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Headlamps, Front Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps

A. Sidemarker

B. Low-Beam Headlamp

C. High-Beam Headlamp

D. Parking/Turn Signal Lamp

To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:

1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-11

for more information.

2. Remove the screw from the headlamp assembly.

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Summary of Contents for 2006 Monte Carlo

Page 1: ... Lights Gages and Indicators 3 24 Driver Information Center DIC 3 39 Audio System s 3 59 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 34 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 4 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Headlamp Aiming 5 47 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 52 Tires 5 54 Appearance Care 5 85 Vehicle Identification 5 93...

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

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

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

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

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...ld Restraints 1 30 Older Children 1 30 Infants and Young Children 1 32 Child Restraint Systems 1 36 Where to Put the Restraint 1 39 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 41 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 46 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 48 Airbag System 1 52 Where Are the Airbags 1 55 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 57 What Makes an Ai...

Page 8: ...iver s seat The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion To adjust the seat do any of the following Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the rear part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the control up or down Driver s Seat ...

Page 9: ...d on the outboard side of the seat near the front of the seat cushion Lift up on the lever repeatedly to increase lumbar support Push down on the lever repeatedly to decrease lumbar support Driver s Seat with Manual Lumbar Power Seat Control and Manual Recline shown 1 3 ...

Page 10: ... the seat to a lower temperature The bottom light will be lit Press the button a third time to turn the heated seat off The heated seat feature will need to be turned on each time the ignition is turned off and back on again Reclining Seatbacks 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 p...

Page 11: ... the following 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright 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 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Driver s S...

Page 12: ...e 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 protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety ...

Page 13: ...ess the button on the side of the head restraint to lower it Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash 1 7 ...

Page 14: ...sy Entry Seat on page 1 9 To fold the seatback forward lift the lever and push the seatback forward 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 To return the seatback to the upright position push the seatback rearward until it locks in place Pus...

Page 15: ...Lift the lever on the back of the right front seat and tilt the seatback forward 2 Push on the seatback to slide the seat forward The seat is now in the position for easy entry exit 3 Return the seatback to the upright position to lock it Slide the seat fully rearward to lock it into its original position 1 9 ...

Page 16: ... After you have used it be sure to push rearward on an easy entry seat to be sure it is locked 5 Try to slide the entire seat back and forth to make sure the seat is locked into place Rear Seats Split Folding Rear Seat If your vehicle has this feature you can fold either side of the seatback down for more cargo space Make sure the front seat is not reclined If it is the rear seatback will not fold...

Page 17: ... all three positions CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in...

Page 18: ... 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 vehicle that is not equipped with seats and s...

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: ... such good sense Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I am wearing a safety belt A You could be whether you are wearing a safety belt or not But you can unbuckle a safety belt even if you are 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 1 16 ...

Page 23: ...n accident even one that is not your fault you and your passengers can be hurt Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control such as bad drivers Most accidents occur within 25 miles 40 km of home And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is o...

Page 24: ...isted 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough 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: ...t women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in ...

Page 31: ...ar seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who are not safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Lap Shoulder Belt All rear seat positions have lap shoulder belts Here is how...

Page 32: ...To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder part The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go ...

Page 33: ...omfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each 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 th...

Page 34: ...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 28 ...

Page 35: ...he 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 in between the seatback and interior body leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed Safety Belt Pretensioners Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passenger Although you cannot see them they are located on the retractor part o...

Page 36: ...ll be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for securing child seats To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt For more information see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have o...

Page 37: ...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 38: ... 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 39: ... 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 40: ...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 41: ...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 42: ... 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 36 ...

Page 43: ...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 37 ...

Page 44: ...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 45: ... A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side CAUTION A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Make s...

Page 46: ...o system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off General Motors recommends that CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued rear facing child restraints be secured in the rear seat even if the airbag or airbags are off If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the fron...

Page 47: ...raint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual When installing a child restraint with a top tether you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a chi...

Page 48: ...top of the child restraint to the vehicle A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle The top tether attachment B on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash Your child restraint may have a single tether A or a dual tether C Either will have a single attachment B t...

Page 49: ... Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint If the child restraint does not have a top tether one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors j Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lo...

Page 50: ... this position Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat See Where to Put the Restraint on page 1 39 for additional information Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to anchors the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the ch...

Page 51: ...ns in this manual 1 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 1 3 Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the 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...

Page 52: ...osition Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the rel...

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

Page 54: ...straint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has airbags A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child restraint See Where to Put the Restraint on page 1 39 In addition your vehicle has the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag and side impact airbag if equipped when an infant in a rear faci...

Page 55: ...nts be secured in the rear seat even if the airbag or airbags are off If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat position move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward facing child restraint See Manual Passenger Seat on page 1 2 or Power Seat on page 1 2 If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers...

Page 56: ...ensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag and side impact airbag if equipped the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you turn the ignition to RUN or START See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3 28 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Remove the safety belt from the guide on the head restraint by sliding the...

Page 57: ... you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt You should not be able to pull more of the belt from the retractor once the lock has been set 8 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 9 If the airbag or airbags are off the off indicator on the overhead cons...

Page 58: ...ve the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Insert the safety belt into the guide on the head restraint by sliding the webbing through the opening on the guide Airbag System Your vehicle has a frontal airbag for the driver and a frontal airbag for the...

Page 59: ... Frontal airbags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants frontal airbags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful airbags have provided in the past Side impact airbags are design...

Page 60: ...n it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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...

Page 61: ...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 55 ...

Page 62: ...e driver s side impact airbag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door If your vehicle has one the right front passenger s side impact airbag is in the side of the passenger s seatback closest to the door 1 56 ...

Page 63: ... depends largely on what you hit the direction of the impact and how quickly your vehicle slows down In addition your vehicle has dual stage frontal airbags which adjust the restraint according to crash severity Your vehicle is equipped with electronic frontal sensors which help the sensing system distinguish between a moderate frontal impact and a more severe frontal impact For moderate frontal i...

Page 64: ...irbags inflation is determined by the location and severity of the impact What Makes an Airbag Inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the airbag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator which inflates the airbag The inflator the airbag and related hardware are all part of the airbag modules Frontal airbag modules are ...

Page 65: ...that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch 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...

Page 66: ...tic module which records information after a crash See Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders on page 7 9 Let only qualified technicians work on your airbag system Improper service can mean that your airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Passenger Sensing System Your vehicle has a passenger sensing system The passenger airbag status indicator on the overhead co...

Page 67: ...l accommodate a rear facing child restraint A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbags deploy CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint wo...

Page 68: ...ng system has turned off the right front passenger s airbag or airbags the off indicator in the overhead console will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag or airbags are off If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit turn the vehicle off Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint following the child restraint manufacturer s di...

Page 69: ...may or may not turn off the right front passenger s airbag or airbags depending upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in your vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person If a person of adult size is sitting in the right front passenger s seat but the off indicator is lit it could be because that ...

Page 70: ...ght front passenger s seat may not have the protection of an airbag See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 27 for more on this including important safety information Aftermarket equipment such as seat covers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates You may want to consider not using seat covers or other aftermarket equipment if your vehicle has the passenger sensing system See Addin...

Page 71: ...r and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 15 CAUTION For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an airbag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inflates Avo...

Page 72: ...numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 Q Because I have a disability I have to get my vehicle modified How can I find out whether this will affect my airbag system A Changing or moving any parts of the front seats safety belts the airbag sensing and diagnostic module located...

Page 73: ...torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers and have them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Notice If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s frontal airbag or an airbag covering if equipped on a seatback the airbag may not work properly You may have to replace the airbag module in t...

Page 74: ...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 an airbag inflates you will need to replace airbag system parts See the part on the airbag system earlier in this section If an airbag inflates you will also need to replace the driver and front passenger...

Page 75: ...isplacement on Demand DoD 5 3L V8 Engine 2 21 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 22 Parking Brake 2 25 Shifting Into Park P 2 26 Shifting Out of Park P 2 27 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 28 Engine Exhaust 2 28 Running the Engine While Parked 2 29 Mirrors 2 30 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 30 Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar 2 30 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 30 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...

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

Page 77: ...he remote keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause interference This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the d...

