Chevrolet 2006 Malibu Owner'S Manual Download Page 299

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A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air

Cleaner/Filter on page 5-22.

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

under Engine Oil on page 5-17.

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

under Engine Oil on page 5-17.

D. Engine Coolant Surge Tank. See Cooling System on

page 5-32.

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

Brakes on page 5-39.

F. Battery. See Battery on page 5-42.

G. Engine Compartment Fuse Block. See Engine

Compartment Fuse Block on page 5-102.

H. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding

Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid
on page 5-38.

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Summary of Contents for 2006 Malibu

Page 1: ... 3 22 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 32 Driver Information Center DIC 3 47 Audio System s 3 54 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 39 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 52 Tires 5 54 Appearance Care 5 89 Vehicle Identification 5 98 Electri...

Page 2: ...road If the vehicle is sold leave 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 ...

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: ...ners 1 32 Safety Belt Extender 1 32 Child Restraints 1 32 Older Children 1 32 Infants and Young Children 1 34 Child Restraint Systems 1 38 Where to Put the Restraint 1 42 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 43 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 51 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 53 Airbag System 1 55 Where Are the Airbags 1 58 When Should ...

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: ...e or lower the front of the seat cushion by holding the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion by holding the rear of the control up or down Manual Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature the handle is located on the outboard side of the driver s seat Your vehicle may also have manual lumbar on the front passenger s seat Move the handle up repeatedly to increas...

Page 10: ...t to the number 1 Press the bottom of the switch to turn the feature off The heated seat feature will turn off when the ignition is turned off Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the seatback lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to the desired position Release the lever to lock the seatback in place Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place...

Page 11: ...e 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 cause serious internal injuries For proper prot...

Page 12: ...e head restraint up or down 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 Passenger Folding Seatback Your vehicle may have a passenger folding seatback This feature allows for more cargo space or allows the seatback to be used as a temporary table while the vehicle is stopped 1 6 ...

Page 13: ...stop or turn or in a crash Remove or secure all items before driving To fold the seatback forward do the following 1 Make sure the seatback is in the most upright position and locked by using the reclining seatback lever on the outboard side of the seat See Reclining Seatbacks on page 1 4 2 If your vehicle has the passenger folding seat without an airbag press either lever located on the back of t...

Page 14: ...ught in the seatback CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked 2 Push and pull the seatback to make sure it is locked into place 3 Use the reclining seatback lever to adjust the seatback to a comfortable position See Reclining Seatbacks on pag...

Page 15: ...on the upper part of the trunk opening The driver s side handle will open the larger side of the seatback The passenger s side handle will open the smaller side of the seatback 2 Once a handle is pulled the seatback can be pushed open through the trunk or pulled open from inside the vehicle To fold down the rear seatback on the MAXX do the following 1 Pull up on and hold the lever located on the s...

Page 16: ...can be pushed into the down position CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked 1 10 ...

Page 17: ...e is the MAXX model your rear seat will slide forward or rearward to allow more cargo space in the rear Lift the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock the seat Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure the seat is locked in place If your vehicle has the rear seat entertainment system the rear seat should only be moved forward...

Page 18: ...d or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicl...

Page 19: ...even buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it go...

Page 20: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 1 14 ...

Page 21: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 15 ...

Page 22: ...upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every airbag system ev...

Page 23: ... to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 1 32 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 34 Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you will want to ...

Page 24: ... slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 32 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Move the shoulder belt height adjuster to the height that is right for you See S...

Page 25: ...ould be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of th...

Page 26: ...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 20 ...

Page 27: ...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 21 ...

Page 28: ...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 22 ...

Page 29: ... 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 23 ...

Page 30: ...ter to the height that is right for you To move it down push down the release button A and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up by pushing the release button up After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it without pushing the release button to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt...

Page 31: ...ont Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 1 17 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 32: ... 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 32 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be a...

Page 33: ...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 34: ...ts and for some adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head Malibu Sedan There is one guide for each outside 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 ...

Page 35: ...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 29 ...

Page 36: ...Buckle position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1 25 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 bet...

Page 37: ...t lies flat against the guide CAUTION A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured 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 3 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passenger...

Page 38: ...fety 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 use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The e...

Page 39: ...vere 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 up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safety belts properly CAUTION Never do this Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt can not properly ...

Page 40: ... a lap shoulder belt but the shoulder part is behind the child If the child wears the belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries 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 ...

Page 41: ... Instead they need to use a child restraint CAUTION People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A baby does not weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an app...

Page 42: ...stem is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle s owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also wheth...

Page 43: ...ak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older chil...

Page 44: ... or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint 1 38 ...

Page 45: ...ces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 39 ...

Page 46: ...nstructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both Securing an Add on Child Restraint in the Vehicle CAUTION A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle Make sure the child restraint is properly installed in the vehicle using the vehicle s safety belt or LATCH system f...

Page 47: ...traps that come down over each of the infant s shoulders and buckle together at the crotch The five point harness system has two shoulder straps two hip straps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wid...

Page 48: ...back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat If you need to secure more than one child restraint in th...

Page 49: ... for Children LATCH Your vehicle has the LATCH system The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving or in a crash This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system Make sure that a LATCH compatible child restraint is properly installed usi...

Page 50: ...t with these attachments in your vehicle Your vehicle has lower anchors and top tether anchors Your child restraint may have lower attachments and a top tether Not all vehicle seating positions or child restraints have lower anchors and attachments or top tether anchors and attachments Lower Anchors Lower anchors A are metal bars built into the vehicle There are two lower anchors for each LATCH se...

Page 51: ...hment B to secure the top tether to the anchor Some top tether equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top tether being 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 r...

Page 52: ...nchor position has a label near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion showing where the anchors are located For sedan models each rear seating position has exposed metal lower anchors in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion For MAXX models to assist you in locating the top tether anchors the top tether anchor symbol is located on the back of the rear seatback near th...

Page 53: ...laced 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 are restrained in the rear rather than...

Page 54: ...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 If you need to secure more than one child restraint in the rear seat see Where to Put the Restraint on page 1 42 Depending on where you place the child restraint you may not be able to acce...

Page 55: ...eat Lower Anchors C Driver s Side Rear Seat Lower Anchors A Passenger s Side Rear Seat Lower Anchors B Center Rear Seat Lower Anchors C Driver s Side Rear Seat Lower Anchors Make sure to attach the child restraint at the proper anchor location Sedan MAXX 1 49 ...

Page 56: ...child restraint to the lower anchors 2 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor if equipped Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps 2 1 Find the top tether anchor 2 2 If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint raise it See Head Restraints on page 1 6 2 3 Ro...

Page 57: ...on page 1 43 If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that 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 ...

Page 58: ...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 52 ...

Page 59: ...d restraint say that the top tether must be anchored See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 43 if your child restraint has a top tether Your vehicle has a right front passenger s airbag Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat Here is why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passe...

Page 60: ...or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 54 ...

Page 61: ...iver and a frontal airbag for the right front passenger Your vehicle may also have a seat mounted side impact airbag for the driver and for the right front passenger Your vehicle may also have roof mounted side impact airbags Roof mounted side impact airbags are available for the driver and the passenger seated directly behind the driver and for the right front passenger and the passenger seated d...

Page 62: ...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 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued And for some unrestrained occupants frontal airbags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful airbags have provided in the past Side impact airbags are design...

Page 63: ... 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 children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read...

Page 64: ...Where Are the Airbags The driver s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 58 ...

Page 65: ...pact airbag for the driver it is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door If your vehicle has a seat mounted side impact airbag for the right front passenger it is in the side of the passenger s seatback closest to the door 1 59 ...

Page 66: ...the person seated directly behind the driver it is in the ceiling above the side windows If your vehicle has a roof mounted side impact airbag for the right front passenger and the person seated directly behind that passenger it is in the ceiling above the side windows 1 60 ...

Page 67: ...e designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes But they are designed to inflate only if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold Deployment thresholds take into account a variety of desired deployment and non deployment events and are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restrain the occupants Whe...

Page 68: ...ould inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle goes straight into the object Frontal airbags driver and right front passenger are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers rear impacts or in many side impacts Your vehicle may or may not have side impact airbags See Airbag System on page 1 55 Side impact airbags are intended to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes A side i...

Page 69: ...r the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle The airbag supplements the protection provided by safety belts Airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But the frontal airbags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers re...

Page 70: ...ouch There will be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated airbags Airbag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of the windshield 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...

Page 71: ...service can mean that the airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how your vehicle 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 servici...

Page 72: ...tes retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken airbag co...

Page 73: ... will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision If your seat adjuster will not work after a crash the special part of the safety belt that goes through the seat to the adjuster may need to be replaced If an airbag inflates you will need to replace a...

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

Page 75: ...2 18 Content Theft Deterrent 2 18 PASS Key III 2 20 PASS Key III Operation 2 21 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 22 New Vehicle Break In 2 22 Ignition Positions 2 23 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 24 Starting the Engine 2 24 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 2 25 Engine Coolant Heater 2 26 Automatic Transaxle Operation Base Models 2 27 Automatic Transaxle Operation SS Models 2 30 Parking Br...

Page 76: ...th Compass 2 41 Outside Power Mirrors 2 43 Outside Power Heated Mirrors 2 43 Outside Convex Mirror 2 43 OnStar System 2 44 Universal Home Remote System 2 46 Universal Home Remote System Operation 2 47 Storage Areas 2 50 Glove Box 2 50 Cupholder s 2 50 Center Console Storage Area 2 50 Map Pocket 2 50 Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover MAXX 2 51 Table MAXX 2 52 Convenience Net 2 52 Sunroof 2 53 Se...

Page 77: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 3 ...

Page 78: ...r dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep the tag in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have one made easily using this tag If you need a new key go to your dealer for the correct key code See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 for more information Notice If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle you may have to damage the vehicle to get in Be sure you h...

