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Summary of Contents for 2007 Cobalt

Page 1: ...t Deterrent Systems 104 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 108 Mirrors 127 OnStar System 129 Storage Areas 133 Sunroof 134 Instrument Panel 135 Instrument Panel Overview 138 Climate Controls 154 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 160 Driver Information Center DIC 177 Audio System s 188 Driving Your Vehicle 221 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 222 Towing 258 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt Owner Manu...

Page 2: ...t 326 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 333 Tires 334 Appearance Care 369 Vehicle Identification 378 Electrical System 378 Capacities and Specifications 385 Maintenance Schedule 387 Maintenance Schedule 388 Customer Assistance Information 409 Customer Assistance and Information 410 Reporting Safety Defects 428 Index 431 2 ...

Page 3: ...manual describes features that may be available in this model but your vehicle may not be have all of them For example more than one entertainment system may be offered or your vehicle may have been ordered without a front passenger or rear seats Keep this manual in the vehicle so it will be there if it is needed while you are on the road If the vehicle is sold leave this manual in the vehicle Can...

Page 4: ...anual and the page number where it can be found Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there 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 avo...

Page 5: ...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 6: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle 6 ...

Page 7: ...n 24 Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment 31 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 32 Right Front Passenger Position 32 Rear Seat Passengers 33 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 36 Safety Belt Pretensioners 39 Safety Belt Extender 39 Child Restraints 40 Older Children 40 Infants and Young Children 43 Child Restraint Systems 47 Where to Put the Restraint 51 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 53 Secur...

Page 8: ...estrain 73 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 74 Passenger Sensing System 75 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 80 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 81 Restraint System Check 82 Checking the Restraint Systems 82 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 83 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems 8 ...

Page 9: ...dden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Lift the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place 9 ...

Page 10: ...y until the seat is at the desired height To lower the seat move the lever downward repeatedly until the seat is at the desired height Manual Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature the knob is located on the front of the driver seat lower cushion on the inboard side Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the lumbar support 10 ...

Page 11: ... indicator lights will be lit to indicate that the setting is on high Press the side of the switch with the single indicator light to go to the low setting The indicator light will be lit to indicate that the setting is on low Return the switch to the center to turn off the heated seat If your vehicle has been turned off the last heated seat setting will be retained when the vehicle is started aga...

Page 12: ...k 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 Your seats have manual reclining seatbacks The lever used to operate them is located on the outboard side of the seats To recline the seatback do the following 1 Lift the recline lever 2 Move the seatback to the desired pos...

Page 13: ...ou are reclined like this The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper...

Page 14: ...aint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Pull the head restraint up to raise it To lower the head restraint press the button located on the top of the seatback and push the restraint down 14 ...

Page 15: ... person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked The front passenger seat can be used to easily get in and out of the rear seat To use the easy entry seat do the following 1 Push down the easy entry seat handle located on the rear of the seatback on the outboard side to release the seatback 2 Tilt the seatback forward completely while pushing the seat forward 3 Mo...

Page 16: ...e small handles located in the center of the trunk Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 2 Once the handle is pulled the seatback can be pushed open through the trunk or pulled down from the inside of the vehicle 16 ...

Page 17: ...njury to the person sitting there Always pull forward on the top of the seatback at the area of the latch to be sure it is locked 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 pr...

Page 18: ...ht 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...

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 40 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 g...

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

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

Page 22: ... 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 Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every airbag system ever offered for sale has required the u...

Page 23: ... 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 only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 40 or Infa...

Page 24: ... 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 see Safety Belt Extender on page 39 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Move the shoulder belt he...

Page 25: ...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 over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The saf...

Page 26: ...too 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 26 ...

Page 27: ...rotection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose In a crash you could slide under the lap belt and apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs 27 ...

Page 28: ...can 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 28 ...

Page 29: ...seriously 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 29 ...

Page 30: ...d 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 30 ...

Page 31: ...t the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash To move it down press the release button A and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the height adjuster up just by pushing up o...

Page 32: ... more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 24 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If yo...

Page 33: ... 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 to wear one properly 1 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 sl...

Page 34: ...out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 39 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder part 34 ...

Page 35: ...e 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 a crash 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 injur...

Page 36: ...oster seats and for some adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outboard passenger position in the rear seat Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip 36 ...

Page 37: ...tic 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 37 ...

Page 38: ... Buckle position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 33 Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guide squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guide Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Turn the guide and clip inward and slide them in bet...

Page 39: ...will need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 83 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will order you an extender When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will ...

Page 40: ...e or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike ot...

Page 41: ... so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides on page 36 If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on th...

Page 42: ... this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 42 ...

Page 43: ...st be restrained while in a vehicle CAUTION Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraint...

Page 44: ...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 appropriate restraint 44 ...

Page 45: ...ed or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide 45 ...

Page 46: ...nt will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs CAUTION Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and neck ...

Page 47: ...he child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed A a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a...

Page 48: ... of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields 48 ...

Page 49: ...raint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle An add on child restraint system is a portable one which is purchased by the vehicle s owner To help reduce injuries an add on child restraint must be secured in the vehicle With built in or add on child restraints the child has to be secured within the child restraint When choosing an add on child restraint be sure the child restraint is desig...

Page 50: ...belt portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 53 for more information A child can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle When securing an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and t...

Page 51: ...s up or to the side CAUTION A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Make sure the child is properly secured following the instructions that came with that restraint Because there are different systems it is important to refer to the instructions that come with the restraint A child can be endangered in a crash if the child i...

Page 52: ...ar facing child restraint However no system is fail safe CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off We recommend that rear facing child restraints be secured in the rear seat even if the airbag is off If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always mov...

Page 53: ... 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 child restraint that has LATCH attachments The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how to use the child restraint and its attachmen...

Page 54: ...ment B to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached In the United States some child restraints also have a top tether Be sure to...

Page 55: ... panel Pull open the trim cover to access the anchor Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Do not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger s position if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top te...

Page 56: ...cle s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual CAUTION Each top tether anchor and lower anchor in the vehicle is designed to hold only one child restraint Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or o...

Page 57: ...contact between the child restraint or the LATCH attachment parts and the vehicle s safety belt assembly Folding an empty rear seat with the safety belts secured may cause damage to the safety belt or the seat When removing the child restraint always remember to return the safety belts to their normal stowed position before folding the rear seat 1 Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lo...

Page 58: ...r 2 3 Route attach and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether over the seatback If the position yo...

Page 59: ... and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 53 If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run ...

Page 60: ... belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 60 ...

Page 61: ...urer recommends using a top tether attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 53 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint if the top tether is attached to the top tether anchor disconnect i...

Page 62: ...will deploy in collisions that are severe enough to deploy the frontal airbags even if an infant or a small child is in the right front passenger s seat A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed ...

Page 63: ...p tether must be anchored See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 53 if your child restraint has a top tether You will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Your vehicle has a right front passenger ...

Page 64: ...safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 64 ...

Page 65: ...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 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion If this happens slightly recline the vehicle s sea...

Page 66: ...e side windows Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts Even though today s airbags are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system CAUTION You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not we...

Page 67: ...your vehicle They are not designed to inflate in frontal in rollover or in rear crashes Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person CAUTION Both frontal and side impact airbags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you are too close to an inflating airbag as you would be if you were leaning forward it could ser...

Page 68: ...them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 40 or Infants and Young Children on page 43 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tell...

Page 69: ...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 69 ...

Page 70: ... person seated directly behind the driver it is located in the ceiling above the side windows If your vehicle has a roof mounted side impact airbag for the right front passenger and the person directly behind that passenger it is located in the ceiling above the side windows 70 ...

Page 71: ... moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes But they are designed to inflate only if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold Deployment thresholds take into account a variety of desired deployment and non deployment events and are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restrain the occupants Whether your frontal airbag...

Page 72: ...ed than if the vehicle goes straight into the object Frontal airbags driver and right front passenger are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers rear impacts or in many side impacts Your vehicle may or may not have roof mounted side impact airbags See Airbag System on page 66 Roof mounted side impact airbags are intended to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes A roof mounted side i...

Page 73: ...vere side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts Airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But the frontal airbags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and many side impacts primarily b...

Page 74: ...ag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of the windshield or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there may be dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is saf...

Page 75: ...ata Collection and Event Data Recorders on page 422 Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag system Improper service can mean that your airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Passenger Sensing System If your vehicle has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations then your vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger s po...

Page 76: ... child riding in a booster seat Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag in...

Page 77: ...nsing system When the passenger sensing system has turned off the passenger s frontal airbag the off indicator on the instrument panel will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is 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 manufac...

Page 78: ...ng 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 person is not sitting properly in the seat If this happens turn the vehicle o...

Page 79: ...ont passenger s seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag See Airbag Readiness Light on page 163 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 Add...

Page 80: ...ystem To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 429 CAUTION For up to 10 seconds after the ignition 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 Avoid yellow connectors They are probably part of the airbag system Be sure to follow proper se...

Page 81: ...ustomer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 410 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 steering wheel instrument panel ce...

Page 82: ... 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 airbag or the roof mounted side impact airbag covering if equipped on the garnish trim and ceiling near the side windows the airbag may not work p...

Page 83: ...ave LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision If an airbag inflates you will need to replace airbag system parts See the part on the airbag system earlier in this section If the frontal airbags inflate you will also need to replace the driver and front passenger...

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Page 85: ...terrent Systems 104 Content Theft Deterrent 104 PASS Key III 106 PASS Key III Operation 106 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 108 New Vehicle Break In 108 Ignition Positions 108 Retained Accessory Power RAP 111 Starting the Engine 111 Engine Coolant Heater 113 Automatic Transaxle Operation 115 Manual Transaxle Operation 118 Parking Brake 120 Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transaxle 121 Shifting ...