Page 78: ...2 4 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation The vehicle s doors can be locked and unlocked and the trunk can be unlatched from about 3 feet 1 m up to 65 feet 20 m away with the remote keyless entry transmitter If your vehicle has the remote start feature you can also start your vehicle with the remote keyless entry...

Page 79: ...oors will unlock The interior lamps will come on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on If enabled through the DIC the parking lamps will flash once to indicate unlocking has occurred See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3 53 Pressing the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter will disarm the content theft deterrent system See Content Theft Deterrent on page ...

Page 80: ...e battery is weak if the transmitter will not work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it is probably time to change the battery The REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message in the vehicle s DIC will display if the remote keyless entry transmitter battery is low See REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY under DIC Warnings and Messages on p...

Page 81: ...n view when doing so Check local regulations for any requirements on remote starting of vehicles Do not use the remote start feature if your vehicle is low on fuel Your vehicle may run out of fuel Your remote keyless entry transmitter with the remote start button provides an increased range of operation However the range may be less while the vehicle is running As a result you may need to be close...

Page 82: ...n and then press and hold the remote start button on the remote keyless entry transmitter again before the first 10 minutes of engine running time has expired 10 minutes are added to the remaining minutes For example if the lock button and then the remote start buttons are pressed again after five minutes of the engine run time 10 minutes are added and you now have 15 minutes of engine running The...

Page 83: ...ked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locked the handle will not open it You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked So wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get ...

Page 84: ...ush the manual lock lever forward To unlock a door push the lever rearward Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is located on each door above the armrest Press the top of the switch to unlock both doors or press the bottom of the switch to lock both doors If your vehicle has the optional content theft deterrent system and it is armed the power door lock switches will be disabled You must use ...

Page 85: ...r is open and the key is in the ignition both doors will lock and then the driver s door will unlock A chime will sound continuously until both doors are closed Trunk CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You cannot see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the trunk lid open o...

Page 86: ...nk by lowering the rear seat and pulling the emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk See Split Folding Rear Seat on page 1 10 and Emergency Trunk Release Handle following Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle The emergency trunk release handle i...

Page 87: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 13 ...

Page 88: ...e labeled AUTO This allows you to lower the window completely without holding the switch Press the front of the switch all the way down and release To stop the window while it is lowering briefly pull up on the switch Sun Visors To block out glare swing down the sun visors They can be detached from the center retainer and slid along the rod to cover different areas of the front window and rotated ...

Page 89: ...h the remote keyless entry transmitter The power door lock switches are disabled and the doors remain locked You must use your remote keyless entry transmitter or your key to unlock the doors when the system is armed Arming with the Power Lock Switch The alarm system will arm when you use either power lock switch to lock the doors while any door or the trunk is open and the key is removed from the...

Page 90: ...y III Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key III is a passive theft deterrent system This means you do not have to do anything special to arm or disarm the system It works when you transition the key to RUN ACCESSORY or START from the OFF position When the PASS Key III system senses that someone is using the wrong key it prevents the vehicle from starting Anyone us...

Page 91: ...e new key has a stamped on it 2 Insert the original already programmed key in the ignition and start the engine If the engine will not start see your dealer for service 3 After the engine has started turn the key to OFF and remove the key 4 Insert the new key to be programmed and turn it to the RUN position within five seconds of removing the original key 5 The security light will turn off once th...

Page 92: ...ideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer on page 4 36 for the trailer towing capabilities of your vehicle and more information Following break in engine speed and load can be gradually increased Ignition Positions With the ignition key in the ignition the key can be turned to four different positions Notice Using a tool to force the key...

Page 93: ...is opened Also the power windows will continue to work for up to 10 minutes or until any door is opened Starting the Engine Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine will not start in any other position that is a safety feature To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only Notice Shifting into PARK P with the vehicle moving could damage the transaxle Shift into PARK P on...

Page 94: ...fore adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you do not your engine might not perform properly Any resulting damage would not be covered by your vehicle s warranty Engine Coolant Heater Your vehicle may have this feature In very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You will get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coo...

Page 95: ...ure the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you will be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area Displacement on Demand DoD 5 3L V8 Engine Your vehicle s engine may be equipped with Displacement on Demand DoD This system allows the engine to operate on...

Page 96: ... PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 36 Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine...

Page 97: ...eople or objects Do not shift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while the engine is running at high speed may damage the transaxle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Be sure the engine is not running at high speeds when shifting your vehicle AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D This position is for normal driving If you need mor...

Page 98: ... use your brakes off and on Notice Driving in SECOND 2 for more than 25 miles 40 km or at speeds over 55 mph 90 km h may damage the transaxle Also shifting into SECOND 2 at speeds above 65 mph 105 km h can cause damage Drive in THIRD 3 or AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D instead of SECOND 2 FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills...

Page 99: ... foot the parking brake pedal will follow it to the released position A warning chime will sound and a brake warning light located on the instrument panel cluster will come on if the parking brake is set the ignition is on and the shift lever is not in PARK P Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Verify that ...

Page 100: ...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 101: ... so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2 22 If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK P while keep...

Page 102: ...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 103: ...ne running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 24 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 104: ...he mirror Press the button next to each lamp to turn it on and off There are also OnStar buttons located at the bottom of the mirror face See your dealer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar See OnStar System on page 2 32 for more information about the services OnStar provides Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Your vehicle may be equipped with an automatic dimming rear...

Page 105: ...ff There are also OnStar buttons located at the bottom of the mirror See your dealer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar See OnStar System on page 2 32 for more information about the service OnStar provides Outside Power Mirrors The controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver s door armrest Use the selector switch located below the four way contro...

Page 106: ...tellite technology wireless communications and live advisors to provide you with a wide range of safety security information and convenience services If your airbags deploy the system is designed to make an automatic call to OnStar Emergency where we can request emergency services be sent to your location If you lock your keys in the car call OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR and they can send a signal to ...

Page 107: ...tion and Convenience Services OnStar Personal Calling As an OnStar subscriber the Personal Calling capability allows you to make hands free calls using a wireless system that is integrated into the vehicle Calls can be placed nationwide using simple voice commands with no additional contracts and no additional roaming charges To find out more about OnStar Personal Calling refer to the OnStar User ...

Page 108: ...tar User s Guide for more information Universal Home Remote System The Universal Home Remote System provides a way to replace up to three hand held transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators garage door openers entry door locks security systems and home lighting If your vehicle has the Universal Home Remote Transmitter it complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subjec...

Page 109: ...r Universal Home Remote Transmitter Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Home Remote Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you in the programming steps Keep the original hand held transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future Universal Home Remote programming It is also recommended that upon t...

Page 110: ...anadian Programming later in this section 4 The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly after Universal Home Remote successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand held transmitter Release both buttons 5 Press and hold the newly trained Universal Home Remote button and observe the indicator light If the indicator light stays on constantly programming is complete and yo...

Page 111: ... Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission This may not be long enough for Universal Home Remote to pick up the signal during programming Similarly some U S gate operators are manufactured to time out in the same manner If you live in Canada or you are having difficulty programming a gate op...

Page 112: ...me beginning with Step 2 under Programming Universal Home Remote shown earlier in this section Individual buttons cannot be erased but they can be reprogrammed See Reprogramming a Single Universal Home Remote Button following this section Reprogramming a Single Universal Home Remote Button To program a device to Universal Home Remote using a Universal Home Remote button previously trained follow t...

Page 113: ...e s storage area press the latch located toward the front of the console lid on the driver s side of the vehicle Rear Seat Armrest Your vehicle has a rear seat armrest with cupholders To access pull the tab on the armrest forward Convenience Net The vehicle may have a convenience net located on the back wall of the trunk The net is not for larger heavier loads Store those in the trunk as far forwa...

Page 114: ...hade should be fully opened The sunshade can be opened or closed manually by sliding it rearward or forward From the vent position press this switch again to activate the express open feature Press the close switch to stop movement of the sunroof The sunshade will automatically open when using express open A deflector will automatically pop up when the sunroof is opened The deflector will retract ...

Page 115: ...hting 3 16 Parade Dimming 3 17 Reading Lamps 3 17 Battery Run Down Protection 3 17 Accessory Power Outlet s 3 17 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 3 18 Climate Controls 3 19 Climate Control System 3 19 Outlet Adjustment 3 22 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3 23 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 24 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 25 Speedometer and Odometer 3 26 Tachometer 3 26 Safety Belt Reminder L...