Page 79: ...t may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this Check the ...

Page 80: ...using the remote keyless entry transmitter See Remote Vehicle Start later in this section for more detailed information Q Lock Press the lock button to lock all the doors The interior lamps will turn off after all of the doors are closed If enabled through the Driver Information Center DIC the remote lock feedback can be programmed to have the horn chirp and or the parking lamps flash when the rem...

Page 81: ...equipped See Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 18 V Remote Trunk Liftgate Release The trunk or liftgate will open when this button on the transmitter is pressed and held for approximately one second You can open the sedan trunk with the transmitter when the vehicle is stationary You can open the liftgate on the MAXX only when the vehicle is in PARK P L Vehicle Locator Panic Alarm This button may b...

Page 82: ...ot to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the remote keyless entry transmitter do the following 1 Insert a flat object with a thin edge into the notch located below the vehicle locator panic alarm button and separate the bottom half from the top half of the transmitter 2 Remove the battery and replace i...

Page 83: ...ting the vehicle s key into the ignition switch and turning it to ON See Ignition Positions on page 2 23 for information regarding the ignition positions on your vehicle You can start your vehicle s engine from approximately 197 feet 60 m away However the range may be less while the vehicle is running and as a result you may need to be closer to your vehicle to turn it off than you were to turn it...

Page 84: ... vehicle s hood is open The hazard warning flashers are on The check engine light is on See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 41 The engine coolant temperature is too high The oil pressure is low Two remote vehicle starts have already been provided Vehicles that have the remote vehicle start feature are shipped from the factory with the remote vehicle start system enabled The system may be enab...

Page 85: ...nd can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or remote keyless en...

Page 86: ...he rear doors do not have power door lock switches Rear seat passengers must use the manual lock knob on their doors Door Ajar Reminder If one of the doors is not fully closed while the ignition is on and the shift lever is moved out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N the following will occur A chime will sound The DOOR AJAR message will display through the Driver Information Center DIC until the door is clos...

Page 87: ...ce when leaving the vehicle the doors will lock immediately If the power door unlock switch or the transmitter unlock button is pressed the doors will unlock immediately and not lock automatically after the doors are closed This feature is turned on at the factory but may be turned off through the Driver Information Center DIC Programmable Automatic Door Locks Your vehicle is programmed at the fac...

Page 88: ...oor manual lock 2 Open the door from the outside To cancel the rear door security lock do the following 1 Unlock the door and open it from the outside 2 Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn it so the slot is in the vertical position Lockout Protection This feature prevents the driver s door from being locked using the power door locks if the key is left in the ignition and a door is...

Page 89: ...hrough the seal between the body and the trunk lid Make sure all other windows are shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle See Climate Control System If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust on page 2 36 Remote Trunk Liftgate Release...

Page 90: ...e MAXX To open the liftgate press the trunk liftgate button on the remote keyless entry transmitter or the remote trunk liftgate release button located on the lower edge of the driver s door See Remote Trunk Liftgate Release under Trunk Sedan on page 2 15 If the liftgate is unlocked you can manually open it by pressing the touchpad switch located on the underside of the liftgate trim panel slightl...

Page 91: ... an express down feature This switch is labeled AUTO Press the front of the switch part way and the driver s window will open a small amount If the front of the switch is pressed all the way down and released the window will go all the way down automatically To stop the window while it is lowering pull the front of the switch momentarily To raise the window pull and hold the front of the switch 2 ...

Page 92: ...tenders that can be pulled out Your vehicle may have lighted visor vanity mirrors located on the passenger and driver s side visor When you lift the cover the light will turn on Theft Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal Content Theft...

Page 93: ...g twice per second this means that a door or the liftgate is open If you do not want to arm the system you may lock the car with the lock knob on the doors Disarming the System You can disarm the system by doing any one of the following Press the remote keyless entry transmitter unlock button Turn the ignition on Turn the driver s door key lock cylinder counterclockwise Once the system is disarmed...

Page 94: ...II The PASS Key III system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation ...

Page 95: ...9 If the engine still does not start with the other key your vehicle needs service If your vehicle does start the first key may be faulty See your dealer who can service the PASS Key III to have a new key made In an emergency contact Chevrolet Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 for more information It is possible for the PASS Key III decoder to learn the transponder va...

Page 96: ...smith 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 make full throttle starts Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the...

Page 97: ...ion ACC ACCESSORY This position lets you use things like the radio and windshield wipers while the engine is not running Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed but never try to push start your vehicle See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4 39 R ON This position unlocks the ignition It is also the position to where the key returns after you start the engine and release the swi...

Page 98: ... will go down as your engine gets warm Notice Repeated attempts to start your engine will cause your battery to drain much sooner Excessive heat can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If it does not start within 10 seconds rotate the key back from START to ON Holding the key in START will not cause the veh...

Page 99: ...l it is designed to disable the switch Simply remove the obstruction and try to adjust the pedals again The switch used to adjust the pedals is located on the left side of the instrument panel To use your adjustable throttle and brake pedal feature do the following The adjustable pedal feature is meant to be used with the adjustable seat and adjustable steering wheel controls to reach a safe and c...

Page 100: ...lant heater cord is located on the driver s side around the battery box See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location 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 ou...

Page 101: ...can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into Park P on page 2 34 If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 42 Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic tran...

Page 102: ...EUTRAL 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 shifting your vehicle DRIVE D This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you are Going less than 35 mph 56 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 56 km h or...

Page 103: ...gears but provides more engine braking and lower fuel economy than DRIVE D The actual gear is determined by throttle and vehicle speed L3 LOW 3 DRIVE 3 This position prevents fourth gear operation Actual gear is determined by throttle and vehicle speed L2 LOW 2 DRIVE 2 This position prevents third and fourth gear operation Actual gear is determined by throttle and vehicle speed If you shift from L...

Page 104: ...e if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lev...

Page 105: ...32 NEUTRAL N In this position your engine does not connect with the wheels To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or ...

Page 106: ... panel shows M1 M2 M3 M4 Position M for the manual mode and a number representing the gear the transaxle is in Press the minus end of the button on the shift lever to downshift Press the plus end of the button to upshift The shift lever must be moved back to DRIVE D to turn off the manual mode and return to fully automatic shifting While using the Driver Shift Control DSC feature the vehicle will ...

Page 107: ...on See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 36 To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down momentarily on the parking brake pedal with your left foot until you feel the pedal release If the parking brake is not released when you begin to drive the brake system warning light will be on and a chime will sound warning you that the parking brake is sti...

Page 108: ...y and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it co...

Page 109: ...ue lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push your vehicle a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle then you will be able to pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK P See Automatic Transaxle...

Page 110: ...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 111: ...ne running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 27 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be i...

Page 112: ...ealer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar See OnStar System on page 2 44 for more information about the services OnStar provides Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror with OnStar This feature enables the mirror to sense nighttime glare from vehicle headlamps from behind and automatically dim to reduce ...

Page 113: ...44 for more information about the service OnStar provides Compass Operation Press the on off button once to turn the compass on or off When the ignition and the compass feature are on the compass will show two character boxes for a few seconds After a few seconds the mirror will display the current compass direction Compass Calibration If after a few seconds the display does not show a compass dir...

Page 114: ... eight Under certain circumstances such as a long distance cross country trip it will be necessary to adjust the compass variance To adjust for compass variance do the following 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the zone map that follows 2 Press and hold the on off button until a zone number appears on the display 3 Once the zone number appears on the display press the on of...

Page 115: ... will come on Compass Operation Press the on off button once to turn the compass on or off When the ignition and the compass feature are on the compass will show two character boxes for a few seconds After a few seconds the mirror will display the current compass direction Compass Calibration If after a few seconds the display does not show a compass direction N for North for example there may be ...

Page 116: ... eight Under certain circumstances such as a long distance cross country trip it will be necessary to adjust the compass variance To adjust for compass variance do the following 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the zone map that follows 2 Press and hold the on off button until a zone number appears on the display 3 Once the zone number appears on the display press the on of...

Page 117: ...ed space Push the mirrors away from the vehicle to the normal position before driving Outside Power Heated Mirrors If the vehicle has this feature when the rear window defogger is turned on the heated driver s and passenger s outside power mirrors are warmed to help clear them of ice snow and condensation See Rear Window Defogger under Climate Control System on page 3 22 for more information Also ...

Page 118: ...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 119: ...s 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 vehicle ...

Page 120: ...n is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interference receiv...

Page 121: ...ear of the garage door or gate operator you are programming When programming a garage door it is advised to park outside of the garage It is recommended that a new battery be installed in your hand held transmitter for quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio frequency signal Programming Universal Home Remote Follow these steps to program up to three channels 1 Press and hold down the t...

Page 122: ... device most commonly a garage door opener 6 Locate in the garage the garage door opener receiver motor head unit Locate the Learn or Smart button This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor head unit 7 Firmly press and release the Learn or Smart button The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer You will have 30 seconds to start Step 8 8 Return ...

Page 123: ...rsal Home Remote The Universal Home Remote indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 4 under Programming Universal Home Remote to complete Using Universal Home Remote Press and hold the appropriate Universal Home Remote button for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing Universal Home Remote Button...

Page 124: ... Areas Glove Box To open pull the handle down and pull the glove box door down until it stops and is fully open Cupholder s There is one cupholder located at the rear of the shift lever and one is to the side of the shift lever Pull down the door on the back of the center console to use the rear seat cupholders Center Console Storage Area There is a storage compartment in the center console area T...

Page 125: ...ce above the panel Place the cargo on top of the panel in this position CAUTION If you were to carry things on the adjustable panel when it is in the upper cargo cover or center positions during a sudden vehicle movement or a crash those things could be thrown around in the vehicle You or others could be injured When it is in the upper or center position always secure any cargo on the floor beneat...