Page 86: ...Mirror 127 Outside Remote Control Mirror 127 Outside Power Mirrors 128 Outside Convex Mirror 128 OnStar System 129 Storage Areas 133 Glove Box 133 Cupholder s 133 Center Console Storage Area 133 Driver s Storage Compartment 133 Convenience Net 134 Sunroof 134 Section 2 Features and Controls 86 ...

Page 87: ...th 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 87 ...

Page 88: ... Entry RKE System If the vehicle has the Remote Keyless Entry RKE system it operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interfe...

Page 89: ...again Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 89 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation The vehicle s doors may be locked and unlocked and the trunk can be opened from about 3 feet 1 m up to 197 feet 60 m away with t...

Page 90: ...r is used to lock the vehicle s doors See LOCK HORN and LIGHT FLASH under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 182 for more information Pressing the lock button may also arm the content theft deterrent system See Content Theft Deterrent on page 104 K Unlock Press the unlock button to unlock the driver s door If the button is pressed again within five seconds all remaining doors will unlock The inte...

Page 91: ... is in PARK P if your vehicle has an automatic transaxle L Vehicle Locator Panic Alarm This button may be used to locate your vehicle Press and release this button to initiate vehicle locate The horn will sound three times and the headlamps and turn signals will flash three times Press and hold the button for about three seconds to initiate the panic alarm The horn will sound and the headlamps and...

Page 92: ...ery The KEY FOB BATT LOW message in the vehicle s DIC will display if the RKE transmitter battery is low Notice When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the RKE transmitter do the following 1 Insert a flat object with a thin edge into the notch located below the veh...

Page 93: ...the vehicle in 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 The remote start feature provides two separate starts per ignition cycle each with 10 minutes of engine running time The remote start feature needs to be reset after your vehicle s engine is...

Page 94: ...nd the engine is still running insert the key into the ignition switch and turn to RUN to drive the vehicle 4 To manually shut off a remote start do any of the following The parking lamps will turn off to indicate the engine is off Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and release the remote start button Turn on the hazard warning flashers Turn the ignition switch to RUN and then LOCK Y...

Page 95: ...m the factory with the remote start system enabled The system may be enabled or disabled through the DIC See REMOTE START under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 182 for additional information Remote Start Ready Automatic Transaxle Only If your vehicle does not have the remote vehicle start feature it may have the remote start ready feature This feature allows your dealer to add the manufacturer...

Page 96: ...eat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle To lock the driver s door from the outside tu...

Page 97: ...ing feature This feature will delay the actual locking of the doors for up to five seconds when the power door lock switch or remote keyless entry transmitter is used to lock the vehicle If any door is open when locking the vehicle three chimes will sound signaling that the delayed locking feature is active Five seconds after the last door is closed all of the doors will lock and the turn signal l...

Page 98: ... has a programmable automatic door unlock feature The doors can be programmed through the Driver Information Center DIC to automatically unlock several ways See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 182 for more information Rear Door Security Locks Sedan Your vehicle has rear door security locks These prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside The rear door security locks are loc...

Page 99: ...cel the rear door security lock do the following 1 Unlock the door and open it from the outside 2 Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn it so the slot is in the vertical position Lockout Protection If your vehicle has power door locks it will have this feature If you press the power door lock switch when the key is in the ignition and any door is open all the doors will lock and the ...

Page 100: ...u must drive with the trunk lid open or if CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid Make sure all other windows are shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle See Climate Control System If yo...

Page 101: ... than 2 mph 3 km h Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk enabling them to open the trunk from the inside There is a glow in the dark emergency trunk release handle lo...

Page 102: ...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 102 ...

Page 103: ...ly pressing the switch This switch is labeled AUTO Press the front of the switch to the first position and the driver s window will open a small amount Press the switch down fully and release The window goes all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering pull the front of the switch up Window Lockout Sedan o Window Lockout The driver s window controls also include a lockout switch Press ...

Page 104: ...n arm the system by pressing the remote keyless entry transmitter lock button The system will arm after either of these things occur Thirty seconds after all the doors are closed Sixty seconds with any door open If you press the lock button on the transmitter a second time while all the doors are closed the system will arm immediately The system will still arm in 60 seconds if a door is open When ...

Page 105: ... or trunk This will cause a ten second pre alarm chirp followed by a thirty second full alarm of horn and lights Opening any other door This will immediately cause a full alarm of horn and lights for thirty seconds When an alarm event has finished the system will re arm itself automatically How to Turn Off the System Alarm To turn off the system alarm do one of the following Press the lock button ...

Page 106: ... system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment PASS Key III uses a radio frequency transponder in the key that matches a decoder in your vehicle PASS Key III Operation Your vehicle has PASS Key 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 anyt...

Page 107: ...er or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to get a new key blank that is cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system To program the new key do the following 1 Verify that the new key has a 1 stamped on it 2 Insert the 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 ...

Page 108: ...rst 200 miles 322 km or so During this time your new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer Manual Transaxle on page 261 or Towing a Trailer Automatic Transaxle on page 261 for the trailer towing ca...

Page 109: ...u have a manual transaxle the ignition switch can be turned to LOCK in any shift lever position CAUTION If you have a manual transaxle removing the key from the ignition switch will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle This could cause a collision If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving turn the key to ACC ACC ACCESSORY This position ...

Page 110: ...ves If you leave the key in the ignition and park your vehicle a chime will sound when you open the driver s door Always remember to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you This will lock your ignition and transaxle Also always remember to lock the doors The battery could be drained if you leave the key in the ignition while your vehicle is parked You may not be able to start your v...

Page 111: ...ry Power RAP feature which allow s the radio power windows and sunroof to continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off Your vehicle s radio will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACC Once the key is turned from RUN to LOCK the radio will continue to work for 10 minutes or until the driver s door is opened Also the power windows and sunroof will continue to work for up t...

Page 112: ...he engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm Do not race the engine immediately after starting it Operate the engine and transaxle gently to allow the oil to warm up and lubricate all moving parts Your vehicle has a Computer Controlled Cranking System This feature assists in starting the engine and protects components If the ignition key is turned to the ...

Page 113: ... starting it Operate the engine and transaxle gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts Notice Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you do not your engine might not perform properly Any resulting dam...

Page 114: ...njured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you do not it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer d...

Page 115: ...et Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transaxle on page 121 If yo...

Page 116: ...e transaxle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 252 NEUTRAL N In this position your engine does not connect with the wheels To restart when you are already moving use NEUTR...

Page 117: ... vehicle speed without using your brakes for slight downgrades where the vehicle would otherwise accelerate due to steepness of grade If constant upshifting or downshifting occurs while driving up steep hills this position can be used to prevent repetitive types of shifts You might choose INTERMEDIATE I instead of DRIVE D when driving on hilly winding roads and when towing a trailer so that there ...

Page 118: ...let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 Shift into THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 the same way you do for SECOND 2 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to NEUTRAL NEUTRAL...

Page 119: ...re yourself or others Do not shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift Up Shift Light If you have a manual transaxle you may have an up shift light This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for the best fuel economy When this light comes on you can shift to the next higher gear if weather road and traffic conditions let you For the best fuel economy accelerate...

Page 120: ...he parking brake lever up until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down If you forget to release your parking brake a chime will sound and the PARKING BRAKE message will appear along with the brake system warning light when the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is moving faster than 5 mph 8 km h See DIC Warnings and Messages o...

Page 121: ...are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer Manual Transaxle on page 261 or Towing a Trailer Automatic Transaxle on page 261 1 Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P by holding the button on the shift lever and pushing the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle 3 Turn the ignition ...

Page 122: ...without first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To prevent torque ...

Page 123: ...e less than 9 volt battery If your vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage try charging or jump starting the battery See Jump Starting on page 317 for more information To shift out of PARK P use the following sequence 1 Apply the brake pedal 2 Then press the shift lever button 3 Move the shift lever to the desired position If you still are unable to shift out of PARK P 1 Ful...

Page 124: ...Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Do not park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn 124 ...

Page 125: ... vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 has been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO...

Page 126: ... blizzard See Winter Driving on page 248 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move...

Page 127: ...he day position return the lever to its original position There may be two reading lamps located on the bottom of the 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 129 for more information about the serv...

Page 128: ...he selector switch in the center position when not adjusting either outside mirror Both mirrors can manually be folded by pulling them toward the vehicle This feature may be useful when going through a car wash or a confined space Push the mirrors away from the vehicle to the normal position before driving Outside Convex Mirror CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farth...

Page 129: ... provided to you subject to the OnStar Terms and Conditions You may cancel your OnStar service at any time by contacting OnStar as provided below A complete OnStar Owner s Guide and the OnStar Terms and Conditions are included in the vehicle s OnStar Subscriber glove box literature For more information visit onstar com or onstar ca contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or TTY 1 877 248 2...

Page 130: ...with OnStar Available Services with Safe Sound Plan Automatic Notification of Airbag Deployment Advanced Automatic Crash Notification AACN If equipped Link to Emergency Services Roadside Assistance Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance AccidentAssist Remote Door Unlock Vehicle Alert OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics GM Goodwrench On Demand Diagnostics OnStar Hands Free Calling with 30 complimentary minutes ...

Page 131: ... feature of OnStar Hands Free Calling that uses your minutes to access location based weather local traffic reports and stock quotes By pressing the phone button and giving a few simple voice commands you can browse through the various topics See the OnStar Owner s Guide for more information OnStar Steering Wheel Controls Your vehicle may have a Talk Mute button that can be used to interact with O...

Page 132: ...r has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area OnStar service also cannot work unless you are in a place where the wireless service provider OnStar has hired for that area has coverage network capacity and reception when the service is needed and technology that is compatible with the OnStar service Not all services are available everywhere particularly in remote or e...

