...

Page 189: ...nd release this pushbutton again to turn off random play RANDOM OFF will appear on the display 6 N Repeat Press this pushbutton once to hear a track over again TRACK REPEAT ON or FLDR REPEAT ON and the repeat symbol will appear on the display The current track will continue to repeat Turn the ADJ knob while in repeat to take you to the previous or next track Press RPT again to turn off repeat play...

Page 190: ... CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first CD Messages CHECK DISC If this message appears on the display and or the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smoother the CD should play The CD is dirty scratched ...

Page 191: ...y With THEFTLOCK activated the radio will not operate if stolen Audio Steering Wheel Controls If your vehicle has this feature some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel They include the following x SEEK w Press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or to the previous radio station and stay there The radio will only seek stations with a strong signal that are in the selected ba...

Page 192: ...nplug the item from the accessory power outlet AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other For better radio reception most AM radio stations will boost the power levels during the day and then reduce these levels during the night Static can also occur when things like storms and power lines...

Page 193: ... CD lens cleaners for CD players is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the internal lens of the CD optics with lubricants Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent straighten it out by hand If the mast is badly bent replace it Check occasionally to make sure the mast is still tightened to the...

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Page 195: ...ompetitive Driving 4 17 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 18 City Driving 4 20 Freeway Driving 4 21 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 22 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 24 Winter Driving 4 26 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 30 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 31 Loading Your Vehicle 4 31 Towing 4 36 Towing Your Vehicle 4 36 Recreational V...

Page 196: ... pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task makes proper defensive driving more difficult and...

Page 197: ...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 198: ... drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means 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 l...

Page 199: ...t answer What if there is an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There is something else about drinking and driving that many people do not know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the b...

Page 200: ...ge 5 3 Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 29 Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths of a second But that is only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or...

Page 201: ... are driving brake normally but do not pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Adding non GM accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modificat...

Page 202: ...ld 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 and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember Anti lock does not change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too ...

Page 203: ...this by pushing on the brake pedal with steadily increasing pressure In an emergency you will probably want to squeeze the brakes hard without locking the wheels If you hear or feel the wheels sliding ease off the brake pedal This will help you retain steering control If you do have anti lock brakes it is different See Anti Lock Brake System ABS on page 4 7 In many emergencies steering can help yo...

Page 204: ...e warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on move the shift lever back to a position other than FIRST 1 The warning light should go off The warning light will come on when you set your parking brake with the engine running and it will stay on if your parking brake does not release fully If the transaxle shift lever is in any position other than FIRST 1 and the warning light ...

Page 205: ...pect steering system problems and or the POWER STEERING message comes on contact your dealer for service repairs See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 40 Steering Tips It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here is why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics wh...

Page 206: ... reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Adding non GM accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a c...

Page 207: ...d reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle...

Page 208: ...t is all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you are following a larger vehicle Also you will ...

Page 209: ... get ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency do not give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger...

Page 210: ...ese conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery un...

Page 211: ...her speed roads Your vehicle s headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you are tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the da...

Page 212: ...ects Just as the 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 Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble On a wet road you cannot stop accelerate or turn as well because your tire to road traction is not as good ...

Page 213: ... puddles But if you cannot try to slow down before you hit them 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 you are going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning does not happen often But it can if your tires do n...

Page 214: ... otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires on page 5 54 City Driving One of the bi...

Page 215: ... is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways turnpikes or superhighways are the safest of all roads But they have their own special rules The most important advice on freeway dri...

Page 216: ...ance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to the next exit The exit ramp can be curved sometimes quite sharply The exit speed is usually posted Reduce your speed according to your speedometer not to your sense of motion After driving for any d...

Page 217: ...t plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Do not let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you...

Page 218: ...ps safer and more enjoyable Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads CAUTION If you do not shift down your brakes could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift down to let your engine assist your brak...

Page 219: ...u go down a steep or long hill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be a...

Page 220: ...d 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 the tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice betwe...

Page 221: ...o the road conditions Under certain conditions you may want to turn the traction system off such as when driving through deep snow and loose gravel to help maintain vehicle motion at lower speeds See Enhanced Traction System ETS on page 4 9 If you do not have ETS accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface und...

Page 222: ... patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here are some things to do to sum...

Page 223: ...ou and kill you You cannot see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out 4 29 ...

Page 224: ...mes If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels but you do not want to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transaxle or oth...

Page 225: ...u may need to be towed out If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 36 Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry the Tire and...

Page 226: ...ressure on page 5 61 There is also important loading information on the Certification label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axle see Certification Label later in this section Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs o...