Page 126: ...sition 2 Turn the knob to release the leg from the plastic side of the table and rotate leg outward 3 Set the table leg onto the liftgate lock striker at the rear edge of the vehicle Make sure to place the table leg securely onto the liftgate lock striker Notice Driving with the panel extended into the table position could damage your vehicle Always have the panel in the stored position while you ...

Page 127: ...d open positions can be adjusted for driving comfort by pushing and holding the front of the switch until the sunroof moves to the desired position A deflector will automatically pop up when the sunroof is opened The deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed To close the sunroof push the front of the switch and hold it until the sunroof is closed The sunroof will stop if the switch is rele...

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Page 129: ...ss 3 19 Dome Lamp 3 19 Entry Exit Lighting 3 19 Parade Dimming 3 19 Front Reading Lamps 3 20 Rear Reading Lamps 3 20 Trunk Lamp 3 20 Cargo Lamp 3 20 Battery Run Down Protection 3 20 Accessory Power Outlet s 3 21 Cigarette Lighter 3 22 Climate Controls 3 22 Climate Control System 3 22 Automatic Climate Control System 3 27 Outlet Adjustment 3 31 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 32 Instrument Pa...

Page 130: ...dios without Radio Data Systems RDS 3 55 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS 3 55 Radio with CD Base Level 3 56 Radio with CD Up Level 3 61 Radio with Six Disc CD 3 71 Rear Seat Entertainment System 3 86 Rear Seat Audio RSA Without Entertainment System 3 101 Rear Seat Audio RSA With Entertainment System 3 103 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 105 Audio Steering Wheel Controls Three Spo...

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Page 132: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 133: ...ystem on page 3 22 M Adjustable Pedal Buttons If Equipped See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 2 25 N Instrument Panel Brightness Control See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 19 O Storage Compartment P Fog Lamps If Equipped See Fog Lamps on page 3 18 Q Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 11 R Parking Brake See Parking Brake on page 2 33 S Horn See Horn on page 3 6 T Audio Steer...

Page 134: ...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 Press near or on the horn symbols on your steering wheel pad to sound the horn Tilt and Telesc...

Page 135: ...e wheel in place The wheel can be adjusted up and down as well as forward and backward Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following Turn and Lane Change Signals See Turn and Lane Change Signals on page 3 8 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 Exterior Lig...

Page 136: ...lane change if the arrows flash rapidly a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and then check the fuse See Fuses on page 5 99 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam push the t...

Page 137: ...t 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 to the second setting past intermittent for wiping at high speed 8 Mist ...

Page 138: ...ally They will turn off 15 seconds after the wipers are turned off Windshield Washer To wash your windshield push in the button at the end of the stalk until the washers begin CAUTION In freezing weather do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision When you release the button the washers will stop but the wiper...

Page 139: ... side turns on a wiper setting There is one shared washer fluid reservoir for the front and rear windshield wipers See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 38 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 trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h When y...

Page 140: ...ylinder brake fluid level is low The light on the instrument panel cluster will come on after the cruise control has been set to the desired speed CAUTION If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise contr...

Page 141: ...el button on the steering wheel briefly Each time you do this you ll go about 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your sp...

Page 142: ...on automatically turns on the Daytime Running Lamps during daytime and the headlamps parking lamps and taillamps at night P Off On This position is the momentary Off On switch for the Automatic Headlamp System In Canada this only works when the vehicle is in PARK P When operating in AUTO a momentary turn of the switch to off on will turn off the Automatic Headlamp System Turn the switch to off on ...

Page 143: ...Daytime Lamps P AUTO 2 Headlamp OFF DRL Mode OFF ON Parking Lamp OFF OFF ON ON Taillamp OFF OFF ON ON United States Exterior Lamp Positions for Nighttime Lamps P AUTO 2 Headlamp OFF ON OFF ON Parking Lamp OFF ON ON ON Taillamp OFF ON ON ON Canadian Exterior Lamp Positions for Daytime Lamps P AUTO 2 Headlamp DRL Mode DRL Mode DRL Mode ON Parking Lamp OFF OFF ON ON Taillamp OFF OFF ON ON 3 15 ...

Page 144: ...ong with the other lamps when it is dark outside turn the exterior lamp control to the AUTO or headlamp position This feature will not work for Canadian vehicles Delayed Headlamps The delayed headlamps feature will continue to illuminate the headlamps for 20 seconds after the key is turned to off at night Then the headlamps will automatically turn off To override the 20 second delayed headlamp fea...

Page 145: ...h for one ignition cycle As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it Light Sensor Your vehicle has a light sensor on top of the instrument panel Make sure it is not covered or the headlamps may remain on when you do not need them The light sensor for the DRL and Automatic Headlamp features is located on top of the instrument panel The automatic headlamp syst...

Page 146: ...ness control is in the full bright position See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 19 To idle your vehicle with the system off turn the ignition on and turn the exterior light switch to the off on position For Canadian vehicles the transaxle must stay in PARK P for this function As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamps when you need them Fog Lamps If your vehicle has this fe...

Page 147: ...fter the last door is closed or when the ignition is turned on after all doors have been closed These lamps will also go on when you press the trunk release button the unlock button or the panic button on the remote keyless entry transmitter The lamps inside of your vehicle will turn on for about 10 seconds after your key is removed from the ignition to provide an illuminated exit Parade Dimming P...

Page 148: ... you want to leave the liftgate open you can turn off the cargo lamp by pushing on the lens Battery Run Down Protection Your vehicle has a battery run down protection feature designed to protect your vehicle s battery When any interior lamp trunk reading or visor vanity is left on while the ignition is turned off the battery run down protection system will automatically shut the lamp s off after 2...

Page 149: ...do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets Notice Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from w...

Page 150: ...pins or other flammable items in the ashtray hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage your vehicle Never put flammable items in the ashtray Climate Controls Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating cooling and ventilation for your vehicle If your vehicle has the remote start feature the climate control system will function as part o...

Page 151: ...ulation mode is selected the air inside the vehicle will be recirculated through the climate control system and the vehicle not from outside your vehicle This mode is helpful when you are trying to limit odors from entering your vehicle and for maximum air conditioning performance in hot weather When the button is pressed an indicator light above the button will come on to let you know that it is ...

Page 152: ... is activated On hot days open the windows to let hot inside air escape then close them This helps to reduce the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down It also helps the system to operate more efficiently For quick cool down on hot days do the following 1 Select the vent mode 2 Select the highest fan speed 3 Select air conditioning 4 Select the recirculation mode 5 Select the coolest temperat...

Page 153: ... will turn off when defog is selected If the air conditioning button is pressed while in defog mode the indicator light will turn on If the button is pressed again the light will turn off The recirculation mode cannot be selected while in the defog mode Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear 1 Defrost This mode directs most of the air to the windshield with some air directed to t...

Page 154: ...utes before turning off The defogger can also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine If your vehicle s speed is maintained above 50 mph 80 km h the rear window defogger will remain on once the button is pressed If your vehicle has the remote start feature the rear defogger will automatically be turned on if it is cold outside The indicator light will be on When the...

Page 155: ...ature is over about 40 F 4 C The air inlet will normally be set to outside air If it s hot outside the air inlet may automatically switch to recirculate inside air to help quickly cool down your vehicle 2 Set the temperature To find your comfort setting start with an initial temperature setting and allow about 20 minutes for the system to regulate Press the up or down arrow temperature buttons to ...

Page 156: ...ust to the following settings highest fan speed panel mode recirculation and full cold position If inside air temperature is between 72 F 22 C and 79 F 26 C the system will adjust automatically to the following settings medium fan speed panel mode recirculation and the full cold position The climate control will change back to manual operation by turning on the vehicle with the key See Remote Keyl...

Page 157: ...r comfort since window fogging will rapidly occur if the air conditioning compressor is not engaged Pressing this button cancels the auto recirculation feature Each time the vehicle is started the system will revert to the auto recirculation function If you select recirculation while in defrost defog or floor the light on the button will flash three times and go out to let you know this is not all...

Page 158: ...of fog or moisture Turn the mode knob to this position to select this setting This setting will deliver air to the floor and windshield outlets 0 Defrost Turn the mode knob to this position to defrost the windshield The system will automatically control the fan speed if you select defrost from AUTO mode If the outside temperature is 40 F 4 C or warmer your air conditioning compressor will automati...

Page 159: ... the center of the instrument panel are dedicated to the rear seats These outlets are fixed to aim airflow into the rear seats to help cool the rear occupants in hot weather Airflow can be shut off at the upper outlets by turning the vertical thumbwheel The louvers are fixed do not attempt to move them or they may break Operation Tips Clear away any ice snow or leaves from the air inlets at the ba...

Page 160: ...ges some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they are working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there is a problem with your vehicle When one of the warni...

Page 161: ...l know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically Your vehicle has this instrument panel cluster which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages United States Base version shown Canada and SS Model Similar 3 33 ...

Page 162: ...dometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far you have driven since you last reset it The trip odometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information Center DIC See DIC Operation and Displays on page 3 47 for mo...

Page 163: ...irbag system see Airbag System on page 1 55 This light will come on when you start your vehicle and it will flash for a few seconds Then the light should go out This means the system is ready If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airbag readine...

Page 164: ...ioner Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part is not working the other part can still work 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 ON If it ...

Page 165: ...ng Light If your vehicle has the anti lock brake system the light will come on when your engine is started and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light stays on turn the ignition to off If the light comes on and the chime sounds when you are driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or co...

Page 166: ...hat is specifically related to traction control the TCS will turn off and the warning light will come on If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on your vehicle needs service Traction Control System Active Light If your vehicle has the Traction Control System TCS this light will come on when the system is limiting ...

Page 167: ...ically related to traction control the ETS will turn off and the warning light will come on If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on your vehicle needs service Enhanced Traction System Active Light If your vehicle has the Enhanced Traction System ETS this light will come on when the system is limiting wheel spin ...