Page 133: ...x with a firm push Cupholder s There are two cupholders located at the front of the center console in front of the shift lever These cupholders have a black rubber liner that can be removed for cleaning or to accommodate larger cup sizes There are also cupholders for the rear seat passengers located at the rear of the center console Center Console Storage Area Your vehicle may have a center consol...

Page 134: ...tion is on or turned to ACC or if Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 111 Press the sunroof switch rearward to open the sunroof to the vent position If the sunshade is closed it must be opened manually in the vent position Press and hold the switch rearward a second time to open the sunroof If the sunshade is closed it will open automatically when the su...

Page 135: ...ding Lamps 151 Electric Power Management 151 Battery Run Down Protection 152 Accessory Power Outlet s 152 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 153 Climate Controls 154 Climate Control System 154 Outlet Adjustment 157 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 158 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 160 Instrument Panel Cluster 161 Speedometer and Odometer 162 Tachometer 162 Safety Belt Reminder Light 162 Passeng...

Page 136: ...rnings and Messages 180 DIC Vehicle Personalization 182 Audio System s 188 Setting the Time Without Date Display 189 Setting the Time With Date Display 190 Radio with CD Base 192 Radio with CD MP3 197 Using an MP3 207 XM Radio Messages 215 Theft Deterrent Feature 217 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 217 Radio Reception 218 Care of Your CDs 219 Care of the CD Player 219 Fixed Mast Antenna 219 XM Satel...

Page 137: ... NOTES 137 ...

Page 138: ...Instrument Panel Overview 138 ...

Page 139: ...lashers on page 140 H Windshield Wiper Washer Controls See Windshield Wipers on page 143 and Windshield Washer on page 144 I Audio System See Audio System s on page 188 J Fog Lamp Button If Equipped See Fog Lamps on page 150 K Trunk Release See Trunk on page 100 L Instrument Panel Brightness Control See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 150 M Horn See Horn on page 140 N Cigarette Lighter If Equi...

Page 140: ...utton to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Horn To sound the horn press the center pad on the steering wheel Tilt ...

Page 141: ... the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following G Turn and Lane Change Signals See Turn and Lane Change Signals on page 142 23 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 142 Flash to Pass See Flash to Pass on page 143 O Exterior Lamp Control See Headlamps on page 148 141 ...

Page 142: ... your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows flash rapidly a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers will not see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows do not go on at all when you signal a turn check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 379 Headlamp...

Page 143: ...ry depending on the vehicles speed as well as the manually selected delay x Delay When the lever is in the intermittent position turn the intermittent adjust band with this symbol on it up or down to set for a shorter or longer delay between wipes To the left of the adjust band are bars increasing in size from bottom to top that indicate the frequency of the wipes Smaller bars mean the wipers move...

Page 144: ...prevent an overload If the motor gets stuck turn the wipers off clear away the snow or ice and then turn the wipers back on As an added safety feature if the wipers are on for more than 15 seconds the vehicle s headlamps will turn on automatically They will turn off 15 seconds after the wipers are turned off Windshield Washer To wash your windshield press the button at the end of the lever until t...

Page 145: ... be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise...

Page 146: ... a Set Speed Suppose you set the cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course disengages the cruise control To return to the previously set speed you do not need to go through the set process again Once you are going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can press the RES part of the button briefly This will take you back up to your previously chosen speed and stay ther...

Page 147: ...he vehicle speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle s speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep the vehicle s speed down Of course applying the brake takes turns off the cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on ...

Page 148: ...eadlamps parking lamps and taillamps at night This position must be selected in order for the Wiper Activated Headlamps to be activated See Wiper Activated Headlamps on page 149 P Off On This position is the momentary Off On switch for the Automatic Headlamp System For vehicles first sold in Canada the transaxle must be in the PARK P position before the Automatic Headlamp System can be turned off ...

Page 149: ...n many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The vehicle has a light sensor on top of the instrument panel Make sure it is not covered or the head lamps will be on when not needed The DRL system will make the headlamps come on when the...

Page 150: ...ps off The parking lamps will automatically turn on and off when the fog lamps are turned on and off The fog lamps will turn off while the high beam headlamps are turned on Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps Instrument Panel Brightness The control for this feature is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel Turn the knob ...

Page 151: ... for about 20 seconds after your key is removed from the ignition to provide an illuminated exit Mirror Reading Lamps Your vehicle may have reading lamps on the rearview mirror Push the button to turn the reading lamps on and off Electric Power Management This vehicle has Electric Power Management EPM an advanced control system It estimates the battery s temperature and state of charge and then ad...

Page 152: ... these actions occur in steps or levels without being noticeable In rare cases at the highest levels of corrective action this action may be noticeable to the driver Battery Run Down Protection Your vehicle has a battery saver feature designed to protect your vehicle s battery When any interior lamp is left on and the ignition is turned off the battery rundown protection system will automatically ...

Page 153: ...y bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle may have an ashtray and cigarette lighter To use the lighter located on the instrument panel below the climate controls push it in all the way and let go When it is ready it will pop back out by itself Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating w...

Page 154: ...s with some air directed to the windshield and side windows The left knob can also be used to select defog or defrost mode Information on defogging and defrosting can be found later in this section 9 Fan Turn the center knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed In any setting other than off the fan will run continuously with the ignition on The fan must be turned on ...

Page 155: ...s button to turn the air conditioning system on or off When this button is pressed an indicator light above the button will come on to let you know the air conditioning is activated On hot days open the windows to let hot inside air escape then close them This helps to reduce the time it takes for the vehicle to cool down It also helps the system to operate more efficiently For quick cool down on ...

Page 156: ...lets When you select this mode the system runs the air conditioning compressor To defog the windows faster turn the temperature control knob clockwise to the warmest setting 0 Defrost This mode directs most of the air to the windshield with some air directed to the side window outlets and the floor outlets When you select this mode the system runs the air conditioning compressor To defrost the win...

Page 157: ...d and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid Outlet Adjustment Use the thumbwheels located next to and below the air outlets to change the direction of the airflow and to open and close the outlets Operation Tips Clear away any ice snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshi...

Page 158: ...er should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance See Scheduled Maintenance on page 391 for replacement intervals See your dealer for details on changing the filter To find out what type of filter to use see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 404 To access the passenger compartment air filter you must go through the glove box 1 Open the glove box and remove all articles from...

Page 159: ... of the glove box and raising the tab until the door can be opened downward 4 Remove the filter by sliding it out of the housing When installing a new air filter make sure the AIR FLOW arrow is pointing downward Reverse Steps 1 through 5 making sure the glove box door snaps back into place 159 ...

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

Page 161: ...ned to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going about how much fuel is left in the tank and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically United States SS Cluster shown Canada and Base similar 161 ...

Page 162: ...ice If you operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area your vehicle could be damaged and the damages would not be covered by your warranty Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START a chime will sound for several seconds to remind you and your passengers to buckle your safety belts...

Page 163: ...buckled 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 cluster 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...

Page 164: ...y to RUN If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If your vehicle has the passenger sensing system then your instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator See Passenger Sensing System on page 75 When the ignition key is turned to RUN or START the passenger airbag status indicator will light O...

Page 165: ...t A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is failsafe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy u...

Page 166: ...assenger seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag See Airbag Readiness Light on page 163 Charging System Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working Then it should go out when the engine is started If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with the e...

Page 167: ...ake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part is not working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there is a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it does no...

Page 168: ...t is still on after you have pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle may have an Anti Lock Brake System ABS warning light The ABS warning light will come on briefly 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 ...

Page 169: ...warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on move the shift lever back to a position other than LOW L The warning light should go off See Enhanced Traction System ETS on page 230 for more information The warning light will come on when you set your parking brake with the engine running and it will stay on if your parking brake does not release fully If the transaxle shift leve...

Page 170: ...lso come on when starting your vehicle If it doesn t have your vehicle serviced Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle has a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping t...

Page 171: ... to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test See Accessories and Modifications on page 274 This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light does not come on have it repaired This light will also com...

Page 172: ... still flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling the Tank on page 280 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel c...

Page 173: ...issions 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 ...

Page 174: ...when you turn the ignition to START If it does not come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away If you are idling at a stop sign the light may blink on and then off If you make a hard stop the light may come on for a moment This is normal CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catc...

Page 175: ...ill come on when the fog lamps are in use The light will go out when the fog lamps are turned off See Fog Lamps on page 150 for more information Highbeam On Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 142 Fuel Gage Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left 175 ...

Page 176: ...but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up The gage doesn t go back to empty when you turn off the ignition For your fuel tank capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 385 Boost Gage If equipped this gage is located near the driver s side of the instrument panel cluster This gage ind...

Page 177: ... systems The DIC is also used to display driver personalization menu modes and warning status messages All messages will appear in the DIC display located at the bottom of the instrument panel cluster The DIC buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel q Information Press this button to scroll through the vehicle information mode displays r Reset Press this button to reset some vehi...

Page 178: ...splay to English or metric units see UNITS under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 182 TRIP A or TRIP B Press the information button until TRIP A or TRIP B is displayed These modes show the current distance traveled since the last reset for each trip odometer in either miles mi or kilometers km Both odometers can be used at the same time Each trip odometer can be reset to zero separately by pres...

Page 179: ...PEED is displayed to reset the average vehicle speed OIL LIFE Press the information button until OIL LIFE is displayed The engine oil life system shows an estimate of the oil s remaining useful life It will show 100 when the system is reset after an oil change It will alert you to change your oil on a schedule consistent with your driving conditions In addition to the engine oil life system monito...

Page 180: ...abled with the headlamp switch BRAKE FLUID This message displays to inform the driver that the brake fluid level is low while the ignition is on The brake system warning light on the instrument panel cluster also comes on See Brake System Warning Light on page 167 for more information Have the brake system serviced by your dealer as soon as possible CHANGE OIL SOON This message displays when the l...