Page 116: ...eration and Displays 3 40 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 46 DIC Vehicle Customization 3 53 Audio System s 3 59 Setting the Time Without Date Display 3 60 Setting the Time With Date Display 3 61 Radio with CD Base 3 62 Radio with CD MP3 3 67 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 82 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 83 Radio Reception 3 83 Care of Your CDs 3 84 Care of the CD Player 3 84 Backglass Antenna 3 85 XM Sa...

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

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

Page 119: ... on page 3 13 I Instrument Panel Brightness See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 15 J Traction Control On Off Button If Equipped See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 9 K Tilt Steering Wheel Lever See Tilt Wheel on page 3 6 L Steering Wheel Cruise Control If Equipped See Cruise Control on page 3 10 M Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 11 N Horn See Horn on page 3 6 O Audio Steering W...

Page 120: ... the 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 Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can raise the steering wheel to the highest level to give ...

Page 121: ...w you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will r...

Page 122: ...omentarily to switch to high beam to signal you are going to pass If the headlamps are on they will return to low beam when the lever is released This feature operates even if the headlamps are off Windshield Wipers Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they are frozen to the windshield gently loosen or thaw them Damaged wiper blades may not clear the windshield ...

Page 123: ...o stop the wipers move the band to off Windshield Washer At the top of the multifunction lever there s a paddle with the windshield washer symbol on it To spray washer fluid on the windshield push the paddle The wipers will run for several sweeps and then either stop or return to your preset speed The ignition key must be in ACCESSORY or RUN for this to work See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 3...

Page 124: ...d you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system if equipped begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 9 When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on The cruise control buttons are locat...

Page 125: ...Off button 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Press and release the SET button located on the steering wheel 4 Take your foot off the accelerator Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This shuts off the cruise control But you do not need to reset it Once you are driving about 25 mph 40 km h or more press the RES button on your steeri...

Page 126: ...l on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too m...

Page 127: ...utomatically turn on the headlamps at normal brightness together with the following Parking Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Parking Lamps Turn the control to this position to turn on the parking lamps together with the following Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights 2 Headlamps Turn the control to this position to turn on the headlamps together with the ...

Page 128: ...helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work so be sure it is not covered The DRL system s automatic headlamp control will make the low beam headlamps come on at...

Page 129: ... Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps Instrument Panel Brightness D Instrument Panel Brightness The knob with this symbol on it is located next to the exterior lamps control Push and pull the knob out halfway and then turn the knob clockwise to brighten or counterclockwise to dim the lights Courtesy Lamps When a door is opened the courtesy lamps au...

Page 130: ... lighting illuminates the interior for a period of time after all the doors have been closed The ignition must be off for delayed entry lighting to work Immediately after both doors have been closed the delayed entry lighting feature will continue to work until one of the following occurs The ignition is in RUN The doors are locked An illumination period of 20 seconds has elapsed If during the ill...

Page 131: ...ll turn off the lamps after only three minutes Battery rundown protection will also work if the headlamps are left on After having been left on for 10 minutes the headlamps and the parking lamps will flash three times They will remain on for one more minute before turning off automatically Accessory Power Outlet s Your vehicle has a two 12 volt outlets which can be used to plug in electrical equip...

Page 132: ...esigned for accessory power plugs only Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter Notice If you put papers 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 Your vehicle may have a cigarette lighter and ashtray located on the console The ashtray is removable and has a cupholder and...

Page 133: ...ual Operation Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to direct the airflow inside of your vehicle To change the current mode select one of the following H Vent This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level This mode directs approximately half of the of air to the instrument panel outlets and the other half to the floor outlets Dual Zone with Optional Heated Seat Control...

Page 134: ...tton will come on to let you know that it is activated Outside air cannot be used with the recirculation mode Recirculation When the button is pressed an indicator light will come on This mode keeps outside air from entering the vehicle It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering your vehicle Recirculation may also help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly once t...

Page 135: ...s can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly Turn the right knob clockwise to select the defog or defrost mode Do not drive the vehicle until all the window...

Page 136: ...ould not be covered by your warranty Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid Outlet Adjustment Use the knob located below or to the side of the outlet to change the direction of the air flow Operation Tips Clear away any ice snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into your vehicle Use o...

Page 137: ...ir filter see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 To change the passenger compartment air filter use the following steps 1 Turn off the ignition when the windshield wipers are in the up position 2 Raise the vehicle hood 3 Disconnect the windshield washer pump hose from the fender rail and air inlet grille 4 Peel back the hood weatherstrip from the passenger s side of the vehicle halfway to center 5 ...

Page 138: ... you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages s...

Page 139: ... designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going about how much fuel is in your tank and many other things you need to drive safely and economically United States Uplevel shown Base and Canada similar 3 25 ...

Page 140: ...t be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Tachometer Notice If you operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area your vehicle could be damaged and the damages would not be covered by your warranty Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolution...

Page 141: ...kled and the vehicle is in motion If the passenger s safety belt is buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the airbag sensors th...

Page 142: ...ds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Your vehicle has the passenger sensing system Your overhead console has a passenger airbag status indicator When the ignition key is turned to RUN or START the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF or the...

Page 143: ...nger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger s airbag or airbags are enabled may inflate CAUTION If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger s seat it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger s frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag if equipped A child in a rear f...

Page 144: ...ction of an airbag See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 27 Charging System Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition but the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working It should go out once the engine is running If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with the charging system It could indicate that you have pr...

Page 145: ...ght will stay on if your parking brake does not release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed fo...

Page 146: ... when you turn the ignition key to RUN This is normal If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Traction Control System TCS Warning Light For vehicles equipped with the traction control system this warning light should come on briefly when the engine is started If the warning light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready ...

Page 147: ...ot be covered by your warranty Never drive with the engine coolant temperature warning light on This light will also come on when starting your vehicle If it doesn t have your vehicle serviced Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves towards the H United States or the shaded in thermostat Canada it means that your engine coolant has o...

Page 148: ...problem is apparent This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Notice If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after awhile your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repai...

Page 149: ...following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You ma...

Page 150: ...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 151: ...changing engine oil This light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure The light goes on when you turn your key to RUN or START It goes off once you start your engine That is a check to be sure the light works If it does not come on be sure to have it fixed so it will be there to warn you if something goes wrong When the light comes on and stays on it means that oil is ...

Page 152: ...ht 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 10 for more information Highbeam On Light This light will come on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 3 8 Fuel Gage When the ignition is on the fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have remaining United State...

Page 153: ...es on when the ignition is on After a short delay the DIC will display the information that was last displayed before the engine was turned off The DIC displays trip fuel and vehicle system information and warning messages if a system problem is detected The bottom line of the DIC shows the shift lever position indicator See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2 22 for more information If your v...

Page 154: ...o display the oil life units tire pressure readings and Tire Pressure Monitor TPM system programming on vehicles with a Tire Pressure Monitor TPM system compass zone and compass calibration on vehicles with this feature and remote keyless entry transmitter programming U Customization Press this button to customize the feature settings on your vehicle See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3 53 for ...

Page 155: ...tivated the display will show 5 miles 8 km As the vehicle begins moving the display will then increase to 5 1 miles 8 2 km 5 2 miles 8 4 km etc If the retro active reset feature is activated after the vehicle is started but before it begins moving the display will show the number of miles mi or kilometers km that were driven during the last ignition cycle Fuel Range Press the trip fuel button unti...

Page 156: ...llon mpg or liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km Unlike average economy this screen cannot be reset If your vehicle has a V8 engine a Displacement on Demand DoD indicator will display on the right side of the DIC while INST ECONOMY displays on the left side DoD allows the engine to operate on either four or eight cylinders depending on your driving demands When DoD is active 4CYL MODE will display o...

Page 157: ... change It will not reset itself Also be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change To reset the engine oil life system see Engine Oil Life System on page 5 20 Units Press the vehicle information button until UNITS displays This display allows you to select between English or Metri...

Page 158: ... trip it will be necessary to compensate for compass variance and reset the zone through the DIC Compass variance is the difference between the earth s magnetic north and true geographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance the compass in the vehicle could give false readings In order to do this the compass must be set or calibrated to the variance zone in which the vehicle is tra...