Page 168: ...urn off the engine as soon as possible See Cooling System on page 5 32 for more information Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red area the light comes on and you hear a chime your engine is too hot It means that your engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions a...

Page 169: ...tly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transaxle exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not co...

Page 170: ... still flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling the Tank on page 5 8 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel c...

Page 171: ...sions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check engine li...

Page 172: ... the ignition as a check to show you it is working If it does not come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the bulb Have it fixed right away CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oi...

Page 173: ...Light This light comes on whenever you set your cruise control The light will go out when the cruise control is turned off See Cruise Control on page 3 11 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 3 45 ...

Page 174: ... are four things that some owners ask about These are normal and do not indicate a problem with your fuel gage At the service station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill t...

Page 175: ...the menu mode ENTER r Enter Press this button to select a menu option or to acknowledge a warning message The DIC messages will be read through your audio system display DIC Operation and Displays The DIC comes on when the ignition is ON If your vehicle has the uplevel audio system the time and outside temperature will be shown on the first line of the display and the DIC information will be shown...

Page 176: ...iving conditions As your driving conditions change this data is gradually updated Fuel range cannot be reset ECON Economy Press the information button until ECON is displayed Average fuel economy is 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 enter button while ECON is displayed to reset...

Page 177: ...ess Entry Unlocking Exterior Light Flash During Remote Keyless Entry Locking or Unlocking Delayed Locking Automatic Vehicle Unlocking Specific Doors Automatic Vehicle Unlocking When Key is Off or When Shift To Park Exterior Perimeter Lighting During Remote Keyless Entry Unlock Select Language English French Spanish or German When the desired option is reached press the enter button to toggle betwe...

Page 178: ...id level is low while the ignition is in ON Have the brake system serviced by your GM dealer as soon as possible CHANGE OIL SOON This message will display when the life of the engine oil has expired and it should be changed When you acknowledge the CHANGE OIL SOON message by clearing it from the display you still must reset the engine oil life system separately See Engine Oil Life System on page 5...

Page 179: ... vehicle is low on fuel You should refill the fuel tank as soon as possible You will also see a low fuel warning light on the instrument panel cluster See Fuel on page 5 5 and Filling the Tank on page 5 8 LOW WASHER FLUID This message will display when your vehicle is low on windshield washer fluid You should refill the windshield washer fluid reservoir as soon as possible See Adding Washer Fluid ...

Page 180: ...OTE START appears on the display press the enter button to move between OFF and ON When you have made your choice press the MENU button to record your selection The initial setting from the factory is ON LOCK HORN If your vehicle has remote keyless entry this option which allows the vehicle s horn to chirp every time the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed can be enabled...

Page 181: ...s when the automatic door unlocking will occur when either the key is turned to OFF or the vehicle is shifted into PARK P When UNLK appears on the display press the enter button to move between KEY OFF and SHIFT TO P Park When you have made your choice press the MENU button to record your selection The initial setting from the factory is SHIFT TO P Park See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on pag...

Page 182: ...ION This system provides you with a far greater access to audio stations and song listings Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving can cause a crash and you or others can be injured or killed Always keep your eyes on the road and your mind on the drive avoid engaging in extended searching while driving Keeping your mind on the drive is important for safe driving For more inf...

Page 183: ... the hour number will flash Then turn the ADJ knob to increase or to decrease To set the minutes press the clock button again The minute numbers will 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...

Page 184: ...ld the knob for two seconds The radio will produce a beep and the selected display will now be the default Finding a Station AM FM CD Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 AM and CD The display will show the selection ADJ Adjust Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK w SEEK x Press the SEEK up button or the SEEK down button to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there To...

Page 185: ...r that numbered pushbutton is pressed the station that was set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble TONE P Q Bass Treble To adjust the bass or the treble press and release the tone button until BASS or TREB appears on the display Turn the ADJ knob to increase or to decrease If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble To adjust bass or treble to the ...

Page 186: ... the default display Then press and hold the balance and fade button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep ALL CENTERED will appear on the display Radio Messages CALIBRATE The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CALIBRATE appears on the display it means that the radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to your GM deale...

Page 187: ...damaged CDs you could damage the CD player When using the CD player use only CDs in good condition without any label load one CD at a time and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section 1 s Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track You will hear sound at...

Page 188: ... default on the display press this knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob for two seconds You will hear a beep and the selected display will now be the default AM FM CD Press this button when listening to the radio to play a CD EJECT Z Eject Press this button to eject a CD Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the ignition and radio...

Page 189: ...fic announcements This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and will only work when the information is available In rare cases a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the 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 t...

Page 190: ...if available For XM if equipped press this 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 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...

Page 191: ...ored on the pushbuttons play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press either arrow again to stop scanning presets The radio will only seek and scan stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band Setting Preset Stations Up to 30 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM six XM1 and six XM2 if equipped can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons by performing the fo...

Page 192: ... manual mode press the AUTO TONE or AUTO EQ button until CUSTOM appears on the display You can also manually adjust the bass midrange and treble using the tone button Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL FADE S Balance Fade To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the balance and fade button until BAL appears on the display Turn the ADJ knob to move the sou...

Page 193: ...ate frequency on press and hold BAND for two seconds FM ALT FREQ ON and AF will appear on the display The radio may switch to stations with a stronger frequency To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again for two seconds FM ALT FREQ OFF will appear on the display and AF will disappear from the display The radio will not switch to other stations This function does not apply for XM Sat...

Page 194: ...o will seek to a station that does When a station that broadcasts traffic announcements is found the radio will stop seeking and TRAF and brackets will appear on the display If no station is found that broadcasts traffic announcements NO TRAFFIC INFO will appear on the display If TRAF is on the display press the TRAF button to turn off the traffic announcements The radio will play the traffic anno...

Page 195: ...o an open area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly CH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no long...

Page 196: ...urity purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced check with your GM dealer Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio 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 this mess...

Page 197: ...ken or scratched the CD will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs and DVDs on page 3 107 for more information 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 ...

Page 198: ...y the first 10 seconds of each track Press either arrow again to stop scanning DISP Display Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing T 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 the knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob for two seconds The radio will pro...

Page 199: ...d wet or upside down The air is very humid If so wait about 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 prov...

Page 200: ... 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 song ti...

Page 201: ...nd the same to you as you drive AUTO VOL NONE will appear on the display if the radio cannot determine the vehicle speed or if the engine is not running To turn automatic volume off press this button until AUTO VOL OFF appears on the display Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped The display will show the selection ADJ Adjust Turn this knob ...

Page 202: ...crease or to decrease The display will show the bass mid or treble level If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble To adjust bass midrange or treble to the middle position select BASS MID or TREB Then press and hold the tone button for more than two seconds The display level will be adjusted to the middle position and you will hear a beep To adjust all tone controls to the middle position ...

Page 203: ...on and you will hear a beep To adjust both speaker controls to the middle position press and hold the tone button when no speaker control is displayed ALL CENTERED will appear on the display and you will hear a beep Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the P TYPE button to activate program type select mode PTY for FM or PTYPE ...

Page 204: ... ALERT will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system This feature is not supported by all RDS stations MSG Message If the current station has a message MSG will appear on the display Press this button to see the message The message may display the artist song title call in phone numbers etc If the entire message is not displayed parts of the message will appear every three second...

Page 205: ...conds to turn off the traffic announcements The radio will play the traffic announcement even if the volume is low The radio will interrupt the play of a CD if the last tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements This function does not apply to XM Satellite Radio Service Radio Messages CALIBRATE The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CALIBRATE appears on the d...

Page 206: ...o an open area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly CH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no long...

Page 207: ...urity purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced check with your GM dealer Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio 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 this mess...

Page 208: ...will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs and DVDs on page 3 107 for more information 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 ad...

Page 209: ...r will be underlined EJECT Z To eject a single CD press this button The radio will display EJECTING CD and the single CD symbol will flash until the CD is ready to be removed When the CD is ready to be removed it will eject part way from the radio and the display will change to a flashing REMOVE CD with the single CD symbol flashing until the CD is removed If the CD is not removed within 25 second...

Page 210: ...ne track or an entire CD can be repeated To use repeat do the following To repeat the track you are listening to press and release the RPT button REPEAT ON and RPT will appear on the display Press RPT again to turn off repeat play REPEAT OFF will appear on the display and RPT will disappear from the display To repeat the CD you are listening to press and hold the RPT button for more than two secon...

Page 211: ...either SEEK arrow for more than four seconds The CD will go to the next CD play the first 10 seconds of the first track then go on to the next CD Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning DISP Display Press this knob to switch between time temperature and the elapsed time of the track To change the default on the display CD Track Time CD Track Temperature or Track Elapsed Time Temperature pre...

Page 212: ... Repeat Steps 3 and 4 for saving other selections SONG LIST FULL will appear on the display if you try to save more than 20 selections To play the song list press the song list button One beep will be heard and SONG LIST will appear on the display The recorded tracks will begin to play in the order that they were saved Seek through the song list by using the SEEK arrows Seeking past the last saved...

Page 213: ...press the song list button One beep will be heard and S LIST will be removed from the display CD Messages CHECK CD 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 s...

Page 214: ...s designed to be inoperable when the vehicle is exposed to extremely low or high temperatures in order to protect your system from damage Operate the DVD system under normal or comfortable cabin temperature ranges Headphones The RSE system includes two sets of wireless headphones The wireless headphones have an ON OFF button and a volume control To use the headphones press the ON OFF button An ind...

Page 215: ... do become damaged or worn out the foam pads can be replaced separately from the headphone set It is not necessary to replace the complete headphone set The headphone replacement foam ear pads can be ordered in pairs See your dealer for more information If there is a decreased audio signal during CD or DVD play there may be a low hissing noise through the speakers and or headphones If the hissing ...