Page 227: ...ermine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle If your vehicle can tow a trailer see Towing a Trailer Automatic Transaxle on page 4 39 or Towing a Trailer Manual Transaxle on page 4 46 for important information on towing a trailer towing safety rules and trailering tips Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract...

Page 228: ...pacity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available 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 ...

Page 229: ... the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Do not carry more than 141 lbs 64 kg in your vehicle s trunk See Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit earlier in this section CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can ...

Page 230: ...ry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 7 If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motorhome see Recrea...

Page 231: ...dditional advice and equipment recommendations Is your vehicle ready to be towed Just as you would prepare your vehicle for a long trip you will want to make sure your vehicle is prepared to be towed See Before Leaving on a Long Trip on page 4 22 Dinghy Towing You may dinghy tow your vehicle from the front following these steps 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition key to ACC to unlock the s...

Page 232: ...he rear could damage it Also repairs would not be covered by the warranty Never have your vehicle towed from the rear Dolly Towing Your vehicle cannot be dolly towed but can be dinghy towed See Dinghy Towing earlier in this section Notice Dinghy towing your vehicle may cause damage because of reduced ground clearance Always tow your vehicle using the dinghy towing procedure listed in this section ...

Page 233: ...y of your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section Trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling acceleration braking durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That is the reason for this part In it are many time test...

Page 234: ...re than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Do not tow when the outside air temperature is above 100 F 38 C Do not tow more than 1 000 miles 1 600 km per year Three important considerations have to do with weight The weight of the trailer The weight of the trailer tongue The total weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never...

Page 235: ...h will also reduce the trailer weight your vehicle can tow And if you tow a trailer 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 31 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you are using a weight carrying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer ...

Page 236: ...d water can also enter the vehicle Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommend...

Page 237: ...his lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns...

Page 238: ... turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It is important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving on Grades Notice Do not tow on steep continuous grades exceeding 6 miles 9...

Page 239: ... downhill turn your wheels into the curb 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 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake and then shift into PARK P for an automatic transaxle or REVERSE R for a manual transaxle 5 Release the regular brakes When You Are Ready to Leave Aft...

Page 240: ...ex will help you find them quickly If you are trailering it is a good idea to review this information before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions See Engine Overheating on page 5 29 Towing a Trailer Manual Transaxle Do not tow a trailer...

Page 241: ...20 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 21 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 5 23 Manual Transaxle Fluid 5 23 Hydraulic Clutch 5 23 Engine Coolant 5 23 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 29 Engine Overheating 5 29 Cooling System 5 31 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 35 Brakes 5 36 Battery 5 39 Jump Starting 5 40 Headlamp Aiming 5 44 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Halogen Bulbs 5 47 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parkin...

Page 242: ...5 Leather 5 85 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 86 Care of Safety Belts 5 86 Weatherstrips 5 86 Washing Your Vehicle 5 87 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 87 Finish Care 5 87 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 88 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 88 Tires 5 89 Sheet Metal Damage 5 89 Finish Damage 5 89 Underbody Maintenance 5 90 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 90 Vehicle Care Appearance M...

Page 243: ...ol and stability control Some of these accessories may even cause malfunction or damage not covered by warranty GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on your vehicle Your GM dealer can accessorize your vehicle using genuine GM Accessories When you go to your GM dealer and ask for GM Accessories you will know that GM trained and supported service technicians will...

Page 244: ...wrong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If you want to do some of your own service work you will want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 17 Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to do your ow...

Page 245: ...hen you drive commonly referred to as spark knock If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible If you are using gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking your engine needs service If your vehicle has the 2 4L L4 engine VIN Code B or the 2 0L Supercharged engine VIN Code P use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 or hi...

Page 246: ...mined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs may not be covered by your warranty Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines 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 Howe...

Page 247: ... 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 248: ...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 passenger s side of the vehicle To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly counterclockwise The fuel cap has a spring in it if the cap is rele...

Page 249: ...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 The CHECK GAS CAP message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC if the fuel cap is not properly installed See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 40 for more information CAUTION If a fire starts...

Page 250: ...fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things th...

Page 251: ...eft It is located under the front center of the hood toward the driver s side of the vehicle 3 After you have partially lifted the hood a gas strut 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 Lower the hood until the lifting force of the strut is reduced then release the hood to latch fully Ch...

Page 252: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2 2L L4 engine 2 4L L4 engine similar here is what you will see 5 12 ...