Page 159: ...RESS V TO CALIBRATE COMPASS screen is displayed 3 Press the set reset button to start the compass calibration 4 The DIC will display CALIBRATING DRIVE IN CIRCLES Drive the vehicle in circles at less than 5 mph 8 km h to complete the calibration The DIC will display CALIBRATION COMPLETE when the calibration is complete Remote Key This display allows you to match the remote keyless entry transmitter...

Page 160: ...ared You should take any messages that appear on the display seriously and remember that clearing the messages will only make the messages disappear not correct the problem The following are the possible messages that can be displayed and some information about them AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL OFF This message will display when the automatic headlamps are turned off See Daytime Running Lamps DRL Autom...

Page 161: ...ure is low the low tire pressure warning light will come on See Tire Pressure Light on page 3 34 DRIVER DOOR OPEN This message will display when the driver s door is not closed properly When this message appears you should make sure that the driver s door is closed completely ENGINE HOT A C Air Conditioning OFF This message will display when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operat...

Page 162: ... a continuous chime when the engine has overheated Stop and turn the engine off immediately to avoid severe engine damage See Engine Overheating on page 5 29 ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED This message will display when the vehicle s engine power is reduced Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle s ability to accelerate If this message is on but there is no reduction in performance proceed to your de...

Page 163: ...s low The oil pressure light will also appear on the instrument panel cluster See Oil Pressure Light on page 3 37 Stop the vehicle immediately as engine damage can result from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure Have the vehicle serviced by your GM dealer as soon as possible when this message is displayed PASSENGER DOOR OPEN This message will display when the passenger s door is not closed pro...

Page 164: ...EM This message will display when service is required on the brake system Have the brake system serviced by your GM dealer as soon as possible The brake system warning light will also appear on the instrument panel cluster when this message appears on the DIC See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 31 SERVICE POWER STEERING This message will display when a problem is detected with the power steer...

Page 165: ...ol System TCS on page 4 9 for more information Have the traction control system serviced by your GM dealer as soon as possible SERVICE TRANSMISSION This message will display when there is a problem with the transaxle See your GM dealer for service SERVICE VEHICLE SOON This message will display when a non emissions related malfunction occurs Have the vehicle serviced by your GM dealer as soon as po...

Page 166: ...Control System TCS on page 4 9 for more information This message will only display while the ignition is in RUN and will disappear after 10 seconds unless it is acknowledged or an urgent warning appears Any of the following conditions may cause the traction control system to turn off The traction control system is turned off by pressing the traction control button See Traction Control System TCS o...

Page 167: ...ustomization capabilities that allow you to program certain features to one preferred setting Customization features can only be programmed to one setting on the vehicle and cannot be programmed to a preferred setting for two different drivers All of the customization options may not be available on your vehicle Only the options available will be displayed on your DIC The default settings for the ...

Page 168: ...appear in English FRANCAIS French All messages will appear in French ESPANOL Spanish All messages will appear in Spanish NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain Select one of the available choices and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it AUTO DOOR UNLOCK This feature allows you to select whether or not to turn off the aut...

Page 169: ...llowing choices HORN LIGHTS OFF There will be no feedback when you press the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter LIGHTS ONLY The exterior lamps will flash when you press the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter HORN ONLY The horn will sound on the second press of the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter HORN LIGHTS ON default The exterior lamps will fl...

Page 170: ...emain on This happens after the vehicle is unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter or if the vehicle key is turned to OFF from RUN Press the customization button until EXIT LIGHTING appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following choices OFF The exterior lamps will not turn...

Page 171: ...Entry System Operation on page 2 4 for more information NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain Select one of the available choices and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it CHIME VOLUME This feature allows you to select the volume level of the chime Press the customization button until CHIME VOLUME appears on the DIC disp...

Page 172: ... on the DIC to select it FACTORY SETTINGS This feature allows you to set all of the customization features back to their factory default settings Press the customization button until FACTORY SETTINGS appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following choices RESTORE ALL default The custom...

Page 173: ...iliar with your vehicle s audio system you can use it with less effort as well as take advantage of its features While your vehicle is parked set up your audio system by presetting your favorite radio stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Then when driving conditions permit you can tune to your favorite stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them C...

Page 174: ...cle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added Notice The chime signals related to safety belts parking brake and other functions of your vehicle operate through the radio entertainment system If that equipment is replaced or additional equipment is added to your vehicle the chimes may not work Make sure that replacement or additional equipment is compatible ...

Page 175: ...rease by one Another way to increase the time or date is to press the right SEEK arrow or FWD button To decrease press the left SEEK arrow or REV button You can also rotate the tune knob to adjust the selected setting If your vehicle has a radio with a six disc CD player the radio will have a MENU button instead of the clock button to set the time and date Press the MENU button Once the clock opti...

Page 176: ... f Tune Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK Press the right or left SEEK arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for a few seconds until you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning The radio will only seek and s...

Page 177: ...or if there is static decrease the treble EQ Equalization Press this button to select preset equalization settings To return to the manual mode press the EQ button until Manual appears on the display or start to manually adjust the bass or treble by pressing the tune knob Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL FADE Balance Fade To adjust the balance or fade press this button or the tune knob unti...

Page 178: ...lay properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs on page 3 84 for more information If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Notice If you add any label to a CD insert more than one CD into the slot at a time or attempt to play scratched or 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 a...

Page 179: ...ire CD can be repeated played over and over To use repeat do the following To repeat the track you are listening to press and release the RPT button An arrow symbol will appear on the display Press RPT again to turn off repeat play To repeat the CD you are listening to press and hold the RPT button for a few seconds An arrow symbol will appear on the display Press RPT again to turn off repeat play...

Page 180: ...MP3 player CD changer or cassette player to the auxiliary input jack for use as another source for audio listening To use a portable audio player connect a 3 5 mm 1 8 inch cable to the radio s front auxiliary input jack When a device is connected press the radio CD AUX button to begin playing audio from the device over the car speakers When a device is connected the radio automatically begins play...

Page 181: ... information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station 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 traffic weather and children s programming XM provides digital quality audio and...

Page 182: ...ding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between AM FM or XM if equipped The display will show the selection f Tune Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK Press the right or left SEEK arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for a few seconds until you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few s...

Page 183: ...the steps for each pushbutton radio station you want stored as a favorite The number of favorites pages can be setup using the MENU button To setup the number of favorites pages perform the following steps 1 Press the MENU button to display the radio setup menu 2 Press the pushbutton located below the FAV 1 6 label 3 Select the desired number of favorites pages by pressing the pushbutton located b...

Page 184: ... button until the desired levels are obtained To quickly adjust balance or fade to the middle position press the pushbutton positioned under the BAL or FADE label for more than two seconds You will hear a beep and the level will be adjusted to the middle position To quickly adjust all speaker and tone controls to the middle position press the tune knob for more than two seconds until you hear a be...

Page 185: ...button under the Add label when a removed category is displayed or by pressing the pushbutton under the Restore All label The radio will not allow you to remove or add categories while the vehicle is moving faster than 5 mph 8 kmh Radio Messages Calibration Error The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If Calibration Error appears on the display it means that the rad...

Page 186: ...he signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after four second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Channel Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel Channel Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer ...

Page 187: ...other vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message appears after having your vehicle serviced check with your dealer XM Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio eight digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate the service Unknown Radio ID not known should only be if hardware fai...

Page 188: ...erted the CD symbol will appear on the CD As each new track starts to play the track number will appear on the display The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring Full size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner If playing a CD R the sound quality may be reduced due to CD R quality the method of recording the quality of the music that has been reco...

Page 189: ...K arrow to go to the next track If either SEEK arrow is held or pressed multiple times the player will continue moving backward or forward through the tracks on the CD s REV Reverse Press and hold this button to reverse playback quickly within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume Release this pushbutton to resume playing the track The elapsed time of the track will appear on the display...

Page 190: ...a portable audio player is not connected no input device found will be displayed Using an MP3 WMA CD R or CR W Disc The radio will play MP3 and WMA files that were recorded on a CD R or CD RW disc The files can be recorded with the following fixed bit rates 32 kbps 40 kbps 56 kbps 64 kbps 80 kbps 96 kbps 112 kbps 128 kbps 160 kbps 192 kbps 224 kbps 256 kbps and 320 kbps or a variable bit rate Song...