Page 216: ...rmation Audio Output Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary devices can be heard through the following possible sources Wireless Headphones Vehicle s Speakers Wired Headphones not included Only one audio source can be heard through the vehicles speakers at a time The RSE system or an auxiliary device can be heard through all of the vehicles speakers when the following occurs The RSE system is off ...

Page 217: ... the up or down positions The window on the RSE system contains the transmitter for the wireless headphones and the remote control If the screen is in the closed position the signals will not be available for the operation of the headphones or the remote control Notice Avoid directly touching the video screen as damage may occur See Cleaning the Video Screen later in this section for more informat...

Page 218: ...en FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped If the front seat passengers are listening to the DVD player the rear seat passengers cannot select XM1 or XM2 SRCE Source Press this button to switch between playing a cassette tape or a CD x SEEK w Press the down arrow to go to the beginning of the current chapter or track if more than five seconds have played Press the up arrow to go to the next chapter o...

Page 219: ...e or the remote control To resume playback press the play pause button on the DVD player faceplate or the remote control The movie should resume play from where it was last stopped if the disc has not been ejected or the stop button has not been pressed twice on the remote control If the disc has been ejected or if the stop button has been pressed twice on the remote control press the play button ...

Page 220: ... in heat or direct sunlight This could damage the remote control and it would not be covered by your warranty Keep the remote control stored in the rear seat armrest when not in use If your vehicle is the Malibu MAXX your vehicle may have a rear seat storage compartment Store the headphones and the remote control in this compartment when not in use Remote Control Buttons O Power Press this button ...

Page 221: ...r the previews Fast Forward Press this button to fast forward the DVD or CD To stop fast forwarding press this button again This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews s Play Pause Press this button to start play of a DVD or CD Press this button while a DVD or CD is playing to pause it Press this button again to continue the play of the DVD or CD Whil...

Page 222: ... selections of the DVD Press this button to switch the audio compression on and off AUX Auxiliary Press this button to switch the system between the DVD player and an auxiliary source Setup Menu To access the setup menu ensure that a DVD is in the player and the video is stopped Press the display button Once the menu is activated use the directional arrows and the enter button to navigate the scre...

Page 223: ...ges The audio output is dependent on whether a DVD supports the selected language Subtitle The default DVD subtitle language may be selected from English Spanish or French The subtitle language is dependent on whether the DVD supports the selected language Menu The default on screen display language may be selected from various languages Features The USER PREFERENCE SETTINGS menu allows you to mod...

Page 224: ...he default from the color settings menu Sound Mode This analog output may be changed without changing the default from the analog output menu Frame by Frame The DVD will pause and may be viewed frame by frame in forward or reverse by using the remote control arrow buttons Press play to resume play of the DVD DVD audio will not be available during selection Slow Motion The DVD will pause and may be...

Page 225: ...ayed if FTS is turned on The player can remember selections for up to 50 discs To remove FTS for a disc the disc must be in the player and the highlighted tracks must be de selected Use the right and left arrow buttons and the ENTER button or select CLEAR ALL on the display Not all DVDs support all of the feature defaults in the setup menus In the event a feature is not supported defaults will be ...

Page 226: ...CE button Problem Recommended Action The picture does not fill the screen There are black borders on the top and bottom or on both sides or it looks stretched out Press and release the size control button on the remote control This will fill the screen If there are borders on the top and bottom the movie may have been made that way for a standard screen I ejected the disc and tried to take it out ...

Page 227: ...player to get to auxiliary input Check to make sure that the auxiliary source is connected to the inputs properly The audio or video skips or jumps The DVD could be dirty or scratched Try cleaning the DVD Problem Recommended Action When I return to the DVD from the system menu sometimes it plays from the beginning and sometimes from where it left off If the stop button was pressed once it resumes ...

Page 228: ...a between the headphones and the transmitter on the DVD player Make sure nothing is between the headphones and the DVD player Problem Recommended Action DVD System inoperable In severe or extreme temperatures your DVD system might not be operable Temperatures below 4 F 20 C or above 158 F 70 C could damage the DVD system Operate the DVD system under normal or comfortable cabin temperature ranges T...

Page 229: ...ellular phones scanners CB radios Global Position Systems GPS two way radios mobile fax or walkie talkies It may be necessary to turn off the DVD player when operating one of these devices in or near the vehicle Excludes the OnStar System Cleaning the DVD Player When cleaning the outside DVD faceplate and buttons use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water Cleaning the Video Screen When clean...

Page 230: ...The following function is controlled by the main radio PWR Power Front seat passengers can turn the RSA off by quickly pressing this knob twice Rear Seat Radio Controls The following functions are controlled by the RSA system n Volume Turn this knob to increase or to decrease the volume The left knob controls the left wired headphones and the right knob controls the right wired headphones O Power ...

Page 231: ...to a cassette tape When a CD is playing press the left arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played Press the right arrow to go to the next track on the CD This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to a CD Rear Seat Audio RSA With Entertainment System This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the sour...

Page 232: ...ped SRCE Source Press this button to switch between playing a cassette tape and CD x SEEK w When listening to the radio press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or the previous station and stay there This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to the same band When a cassette tape is playing press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or the previous selection...

Page 233: ...few seconds then go on to the next station Press either arrow again to stop scanning When a CD is playing press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or previous track To scan the current CD press and hold either up or down arrow for more than two seconds The CD will go to the next track play the first 10 seconds then go on to the next track Press either up or down arrow again to stop scannin...

Page 234: ...stem Press this button again or any other radio button to turn the sound on BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped 1 6 Preset Pushbuttons Press this button to play stations that are programmed on the radio preset pushbuttons The radio will only seek preset stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band When a CD is playing in the six disc CD chan...

Page 235: ...und to fade in and out In addition traveling or standing under heavy foliage bridges garages or tunnels may cause loss of the XM signal for a period of time The radio may display NO SIGNAL to indicate interference Care of Your CDs and DVDs Handle CDs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust The CD player scans the bottom surface ...

Page 236: ...tinting with metallic film The metallic film in some tinting materials will interfere with or distort the incoming radio reception Any damage caused to your backglass antenna due to metallic tinting materials will not be covered by your warranty Because this antenna is built into the rear window there is a reduced risk of damage caused by car washes and vandals If adding a cellular telephone to yo...

Page 237: ... of Control 4 17 Competitive Driving SS Only 4 18 Driving at Night 4 18 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 20 City Driving 4 22 Freeway Driving 4 23 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 24 Highway Hypnosis 4 25 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 25 Winter Driving 4 27 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 32 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 33 Loading Your Vehicle 4 33 Towing 4 39 Towing Your V...

Page 238: ...t 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 an...

Page 239: ...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 240: ...y water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks The law in most U S states and throughout Canada sets the legal limit at 0 08 percent In some other countries the limit is even lower For example it is 0 05 percent in both France and Germany The BAC ...

Page 241: ...the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a ser...

Page 242: ...he condition of the road whether it is wet dry or icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes will wear out m...

Page 243: ...ht on the instrument panel will come on briefly when you start your vehicle Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes and continue braking Here is what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel...

Page 244: ...ember 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 close to the vehicle in front of you you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Do not pump the brakes Just hold the brake...

Page 245: ...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 you more than even the very best braking Traction Control System TCS Your vehicle may have a Tra...

Page 246: ...n Adjust your driving accordingly To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the Traction Control System on But you can turn the system off if you prefer To turn the system on or off press the TC button located under the climate controls In order to effectively rock the vehicle you will need to turn off TCS If you press the TC button once the traction contro...

Page 247: ...Traction System begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may re engage the cruise control See Cruise Control on page 3 11 The Enhanced Traction System operates in all transaxle shift lever positions But the system can upshift the transaxle only as high as the shift lever position you ve chosen so you should...

Page 248: ...m will continue to operate until you are able to stop your vehicle If you lose power steering assist because the electric power steering system is not functioning you can steer but it will take more effort If you turn the steering wheel in either direction several times until it stops or hold the steering wheel in the stopped position for an extended amount of time you may notice a reduced amount ...

Page 249: ...rakes adding the hard braking can demand too much of those places You can lose control The same thing can happen if you are steering through a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate Those two control systems steering and acceleration can overwhelm those places where the tires meet the road and make you lose control See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 9 or Enhanced Traction System ETS on pag...

Page 250: ...nless you have anti lock brakes not enough to lock your wheels See Braking on page 4 6 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you...

Page 251: ...nother vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Lo...

Page 252: ...are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone is not trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its f...

Page 253: ... cornering skid and an acceleration skid are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice grav...

Page 254: ...would with normal use Low oil levels can damage the engine Be sure to check the oil level often during racing or other competitive driving and keep the level at or near the upper mark that shows the proper operating range on the engine oil dipstick For information on how to add oil see Engine Oil on page 5 17 Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some...

Page 255: ...hen you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who does not lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep the windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty gla...

Page 256: ... the edge of the road and even people walking It is wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer fluid reservoir filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They will...

Page 257: ... deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you cannot avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing w...

Page 258: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 23 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Page 259: ...long the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailin...

Page 260: ...n easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it is ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you will find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is ...

Page 261: ... the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a...

Page 262: ...could crash Shift down to let your engine assist your brakes on a steep downhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicl...

Page 263: ...hing in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones a falling rocks area or winding roads Be alert to these and take appropriate action Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving Have your vehicle in good shape for winter You may want to put winter emergency supplies ...

Page 264: ...et 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 between the tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You will have a lot less traction or grip and will need to be very careful W...

Page 265: ...t to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement Without ABS if you feel your vehicle begin to slide let up on the brakes a little Push the brake pedal down steadily to get the most traction you can Remember unless you have ABS if you brake so hard that your wheels stop rolling you will just slide Brake so your wheels always keep rolling and you can still steer Whatever your braking syste...

Page 266: ...n help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you do not have blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to kee...

Page 267: ...long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close th...

Page 268: ...turn the traction system off and use the rocking method CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you are stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Do not spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h as shown on the speed...