Page 181: ...er REDUCED This message displays to inform you that the vehicle has reduced engine power to avoid damaging the engine 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 destination The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while this ...

Page 182: ...the parking brake is left engaged See Parking Brake on page 120 for more information POWER STEERING This message displays if a problem has been detected with the electric power steering Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately SERVICE AIR BAG This message displays when there is a problem with the airbag system Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately TRUNK AJAR This messa...

Page 183: ...odes OIL LIFE RESET When this feature is displayed you can reset the engine oil life system To reset the system see Engine Oil Life System on page 292 See OIL LIFE under DIC Operation and Displays on page 178 for more information UNITS This feature allows you to select the units of measurement in which the DIC will display the vehicle information When UNITS appears on the display press and hold th...

Page 184: ...tion Choose one of the available settings and press the information button to select it and move on to the next feature UNLOCK HORN If your vehicle has Remote Keyless Entry RKE this feature which allows the vehicle s horn to chirp on the first press of the unlock button on the RKE transmitter can be enabled or disabled When UNLOCK HORN appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at ...

Page 185: ...Choose one of the available settings and press the information button to select it and move on to the next feature DELAY LOCK This feature which delays the actual locking of the vehicle can be enabled or disabled When DELAY LOCK appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scroll through the available settings ON default The doors will not lock until five secon...

Page 186: ...Only following See Programmable Automatic Door Unlock on page 98 for more information Choose one of the available settings and press the information button to select it and move on to the next feature UNLK Unlock Automatic Transaxle Only This screen displays only if your vehicle has an automatic transaxle and DRIVER or ALL is selected for the AUTO UNLK feature This feature determines when the auto...

Page 187: ...e settings and press the information button to select it and move on to the next feature LANGUAGE This feature allows you to select the language in which the DIC will display When LANGUAGE appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scroll through the available settings ENGLISH default The DIC will display all information in English FRENCH The DIC will display...

Page 188: ... conditions permit you can tune to your favorite stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them CAUTION This system provides you with a far greater access to audio stations and song listings Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving can cause a crash and you or others can be injured or killed Always keep your eyes on the road and your mind on th...

Page 189: ...icle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 111 for more information Setting the Time Without Date Display If your vehicle has an AM FM base radio with a single CD player and preset buttons numbered one through six the radio will have a clock button for setting the time...

Page 190: ...nth day and year displays 3 Press the pushbutton located under any one of the labels that you want to change Every time the pushbutton is pressed again the time or the date if selected increases by one Another way to increase the time or date is to press the right SEEK arrow or FWD forward button To decrease press the left SEEK arrow or REV reverse button You can also turn the tune knob located on...

Page 191: ...f the radio to adjust the selected setting The date does not automatically display The only way to see the date is by pressing the MENU button and then the clock button when the radio is on The date with display times out after a few seconds and goes back to the normal radio and time display To change the time default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour or to change the date default setting from month...

Page 192: ...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 a beep sounds The radio goes to a station plays for a few seconds then goes to the next station Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning The radio only seeks and scans stations wit...

Page 193: ... setting The current bass or treble level displays If a station s frequency is weak or has static decrease the treble EQ Equalization Press this button to adjust BASS and TREBLE Settings Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL FADE Balance Fade To adjust the balance or fade press this button or the tune knob until the desired speaker control label displays Turn the tune knob clockwise or countercl...

Page 194: ...r check the bottom surface of the CD If the surface of the CD is damaged such as cracked broken or scratched the CD will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs on page 219 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 damag...

Page 195: ...dom do the following 1 Press this button to play tracks from the CD you are listening to in random order The random icon displays 2 Press this button again to turn off random play The random icon disappears from the display RPT Repeat With the repeat setting one track can be repeated To repeat the track you are listening to press and release the RPT button An arrow symbol displays Press RPT again ...

Page 196: ... write it down and provide it to your dealer while reporting the problem Using the Auxiliary Input Jack Your radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate This is not an audio output do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack You can however connect an external audio device such as an iPod laptop computer MP3 player CD changer or c...

Page 197: ...ortable audio device is playing The portable audio device continues playing so you might want to stop it or turn it off CD AUX CD Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD while a portable audio device is playing Press this button again and the system begins playing audio from the connected portable audio player If a portable audio player is not connected No Aux displays Radio with CD MP3 Radio wit...

Page 198: ...quired in order to receive the XM service For more information contact XM In the U S at www xmradio com or call 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 or in Canada at www xmradio ca or call 1 877 GET XMSR 438 9677 Playing the Radio O Power Volume Press this knob to turn the system on and off Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume Speed Compensated Volume SCV The radio has Spe...

Page 199: ...tellite Radio Service MP3 and RDS Features Press the information button to display additional text information related to the current FM RDS or XM station or MP3 song A choice of additional information such as Channel Song Artist and CAT category can display Continue pressing the information button to highlight the desired label or press the pushbutton positioned under any one of the labels and th...

Page 200: ... one of the six pushbuttons until a beep sounds When that pushbutton is pressed and released the station that was set returns 4 Repeat 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 P...

Page 201: ...for more than two seconds until a beep sounds EQ Equalization Press this button to select preset equalization settings To return to the manual mode press the EQ button until Manual displays or start to manually adjust the bass midrange or treble by pressing the tune knob Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL FADE Balance Fade To adjust balance or fade press the tune knob until the speaker contro...

Page 202: ...evious XM station within the selected category 4 To exit the category search mode press the FAV button or BAND button to display your favorites again Undesired XM categories can be removed through the setup menu To remove an undesired category perform the following 1 Press the MENU button to display the radio setup menu 2 Press the pushbutton located below the XM CAT label 3 Turn the tune knob to ...

Page 203: ...s it in and the CD should begin playing Playing a CD s Six Disc CD Player LOAD Press this button to load CDs into the CD player This CD player holds up to six CDs To insert one CD do the following 1 Press and release the load button 2 Wait for the message to insert the disc 3 Load a CD Insert the CD partway into the slot label side up The player pulls the CD in To insert multiple CDs do the follow...

Page 204: ... 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 at a time and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris Do not ...

Page 205: ...on to resume playing the track The elapsed time of the track displays RDM Random With the random setting you can listen to the tracks in random rather than sequential order on one CD or all CDs in a six disc CD player To use random do one of the following Press the CD AUX button or for a single CD player insert a disc partway into the slot of the CD player A RDM label displays To play the tracks f...

Page 206: ... information on how to play an MP3 CD R or CD RW disc see Using an MP3 on page 207 later in this section CD Messages CHECK DISC If an error message displays and or the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smoother the CD should play The CD is dirt...

Page 207: ...Volume Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume of the portable player You might need to make additional volume adjustments from the portable device BAND Press this button to listen to the radio while a portable audio device is playing The portable audio device continues to play so you might want to stop it or turn it off CD AUX CD Auxiliary Press this button...

Page 208: ... or less Avoid subfolders The system can support up to 8 subfolders deep however keep the total number of folders to a minimum in order to reduce the complexity and confusion in trying to locate a particular folder during playback Make sure playlists have a mp3 or wpl extension other file extensions may not work Minimize the length of the file folder or playlist names Long file folder or playlist ...

Page 209: ...mpty Directory or Folder If a root directory or a folder exists somewhere in the file structure that contains only folders subfolders and no compressed files directly beneath them the player advances to the next folder in the file structure that contains compressed audio files The empty folder does not display No Folder When the CD R contains only compressed files the files are located under the r...

Page 210: ...matically show the new folder name unless the folder mode was chosen as the default display The new track name displays File System and Naming The song name that displays is the song name that is contained in the ID3 tag If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag then the radio displays the file name without the extension such as mp3 as the track name Track names longer than 32 characters or f...

Page 211: ...en handled There can be an increase in skipping difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur check the bottom surface of the CD If the surface of the CD is damaged such as cracked broken or scratched the CD will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs on page 219 for more information If there is no apparent damage ...

Page 212: ...e left SEEK arrow to go to the start of the current MP3 file if more than ten seconds have played Press the right SEEK arrow to go to the next MP3 file If either SEEK arrow is held or pressed multiple times the player continues moving backward or forward through MP3 files on the CD S c Previous Folder Press the pushbutton positioned under the Folder label to go to the first track in the previous f...

Page 213: ...c Navigator Use the music navigator feature to play MP3 files on the CD R in order by artist or album Press the pushbutton located below the music navigator label The player scans the disc to sort the files by artist and album ID3 tag information It can take several minutes to scan the disc depending on the number of MP3 files recorded to the CD R The radio can begin playing while it is scanning t...

Page 214: ...cal order on the CD R and begins 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 remains 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 sh...

Page 215: ...the 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 216: ... For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message displays after having your vehicle serviced check with your dealer XM Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message alternates with the XM Radio eight digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate the service Unknown Radio ID not known should only be if hardware failure If this mes...

Page 217: ...he previous stored radio station and stay there Press and hold the up or down arrow longer than three quarters of a second to advance to the next or previous station with a strong signal in the selected band When a CD is playing press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or previous track Press and hold the up or down arrow longer than three quarters of a second to continue advancing ahead o...

Page 218: ...t Static can also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble on your radio FM Stereo FM stereo gives the best sound but FM signals reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to fade in and out XM Satellite Radio Service XM Satellite Radio Service give...

Page 219: ... the surface Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of the CD Player Do not use CD lens cleaners for CD players because the lens of the CD optics can become contaminated by lubricants Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent straighten it out by hand If...

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Page 221: ...ther Competitive Driving 237 Driving at Night 238 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 239 City Driving 242 Freeway Driving 243 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 244 Highway Hypnosis 245 Hill and Mountain Roads 246 Winter Driving 248 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 252 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 253 Loading Your Vehicle 253 Towing 258 Towing Your Vehicle 258 Recreational Vehicle T...