Page 253: ...ylinder Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 5 36 and Hydraulic Clutch on page 5 23 E Engine Compartment Fuse Block See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 5 96 F Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 5 40 G Remote Negative Terminal See Jump Starting on page 5 40 H Engine Coolant Surge Tank See Cooling System on page 5 31 I Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Wash...

Page 254: ...When you open the hood on the 2 0L L4 Supercharged engine here is what you will see 5 14 ...

Page 255: ...ump Starting on page 5 40 I Engine Coolant Surge Tank See Cooling System on page 5 31 J Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 21 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 must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop ...

Page 256: ...102 Notice Do not add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark 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 Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are...

Page 257: ... 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 Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are id...

Page 258: ...elow 20 F 29 C it is recommended that you use either an SAE 5W 30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W 30 oil Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures For Vehicles with the 2 0L L4 Supercharged Engine Only Look for two things GM4718M Your vehicle s engine requires a special oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M such as Mobil 1 or equivalent Oils me...

Page 259: ...iner and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM4718M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container Your vehicle s engine is filled at the factory with a synthetic oil which meets all requirements for your vehicle Substitute Engine Oil When adding oil to maintain engine oil level oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M may not be available You can add substitute...

Page 260: ...me the system must be reset Your dealer has GM trained service people who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level If the system is ever reset accidentally you must change your oil at 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last oil change Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is cha...

Page 261: ...be a threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer a service station or ...

Page 262: ...er service department Contact your dealer for additional information or the procedure can be found in the service manual To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 17 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 flames if the engine backfires If it...

Page 263: ... the transaxle fluid level A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as soon as possible See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 for the proper fluid to use Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self adjusting This system does not have its own reservoir I...

Page 264: ...lean drinkable water and one half DEX COOL coolant which will not damage aluminum parts If you use this coolant mixture you do not need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixtur...

Page 265: ...more information Checking Coolant The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location CAUTION Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even...

Page 266: ...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 When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight and fully seated Checking Intercooler System Coolant 2 0L L4 Supercharged Engine Only The intercooler system fill neck is located in the front of the engine com...

Page 267: ...tle higher Adding Coolant to the Intercooler System Fill Neck If coolant is not visible in the fill neck add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the fill neck but be sure that the cooling system including the fill neck pressure cap is cool before you do so CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressu...

Page 268: ...is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one quarter of a turn If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop This will allow any remaining pressure to be vented 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture to the fill neck until there is coolant visible in the horizontal tube section of the fill neck 4 With the fill neck...

Page 269: ...nformation If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheat...

Page 270: ...2 In heavy traffic let the engine idle in NEUTRAL N while stopped If it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to PARK P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle 3 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning does not come back on you...

Page 271: ...ric Engine Cooling Fans B Intercooler System Pressure Cap C Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan 2 2L L4 Engine shown 2 4L L4 Engine similar 2 0L L4 Supercharged Engine 5 31 ...

Page 272: ...ngine and there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fan is running If the engine is overheating the fan should be running If it is not your vehicle needs service If your vehicle is equipped with the 2 0L L4 Supercharged engine and there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is...

Page 273: ...the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 5 23 for more information 2 2L and 2 4L L4 Engines If no coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank add coolant as follows CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pr...

Page 274: ...d crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot 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 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coola...

Page 275: ... FILL line add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the COLD FILL line 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated See your dealer if necessary 2 0L L4 Supercharged Engine If no coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank you will need to either see your dealer or refer to the Dealer Service Manual for a special c...

Page 276: ...t use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder and on manual transaxle vehicles the hydraulic clutch use the same reservoir The reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the reservoir There are only two reasons why the brake fluid lev...

Page 277: ...id Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake clutch system your brakes clutch may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a ...

Page 278: ...brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications If your vehicle has rear drum brakes they do not have wear indicators but if you ever hear a re...

Page 279: ...tem for example when your brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts If you do not your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you have come to expect can change in many o...

Page 280: ...TION Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you do not follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you Notice Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that would not be covered by your warranty Trying to start you...

Page 281: ... covered by your warranty Always turn off your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlet Turn off the radio and all lamps that are not needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save the radio 4 Open the hood on the ...

Page 282: ...ear a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you don t exp...

Page 283: ...e terminal location on the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Do not let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do...

Page 284: ... 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the positive terminal cover to its original position Headlamp Aiming The vehicle has a visual opti...

Page 285: ...vehicle should be placed so it is perpendicular to the wall or other flat surface The vehicle should not have any snow ice or mud on it The vehicle should be fully assembled and all other work stopped while headlamp aiming is being done The vehicle should be normally loaded with a full tank of fuel and one person or 160 lbs 75 kg on the driver s seat Tires should be properly inflated Headlamp aimi...