Page 269: ...If that does not get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 39 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 h...

Page 270: ...ion pressures D For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 54 and Inflation Tire Pressure 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 ...

Page 271: ... luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle If your vehicle can tow a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 42 for important information on towing a trailer towing safety rules and ...

Page 272: ...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 273: ... Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Do not carry more than 167 lbs 76 kg in your vehicle s trunk CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way yo...

Page 274: ...to spread the weight evenly If you have fold down rear seats you will find four anchors on the back wall of your trunk You can use these anchors to tie down lighter loads They are not strong enough for heavy things however so put them as far forward as you can in the trunk or rear area CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of ...

Page 275: ... with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly With the proper preparation and equipment many vehicle can be towed in these ways See Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing following Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendatio...

Page 276: ... the instrument panel fuse block IGN SENSOR See Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 5 100 for more information 5 Turn the ignition switch to ACC 6 Shift your transaxle to NEUTRAL N 7 Release the parking brake Remember to install the fuses once you reach your destination To reinstall a fuse do the following 1 Set the parking brake 2 Remove the key from the ignition switch 3 Reinstall the fuse Notic...

Page 277: ...the rear Dolly Towing To tow your vehicle with a dolly and two wheels on the ground follow these steps 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Put the vehicle in PARK P 3 Set the parking brake and then remove the key 4 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing 5 Release the parking brake 4 41 ...

Page 278: ...equipment To identify the trailering capacity 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 durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That s the reason for this part In...

Page 279: ... maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerations have to do with weight the weight of the trailer the weight of the trailer tongue and the total weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh more than 1 000 lbs 450 kg But even that can be too heavy It ...

Page 280: ...ill be riding in the vehicle 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 33 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you re using a weight carrying hitch or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer ...

Page 281: ...oo 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 recommendation for attaching safety chain...

Page 282: ...ollowing Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can retu...

Page 283: ...ne cooling system Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well Pay attention to the engine coolant gage If the indicator is in the red area turn off the air conditioning to reduce engine load See Engine Overheating on page 5 29 Parking on Hills...

Page 284: ...en when you re pulling a trailer Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil drive belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review this information before you start your trip Check periodically to see that a...

Page 285: ... 24 Engine Coolant 5 26 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 29 Engine Overheating 5 29 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 3 5L V6 and 3 9L V6 Engines 5 31 Cooling System 5 32 Power Steering Fluid 3 9L V6 Engine 5 37 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 38 Brakes 5 39 Battery 5 42 Jump Starting 5 43 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Halogen Bulbs 5 47 Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 5 48 Taillamps Tu...

Page 286: ...er Plastic Surfaces 5 92 Care of Safety Belts 5 93 Weatherstrips 5 93 Washing Your Vehicle 5 93 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 93 Finish Care 5 94 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 94 Aluminum Wheels 5 95 Tires 5 95 Sheet Metal Damage 5 96 Finish Damage 5 96 Underbody Maintenance 5 96 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 96 Vehicle Identification 5 98 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 98 Service Parts Identi...

Page 287: ...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 288: ...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 15 Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to do your ow...

Page 289: ...ane rating is less than 87 you may notice an audible knocking noise when 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 Gasoline Specifications At a minimum gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814 in the Un...

Page 290: ...uired to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing your emission control system to work properly In most cases you should not have to add anything to your fuel However some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additive required to meet U S Environmental Protection Agency regulations To help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean or ...

Page 291: ... 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 292: ...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 open the door insert your finger into the finger depression next to the fuel door To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly counterclockwise The fue...

Page 293: ...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 41 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 50 for more information CAUTION If a fire starts...

Page 294: ...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 295: ...Lift the hood 4 Release the hood prop rod from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot marked with an arrow Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer Lower the hood 8 to 12 inches 20 to 30 cm above the vehicle and release it t...

Page 296: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2 2L L4 engine here is what you will see 5 12 ...

Page 297: ...ngine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 17 D Engine Coolant Surge Tank See Cooling System on page 5 32 E Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 5 39 F Battery See Battery on page 5 42 G Engine Compartment Fuse Block See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 5 102 H Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 38 5 13 ...

Page 298: ...When you open the hood on the 3 5L V6 engine here is what you will see 5 14 ...

Page 299: ...ngine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 17 D Engine Coolant Surge Tank See Cooling System on page 5 32 E Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 5 39 F Battery See Battery on page 5 42 G Engine Compartment Fuse Block See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 5 102 H Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 38 5 15 ...

Page 300: ...When you open the hood on the 3 9L V6 engine here is what you will see 5 16 ...

Page 301: ...I Battery See Battery on page 5 42 J Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 38 K Engine Compartment Fuse Block See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 5 102 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 ...

Page 302: ... crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 5 107 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 op...

Page 303: ...arburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container Notice Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and show...

Page 304: ...y considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A Change Oil Soon message will come on Change your oil as soon as possible within the next 600 miles 1 000 km It is possible that if you are driving under the best conditions...

Page 305: ...on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containing...

Page 306: ...nditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter do the following 1 Remove the screws that hold the cover ...

Page 307: ...place when you are driving Automatic Transaxle Fluid 2 2L L4 and 3 5L V6 Engines It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take your vehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as soon as possible Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed in Additional Required Services on page 6 ...

Page 308: ... the dipstick Notice Too much or too little fluid can damage the transaxle Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine or exhaust system parts starting a fire Too little fluid could cause the transaxle to overheat Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check the transaxle fluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been...

Page 309: ... Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps The transaxle fluid dipstick handle has this symbol on it and is located near the rear of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location 1 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 C...

Page 310: ... dipstick back in all the way Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for five years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine ov...

Page 311: ...r engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant ...

Page 312: ...blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark or slightly higher If the LOW COOLANT message is displayed in the Driver Information Center DIC it means you are low on engine coolant Have the system serviced by a tec...

Page 313: ...cing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight and fully seated Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured Engine Overheating You will find an engine coolant temperature gage as well as an engine coolant temperature warning light on your vehicle s instrument ...

Page 314: ...cle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine An overheat warning along with a LOW COOLANT message can indicate a serious problem If you get an engine overheat warning with no LOW COOLANT message but see or hear no steam the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you Climb a long h...

Page 315: ...emergency operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation If an overheated engine condition exists an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a significant loss in power and engine performance The temperature gage will indicate an overheat condition exists Driving extende...

Page 316: ... cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface 3 5L V6 Engine shown 2 2L L4 and 3 9L V6 Engines similar 5 32 ...

Page 317: ...uld be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running If they are not your vehicle needs service Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty Notice Using coolant other than DEX...

Page 318: ...tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 5 26 for more information If no coolant is visible in the surge tank add coolant as follows CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even ...

Page 319: ...d weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot 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 cooli...

Page 320: ...vel remains constant at the FULL COLD mark for at least five minutes 4 With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower than the FULL COLD mark add more of the proper mixture to the c...

Page 321: ...and let the engine compartment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The fluid level should be within the crosshatched area on the dipstick If the fluid is at or below the ADD mark on the dipstick add just enou...

Page 322: ... the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also wate...

Page 323: ...er or later your brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too m...

Page 324: ...few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Washing Your Vehicle on...

Page 325: ...ly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications If you have rear drum brakes they do not have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected immediately Also the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing When you have the front brake pads replaced have the...

Page 326: ...someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco replacement battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lea...

Page 327: ...nd it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the v...

Page 328: ...view on page 5 12 for more information on location CAUTION An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery ...

Page 329: ...as one Do not connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And do not connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 6 Connect the red positive cable to...

Page 330: ... just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less If the security light flashes wait until the light stops flashing 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumper cables are connected or remove...

Page 331: ... vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 5 51 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 injur...

Page 332: ...place 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 bolts attaching the headlamp assembly to the vehicle 3 Remove the headlamp assembly from the vehicle by pulling it forward Use care not to scratch the vehicle with the lamp or the lamp with the fender 5 48 ...

Page 333: ...emove the bulb from the bulb socket 7 Replace the old bulb with a new bulb 8 Turn the bulb socket clockwise and reconnect the wiring harness to the bulb socket 9 Return the headlamp assembly to its original position Be sure to line up the holes in the lamp assembly to the round ends of the mounting pins 10 Reinstall the two bolts attaching the headlamp assembly to the vehicle 5 49 ...

Page 334: ...page 5 11 for more information A Taillamp B Back Up Lamp C Taillamp Stoplamp Turn Signal Lamp 2 Remove the two fasteners located on the inside of the trunk at the rear of the vehicle 3 Pull back the trunk trim 4 Remove the plastic wing nut 5 Pull out the taillamp assembly and turn the bulb socket one quarter turn counterclockwise 5 50 ...

Page 335: ...When securing the lamp assembly back into place align the assembly so that the trunk lid doesn t contact it Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back Up Lamp 921 Front Parking Turn Signal Lamp 3157KX Headlamps High Beam H9 Low Beam DRL H11 Stoplamp Taillamp Turn Signal Lamp 3057 For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer 5 51 ...

Page 336: ...e wiper blade to the arm 3 Pull the assembly down to release it from the U hooked end of the wiper arm and slide the assembly away from the arm 4 Slide in the new wiper blade assembly and snap it into place 5 Repeat Steps 1 through 4 for the other wiper if necessary Rear Wiper Blade Replacement Maxx To replace the rear wiper blade do the following 1 Pull the wiper blade assembly away from the wind...

Page 337: ...ll with the curved side facing downward 4 Remove clip A shown in step 3 and slide it into the claw of the wiper blade assembly 5 Remove clip B shown in step 3 and slide it into the remaining claw of the wiper blade assembly 5 53 ...

Page 338: ...d a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 33 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 339: ...oes 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 wint...

Page 340: ...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 the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire a...

Page 341: ... 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 342: ...tter 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 carry The load index can range from 1 to 279 ...

Page 343: ...so identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 33 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 33 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 33 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that must...