Page 222: ... pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task makes proper defensive driving more difficult and...

Page 223: ...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 224: ... 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 225: ...t answer What if there is an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There is something else about drinking and driving that many people do not know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the b...

Page 226: ...cide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths of a second But that is only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and fr...

Page 227: ...ops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Adding non GM accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 274 Anti Lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle may have the Anti Lock Brake System ABS an advanced electronic b...

Page 228: ...f one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking p...

Page 229: ...t reaction to hit the brake pedal hard and hold it down may be the wrong thing to do Your wheels can stop rolling Once they do the vehicle cannot respond to your steering Momentum will carry it in whatever direction it was headed when the wheels stopped rolling That could be off the road into the very thing you were trying to avoid or into traffic If you do not have ABS use a squeeze braking techn...

Page 230: ...s in cruise control when the Enhanced Traction System begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may re engage the cruise control See Cruise Control on page 145 When the system is on this warning light will come on to let you know there s a problem If the warning light stays on or comes on when you re driving...

Page 231: ...r more information Limited Slip Differential Your vehicle may have this feature A limited slip transaxle can give you additional traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works like a standard transaxle most of the time but when one of the front wheels loses traction this feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle Steering Electric Power Steering If the engine stalls while you...

Page 232: ...nd your speed While you are in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly apply the brakes Both control systems steering and braking have to do their work where the tires meet the road Unless you have four wheel anti lock brakes adding the hard braking can demand too much of those places You can lose control The same thing can h...

Page 233: ...at is the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes but unless you have anti lock brakes not enough to lock your wheels See Braking on page 226 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 ...

Page 234: ...er on a two lane highway waits for just the right moment accelerates moves around the vehicle ahead then goes back into the right lane again A simple maneuver Not necessarily Passing another 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...

Page 235: ... will be increasing speed as the time comes to move into the other lane If the way is clear to pass you will have a running start that more than makes up for the distance you would lose by dropping back And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass you need only slow down and drop back again and wait for another opportunity If other vehicles are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait you...

Page 236: ...In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle s three control systems In the braking skid your wheels are not rolling In the steering or cornering skid too much speed or steering in ...

Page 237: ... is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt If you have the Anti Lock Brake System ABS remember It helps avoid only the braking skid If you do not have ABS then in a braking skid where the wheels are no longer rolling release enough pressure on the b...

Page 238: ...at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision For example if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night But if you are driv...

Page 239: ...in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as the headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and are not even aware of it Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble On a wet road y...

Page 240: ...asher 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 may not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large pud...

Page 241: ... rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water Notice If you drive too quickly through 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 dr...

Page 242: ... yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires on page 334 City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them You will want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals 242 ...

Page 243: ...time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 243 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 check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways tu...

Page 244: ...ust before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there is not another vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up ...

Page 245: ...way Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Do not let it happen...

Page 246: ...ips safer and more enjoyable Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads CAUTION If you do not shift down your brakes could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift down to let your engine assist your bra...

Page 247: ...u go down a steep or long hill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be a...

Page 248: ...d a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where the tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice betwe...

Page 249: ...pery road Even though your vehicle has this system you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions Under certain conditions you may want to turn the traction system off such as when driving through deep snow and loose gravel to help maintain vehicle motion at lower speeds See Enhanced Traction System ETS on page 230 If your vehicle does not have ETS accelerate gently Try ...

Page 250: ...ildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably s...

Page 251: ...he base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run the 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 th...

Page 252: ...the wheels but you do not want to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your vehicle s 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 st...

Page 253: ...may need to be towed out If your vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 258 Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry the ...

Page 254: ... C and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures D For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 334 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 342 There is also important loading information on the Certification label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axle see Certification Label later in this section Steps ...

Page 255: ...in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle If your vehicle can tow a trailer see Towing a Trailer Manual Transaxle on page 261 or Towing a Trailer Automatic Transaxle on page 261 for important information on towing ...

Page 256: ...apacity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Example 2...

Page 257: ...e Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out See Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit earlier in this section CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the wa...

Page 258: ...t evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to ha...

Page 259: ...ee Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing following Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendations How far will you tow Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow Do you have the proper towing equipment See your dealer or traileri...

Page 260: ...e the parking brake To prevent the battery from draining while the vehicle is being towed remove the following fuse from the floor console fuse block 8 Ignition Switch PASS Key III See Floor Console Fuse Block on page 380 for more information Remember to reinstall the fuse once you have reached your destination Notice If you exceed 65 mph 105 km h while towing your vehicle it could be damaged Neve...

Page 261: ...ve the Cobalt SS you can tow a trailer See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Towing a Trailer Automatic Transaxle CAUTION If you do not use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured You may also damage yo...

Page 262: ... extra heat Also the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you will be driving A good source for this information c...

Page 263: ...rtant It can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle and the amount of tongue weight the vehicle can carry See Weight of the Trailer Tongue later in this section for more information Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the driver is in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment The weight of additional optional equipment passengers an...

Page 264: ...ry which will also reduce the trailer weight your vehicle can tow And if you tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 253 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you are using a weight carrying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 to 15 percent of the total loaded tr...

Page 265: ...er when you remove the hitch If you do not seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See Engine Exhaust on page 125 Dirt and water can also enter the vehicle Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separ...

Page 266: ...This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turn...

Page 267: ...o turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It is important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving on Grades Notice Do not tow on steep continuous grades exceeding 6 miles ...

Page 268: ...le can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here is how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but do not shift into PARK P for an automatic transaxle or into gear for a manual transaxle When parking uphill turn your wheels away from the curb When parking downhill turn your wheels into the curb 2 Have someone place chocks und...

Page 269: ... trailer See Scheduled Maintenance on page 391 for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are transaxle fluid do not overfill engine oil drive belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you are trailering it is a good idea to review this information before you start your trip Check pe...

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Page 271: ...Life System 292 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 294 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 295 Manual Transaxle Fluid 295 Hydraulic Clutch 296 Engine Coolant 296 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 303 Engine Overheating 303 Cooling System 305 Windshield Washer Fluid 312 Brakes 313 Battery 316 Jump Starting 317 Headlamp Aiming 323 Bulb Replacement 326 Halogen Bulbs 326 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking ...

Page 272: ...ng the Spare Tire and Tools 356 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 360 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 365 Compact Spare Tire 368 Appearance Care 369 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 369 Fabric Carpet 370 Leather 371 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 371 Care of Safety Belts 372 Weatherstrips 372 Washing Your Vehicle 372 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 37...

Page 273: ...ctrical System 378 Add On Electrical Equipment 378 Headlamp Wiring 379 Windshield Wiper Fuses 379 Power Windows and Other Power Options 379 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 379 Floor Console Fuse Block 380 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 382 Capacities and Specifications 385 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care 273 ...

Page 274: ...and safety including such things as airbags braking stability ride and handling emissions systems aerodynamics durability and electronic systems like anti lock brakes traction control 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 ca...

Page 275: ...do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused If you use the wrong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If you want...

Page 276: ...his may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle To help keep your engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance GM recommends the use of gasoline advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline The 8th digi...

Page 277: ...gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher but your vehicle s acceleration may be slightly reduced and you may notice a slight audible knocking noise commonly referred to as spark knock If the octane is less than 87 you may notice a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine If you are using g...

Page 278: ...mined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs may not be covered by your warranty Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing your emission control system to work properly In most cases you should not have to add anything to your fuel Howe...

Page 279: ...ane 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 gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this occurs return to...

Page 280: ...materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle This is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the passenger s side of the vehicle To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly counterclockwise The fuel cap has a spring in it if the cap is rele...

Page 281: ... diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 170 The CHECK GAS CAP message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC if the fuel cap is not properly installed See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 180 for more information CAUTION If a fire starts ...

Page 282: ... 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 t...

Page 283: ...eft It is located under the front center of the hood toward the driver s side of the vehicle 3 After you have partially lifted the hood a gas strut will automatically take over to lift and hold the hood in the fully open position Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Lower the hood until the lifting force of the strut is reduced then release the hood to latch fully Ch...

Page 284: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2 2L L4 engine 2 4L L4 engine similar here is what you will see 284 ...

Page 285: ... Cylinder Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 313 and Hydraulic Clutch on page 296 E Engine Compartment Fuse Block See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 382 F Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 317 G Remote Negative Terminal See Jump Starting on page 317 H Engine Coolant Surge Tank See Cooling System on page 305 I Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer F...

Page 286: ...When you open the hood on the 2 0L L4 Supercharged engine here is what you will see 286 ...

Page 287: ...mp Starting on page 317 I Engine Coolant Surge Tank See Cooling System on page 305 J Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 294 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop See E...

Page 288: ... 385 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 284 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are t...

Page 289: ...that meets GM Standard GM6094M SAE 5W 30 As shown in the viscosity chart SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institut...

Page 290: ...amage not covered by your warranty GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle If you are in an area of extreme cold where the temperature falls below 20 F 29 C it is recommended that you use either an SAE 5W 30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W 30 oil Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for the engine at extremely low temperatures For Vehicles with the 2 0L L4 ...

Page 291: ...Petroleum Institute API You should look for this on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM4718M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container Your vehicle s engine is filled at the factory with a synthetic oil which meets all requirements for your vehicle Substitute Engine Oil When adding oil to maintain engine oil level oil meetin...

Page 292: ... under the best conditions the oil life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year However your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset Your dealer has GM trained service people who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it ...

Page 293: ...eset procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of...

Page 294: ...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 Never use compressed air to clean the filter To inspect or replace the filter remove the screws that hold the cover on and lift off the cover Be sure to reinstall the cover tightly 2 0L L4 Supercharged Engine There is a...