Page 286: ...corded distance from Step 2 and draw or tape a horizontal line the width of the vehicle 4 Turn on the low beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being aimed This should allow only the beam of light from the headlamp being aimed to be seen on the flat surface Notice Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut off when aiming Covering a headlamp may ...

Page 287: ...d 5 for the opposite headlamp Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 5 53 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb p...

Page 288: ...p To replace one of these bulbs do the following 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 11 for more information 2 Remove the two hex bolts from the headlamp assembly 3 Remove the two plastic fasteners from the fascia 4 Pull the front fascia back You may need someone else to assist you with Steps 3 and 4 5 48 ...

Page 289: ...ist in turning the bulb socket 9 Pull the old bulb out of the socket 10 Install a new bulb 11 Reinstall the bulb assembly by reversing Steps 1 through 8 When reinstalling the headlamp assembly first ensure that the wiring harness is in its original position If not the headlamp assembly will not fit correctly You will also need to line up the two tabs on the bottom of the assembly that fit into two...

Page 290: ... need to use the tool to guide the tabs into the assembly Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps Coupe To replace a taillamp or rear turn signal bulb do the following 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 2 10 for more information 2 Remove the fastener which holds down the trunk trim 3 Disconnect the wiring harness by lifting up on the tab to release and pull it straight out 4 Remove the taillamp bulb socke...

Page 291: ...removed the trim there will be one more fastener to remove 3 Remove the outer two screws from the taillamp assembly 4 Disconnect the wiring harness by lifting up on the tab to release and pull it straight out 5 Remove the taillamp from the quarter panel A Sidemarker B Stoplamp Turn Signal Taillamp C Back up 6 Locate the bulb you wish to change 7 Remove the taillamp bulb socket from the assembly by...

Page 292: ...e the back up lamp bulb assembly in the trunk lid 3 Remove the bulb socket by turning it counterclockwise On vehicles that have a back up lamp cover first remove it by depressing the tab at the top 4 Pull out the old bulb 5 Install a new bulb 6 Reinstall the bulb socket by aligning the tabs and turning it clockwise to secure 5 52 ...

Page 293: ...eld wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more information on wiper blade inspection Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 14 Here is how to remove the wiper blades 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 P...

Page 294: ...d a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sud...

Page 295: ...es not cover this type of damage Keep tires set to the correct inflation pressure and when possible avoid contact with curbs potholes and other road hazards For cold weather driving conditions you may prefer to get tires designed for snow or ice See your dealer for details regarding winter tire availability and proper tire selection Also see Buying New Tires on page 5 64 If you choose to use winte...

Page 296: ... DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT Department of Transportation code is the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date th...

Page 297: ... TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load E Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be inflated to 60 psi 420 kPa For more information on tire pressure and inflation see Inflation Tire Pressure ...

Page 298: ...he type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service Description These characters represent the load range and speed rating of the tire The load index represents the load carry capacity a tire is certified to...

Page 299: ...so identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that must...

Page 300: ...e and upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead Speed Rating An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow ban...

Page 301: ...re or irregular wear Poor handling Reduced fuel economy If your tires have too much air over inflation you can get the following Unusual wear Poor handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards A Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle s center pillar below the driver s door latch This label lists your vehicle s original equipment tires and their recommended cold tire ...

Page 302: ...ou overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture High Speed Operation CAUTION Driving at high speeds 100 mph 160 km h or higher puts an additional strain on tires Sustained high speed driving causes ...

Page 303: ...ere Do not include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loading Information label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 102 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can ma...

Page 304: ...al equipment tires installed on your vehicle when it was new were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC spec system rating If you need replacement tires GM strongly recommends that you get tires with the same TPC Spec rating This way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give the same performance and vehicle safety during normal use as ...

Page 305: ...e speed rating as your original equipment tires may not be available for H V W Y and ZR speed rated tires If you choose winter tires with a lower speed rating never exceed the tire s maximum speed capability CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes brands or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you ...

Page 306: ...our vehicle Different Size Tires and Wheels If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires this may affect the way your vehicle performs including its braking ride and handling characteristics stability and resistance to rollover Additionally if your vehicle has electronic systems such as antilock brakes traction control and electronic stability ...

Page 307: ...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 308: ...underinflation or excessive 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 Howe...

Page 309: ...ur vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could 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 or tire chain clearance...

Page 310: ...205 50R17 or 215 45R18 size tires use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten t...