Page 344: ...t 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 bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 64 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Gra...

Page 345: ...door latch This label lists your vehicle s original equipment tires and their recommended cold tire inflation pressures The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry and an example of the tire and loading...

Page 346: ...sure 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 excessive heat build up and can cause sudden tire failure You could have a crash and you or others could be killed ...

Page 347: ...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 5 107 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can ma...

Page 348: ...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 349: ...ly tires on your vehicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle If you must replace your vehicle s tires with those that do not have a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type radial and bias belted t...

Page 350: ...nd Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 for additional information Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which ...

Page 351: ...is tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustai...

Page 352: ... proper diagnosis Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel sh...

Page 353: ...nt 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 to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 72 for more information Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You cannot know how it has been ...

Page 354: ...ns To help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle and do not spin your vehicle s wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front tires Notice If your vehicle has P205 65R15 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 y...

Page 355: ...d and may require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous ...

Page 356: ...d be badly injured or even killed Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle To be even more certain the vehicle will not move you should put blo...

Page 357: ...nt you will need is in the trunk or cargo area 1 Open the trunk for sedan models See Trunk Sedan on page 2 15 for more information For MAXX models open the liftgate See Liftgate MAXX on page 2 16 2 For the sedan lift the handle on the spare tire cover The handle may hook on the trunk front edge weatherstrip to hold the cover out of the way For the MAXX lift the handle to release the latch on the s...

Page 358: ...ve the extension bolt MAXX models and Sedan SS only that is clipped to the jack if equipped You will need this later to store the flat tire 7 Remove the jack and wheel wrench from the trunk or cargo area Tire Changing Tools The tools you will be using include the wheel wrench A and jack B The MAXX and all SS models include an additional extension Sedan shown MAXX Models and Sedan SS similar 5 74 ...

Page 359: ...wise to loosen wheel wrench 2 Unhook the wheel wrench from the jack 3 Extend the handle on the wheel wrench by pressing the button with your index finger and pulling on the end of the wrench You must do this before using the wheel wrench 5 75 ...

Page 360: ...hem Do not pry off wheel covers or center caps that have plastic wheel nut caps 2 Remove the wheel cover or center cap from the wheel to locate the wheel nuts If your vehicle has a wheel cover or hubcap without plastic wheel nut caps gently pry on the edge of the plastic wheel trim to remove it from the wheel to locate the wheel nuts 3 Use the wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Do not remove them...

Page 361: ...he jack under a body panel The lower body panel has an arrow to aid in locating the jacking location 5 Put the compact spare tire near the flat tire being changed CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack 5 77 ...

Page 362: ... vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 6 Raise the vehicle by turning the wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit 5 78 ...

Page 363: ...eel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off 9 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 5 79 ...

Page 364: ...t come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 11 Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand or with the wrench until the wheel is held against the hub 12 Lower the vehicle by turning the wrench counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 5 80 ...

Page 365: ...ned wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 107 for the wheel nut torque specification 13 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown with the wheel wrench Notice Wheel covers will not fit on you...

Page 366: ...e passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place To store the flat tire and tools in the compact spare tire compartment do the following A Cover B Wing Nut C Jack and Wheel Wrench D Flat Tire Valve Stem down E Bolt 5 82 ...

Page 367: ... wheel 5 Secure by tightening the larger wing nut B onto the bolt E 6 Reinstall the tire cover A Storing the Compact Spare Tire The compact spare tire is for temporary use only Store the compact spare tire and tools as shown in the following diagram A Cover B Retainer C Spare Tire D Wing Nut E Jack and Wheel Wrench F Bolt The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire w...

Page 368: ...pen the trunk See Trunk Sedan on page 2 15 for more information 2 Remove the bolt extension in the yellow sleeve from the jack and remove the center cap from the wheel 3 Place the jack over the bolt B on the floor making sure it contacts the bolt as shown 4 With the yellow cap in place to prevent the wheel from being scratched place the bolt extension A onto the bolt B 5 Thread the small wing nut ...

Page 369: ...g the Compact Spare Tire The compact spare tire is for temporary use only Store the compact spare tire and tools as shown in the following diagram A Cover B Retainer C Spare Tire D Wing Nut E Jack Wheel Wrench and Bolt Extension F Bolt The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 88 5 85 ...

Page 370: ...ng 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate MAXX on page 2 16 for more information 2 Remove the bolt extension in the yellow sleeve from the jack and remove the center cap from the wheel 3 Place the jack over the bolt B on the floor making sure it contacts the bolt as shown 4 Install the bracket D and then the bolt extension A 5 Secure the jack bracket and bolt extension with the wing nut C provided When ...

Page 371: ...m the center hole of the floor cover by pressing on the tabs on the bottom of the cover 9 Remove the yellow cap from the bolt extension 10 Fold the rear flap of the cover up and place the cover on top of the wheel The extension will come through the center hole in the cover 11 Secure the tire and wheel with the retainer A Retainer B Cover C Flat Tire Valve Stem Up D Nut E Bolt Extension F Bracket ...

Page 372: ...spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have the full size tire repaired or replaced at your convenience Of course it is best to replace the spare with a full size tire as soon as possible The spare tire will last longer and be in good shape in case it is needed again Notice When the compact spare is ins...

Page 373: ... damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended Use glass cleaner only on glass Remove any accidental over spray from other surfaces immediately To prevent over spray apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth Notice If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on your vehicle you could scratch the glass and or cause damage to the integrated radio...

Page 374: ... 20 drops per gallon 3 78 L of water is a good guide Do not heavily saturate your upholstery while cleaning Damage to your vehicle s interior may result from the use of many organic solvents such as naptha alcohol etc Fabric Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor c...

Page 375: ...rea gives any impression that a ring formation may result clean the entire surface After the cleaning process has been completed a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture from the fabric or carpet Leather A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust If a more thorough cleaning is necessary a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used Allow the leather to dry n...

Page 376: ...may be used to remove dust If a more thorough cleaning is necessary a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust and dirt Never use spot lifters or removers on plastic surfaces Many commercial cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect soft plastic surfaces may permanently change the appearance and feel of your interior and are not recomm...

Page 377: ...g it often with lukewarm or cold water Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely GM approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer See Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 97 Do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based ...

Page 378: ...y remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years To help keep the paint finish looking new keep the vehicle in a garage or covered whenever possible Wind...

Page 379: ...sive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because the surface could be damaged Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Notice If you drive your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes you could damage the aluminum or chrome plated wheels The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Never drive a ve...

Page 380: ...body If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your deale...

Page 381: ...overs Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Vehicle Care Appearance Materials cont d Description Usage Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one easy step no wiping necessary Wash Wa...

Page 382: ... glove box It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the following VIN Model designation 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 equi...

Page 383: ...use will open protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed Fuses The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by fuses and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself 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 ever have a problem o...

Page 384: ...cated at on the lower front side of the console on the passenger side of the vehicle To access the fuses open the fuse panel door by pulling out To reinstall the door insert the hooks at the front end first then push the door into the console panel to secure it 5 100 ...

Page 385: ... SENSOR Ignition Switch NOT INSTALLED Not Used NOT INSTALLED Not Used RADIO Audio System INTERIOR LIGHTS Overhead Lighting Trunk Cargo Lighting Fuses Usage REAR WIPER Rear Wiper System Washer Pump HVAC CTRL IGN Climate Control System HVAC BLOWER Climate Control System DOOR LOCK Automatic Door Lock System ROOF HEAT SEAT Sunroof Heated Seats Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Compass Rear Wiper Washe...

Page 386: ...e Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver s side of the vehicle near the battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location 5 102 ...

Page 387: ... Module Batt 14 Windshield Wiper 15 Anti lock Brake System 16 Powertrain Control Module IGN 1 17 Cooling Fan 1 Fuses Usage 18 Cooling Fan 2 19 Run Relay 20 IBCM 1 21 IBCM R C 22 Rear Electrical Center 1 23 Rear Electrical Center 2 24 Anti lock Brake System 25 IBCM 2 26 Starter 27 DIODE Windshield Wiper 41 Electric Power Steering 42 Transmission Control Module 43 Ignition Module 44 Fuel Injectors 4...

Page 388: ...ning Clutch 35 High Beam Headlamps 36 Front Fog Lamps 37 Horn 38 Low Beam Headlamps 39 Windshield Wiper 1 40 Windshield Wiper 2 48 Daytime Running Lamps Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is located in the trunk of the vehicle Access the fuse block through the trunk panel on the driver s side of the rear cargo area 5 104 ...

Page 389: ...Fuses Usage 1 Not Used 2 Driver Seat Controls 3 Not Used Fuses Usage 4 Driver Door Keylock Cylinder Resistor 5 Emission 5 105 ...

Page 390: ...t Entertainment System Homelink 17 Back up Lamps 18 Not Used 19 Not Used 20 Cigarette Lighter Auxiliary Power Outlet 21 Not Used 22 Trunk Fuses Usage 23 Rear Window Defogger 24 Heated Mirror Controls 25 Fuel Pump Relays Usage 26 Rear Window Defogger 27 Parklamps 28 Not Used 29 Not Used 30 Not Used 31 Not Used 32 Not Used 33 Back up Lamps 34 Not Used 35 Not Used 36 Trunk 37 Fuel Pump 38 Diode Trunk...

Page 391: ...aul Automatic Transaxle 4T45 E 6 9 qt 6 5 L Automatic Transaxle 4T65 E 7 4 qt 7 0 L Cooling System 2 2L L4 Engine 7 5 qt 7 1 L 3 5L V6 Engine 9 9 qt 9 4 L 3 9L V6 Engine 9 8 qt 9 3 L Engine Oil with Filter 2 2L L4 Engine 5 0 qt 4 7 L 3 5L V6 Engine 4 0 qt 3 8 L 3 9L V6 Engine 4 0 qt 3 8 L Fuel Tank 16 1 gal 61 1 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure ...