Page 191: ... audio disc before you burn it Trying to add music to an existing disc may cause the disc not to function in the player You can change playlists by using the previous and next folder buttons the tuner knob or the seek buttons You can also play an MP3 CD R that was recorded using no file folders If a CD R contains more than the maximum of 50 folders 50 playlists and 255 files the player will let yo...

Page 192: ...st track in the first folder and will continue sequentially through all tracks in each folder When the last track of the last folder has been played play will continue from the first track of the first folder When play enters a new folder the display will not automatically show the new folder name unless you have chosen the folder mode as the default display The new track name will appear on the d...

Page 193: ...cratched the CD will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs on page 3 84 for more information If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Notice If you add any label to a CD insert more than one CD into the slot at a time or attempt to play scratched or damaged CDs you could damage the CD player When using the CD player use only CDs in good condition witho...

Page 194: ...playing the file The elapsed time of the file will appear on the display RDM Random With random you can listen to MP3 files on the CD R in random rather than sequential order on one CD R or all discs in a six disc CD player To use random do one of the following 1 To play MP3 files from the CD R you are listening to in random order press the pushbutton positioned under the RDM label until Random Cu...

Page 195: ... on the CD R and begin playing MP3 files from that album To exit music navigator mode press the pushbutton below the Back label to return to normal MP3 playback BAND Press this button to listen to the radio while a CD is playing The CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening CD AUX CD Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD while listening to the radio The CD icon and a message s...

Page 196: ...lume Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume of the portable player You may need to do additional volume adjustments from the portable device if the volume does not go loud or soft enough BAND Press this button to listen to the radio while a portable audio device is playing The portable audio device will continue playing so you may want to stop it or turn it...

Page 197: ...between AM FM XM if equipped CD and AUX jack Volume Press the plus or minus button to increase or to decrease the radio volume Seek Press the seek arrow to go to the next radio station and stay there Radio Reception You may experience frequency interference and static during normal radio reception if items such as cellphone chargers vehicle convenience accessories and external electronic devices a...

Page 198: ...rference Care of Your CDs 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 of the disc If the surface of a CD is damaged such as cracked broken or scratched the CD will not play properly or not at all If the surface of a CD is soiled take a soft lint free cloth or dampen a clean soft clot...

Page 199: ...our warranty Do not clear the inside rear window with sharp objects Because this antenna is built into your rear window there is a reduced risk of damage caused by car washes and vandals If static is heard on the radio when the rear window defogger is turned on it could mean that a defogger grid line has been damaged If this is true the grid line must be repaired If you choose to add a cellular te...

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Page 201: ... of Control 4 14 Driving at Night 4 16 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 17 City Driving 4 19 Freeway Driving 4 20 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 21 Highway Hypnosis 4 22 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 22 Winter Driving 4 24 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 28 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 29 Loading Your Vehicle 4 29 Towing 4 34 Towing Your Vehicle 4 34 Recreational Vehicle ...

Page 202: ...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 203: ...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 204: ... drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks The law in most U S states and throughout Canada sets the legal l...

Page 205: ...w Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your refl...

Page 206: ...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 207: ...BS will check itself You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves or pulses a little This is normal 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 d...

Page 208: ...ugh room up ahead to stop even though you have ABS Using ABS Do not pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may feel a slight brake pedal pulsation or notice some noise but this is normal Braking in Emergencies At some time nearly every driver gets into a situation that requires hard braking If you have ABS you can steer and brake at the same time H...

Page 209: ... lose traction When this happens the system reduces engine power and may also upshift the transaxle and apply the front brakes to limit wheel spin This light will flash when your Traction Control System is limiting wheel spin See Traction Control System TCS Warning Light on page 3 32 You may feel or hear the system working but this is normal If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction c...

Page 210: ... will come on and the system will turn off right away You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again The Traction Control System warning light should go off Adding non GM accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 for more information Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or ...

Page 211: ...can overwhelm those places where the tires meet the road and make you lose control What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the brake or accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions Under less favorable conditions yo...

Page 212: ...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 213: ...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 214: ...our shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane Remember that your passenger side outside mirror is convex The vehicle...

Page 215: ...ed when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine br...

Page 216: ... less trouble adjusting to night But if you are driving do not wear sunglasses at night They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to re adjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who does not lower the h...

Page 217: ... 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 218: ... 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 219: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 20 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Page 220: ...nce there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly...

Page 221: ...do not plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it is ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you will find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They will be ready and...

Page 222: ...re 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 rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercise or both For safety treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency Hill and Mountain Roa...

Page 223: ...wn hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide or...

Page 224: ... scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 4 24 ...

Page 225: ...control improves your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road Even though your vehicle has the Traction Control System TCS you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions Under certain conditions you may want to turn the traction control system off such as when driving through deep snow and loose gravel to help maintain vehicle motion at lower speeds See Tra...

Page 226: ... patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here are some things to do to sum...

Page 227: ...nd check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and i...

Page 228: ...known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transaxle or 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 ...

Page 229: ...a rocking motion that may free your vehicle If that does not get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 34 Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry the Tire and Loading Information label and the Vehicl...

Page 230: ...ortant loading information on the Certification label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axle see Certification Label later in this section Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine t...

Page 231: ...icle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity for your vehicle If your vehicle can tow a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 36 for important information on towing a trailer towing safety rules and trailering tips Item Description Total A Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg...

Page 232: ...eight 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 maximum vehicle capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s maximum vehicle ca...

Page 233: ...axle If the vehicle is going to carry a heavy load spread it out Do not carry more than 167 lbs 76 kg in the 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 your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and c...

Page 234: ... leave a seat folded down unless you need to Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 5 If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motorhome see Recreational Vehicle Towing following Recreational Vehicle Towing Recre...

Page 235: ...towed See Before Leaving on a Long Trip on page 4 21 Dinghy Towing Notice If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground the drivetrain components could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground If your vehicle must be towed you shou...

Page 236: ...pears 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 it are many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of yo...

Page 237: ...her parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the 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 Weigh...

Page 238: ...lonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to...

Page 239: ... body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See Engine Exhaust on page 2 28 Dirt and water can too Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue...

Page 240: ...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 241: ...n you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well On a long uphill grade shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph 70 km h to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating If you have overdrive you may want to drive in THIRD 3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trail...

Page 242: ...a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil drive belts cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review this information before you start your trip Check pe...

Page 243: ...verheating 5 29 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 31 Cooling System 5 31 Power Steering Fluid 5 38 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 39 Brakes 5 40 Battery 5 42 Jump Starting 5 43 Headlamp Aiming 5 47 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Halogen Bulbs 5 47 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 48 Taillamps Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 50 Back Up Lamps 5 51 Replacement Bulbs 5 51 Windshi...

Page 244: ...leaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 89 Finish Care 5 89 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 90 Aluminum Wheels 5 90 Tires 5 91 Sheet Metal Damage 5 91 Finish Damage 5 91 Underbody Maintenance 5 91 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 92 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 92 Vehicle Identification 5 93 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 93 Service Parts Identification Label 5 93 Electrical System 5 94 Add On Electric...

Page 245: ...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 246: ...tempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 65 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record on page 6 14 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noi...

Page 247: ...sing 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 United States or CAN CGSB 3 5 in Canada Some gasolines may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT General Motors recommends against the use of gasolines conta...

Page 248: ...your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT General Motors recommends against the use of such gasoline...

Page 249: ...s energy per gallon than gasoline so you will need to refill your fuel tank more often when using E85 than when you are using gasoline Regular unleaded gasoline is recommended when pulling a trailer For payload capacity with ethanol fuel see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 Notice Some additives are not compatible with E85 fuel and may harm your fuel system Damage caused by additives would not be...

Page 250: ...rials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver s side of the vehicle To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly counterclockwise The fuel cap has a spring in it if the cap is released to...

Page 251: ...iagnostic 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 34 The TIGHTEN 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 46 for more information CAUTION If a fire start...

Page 252: ...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 253: ...d to the left of the parking brake pedal 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood latch located near the center of the hood front by pushing the latch to the right 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then pull the hood down and close it firmly 5 11 ...

Page 254: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3 5L V6 engine here is what you will see 5 12 ...