Page 311: ...a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use the jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard warning flashers CAUTION Changing a tire can be dangerous The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people You and they could be badly inju...

Page 312: ...locks The following information will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you will need is located in the trunk Base Models 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 2 10 for more information 2 Lift the trunk liner to access the spare tire and tools 5 72 ...

Page 313: ...tainer B that holds down the spare tire See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 83 4 Remove the spare tire C by placing your hands at the four and eight o clock positions Gently pull it up and out of the trunk 5 Remove the wing nut D that holds the jack and remove the jack and wheel wrench E 5 73 ...

Page 314: ...Uplevel Models 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 2 10 for more information 2 Lift the trunk liner to access the spare tire and tools 5 74 ...

Page 315: ...l wrench B and spare tire C 4 Remove the spare tire by placing your hands at the four and eight o clock positions Gently pull it up and out of the trunk The tools you will be using include the jack A and wheel wrench B You will need to turn the plastic wheel nut counterclockwise to loosen the wheel wrench from the jack 5 75 ...

Page 316: ... and Installing the Spare Tire 1 If your vehicle is equipped with plastic wheel covers use the wheel wrench to loosen the plastic wheel nut caps Once you have loosened the plastic wheel nut caps with the wheel wrench you can finish loosening them with your fingers The plastic nut caps do not come off 5 76 ...

Page 317: ...d by your warranty 4 Position the jack lift head at the jack location nearest the flat tire The front location is about 8 inches 20 cm rearward from the front wheel opening The rear location is about 4 inches 10 cm forward of the rear wheel opening 5 Raise the jack head until it fits firmly in the vehicle s frame where the notch is located nearest the flat tire 6 Put the compact spare tire near yo...

Page 318: ... the vehicle 8 Remove all of the wheel nuts CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to us...

Page 319: ...k handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely CAUTION Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench ...

Page 320: ...overs will not fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare you could damage the cover or the spare Do not try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire It will not fit Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger c...

Page 321: ...A Cover B Retainer C Jack and Wheel Wrench D Stow Bolt Extension E Spare Tire F Bolt Base Model 5 81 ...

Page 322: ...olt 4 Screw the stow bolt extension rod and the sleeve into the existing spare tire hold down bolt 5 Place the jack into the center of the flat tire being careful not to scratch the inside of the wheel 6 Place the smaller jack hold down nut in a safe place for use when you put the compact spare tire back into the trunk 7 Remove the plastic sleeve from the stow bolt extension rod Secure the jack an...

Page 323: ...t spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles And do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires They will not fit Keep the spare tire and its wheel together Notice Tire chains will not fit your compact spare Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chai...

Page 324: ...vehicle s interior maintain adequate ventilation by opening your vehicle s doors and windows Dust may be removed from small buttons and knobs using a small brush with soft bristles Your GM dealer has a product for cleaning your vehicle s glass Should it become necessary you can also obtain a product from your GM dealer to remove odors from your vehicle s upholstery Do not clean your vehicle using ...

Page 325: ...on and repeat the cleaning process that was used with plain water If any of the soil remains a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary When a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be used test a small hidden area for colorfastness first If the locally cleaned area gives any impression that a ring formation may result clean the entire surface After the cleaning proces...

Page 326: ...an alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Some commercial products may increase gloss on your instrument panel The increase in gloss may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may s...

Page 327: ...cle on page 5 87 Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish GM approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer See Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 90 Notice Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may damage it Use only non abrasive waxes and polishe...

Page 328: ...minum or Chrome Plated Wheels The vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum or 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 ch...

Page 329: ... the surface of these wheels Tires To clean the tires use a stiff brush with tire 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 su...

Page 330: ... This damage can take two forms blotchy ring shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this GM will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first Vehicle Care Appearance Materials Descript...

Page 331: ...ifter Quickly and easily removes spots and stains from carpets vinyl and cloth upholstery Odor Eliminator Odorless spray odor eliminator used on fabrics vinyl leather and carpet 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 the driver s side You can see it if you look throu...

Page 332: ... Paint information Production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Electrical System 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 o...

Page 333: ...eakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links This greatly reduces the chance of damage 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 If you...

Page 334: ...r console fuse block is located on the passenger s side of the floor console under the instrument panel To access the fuse block remove the panel on the side of the console Fuses Usage 1 Fuse Puller 2 Spare 3 Spare 4 Spare 5 Spare 5 94 ...