Page 392: ...Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap 2 2L L4 F Automatic 0 042 inches 1 06 mm 3 5L V6 8 Automatic 0 060 inches 1 52 mm 3 9L V6 1 Automatic 0 040 inches 1 01 mm 5 108 ...

Page 393: ...dule 6 2 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 At Each Fuel Fill 6 8 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 13 Maintenance Record 6 14 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Page 394: ... vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition be sure to maintain your vehicle properly Using the Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condi...

Page 395: ...alified technician do the work Some maintenance services can be complex So unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment you should have your GM Goodwrench dealer do these jobs When you go to your GM Goodwrench dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM parts If you want to purchase se...

Page 396: ...ice Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 5 20 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system When the Change Oil Soon message appears certain services checks and inspections are required Required services are described in the following for Maintenance I and Maintenance II Generally it is recommended that your f...

Page 397: ...tion pressures and wear See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 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 and add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspec...

Page 398: ...ct 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 22 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter severe service only See footnote h Replace spark plugs Inspect spark plug wires V6 only An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every five years whichever occurs first ...

Page 399: ...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 torn or frayed safety belts replaced Also look for any opened or broken airbag coverings and have them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance f Lubricate all key lock ...

Page 400: ...icle Your GM Goodwrench dealer can assist you with these checks and services Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle make sure they are the proper ones as shown in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check Check th...

Page 401: ...if necessary rotate the tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 63 At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake on page 2 ...

Page 402: ...tely if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition to ON but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition to OFF in e...

Page 403: ...ke set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact your ...

Page 404: ... Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Usage Fluid Lubricant Hydraulic Power Steering System if equipped GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Automatic Transaxle DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Hood...

Page 405: ...ilter 25099149 A1208C Engine Oil Filter 2 2L L4 Engine 12579143 PF456G 3 5L V6 Engine 25010792 PF47 3 9L V6 Engine 89017342 PF61 Spark Plugs 2 2L L4 Engine 12599232 41 981 3 5L V6 Engine 12568387 41 101 3 9L V6 Engine 12591131 41 100 Windshield Wiper Blades Driver s Side 22 0 inches 55 0 cm 22688087 Passenger s Side 19 6 inches 50 0 cm 22688086 Rear 18 inches 46 7 cm 10392621 Wiper blade and assem...

Page 406: ...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 14 ...

Page 407: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 15 ...

Page 408: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16 ...

Page 409: ...de Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 8 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 10 Collision Damage Repair 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 15 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 15 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 15 Section 7 Customer ...

Page 410: ...ustomer Communication Centre by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of t...

Page 411: ...A 22203 1838 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs Specific vehicle informati...

Page 412: ...stance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 www Chevrolet com 1 800 222 1020 1 800 833 2438 For Text Telephone 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 00...

Page 413: ... 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 414: ...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 415: ... Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 243 8872 text telephone TTY users call 1 888 889 2438 Chevrolet reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in Chevrolet s judgement the claims become excessive 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 reserve...

Page 416: ...em know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for the same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait GM helps to minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation optio...

Page 417: ... 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 418: ...verity of a collision This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes these on board systems do not record sounds such as conversation of vehicle occupants To read this information special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the device that...

Page 419: ... help maintain your GM New Vehicle Warranty Recycled original equipment parts may also be used for repair These parts are typically removed from vehicles that were total losses in prior accidents In most cases the parts being recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle A recycled original equipment GM part may be an acceptable choice to maintain your vehicle s originally designed appearanc...

Page 420: ...nce coverage is not available from your current insurance carrier consider switching to another insurance carrier If your vehicle is leased the leasing company may require you to have insurance that assures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer OEM parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts Read your lease carefully as you may be charged at the end of your lease for poor qua...

Page 421: ...ral description of the damage to the other vehicle If possible call your insurance company from the scene of the accident They will walk you through the information they will need If they ask for a police report phone or go to the police department headquarters the next day and you can get a copy of the report for a nominal fee In some states with no fault insurance laws a report may not be necess...

Page 422: ...repairs you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits with that company In such cases you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as cost stays within reasonable limits Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your veh...

Page 423: ... Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 222 1020 or write Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Ser...

Page 424: ...o Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Ti...

Page 425: ...3 108 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 108 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 4 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 37 Appearance Care Aluminum Wheels 5 95 Care of Safety Belts 5 93 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 96 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 93 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 89 Fabric Carpet 5 90 Finish Care 5 94 Finish Damage 5 96 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces...

Page 426: ... 9 Parking 2 33 System Warning Light 3 36 Brake Pedal Throttle 2 25 Brakes 5 39 Braking 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 9 Break In New Vehicle 2 22 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Halogen Bulbs 5 47 Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 5 48 Replacement Bulbs 5 51 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 50 Buying New Tires 5 64 C California Fuel 5 6 California Proposition 65 Warning 5 3 Can...

Page 427: ... Maintenance 5 96 Washing Your Vehicle 5 93 Weatherstrips 5 93 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 94 Climate Control System 3 22 Automatic 3 27 Outlet Adjustment 3 31 Collision Damage Repair 7 11 Comfort Guides Rear Safety Belt 1 28 Compact Spare Tire 5 88 Competitive Driving 4 18 Content Theft Deterrent 2 18 Control of a Vehicle 4 5 Convenience Net 2 52 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 3 40 Engine Temp...

Page 428: ... Locking 2 13 Door Ajar Reminder 2 12 Locks 2 11 Power Door Locks 2 12 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 13 Rear Door Security Locks 2 14 Driver Position Safety Belt 1 17 Six Way Power Seat 1 3 Driver Information Center DIC 3 47 DIC Operation and Displays 3 47 DIC Vehicle Personalization 3 52 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 50 Driving At Night 4 18 City 4 22 Defensive 4 2 Drunken 4 3 Freeway 4 23 Hi...

Page 429: ...5 29 Starting 2 24 Enhanced Traction System ETS 4 11 Active Light 3 39 Warning Light 3 39 Entry Exit Lighting 3 19 Event Data Recorders EDR 7 10 Extender Safety Belt 1 32 Exterior Lamps 3 14 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 22 Finish Damage 5 96 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 108 Flash to Pass 3 8 Flat Tire 5 71 Flat Tire Changing 5 72 Flat Tire Storing 5 82 5 84 5 86 Fluid Automatic Transaxle 5 23 5 24 Power ...

Page 430: ...ing Flashers 3 6 Head Restraints 1 6 Headlamp Wiring 5 99 Headlamps Automatic Headlamp System 3 17 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Daytime Running Lamps 3 16 Delayed 3 16 Flash to Pass 3 8 Halogen Bulbs 5 47 Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 5 48 High Low Beam Changer 3 8 On Reminder 3 16 Headlamps Off in Park P 3 16 Heated Seats 1 4 Heater 3 22 3 27 Highbeam On Light 3 45 Highway Hypnosis 4 25 ...

Page 431: ... 3 20 Rear Reading 3 20 Trunk 3 20 LATCH System Child Restraints 1 43 Lift Seat Power 1 8 Liftgate 2 16 Light Airbag Readiness 3 35 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 3 37 Brake System Warning 3 36 Charging System 3 36 Cruise Control 3 45 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 3 40 Enhanced Traction System ETS Active Light 3 39 Enhanced Traction System ETS Warning Light 3 39 Highbeam On 3 45 Malfunction I...

Page 432: ...nance Schedule cont Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 13 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Using 6 2 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 41 Manual Lumbar Controls 1 3 Manual Seats 1 2 Map Pocket 2 50 Message DIC Warnings and Messages 3 50 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview ...

Page 433: ...ower Mirrors 2 43 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 31 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Owners Canadian ii P Parade Dimming 3 19 Park P Shifting Into 2 34 Shifting Out of 2 35 Park P Headlamps Off in Park P 3 16 Parking Brake 2 33 Over Things That Burn 2 36 Passing 4 15 PASS Key III 2 20 PASS Key III Operation 2 21 Power 1 3 Accessory Outlet s 3 21 Door Locks 2 12 Electrical System 5 99 L...

Page 434: ... Compass 2 41 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming with OnStar 2 38 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming with OnStar and Compass 2 39 Rearview Mirror with OnStar 2 38 Rearview Mirrors 2 38 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 39 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 5 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 6 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare...

Page 435: ...ual Lumbar 1 3 Passenger Folding Seatback 1 6 Seats cont Power Lift Seat 1 8 Rear Seat Operation 1 9 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Six Way Power Driver 1 3 Securing a Child Restraint Rear Seat Position 1 51 Right Front Seat Position 1 53 Security Light 3 45 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 Your O...

Page 436: ...e Panel Cover 2 51 Table 2 52 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 32 Sun Visors 2 18 Sunroof 2 53 T Table 2 52 Tachometer 3 34 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 50 TCS Active Light 3 38 TCS Warning Light 3 38 Telescopic Steering Column Tilt Wheel 3 6 Theft Deterrent Radio 3 105 Theft Deterrent Systems 2 18 Content Theft Deterrent 2 18 PASS Key III 2 20 PASS Key III Operation 2 21 Thr...

Page 437: ...r New Tires 5 64 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 39 Towing a Trailer 4 42 Your Vehicle 4 39 Traction Control System Active Light 3 38 Control System TCS 4 9 Traction cont Control System Warning Light 3 38 Enhanced Traction System ETS 4 11 Enhanced Traction System ETS Active Light 3 39 Enhanced Traction System ETS Warning Light 3 39 Transaxle Fluid Automatic 5 23 5 24 Transaxle Operation Automatic 2 ...

Page 438: ...s DIC Warnings and Messages 3 50 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Other Warning 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 42 Windows 2 16 Power 2 17 Windshield Washer 3 10 Washer Fluid 5 38 Wiper Blade Replacement 5 52 Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 94 Wiper Fuses 5 99 Wipers 3 9 Windshield Rear...

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