Page 255: ... Pressure Cap See Pressure Cap on page 5 28 G Power Steering Fluid Cap See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 38 H Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 17 I Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 17 J Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick Out of View See Checking the Fluid Level under Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 5 23 K Brake Maste...

Page 256: ...When you open the hood on the 3 9L V6 engine here is what you will see 5 14 ...

Page 257: ... Pressure Cap See Pressure Cap on page 5 28 G Power Steering Fluid Cap See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 38 H Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 17 I Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 17 J Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick Out of View See Checking the Fluid Level under Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 5 23 K Brake Maste...

Page 258: ...When you open the hood on the 5 3L V8 engine here is what you will see 5 16 ...

Page 259: ...linder Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 5 40 K Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 22 L Coolant Recovery Tank See Checking Coolant under Cooling System on page 5 31 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level gro...

Page 260: ...ications on page 5 100 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range in the cross hatched area...

Page 261: ...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 262: ...rk properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message in the Driver Information Center DIC will come on See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 46 Change your oil as soon as possible within the next 600 miles 1 000 km It is possible that i...

Page 263: ...CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes back on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or prope...

Page 264: ...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 Lift the filter cover tabs on top of the engine...

Page 265: ...when the engine oil is changed Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed in Additional Required Services on page 6 6 and be sure to use the transaxle fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 How to Check Automatic Transaxle Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourse...

Page 266: ...the engine running 2 With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P 3 With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P 4 Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps 1 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it wi...

Page 267: ...ick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It does not take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Do not overfill Notice Use of the incorrect automatic transaxle fluid may damage your vehicle and the damages may not be covered by your warranty Always use the automatic transaxle fluid listed in Recommended Flu...

Page 268: ...wn to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature Let the warning lights and gages work as they should Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL may cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant may require changing sooner at the first maintenance service after each 30 000 mi...

Page 269: ...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 coolant needs to be added more than four times a year have your dealer check the cooling system Notice If you use extra inhibitors and or additives in your vehicle s cooling system you could damage your vehicle Use only the proper mixture of the en...

Page 270: ...urn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine Occasionally check t...

Page 271: ... see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle u...

Page 272: ...EUTRAL N and let the engine idle 2 Set the heater at the highest setting and the fan at the highest speed and open the windows as necessary If the overheat warning no longer exists the vehicle can be driven Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning does not come back on the vehicle can be driven normally If the warning continues and you have not stopped pull over stop and pa...

Page 273: ...heat condition exists Driving extended miles km and or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided Notice After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode to avoid engine damage allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair The engine oil will be severely degraded Repair the cause of coolant loss change the oil and reset the oil life system See Engine...

Page 274: ...ant recovery tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface If your vehicle has one of the V6 engines the coolant recovery tank is located in the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle If your vehicle has the 5 3L V8 engine the coolant recovery tank is located in the rear of the engine compartment on the dr...

Page 275: ...d you could 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 the fans should be running If the fans are not running your vehicle needs service Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty See Overheated E...

Page 276: ... the cold fill line add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant on page 5 26 for more information Notice In cold 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 C...

Page 277: ...e could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged 1 You can remove the pressure cap when the cooling system including the pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the cap slowly counterclockwise If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap and remove it CAUTION You can be burned if you spi...

Page 278: ...vel inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 9 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the cap is hand tight and fully seated 10 Check the coo...

Page 279: ...sure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap and remove it 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 3 Fill the cooling system with the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 26 for more informat...

Page 280: ... Power Steering Fluid To check the power steering fluid do the following 1 Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The fluid level should be somewhere within the cr...

Page 281: ... with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on 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 s...

Page 282: ...od idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot ...

Page 283: ...ged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Washing Your Vehicle on page 5 89 Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except wh...

Page 284: ...M brake parts When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts If you do not your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking ...

Page 285: ...TION Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you do not follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you Notice Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that would not be covered by your warranty Trying to start you...

Page 286: ... unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlets Turn off the radio and all lamps that are not needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save the radio 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminal locations on each vehicle You will not need to access your battery for jump starting Your vehi...

Page 287: ... injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative will go to ...

Page 288: ...ead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a 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...

Page 289: ... in an accident the headlamp aim may be affected Aim adjustment to the low beam headlamps may be necessary if it is difficult to see the lane markers for horizontal aim or if oncoming drivers flash their high beam headlamps at you for vertical aim If you believe your headlamps need to be re aimed it is recommend that you take the vehicle to your dealer for service Bulb Replacement For the proper t...

Page 290: ... Lamps A Sidemarker B Low Beam Headlamp C High Beam Headlamp D Parking Turn Signal Lamp To replace one of these bulbs do the following 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 11 for more information 2 Remove the screw from the headlamp assembly 5 48 ...

Page 291: ...he electrical connector from the bulb by raising the lock tab and pulling the connector away from the bulb s base 8 Install the electrical connector to the bulb 9 Install the new bulb by inserting the smallest tab on the bulb base into the matching notch in the retaining ring Turn the bulb a quarter turn clockwise until it stops 10 Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to reinstall the headlamp assembly When ...

Page 292: ...ience net if your vehicle has one and then remove it by unhooking the upper wing nut 3 Pull the carpet away from the rear of the vehicle 4 Remove the two hex nuts 5 Pull the assembly from the vehicle 6 Remove the bulb socket To do so press the tab turn it counterclockwise and pull it out 7 Pull the old bulb out Do not twist it 8 Push the new bulb into the bulb socket 9 Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to...

Page 293: ...ight out Do not twist it 5 Push the new bulb into the socket 6 Push the socket back into the assembly Tighten the socket by turning it clockwise 7 Reinstall the assembly with the two screws Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back Up Lamp 921 Front Parking Turn Signal Lamp 3157 Headlamps High Beam H9 Low Beam H11 Sidemarker Lamp 194 Stoplamps Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamp 3067 For replace...

Page 294: ...in different types and are removed in different ways Here s how to remove the wiper blade 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm connector away from the windshield 2 While holding the wiper arm pull the clip up from the blade connecting point and pull the blade assembly down toward the windshield to remove it from the wiper arm 3 Install the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm and snap the clip down into ...

Page 295: ...the wiper blade element notched end last into the wiper blade claw sets 3 To engage the last claw into the notched end of the wiper blade element squeeze the wiper blade element at the notched area and push the wiper blade element so the claw fits into the notch 4 Be sure the two wiper blade element notches are engaged by the last claw set and that all the other claws are properly engaged in the s...

Page 296: ...You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 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 See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 60 Over...

Page 297: ...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 298: ... 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 299: ...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 300: ...n DOT motor vehicle safety standards The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number TIN an alphanumeric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight...

Page 301: ...ipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure and shown on the tire placard See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 60 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Rim A metal support for a tire and upon which th...

Page 302: ... weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle s capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure See Tire and Loading Information Label under Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 Inflation Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively Notice Do not let anyone tell you t...

Page 303: ...formation regarding the compact spare tire see Compact Spare Tire on page 5 85 How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are under inflated Check the tire s inflation pressure when the tires are cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitt...

Page 304: ...ressure label you should determine the proper inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates you should stop and check your tires as soon as ...

Page 305: ...on label attached to your vehicle shows the size of your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressure for your vehicle s tires when they are cold See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 for an example of the tire information label and its location on your vehicle Also see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 60 Your vehicle s TPMS system can warn you about a low tire pressure c...

Page 306: ...re and wheel position the matching process stops and you will need to start over The TPMS matching process is outlined below 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition switch to RUN with the engine off 3 Using the DIC press the vehicle information button until the LEARN TIRE POSITIONS message displays 4 Press the set reset button to allow the system to learn the tire positions The horn will sound...

Page 307: ...re and loading information label 12 Put the valve caps back on the valve stems Federal Communications Commission FCC and Industry and Science Canada The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS operates on a radio frequency and complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS 210 of Industry and Science Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful int...

Page 308: ... See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for scheduled rotation intervals When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here 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 See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 60 and Loading Your Veh...

Page 309: ...on page 5 74 When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s r...

Page 310: ...lded onto the tire s sidewall by the tire manufacturer If the tires have an all season tread design the TPC Spec number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 5 55 for additional information CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes brands or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not ha...