Page 335: ... Climate Control System Cluster 17 Empty 18 Empty 19 Electric Power Steering Steering Wheel Control 20 Sunroof 21 Spare Fuses Usage 22 Empty 23 Audio System 24 Sensing and Diagnostic Module Airbag 25 Engine Control Module Transmission Control Module 26 Door Locks 27 Interior Lights 28 Empty 29 Power Windows Relays Usage 30 Climate Control System 31 Empty 32 Retained Accessory Power 5 95 ...

Page 336: ... engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver s side of the vehicle Lift off the cover to check the fuses See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location 2 2L Engine L61 and 2 4L Engine LE5 5 96 ...

Page 337: ...O BEAM Driver s Side Low Beam Blank Not Used FUEL PMP Fuel Pump EMISN Emissions Fuses Usage Blank Not Used INJ Injectors Blank Not Used ABS Anti lock Brake System PCM ECM Powertrain Control Module Engine Control Module EPS Electric Power Steering AIR PMP Air Pump PRK LPS Park Lamps WPR Windshield Wiper IP IGN Ignition A C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch AIR SOL Air Solenoid ABS2 Anti lock Brake Syst...

Page 338: ...TD SEATS Heated Seats CNSTR VENT Canister Vent Relays Usage RDFG Rear Defogger COOL FAN2 Cooling Fan 2 WPR2 Windshield Wiper 2 CRNK Starter COOL FAN1 Cooling Fan 1 FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump WPR1 Windshield Wiper 1 PWR TRN Powertrain AIR PMP Air Pump A C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch AIR SOL Air Solenoid RUN CRNK Run Crank 5 98 ...

Page 339: ...Fuses Usage SPARES Spares Blank Not Used Blank Not Used Fuses Usage RDFG Rear Defogger COOL FAN2 Cooling Fan 2 CRNK Starter Cobalt SS 2 0L L4 Supercharged Engine 5 99 ...

Page 340: ...el Pump EMISN Emissions Blank Not Used INJ Injectors Blank Not Used ABS Anti lock Brake System Fuses Usage PCM ECM Powertrain Control Module Engine Control Module EPS Electric Power Steering Blank Not Used PRK LPS Park Lamps WPR Windshield Wiper IP IGN Ignition A C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch AFTRCOOL Aftercooler ABS2 Anti lock Brake System PRK NEUT Park Neutral ECM TRANS Engine Control Module T...

Page 341: ...CNSTR VENT Canister Vent Relays Usage RDFG Rear Defogger COOL FAN2 Cooling Fan 2 WPR2 Windshield Wiper 2 CRNK Starter COOL FAN1 Cooling Fan 1 FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump WPR1 Windshield Wiper 1 COOL SER PAR Series Parallel Cooling Fan PWR TRN Powertrain A C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch AFTRCOOL Aftercooler Pump RUN CRNK Run Crank 5 101 ...

Page 342: ...gine 7 4 qt 7 0L Intercooler System 2 0L Engine 2 0 qt 1 9 L Engine Oil with Filter 2 2L L4 and 2 4L L4 Engines 5 0 qt 4 7 L 2 0L L4 Engine Supercharged 6 0 qt 5 7 L Fuel Tank 13 0 gal 49 2 L Transaxle Automatic Complete Drain and Refill 7 0 qt 6 6 L Transaxle Manual Complete Drain and Refill 2 2L L4 and 2 4L L4 Engines 1 7 qt 1 6 L 2 0L L4 Engine Supercharged 1 6 qt 1 5 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ...

Page 343: ...ne Specifications Engine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap 2 2L L4 F Automatic Manual 0 042 inch 1 06 mm 2 0L L4 Supercharged P Manual 0 042 inch 1 06 mm 2 4L L4 B Manual Automatic 0 042 inch 1 06 mm 5 103 ...

Page 344: ... NOTES 5 104 ...

Page 345: ...ule 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 10 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 31 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: ...t once a year and at this time 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 Eng...

Page 349: ...e 5 63 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 6 9 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels If you have the 2 0L L4 supercharged engine check intercooler fluid level Add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b...

Page 350: ...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 21 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter severe service only See footnote h Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every five years whichever occurs first An Emission Cont...

Page 351: ...or cracking Replace wiper blades that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield e Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Have any...

Page 352: ... cap j 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 k If you drive regularly under dusty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change l If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often m Visually inspect belt for fraying excessive cracks or obv...

Page 353: ...ck the coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 23 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer fluid reservoir and add the proper fluid if necessary At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Visually inspect your vehicle s tires and make sure they are inflated to the correc...

Page 354: ...h down halfway and try to start the engine The vehicle should start only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor If the vehicle starts when the clutch is not pushed all the way down your vehicle needs service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be inju...