Page 295: ...he only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take your vehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as soon as possible Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed in Additional Required Services on page 394 and be sure to use the transaxle fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 402 Notice Use of the incorrect automatic transaxle fluid may damage y...

Page 296: ... 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down 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...

Page 297: ...e water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer check your cooling system Notice If you use extra in...

Page 298: ...ation on location CAUTION Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the COLD FILL line 298 ...

Page 299: ...procedure is necessary See Engine Overheating on page 303 for instructions on How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank 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 When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight and fully seated 299 ...

Page 300: ...e cap when the engine and intercooler are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the fill neck pressure cap even a little when the engine and intercooler are hot Park your vehicle on a level surface and turn off the engine When the engine is cold the coolant level should be visible within the horizontal tube section of the fill neck When the engine is wa...

Page 301: ...the intercooler system including the intercooler system pressure cap is hot Wait for the intercooler system and intercooler system pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap CAUTION Adding only plain water to your intercooler system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will With plain water or the wrong mix...

Page 302: ...DEX COOL coolant mixture to the fill neck until there is coolant visible in the horizontal tube section of the fill neck 4 With the fill neck pressure cap off start the engine and let it run for at least 30 seconds Watch out for the engine cooling fan Turn the engine off By this time the coolant level inside the fill neck may be lower If the level drops so that coolant is no longer visible in the ...

Page 303: ...formation If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheate...

Page 304: ... If you get the engine coolant temperature warning with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 If you have an air conditioner and it is on turn it off 2 In heavy traffic let the engine idle in NEUTRAL N for automatic transaxle or NEUTRAL for manual transaxle while stopped If it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to PARK P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle 3 Turn on your heater to ...

Page 305: ...re parked If you still have the warning turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away Cooling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood here is what you will see A Electric Engine Cooling Fan B Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap 2 2L L4 Engine shown 2 4L L4 Engine similar 305 ...

Page 306: ...ds clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface The coolant level should be at the COLD FILL line If it is not you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere in the cooling syst...

Page 307: ...it is not your vehicle needs service If your vehicle is equipped with the 2 0L L4 Supercharged engine and there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating the fans should be running If they are not your vehicle needs service Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warr...

Page 308: ... the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 296 for more information 2 2L and 2 4L L4 Engines If no coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank add coolant as follows CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pr...

Page 309: ...ld weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cool...

Page 310: ... to the COLD FILL line on the tank Wait about five minutes then check to see if the level is below the COLD FILL line If the level is below the line add additional coolant to bring the level up to the line Repeat this procedure until the level remains constant at the COLD FILL line for at least five minutes 310 ...

Page 311: ...xture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the COLD FILL line 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated See your dealer if necessary 2 0L L4 Supercharged Engine If no coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank you will need to either see your dealer or refer to the Dealer Service Manual for a special coolant service fill procedure to ens...

Page 312: ...on page 284 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water does not clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when...

Page 313: ...tch system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes and or clutch will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off the brake clutch fluid Adding fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when the brake linings are worn you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove fluid as necessary only when work is done on ...

Page 314: ...w drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in the brake clutch hydraulic system can damage brake clutch system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Wa...

Page 315: ... linings inspected immediately Also the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing When you have the front brake pads replaced have the rear brakes inspected too Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid inc...

Page 316: ...rake parts Battery Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco replacement battery Your vehicle s battery is located in the trunk You do not need to access the battery to jump start your vehicle See Jump Starting on page 317 Warning Battery posts terminals and rel...

Page 317: ...nd it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the v...

Page 318: ...adio and all lamps that are not needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save the radio 4 Open the hood on the other vehicle and locate the positive and negative terminal locations on that vehicle You will not see the battery of your vehicle under the hood It is located in the trunk You will not need to access your battery for jump starting Your vehicle has a remote ...

Page 319: ...ee Engine Compartment Overview on page 284 for more information on the location of the positive and negative terminals on your vehicle CAUTION An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan 319 ...

Page 320: ...n burn you Do not get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could ...

Page 321: ...nect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable does not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of...

Page 322: ...erminal GND B Good Battery or Remote Positive and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle wi...

Page 323: ...follows The vehicle should be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft 7 6 m from a light colored wall The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface which is level all the way to the wall The vehicle should be placed so it is perpendicular to the wall The vehicle should not have any snow ice or mud on it The vehicle should be fully assembled and all other work stopped while headlamp a...

Page 324: ...e vertical aim on the headlamps do the following 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 283 for more information 2 Locate the aim dot on the lens of the low beam headlamp 3 Measure the distance from the ground to the aim dot on the low beam headlamp Record the distance 324 ...

Page 325: ...low beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being adjusted Do not place directly on the headlamp This allows only the beam of light from the headlamp being adjusted to be seen on the flat surface 7 Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws which are under the hood near each headlamp assembly The adjustment screw can be turned with a 6 mm socket wre...

Page 326: ...at Steps 7 through 9 for the opposite headlamp Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 332 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructio...

Page 327: ...mp To replace one of these bulbs do the following 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 283 for more information 2 Remove the two hex bolts from the headlamp assembly 3 Remove the two plastic fasteners from the fascia 4 Pull the front fascia back You may need someone else to assist you with Steps 3 and 4 327 ...

Page 328: ... in turning the bulb socket 9 Pull the old bulb out of the socket 10 Install a new bulb 11 Reinstall the bulb assembly by reversing Steps 1 through 8 When reinstalling the headlamp assembly first make sure that the wiring harness is in its original position If not the headlamp assembly will not fit correctly You will also need to line up the two tabs on the bottom of the assembly that fit into two...

Page 329: ...naps in You may need to use a tool to guide the tabs into the assembly Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps Coupe To replace this bulb do the following 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 100 for more information 2 Remove the fastener which holds down the trunk trim 3 Disconnect the wiring harness by lifting up on the tab to release and pull it straight out 4 Remove the taillamp bulb socket from the ass...

Page 330: ...removed the trim there will be one more fastener to remove 3 Remove the outer two screws from the taillamp assembly 4 Disconnect the wiring harness by lifting up on the tab to release and pull it straight out 5 Remove the taillamp from the quarter panel A Sidemarker B Stoplamp Turn Signal Taillamp C Back up 6 Locate the bulb you need to change 7 Remove the taillamp bulb socket from the assembly by...

Page 331: ...cate the back up lamp bulb assembly in the trunk lid 3 Remove the bulb socket by turning it counterclockwise On vehicles that have a back up lamp cover first remove it by depressing the tab at the top 4 Pull out the old bulb 5 Install a new bulb 6 Reinstall the bulb socket by aligning the tabs and turning it clockwise to secure 331 ...

Page 332: ...the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Install the new bulb 5 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the license plate lamp Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamps Bulb Number Back Up Lamps 921 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 912 Front Parking Turn Signal Lamps 3157KX Halogen Headlamps High Low Beam 9007 LL License Plate Lamp and Sidemarker 194 Stoplamp Taillamp and Turn Signal Lamps 3057KX For replace...

Page 333: ...ement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 404 Here is how to remove the wiper blades 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly toward the driver s side of the vehicle 3 Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2 333 ...

Page 334: ...Loading Your Vehicle on page 253 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 342 Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or b...

Page 335: ...If you expect to drive on snow or ice covered roads often you may want to get winter tires for your vehicle All season tires provide good overall performance on most surfaces but they may not offer the traction you would like or the same level of performance as winter tires on snow or ice covered roads Winter tires in general are designed for increased traction on snow and ice covered roads With w...

Page 336: ...PC Spec Tire Performance Criteria Specification Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines If your vehicle has 205 55R16 size tires they meet the GM TPC Spec rating but the TPC Spec code has not been molded onto the tire s sidewall C DOT Depa...

Page 337: ...to grade tires based on three performance factors treadwear traction and temperature resistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 350 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load A Temporary Use Only The compact spare tire or temporary use tire has a tread life of approximately 3 000 miles 5 00...

Page 338: ...ire Pressure on page 342 F Tire Size A combination of letters and numbers define a tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service description The letter T as the first character in the tire size means the tire is for temporary use only G TPC Spec Tire Performance Criteria Specification Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specifica...

Page 339: ...to carry The load index can range from 1 to 279 The speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load Speed ratings range from A to Z Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascal kPa Accessory Weight This means the combined we...

Page 340: ...e Loading Your Vehicle on page 253 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle See Loading Your Vehicle on page 253 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle See Loading Your Vehicle on page 253 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle Kilopascal kPa The metric unit for air pressure Light Truck LT Metric T...

Page 341: ...ufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 342 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 253 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 the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between ...

Page 342: ... 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 253 Inflation Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively Notice Do not let anyone tell you th...

Page 343: ...rding the compact spare tire see Compact Spare Tire on page 368 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 sitting for at leas...

Page 344: ...ake sure the tires are rated for high speed operation in excellent condition and set to the correct cold tire inflation pressure for the vehicle load If your vehicle has 215 45R18 size tires they will require inflation pressure adjustment when driving your vehicle at speeds of 100 mph 160 km h or higher Set the cold tire inflation pressure to 35 psi 241 kPa for the front and rear tires when operat...

Page 345: ...el Replacement on page 351 for more information The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance on page 391 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...

Page 346: ...n you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 355 When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicator...

Page 347: ... Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC spec system rating If you need replacement tires GM strongly recommends that you get tires with the same TPC Spec rating This way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give the same performance and vehicle safety during normal use as the original tires GM s exclusive TPC Spec system considers over a dozen critical specifications ...

Page 348: ...temporarily as it was developed for use on your vehicle See Compact Spare Tire on page 368 CAUTION If you use bias ply tires on your vehicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle If you must replace your vehicle s tires with those that do not have a TPC...