Page 311: ... Tire and Loading Information Label and its location on your vehicle Different Size Tires and Wheels If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires this may affect the way your vehicle performs including its braking ride and handling characteristics stability and resistance to rollover Additionally if your vehicle has electronic systems such as a...

Page 312: ...y requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 5 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of ...

Page 313: ...ation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance If you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If...

Page 314: ...n which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 74 for more information Used R...

Page 315: ...mage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle and do not spin your wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front tires Notice If your vehicle has a tire size other than P225 55R17 or P235 50R18 size tires use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper si...

Page 316: ...celerator 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 without the appropriate safety equipment and training The jack provided with your vehicle is designed only for...

Page 317: ...ngine 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 blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side at the opposite end of the vehicle When your vehicle has a flat tire use the following example as a guide to...

Page 318: ... 2 11 for more information 2 Turn the center nut on the compact spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it Then remove the cover 3 Remove the compact spare tire See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 85 for more information 4 Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise and remove it Then remove the jack and wrench 5 76 ...

Page 319: ...f so you will see exposed stainless steel wheel nuts Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Do not remove them yet Or your vehicle may have steel wheel covers To remove the steel wheel covers and wheel nut caps loosen the plastic nut caps with the wheel wrench in a counterclockwise direction If needed you can finish loosening them with your fingers The plastic nut caps will not come off...

Page 320: ...and install the spare tire 1 Turn the wheel wrench once on each wheel nut to loosen them Do not remove them yet 2 For all wheel types find the jacking location using the diagram above and the corresponding hoisting notches located in the plastic molding The notches in the plastic molding are marked with a triangle shape to help you find them The front location is about 7 inches 17 7 cm from the re...

Page 321: ...or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 5 79 ...

Page 322: ...tire If it is used for anything else you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack Use the jack provided with your vehicle only for changing a flat tire 4 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the compact spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well of the vehicle 5 Remove all wheel nuts and take off...

Page 323: ... 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 6 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 7 Install the compact spare tire CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 8 Reinstall the wheel nuts with...

Page 324: ...iginal equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 100 for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence a...

Page 325: ...til you have the flat tire repaired or replaced Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger 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 After the compact spare tire has been installed on the vehicle store the flat tire in the trunk Wh...

Page 326: ...cover as far forward as possible When storing a compact spare tire in the trunk put the protector back in the foam holder 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 85 Use the following as a guide for storing the compact spare tire and tools A Retainer B Cover C Compact Spare Tire D Wing Nut E...

Page 327: ... with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Do not use your compact spare on other vehicles And do not mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires They will not fit Keep your spare tire and its wheel together Notice Tire chains will not fit your compact spare Using them can damage your ...

Page 328: ...nd windows Dust may be removed from small buttons and knobs using a small brush with soft bristles Your GM dealer has a product for cleaning your vehicle s glass Should it become necessary you can also obtain a product from your GM dealer to remove odors from your vehicle s upholstery Do not clean your vehicle using the following cleaners or techniques Never use a knife or any other sharp object t...

Page 329: ...on and repeat the cleaning process that was used with plain water If any of the soil remains a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary When a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be used test a small hidden area for colorfastness first If the locally cleaned area gives any impression that a ring formation may result clean the entire surface After the cleaning proces...

Page 330: ...an alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Some commercial products may increase gloss on your instrument panel The increase in gloss may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may s...

Page 331: ...soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle on page 5 89 Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish GM approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer See Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 92 Notice Machine compounding or...

Page 332: ...the wiper blades and clean them as necessary replace blades that look worn Aluminum Wheels Notice If you use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes cleaners brushes or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or chrome plated wheels you could damage the surface of the wheel s The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Use only GM approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome plated wheels Keep th...

Page 333: ...lies anti corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense Minor chips and scratche...

Page 334: ... and Polish Use on chrome or stainless steel White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls Vinyl Cleaner Cleans vinyl Glass Cleaner Removes dirt grime smoke and fingerprints Description Usage Chrome and Wire Wheel Cleaner Removes dirt and grime from chrome wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe of...

Page 335: ...arts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You will find this label in the trunk It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the following VIN Model ...

Page 336: ...g The headlamp circuit is protected by individual fuses in the underhood fuse block An electrical overload will cause the fuse to blow If this happens have your headlamp system checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical...

Page 337: ...f fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block is located on the passenger side of the vehicle in the carpet molding Remove the fuse block door to access the fuses 5 95 ...

Page 338: ...w RAP Retained Accessory Power HTD SEAT Heated Seats AUX Auxiliary Outlets AMP Amplifier S ROOF Sunroof ONSTAR OnStar Fuses Usage CNSTR Canister DR LCK Door Locks PWR MIR Power Mirrors AIRBAG Airbags DECKLID Trunk Fuses Usage DECKLID RLY Trunk Relay 5 96 ...

Page 339: ...is located in the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location Fuses Usage LT PARK Driver s Side Parking Lamp RT PARK Passenger s Side Parking Lamp Fuses Usage FAN 1 Cooling Fan 1 SPARE Spare 5 97 ...

Page 340: ...trol Module Transmission Control Module RVC SEN Regulated Voltage Control Sensor RADIO Audio System FOG LAMPS Fog Lamps Fuses Usage SPARE Spare BATT 4 Battery 4 STRTR Starter ABS MTR1 Anti lock Brake System Motor 1 BATT 3 Battery 3 WSW Windshield Wiper HTD MIR Heated Mirror SPARE Spare BATT 1 Battery 1 ABS MTR2 Anti lock Brake System Motor 2 BATT 2 Battery 2 INT LIGHTS Interior Lamps INT LTS NL DI...

Page 341: ... SPOT Left Spot HDLP MDL Headlamp Module DRL 2 Daytime Running Lamps 2 FAN 2 Cooling Fan 2 FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump WPR Wiper Fuses Usage LT LO BEAM Driver s Side Low Beam RT LO BEAM Passenger s Side Low Beam LT HI BEAM Driver s Side High Beam RT HI BEAM Passenger s Side High Beam Relay Usage STRTR Starter REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger FAN 1 Cooling Fan 1 FAN 2 Cooling Fan 2 A C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Comp...

Page 342: ...61 kg 5 3L V8 Engine 1 21 lb 55 kg Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement 7 6 qt 7 2 L Cooling System 3 5L V6 3 5L V6 Flex Fuel and 3 9L V6 Engines 12 2 qt 11 6 L 5 3L V8 Engine 12 8 qt 12 1 L Engine Oil with Filter 3 5L V6 3 5L V6 Flex Fuel and 3 9L Engines 4 0 qt 3 8 L 5 3L V8 Engine 6 0 qt 5 7 L Fuel Tank 17 5 gal 66 2 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Nm All capacities are approximate ...

Page 343: ...ecifications Engine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap 3 5L V6 N Automatic 040 in 1 01 mm 3 5L V6 Flex Fuel K Automatic 040 in 1 01 mm 3 9L V6 1 Automatic 040 in 1 01 mm 5 3 L V8 C Automatic 040 in 1 01 mm 5 101 ...

Page 344: ... NOTES 5 102 ...

Page 345: ...dule 6 3 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 At Each Fuel Fill 6 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 346: ...ary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance is important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the...

Page 347: ...riven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 5 The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 should be performed when indicated See Additional Required Services on page 6 6 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 6 7 for further information CAUTION Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous In trying to do some jo...

Page 348: ...ervice technicians who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally you must service your vehicle within 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last service Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 5 20 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the s...

Page 349: ...page 5 66 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 Inspect engine cooling system See footnote c Inspect wiper blades ...

Page 350: ... 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 See footnote h Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter normal service Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every five year...

Page 351: ...stem and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is recommended at least once a year d Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking Replace wiper blades that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield e Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working prope...

Page 352: ...ired and the fluid level checked Add fluid if needed m If you drive regularly under dusty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change n Visually inspect belt for fraying excessive cracks or obvious damage Replace belt if necessary Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety dependability and emission...

Page 353: ...ction Tire rotation may be required for high mileage highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System service notification Check the tires for wear and if necessary rotate the tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 66 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 ...

Page 354: ...tely if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition to RUN but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever 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 ...

Page 355: ...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 356: ...Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Usage Fluid Lubricant Windshield Washer GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Power Steering System 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 Latch Ass...