Page 355: ...sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from th...

Page 356: ...ercharged engine The engine requires a special engine oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M Oils meeting this standard may be identified with the American Petroleum Institute API Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol However not all synthetic API oils with the starburst symbol will meet this GM standard You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M GM Goodwrench oil me...

Page 357: ...d Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Usage Fluid Lubricant Manual Transaxle Shift Linkage Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Clutch Linkage Pivot Points Engine Oil Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or ...

Page 358: ... Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 2 2L L4 and 2 4L L4 Engine 21999324 A2956C 2 0L L4 Engine Supercharged 15239447 Engine Oil Filter 12579143 PF456G Spark Plugs 2 2L L4 and 2 4L L4 Engine 12599232 41 981 2 0L L4 Engine Supercharged 12787099 PFR6T 10G Passenger Compartment Air Filter 52493319 CF125 Windshield Wiper Blade Hook Type Driver s Side 22 inches 56 cm 15243233 Passenger s Side 17 inches 43 ...

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: ...de Assistance Program 7 7 Courtesy Transportation 7 8 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 11 Collision Damage Repair 7 12 Reporting Safety Defects 7 16 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 16 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 16 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 16 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 17 Section 7 Customer ...

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: ...d GM dealers for service nationwide Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members United States only Refer to the web for updated information To register your vehicle visit www MyGMLink com United States or My GM Canada within www gmcanada com Canada Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who us...

Page 367: ... devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313 381 0022 Canada Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 1 800 263 3777 English 1...

Page 368: ... applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more details or to determine your vehicle s eligibility visit gmmobility com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 8...

Page 369: ...eys or locksmith service will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle Delivery of the replacement key will be covered within 10 miles 16 km Emergency Tow Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident Assistance provided when the vehicle is mired in sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Installation of a spare tire w...

Page 370: ...e in frequency or type of occurrence Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notification Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive roadside assistance program accessible from anywhe...

Page 371: ...vice can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait GM helps to minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options Depending on the circumstances your dealer can offer you one of the following Shuttle Service Participating dealers can provide you with shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule Th...

Page 372: ...coverage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your dealer ...

Page 373: ...cle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated such as data related to engine speed brake application throttle position vehicle speed safety belt usage airbag readiness airbag performance and the severity 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 drivi...

Page 374: ...repairs will diminish your vehicle s resale value and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions Collision Parts Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with the same materials and construction methods as the parts with which your vehicle was originally built Genuine GM Collision parts are your best choice to assure that your vehicle s designed appearance durability and s...

Page 375: ...g Your Vehicle Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage There are significant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to your GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs by using aftermarket collision parts Some insurance companies will not s...

Page 376: ...now where the towing service will be taking it Get a card from the tow truck operator or write down the driver s name the service s name and the phone number Remove any valuables from your vehicle before it is towed away Make sure this includes your insurance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle Gather the important information you will need from the other driver Th...

Page 377: ...uired replacement collision parts be original equipment parts either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts Remember recycled parts will not be covered by your GM vehicle warranty Insurance pays the bill for the repair but you must live with the repair Depending on your policy limits your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts Discuss this with your re...

Page 378: ...n 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 notifying General Motors of Ca...

Page 379: ...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 380: ...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...

Page 381: ...na Fixed Mast 3 81 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 81 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 4 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 30 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 88 Care of Safety Belts 5 86 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 90 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 87 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 83 Fabric Carpet 5 85 Finish Care 5 87 Finish Damage 5 89 Instrument Panel Vin...

Page 382: ...kes 5 36 Braking 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 9 Break In New Vehicle 2 17 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Back Up Lamps 5 52 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 49 Halogen Bulbs 5 47 Headlamp Aiming 5 44 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 48 Replacement Bulbs 5 53 Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps 5 50 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 51 Buying New Tires 5 64 C Cali...

Page 383: ...Lamps Lenses 5 87 Fabric Carpet 5 85 Finish Care 5 87 Inside of Your Vehicle 5 83 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 86 Cleaning cont Leather 5 85 Tires 5 89 Underbody Maintenance 5 90 Washing Your Vehicle 5 87 Weatherstrips 5 86 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 88 Climate Control System 3 17 Air Filter Passenger Compartment 3 20 Outlet Adjustment 3 20 Clutch Hydraulic 5 23 Collision...