Page 349: ...d electronic stability control the performance of these systems can be affected CAUTION If you add different sized wheels your vehicle may not provide an acceptable level of performance and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected You may increase the chance that you will crash and suffer serious injury Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for your vehicle and...

Page 350: ... safety 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 performan...

Page 351: ...ive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis However if you notice unusua...

Page 352: ...res lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassi...

Page 353: ... s instructions To help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle and do not spin your vehicle s wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front tires Notice If your vehicle has a tire size other than P205 55R16 P205 50R17 or 215 45R18 size tires use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use...

Page 354: ...id and may require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous...

Page 355: ...e To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transaxle shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transaxle to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle To be even more certain the vehicle will not move you should put blo...

Page 356: ...blocks The following information will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you will need is located in the trunk Base Models 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 100 for more information 2 Lift the trunk liner to access the spare tire and tools 356 ...

Page 357: ...olt 3 Remove the retainer B that holds down the spare tire See Compact Spare Tire on page 368 for more information 4 Remove the spare tire C by gently pulling it up and out of the trunk 5 Remove the wing nut D that holds the jack and remove the jack and wheel wrench E 357 ...

Page 358: ...Uplevel Models 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 100 for more information 2 Lift the trunk liner to access the spare tire and tools 358 ...

Page 359: ...hat holds down the jack wheel wrench B and spare tire C 4 Remove the spare tire by gently pulling it up and out of the trunk The tools you will be using include the jack A and wheel wrench B You will need to turn the plastic wheel nut counterclockwise to loosen the wheel wrench from the jack 359 ...

Page 360: ...at Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 If your vehicle has plastic wheel covers use the wheel wrench to loosen the plastic wheel nut caps Once you have loosened the plastic wheel nut caps with the wheel wrench you can finish loosening them with your fingers The plastic nut caps do not come off 360 ...

Page 361: ...g See Changing a Flat Tire on page 355 for more information Notice Make sure that the jack lift head is in the correct position or you may damage your vehicle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty 5 Position the jack lift head at the jack location nearest the flat tire The front location is about 8 inches 20 cm behind the front wheel opening The rear location is about 4 inches 10 cm in...

Page 362: ...ed 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 8 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far en...

Page 363: ...n CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off 10 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 363 ...

Page 364: ... can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 385 for wheel nut torque specification...

Page 365: ... put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire It will not fit Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger 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...

Page 366: ...A Cover B Retainer C Jack and Wheel Wrench D Stow Bolt Extension Rod E Spare Tire F Bolt Base Model 366 ...

Page 367: ...eve from the jack 2 Screw the stow bolt extension rod and the sleeve into the existing spare tire hold down bolt 3 If your vehicle has aluminum wheels first remove the center cap with your hand or the wheel wrench 4 Place the flat tire face down into the spare tire tub Avoid scraping the aluminum wheel if the vehicle has one on the hold down bolt 5 Re attach the wheel wrench to the jack Uplevel Mo...

Page 368: ...is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have the full size tire repaired or replaced at your convenience Of course it is best to replace the spare with a full size tire as soon as possible The spare tire will last longer and be in good shape in case it is needed again No...

Page 369: ...ng cleaned Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended Use glass cleaner only on glass Remove any accidental over spray from other surfaces immediately To prevent over spray apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth Notice If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on your vehicle you could scratch the glass and or cause damage to ...

Page 370: ...lt from the use of many organic solvents such as naptha alcohol etc Fabric Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor carpet and carpeted floor mats For soils always try to remove them first with plain water or club soda Before cleaning gently remove as much of the soi...

Page 371: ...ot removers on leather Many commercial leather cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect leather may permanently change the appearance and feel of your leather and are not recommended Do not use silicone or wax based products or those containing organic solvents to clean your vehicle s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner ...

Page 372: ...provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 402 Washing Your Vehicle The paint finish on the v...

Page 373: ...e on page 372 Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish Approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer See Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 377 Notice Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may damage it Use only non abrasive waxes and polishes that ...

Page 374: ...t Then rinse the blade with water Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary replace blades that look worn Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels Your vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome plated wheels Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied Notice If you us...

Page 375: ...hat uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes Do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Tires To clean the tires use a stiff brush with tire cleaner Notice Using petroleum based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint finish and or tires When applying a tire ...

Page 376: ...sion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollu...

Page 377: ...els and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one easy step no wiping necessary Wash Wax Concentrate Medium ...

Page 378: ...Service Parts Identification Label You will find this label in the trunk on the driver side near the spare tire cover It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the following VIN Model designation Paint information Production options and special equipment Do not remove this label from the vehicle Electrical System Add On Electrical Equipment Notice Do not add an...

Page 379: ...blem is fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of th...

Page 380: ... of the floor console behind the forward panel The panel has three clips Pull the panel to disconnect the three clips and access the fuses Use the fuse puller to remove fuses Fuses Usage 1 Fuse Puller 2 Empty 3 Empty 4 Empty 5 Empty 6 Amplifier 7 Cluster 8 Ignition Switch PASS Key III 380 ...

Page 381: ...18 Empty 19 Electric Power Steering Steering Wheel Control 20 Sunroof 21 Spare Fuses Usage 22 Empty 23 Audio System 24 Sensing and Diagnostic Module Airbag 25 Engine Control Module Transaxle Control Module 26 Door Locks 27 Interior Lights 28 Steering Wheel Control Illumination 29 Power Windows Relays Usage 30 Climate Control System 31 Empty 32 Retained Accessory Power RAP 381 ...

Page 382: ...ment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver s side of the vehicle Lift off the cover to check the fuses See Engine Compartment Overview on page 284 for more information on location 382 ...

Page 383: ... Side Low Beam DRL Daytime Running Lamps FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump EXH Exhaust Emissions Blank Not Used Fuses Usage INJ Injectors Blank Not Used ABS Anti lock Brake System PCM ECM Powertrain Control Module Engine Control Module EPS Electric Power Steering AIR PUMP AIR Pump PRK LAMP Park Lamps WPR Windshield Wiper IP IGN Ignition A C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch AIR SOL AFTERCOOL AIR Solenoid L61 LE5 Af...

Page 384: ...efogger COOL FAN2 Engine Cooling Fan 2 WPR HI LO Windshield Wiper High Low Speed CRNK Starter Relays Usage COOL FAN1 Engine Cooling Fan 1 FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump WPR ON OFF Windshield Wiper On Off COOL FANS Engine Cooling Fans PWR TRN Powertrain AIR PUMP AIR Pump A C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch AIR SOL AFTERCOOL AIR Solenoid L61 LE5 Aftercooler L4 RUN CRNK Run Crank Misc Usage PLR Fuse Puller 384 ...

Page 385: ...em 2 0L L4 Engine Supercharged 9 2 qt 8 7 L 2 2L L4 Engine 7 4 qt 7 0 L 2 4L L4 Engine 7 4 qt 7 0L Intercooler System 2 0L Engine 2 1 qt 1 95 L Engine Oil with Filter 2 2L L4 and 2 4L L4 Engines 5 0 qt 4 7 L 2 0L L4 Engine Supercharged 6 0 qt 5 7 L Fuel Tank 2 2L L4 Engine with NU6 emissions sold new in CA ME VT NY NH MA see your dealer for bordering states 13 5 gal 51 1 L 2 2L L4 Engine without N...

Page 386: ...L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap 2 2L L4 F Automatic Manual 0 040 inches 1 01 mm 2 0L L4 Supercharged P Manual 0 039 inches 1 00 mm 2 4L L4 B Manual Automatic 0 040 inches 1 01 mm 386 ...

Page 387: ...uled Maintenance 391 Additional Required Services 394 Maintenance Footnotes 395 Owner Checks and Services 397 At Each Fuel Fill 398 At Least Once a Month 398 At Least Once a Year 399 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 402 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 404 Engine Drive Belt Routing 405 Maintenance Record 406 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 387 ...

Page 388: ...ties See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details Maintenance Requirements Notice Maintenance intervals checks inspections replacement parts and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty 388 ...

Page 389: ... Using the Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition But we do not know exactly how you will drive it You may drive very short distances only a few times a week Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot dusty weather You may use your vehicle in making deliveries Or you may drive it to work to do errands or in many other wa...

Page 390: ...ther information CAUTION Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous In trying to do some jobs you can be seriously injured Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know how and the proper tools and equipment for the job If you have any doubt see your GM Goodwrench dealer to have a qualified technician do the work Some maintenance services can be complex So unless y...

Page 391: ...or anyone else drives the vehicle We recommend the use of genuine GM parts Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE OIL SOON message in the Driver Information Center DIC comes on it means that service is required for your vehicle See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 180 Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 600 miles 1 000 km It is possible that if you are driving under the ...

Page 392: ...nce I and Maintenance II Generally it is recommended that your first service be Maintenance I your second service be Maintenance II and that you alternate Maintenance I and Maintenance II thereafter However in some cases Maintenance II may be required more often Maintenance I Use Maintenance I if the CHANGE OIL SOON message comes on within 10 months since the vehicle was purchased or Maintenance I...

Page 393: ... 345 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 398 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels If you have the 2 0L L4 supercharged engine check intercooler fluid level Add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b I...

Page 394: ...000 100 000 160 000 125 000 200 000 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 294 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter severe service only See footnote h Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every five years ...

Page 395: ...other brake parts including drums wheel cylinders calipers parking brake etc b Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts or signs of wear Inspect power steering cables for proper hook up binding cracks chafing etc c Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Inspect all pipes fittings and clamps ...

Page 396: ...d for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear Do not lubricate accelerator or cruise control cables h Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainou...

Page 397: ...e Engine Coolant on page 296 for what to use Inspect hoses Clean pressure cap and filler neck Pressure test the system and pressure cap Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle Your GM Goodwrench dealer can assist you with these checks and service...