Page 357: ...omatic Transaxle Filter 24224522 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 10350737 Engine Oil Filter 3 5L V6 3 9L V6and 3 5L Flexible Fuel V6 Engines 89017342 PF61 5 3L V8 Engine 88984215 PF46 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 15284938 CF132 Spark Plugs 3 5L V6 3 5L Flexible Fuel and 3 9L V6 Engine 12591131 41 100 5 3L V8 Engine 12571164 41 985 Windshield Wiper Blades 21 6 inches 55 0 cm Driver s Side 19120353 Pa...

Page 358: ...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 359: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 15 ...

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

Page 361: ...ide Assistance Program 7 5 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Collision Damage Repair 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 14 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 15 Section 7 Customer ...

Page 362: ...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 363: ...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 364: ...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 365: ...ed 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 1 800 323 9935 Text telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program As the owner of ...

Page 366: ...ailure Jump Start No start occurrences which require a battery jump start will be covered at no charge Dealer Locator Service In many instances mechanical failures are covered under Chevrolet s Bumper to Bumper warranty However when other services are utilized our Roadside Assistance Representatives will explain any payment obligations you might incur For prompt and efficient assistance when calli...

Page 367: ... vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required This will reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service you should contact ...

Page 368: ...ange transportation through a friend or relative reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available up to a five day maximum Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for a warranty...

Page 369: ...ehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle like other modern motor vehicles has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle s performance Your vehicle uses on board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and if so equipped to provide anti l...

Page 370: ...ve access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar please check the OnStar subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged have the damage repai...

Page 371: ...ets your needs before you ever need collision repairs Your GM dealer may have a collision repair center with GM trained technicians and state of the art equipment or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM trained technicians and comparable equipment Insuring Your Vehicle Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage There are sig...

Page 372: ...now where the towing service will be taking it Get a card from the tow truck operator or write down the driver s name the service s name and the phone number Remove any valuables from your vehicle before it is towed away Make sure this includes your insurance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle Gather the important information you will need from the other driver Th...

Page 373: ...uired replacement collision parts be original equipment parts either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts Remember recycled parts will not be covered by your GM vehicle warranty Insurance pays the bill for the repair but you must live with the repair Depending on your policy limits your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts Discuss this with your re...

Page 374: ...http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 400 Seventh Street SW Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Mot...

Page 375: ...ransmission Transaxle Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures adjustments and specifications for GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis...

Page 376: ...ations are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc on the World Wide Web at www helminc com Or you can write to Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 Prices are su...

Page 377: ...en Should an Airbag Inflate 1 57 Where Are the Airbags 1 55 Antenna Backglass 3 85 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 85 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 4 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 32 Appearance Care Aluminum Wheels 5 90 Care of Safety Belts 5 88 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 92 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 89 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 85 Fabric Carpet 5 87 Finish Ca...

Page 378: ... 4 8 Parking 2 25 System Warning Light 3 31 Brakes 5 40 Braking 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 8 Break In New Vehicle 2 18 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Back Up Lamps 5 51 Halogen Bulbs 5 47 Headlamp Aiming 5 47 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 48 Replacement Bulbs 5 51 Taillamps Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps 5 50 Buying New Tires 5 68 C California Fuel 5 5 California Proposition 65 ...

Page 379: ...trument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 88 Leather 5 87 Tires 5 91 Cleaning cont Underbody Maintenance 5 91 Washing Your Vehicle 5 89 Weatherstrips 5 88 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 90 Climate Control System 3 19 Air Filter Passenger Compartment 3 23 Outlet Adjustment 3 22 Collision Damage Repair 7 10 Comfort Guides Rear Safety Belt 1 27 Compact Spare Tire 5 85 Content Theft Deterrent 2 ...

Page 380: ...ng 3 16 Delayed Exit Lighting 3 16 Delayed Headlamps 3 14 Displacement on Demand DoD 2 21 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 4 Dome Lamp 3 15 Door Automatic Door Lock 2 10 Locks 2 9 Door cont Power Door Locks 2 10 Programmable Automatic Door Unlock 2 11 Driver Position Safety Belt 1 18 Driver Information Center DIC 3 39 DIC Operation and Displays 3 40 DIC Vehicle Customization 3 53 DIC Warnings and Mes...

Page 381: ...rheated Protection Operating Mode 5 31 Overheating 5 29 Starting 2 19 Entry Lighting 3 16 Event Data Recorders EDR 7 9 Extender Safety Belt 1 30 Exterior Lamps 3 13 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 22 Finish Damage 5 91 Flash to Pass 3 8 Flat Tire 5 74 Flat Tire Changing 5 74 Flat Tire Storing 5 83 Fluid Automatic Transaxle 5 23 Power Steering 5 38 Windshield Washer 5 39 Fog Lamp Light 3 38 Fog Lamps...

Page 382: ...Aiming 5 47 Headlamp Wiring 5 94 Headlamps Bulb Replacement 5 47 Daytime Running Lamps Automatic Headlamp System 3 14 Delayed 3 14 Flash to Pass 3 8 Halogen Bulbs 5 47 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 48 High Low Beam Changer 3 8 Heated Seats 1 4 Heater 3 19 Highbeam On Light 3 38 Highway Hypnosis 4 22 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 22 Hood Checking Things Under 5 10 Release 5...

Page 383: ... Child Restraints 1 41 Latches Seatback 1 8 Light Airbag Readiness 3 27 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 3 32 Brake System Warning 3 31 Charging System 3 30 Cruise Control 3 38 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 3 33 Fog Lamp 3 38 Highbeam On 3 38 Malfunction Indicator 3 34 Oil Pressure 3 37 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 28 Passenger Safety Belt Reminder 3 27 Safety Belt Reminder 3 26 Security...

Page 384: ...Schedule cont Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Maintenance Record 6 14 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 3 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 34 Manual Lumbar Controls 1 3 Manual Passenger Seat 1 2 Message DIC Warnings and Messages 3 4...

Page 385: ...Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 31 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Owners Canadian ii P Parade Dimming 3 17 Park P Shifting Into 2 26 Shifting Out of 2 27 Parking Brake 2 25 Over Things That Burn 2 28 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 28 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3 23 Passenger Sensing System 1 60 Passing 4 13 PASS Key III 2 16 PASS Key III Operation 2 16 Power Accessory Outlet s 3 17 Do...

Page 386: ... Seatbacks 1 4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 34 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 4 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 77 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 76 Replacement Bulbs 5 51 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 7 14 General Motors 7 14 United States Government 7 14 Restraint System Ch...

Page 387: ...sy Entry Seat 1 9 Head Restraints 1 7 Heated Seats 1 4 Manual Lumbar 1 3 Seats cont Manual Passenger 1 2 Power Seat 1 2 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Seatback Latches 1 8 Split Folding Rear Seat 1 10 Securing a Child Restraint Rear Seat Position 1 46 Right Front Seat Position 1 48 Security Light 3 37 Service 5 3 Accessories and Modifications 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 4 Califo...

Page 388: ...9 Cupholder s 2 39 Glove Box 2 39 Rear Seat Armrest 2 39 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 28 Sun Visors 2 14 Sunroof 2 40 T Tachometer 3 26 Taillamps Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps 5 50 TCS Warning Light 3 32 Theft Deterrent Radio 3 82 Theft Deterrent Systems 2 15 Content Theft Deterrent 2 15 PASS Key III 2 16 PASS Key III Operation 2 16 Tilt Wheel 3 6 Tire Pressure Light 3 34 Tires 5 54 Aluminum Whee...

Page 389: ...Alignment and Tire Balance 5 71 Wheel Replacement 5 71 When It Is Time for New Tires 5 67 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 34 Towing a Trailer 4 36 Your Vehicle 4 34 Traction Control System TCS 4 9 Control System Warning Light 3 32 Transaxle Fluid Automatic 5 23 Transaxle Operation Automatic 2 22 Trunk 2 11 Turn and Lane Change Signals 3 7 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3 7 U Understanding Radio Rec...

Page 390: ...6 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 71 Different Size 5 69 Replacement 5 71 Where to Put the Restraint 1 39 Windows 2 13 Power 2 14 Windshield Washer 3 9 Washer Fluid 5 39 Wiper Blade Replacement 5 52 Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 90 Wiper Fuses 5 94 Wipers 3 8 Winter Driving 4 24 X XM Satellite Radio Antenn...

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