Page 384: ...Lamps 3 14 Defensive Driving 4 2 Delayed Locking 2 8 Differential Limited Slip 4 11 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 4 Dome Lamp 3 15 Door Automatic Door Lock 2 9 Delayed Locking 2 8 Locks 2 7 Power Door Locks 2 8 Programmable Automatic Door Unlock 2 9 Rear Door Security Locks 2 9 Driver Position Safety Belt 1 15 Seat Height Adjuster 1 3 Driver Information Center DIC 3 38 DIC Operation and Displays 3...

Page 385: ... Coolant Temperature Warning Light 3 32 Engine Compartment Overview 5 12 Exhaust 2 31 Oil 5 15 Oil Life System 5 20 Overheating 5 29 Starting 2 20 Enhanced Traction System ETS 4 9 Warning Light 3 31 Entry Exit Lighting 3 16 Event Data Recorders EDR 7 11 Extender Safety Belt 1 28 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 21 Finish Damage 5 89 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 81 Flash to Pass 3 8 Flat Tire 5 70 Flat Tire C...

Page 386: ...ne Octane 5 5 Specifications 5 6 Glove Box 2 37 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 7 6 H Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Head Restraints 1 6 Headlamp Aiming 5 44 Headlamp Wiring 5 93 Headlamps 3 13 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Daytime Running Lamps 3 14 Flash to Pass 3 8 Halogen Bulbs 5 47 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 48 High Low Beam Changer 3 8 On Reminder 3 14 Wiper Activated ...

Page 387: ...ng Tire Sidewall 5 56 Lamps Battery Run Down Protection 3 16 Dome 3 15 Fog 3 15 Mirror Reading 3 16 LATCH System Child Restraints 1 41 Light Airbag Readiness 3 25 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 3 30 Brake System Warning 3 29 Charging System 3 28 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 3 32 Enhanced Traction System ETS Warning Light 3 31 Fog Lamp 3 36 Highbeam On 3 36 Malfunction Indicator 3 32 Oil Pres...

Page 388: ...s 6 7 Maintenance Schedule cont Maintenance Record 6 15 Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Using 6 3 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 32 Manual Lumbar Controls 1 3 Manual Seats 1 2 Manual Transaxle Fluid 5 23 Operation 2 25 Manual Wind...

Page 389: ...3 Power Mirrors 2 34 Remote Control Mirror 2 33 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Owners Canadian ii P Park P Shifting Into 2 28 Shifting Out of 2 30 Parking Brake 2 27 Over Things That Burn 2 31 Parking Your Vehicle 2 30 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 26 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3 20 Passenger Sensing System 1 60 Passing 4 14 PASS Key III 2 15 PASS Key III Operation 2 16 Power Accessory ...

Page 390: ...earview Mirrors 2 33 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 36 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 4 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 76 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 72 Replacement Bulbs 5 53 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 7 16 General Motors 7 16 United States Gover...

Page 391: ...r 1 3 Easy Entry Seat 1 7 Head Restraints 1 6 Heated Seats 1 4 Seats cont Manual 1 2 Manual Lumbar 1 3 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Split Folding Rear Seat 1 8 Securing a Child Restraint Rear Seat Position 1 46 Right Front Seat Position 1 48 Security Light 3 36 Service 5 3 Accessories and Modifications 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 5 California Proposition 65 Warning 5 3 Doing Y...

Page 392: ...2 37 Driver s Storage Compartment 2 37 Glove Box 2 37 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 30 Sun Visors 2 13 Sunroof 2 38 T Tachometer 3 24 Taillamps Turn Signal Lamps 5 50 Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 51 Theft Deterrent Radio 3 79 Theft Deterrent Systems 2 14 Content Theft Deterrent 2 14 PASS Key III 2 15 PASS Key III Operation 2 16 Tilt Wheel 3 6 Tires 5 54 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Whe...

Page 393: ...le 4 36 Towing a Trailer 4 39 4 46 Your Vehicle 4 36 Traction Enhanced Traction System ETS 4 9 Enhanced Traction System ETS Warning Light 3 31 Limited Slip Differential 4 11 Transaxle Fluid Automatic 5 23 Fluid Manual 5 23 Transaxle Operation Automatic 2 23 Transaxle Operation Manual 2 25 Transmission Up Shift Light 3 29 Trunk 2 10 Turn and Lane Change Signals 3 8 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3...

Page 394: ...g Devices 3 6 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 68 Different Size 5 66 Replacement 5 68 Where to Put the Restraint 1 40 Windows 2 12 Manual 2 13 Power 2 13 Windshield Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 88 Windshield Washer 3 10 Fluid 5 35 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 53 Fuses 5 93 Windshield Wipers 3 9 Winter Driving 4 26 Wiper Activated Headlamps 3 14 X XM ...

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