Page 398: ...heck the coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 296 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer fluid reservoir and add the proper fluid if necessary At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Visually inspect your vehicle s tires and make sure they are inflated to the corre...

Page 399: ...e engine immediately if it starts 3 On automatic transaxle vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The vehicle should start only in PARK P or NEUTRAL N If the vehicle starts in any other position contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service On manual transaxle vehicles put the shift lever in NEUTRAL push the clutch pedal down halfway and try to start the engine The vehicle should start only...

Page 400: ...ngine 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 LOCK in each shift lever position With an automatic transaxle the ignition should turn to LOCK only when the sh...

Page 401: ...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 402: ...percharged engine The engine requires a special engine oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M Oils meeting this standard may be identified with the American Petroleum Institute API Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol However not all synthetic API oils with the starburst symbol will meet this GM standard You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M GM Goodwrench oil m...

Page 403: ...Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Usage Fluid Lubricant Manual Transaxle Shift Linkage Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood...

Page 404: ...mber Engine Air Cleaner Filter 2 2L L4 and 2 4L L4 Engine 21999324 A2956C 2 0L L4 Engine Supercharged 15239447 A2975C Engine Oil Filter 12605566 PF457G Spark Plugs 2 2L L4 and 2 4L L4 Engine 12598004 41 103 2 0L L4 Engine Supercharged 12787099 PFR6T 10G Passenger Compartment Air Filter 52493319 CF125 Windshield Wiper Blade Hook Type Driver s Side 22 inches 56 cm 15243233 Passenger s Side 17 inches...

Page 405: ...ngine Drive Belt Routing Belt routing for air conditioning option shown Dotted line shows routing for vehicles without air conditioning option 2 2L L4 and 2 4L L4 Engines 2 0L L4 Supercharged Engine 405 ...

Page 406: ...vices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 388 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 397 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 406 ...

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

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

Page 409: ...Roadside Assistance Program 416 Courtesy Transportation 419 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 422 Collision Damage Repair 423 Reporting Safety Defects 428 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 428 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 428 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 428 Service Publications Ordering Information 429 Section 7 Customer A...

Page 410: ...ng a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help in the U S contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 222 1020 In Canada contact General Motors of Canada Customer Communication Centre by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give ...

Page 411: ... resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BBB A...

Page 412: ... the entire dispute settlement process from the time you file your complaint to the final decision should be completed in about 70 days We believe our impartial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call toll free 1 800 207 0685 ...

Page 413: ...mation and to register your vehicle My GM Canada Canada only My GM Canada is a password protected section of gmcanada com where you can save information on GM vehicles get personalized offers and use handy tools and forms with greater ease Here are a few of the valuable tools and services you will have access to My Showroom Find and save information on vehicles and current offers in your area My D...

Page 414: ...ddressed to United States Customer Assistance 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 Islan...

Page 415: ...This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more details or to determine your vehicle s eligibility visit gmmobility com or call the G...

Page 416: ...iod and in Canada during the Base Warranty coverage period of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty up to a maximum coverage of 100 Fuel Delivery Delivery of enough fuel for the customer to get to the nearest service station about 5 in the U S and 10 litres in Canada Service to provide diesel may be restricted For safety reasons propane and other alternative fuels will not be provided through this serv...

Page 417: ... battery jump start will be covered at no charge Additional Services for Canadian Customers Trip Routing Service Upon Request Roadside Assistance will send you detailed computer personalized maps highlighting your choice of either the most direct route or the most scenic route to your destination anywhere in North America along with any helpful travel information we may have pertaining to your tri...

Page 418: ...led receipts and a copy of the repair order are required Once authorization has been given your advisor will help you make any necessary arrangements and explain how to claim for trip interruption expense assistance Alternative Service There may be times when Roadside Assistance cannot provide timely assistance your advisor may authorize you to secure local emergency road service and you will be r...

Page 419: ...e excessive in frequency or type of occurrence Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notification Towing and Road Service Exclusions Specifically excluded from Roadside Assistanc...

Page 420: ...ng it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for the same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be comple...

Page 421: ...requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state provincial local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes levies usage fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair Generally...

Page 422: ...e SDM in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated such as data related to engine speed brake application throttle position vehicle speed safety belt usage airbag readiness airbag performance and the severity of a collision This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future ...

Page 423: ... 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 repaired by a qualified technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts Poorly performed collision repairs will diminish your vehicle s resale value and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions Collision Pa...

Page 424: ... failure related to such parts are not covered by that warranty Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets 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 c...

Page 425: ...ove your vehicle only if its position puts you in danger or you are instructed to move it by a police officer Give only the necessary and requested information to police and other parties involved in the accident Do not discuss your personal condition mental frame of mind or anything unrelated to the accident This will help guard against post accident legal action If you need roadside assistance c...

Page 426: ...headquarters the next day and you can get a copy of the report for a nominal fee In some states provinces with no fault insurance laws a report may not be necessary This is especially true if there are no injuries and both vehicles are driveable Choose a reputable collision repair facility for your vehicle Whether you select a GM dealer or a private collision repair facility to fix the damage make...

Page 427: ... 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 repair professional and insist on Genuine GM parts Remember if your vehicle is leased you may be obligated to have the vehicle repaired with Genuine GM parts even if your insurance coverage does not pay the full cost If another party s ...

Page 428: ... 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 Mo...

Page 429: ...anual 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 and service of your vehicle In Canada the servic...

Page 430: ...l Service Bulletins and Manuals 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 Detro...

Page 431: ...4 When Should an Airbag Inflate 71 Where Are the Airbags 69 Antenna Fixed Mast 219 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 219 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 227 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 168 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 374 Care of Safety Belts 372 Chemical Paint Spotting 376 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 373 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 369 Fabric Carpet 370 ...

Page 432: ...s 229 Parking 120 System Warning Light 167 Brakes 313 Braking 226 Braking in Emergencies 229 Break In New Vehicle 108 Bulb Replacement 326 Back Up Lamps 331 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 328 Halogen Bulbs 326 Headlamp Aiming 323 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 327 License Plate Lamps 332 Replacement Bulbs 332 Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps 329 Taillamps Turn Signal S...

Page 433: ...uminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 374 Exterior Lamps Lenses 373 Fabric Carpet 370 Finish Care 373 Cleaning cont Inside of Your Vehicle 369 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 371 Leather 371 Tires 375 Underbody Maintenance 376 Washing Your Vehicle 372 Weatherstrips 372 Windshield and Wiper Blades 374 Climate Control System 154 Air Filter Passenger Compartment 158 Outlet Adjustment 157 C...

Page 434: ...me Running Lamps 149 Defensive Driving 222 Delayed Locking 97 Differential Limited Slip 231 Disc MP3 207 Doing Your Own Service Work 275 Dome Lamp 151 Door Automatic Door Lock 98 Delayed Locking 97 Locks 96 Power Door Locks 97 Programmable Automatic Door Unlock 98 Rear Door Security Locks 98 Driver Position Safety Belt 24 Seat Height Adjuster 10 Driver Information Center DIC 177 DIC Operation and ...

Page 435: ...lant Heater 113 Coolant Temperature Warning Light 170 Drive Belt Routing 405 Engine Compartment Overview 284 Exhaust 125 Oil 287 Oil Life System 292 Engine cont Overheating 303 Starting 111 Enhanced Traction System ETS 230 Warning Light 169 Entry Exit Lighting 151 Event Data Recorders EDR 422 Extender Safety Belt 39 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 294 Finish Damage 376 Fixed Mast Antenna 219 Flashers ...

Page 436: ...rcuit Breakers 379 Windshield Wiper 379 G Gage Boost 176 Fuel 175 Speedometer 162 Tachometer 162 Gasoline Octane 277 Specifications 277 Glove Box 133 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 415 H Hazard Warning Flashers 140 Head Restraints 14 Headlamp Aiming 323 Headlamp Wiring 379 Headlamps 148 Bulb Replacement 326 Daytime Running Lamps 149 Flash to Pass 143 Halogen Bulbs 326 Headlamps Front Turn Signa...

Page 437: ... 23 Hydraulic Clutch 296 I Ignition Positions 108 Infants and Young Children Restraints 43 Inflation Tire Pressure 342 Instrument Panel Overview 138 Instrument Panel I P Brightness 150 Cluster 161 J Jump Starting 317 K Keyless Entry System 88 Keys 87 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 336 Lamps Battery Run Down Protection 152 Dome 151 Electric Power Management 151 Fog 150 Mirror Reading 151 LATCH System Chi...

Page 438: ...n 99 Locks Automatic Door Lock 98 Delayed Locking 97 Door 96 Lockout Protection 99 Locks cont Power Door 97 Programmable Automatic Door Unlock 98 Rear Door Security Locks 98 Loss of Control 236 Lumbar Manual Controls 10 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services 394 At Each Fuel Fill 398 At Least Once a Month 398 At Least Once a Year 399 Introduction 388 Maintenance Footnotes 395 Maintena...

Page 439: ...eak In 108 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 404 O Odometer 162 Off Road Recovery 234 Oil Engine 287 Pressure Light 174 Oil Engine Oil Life System 292 Older Children Restraints 40 Online Owner Center 413 OnStar System see OnStar Manual 129 Other Warning Devices 140 Outlet Adjustment 157 Outlet s Accessory Power 152 Outside Convex Mirror 128 Manual Mirror 127 Power Mirrors 128 Remote Control Mir...

Page 440: ...Care of Your CDs 219 Radios cont Radio with CD 192 197 Setting the Time 189 190 Theft Deterrent 217 Understanding Reception 218 Rear Door Security Locks 98 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 36 Rear Seat Passengers Safety Belts 33 Rearview Mirror with OnStar 127 Rearview Mirrors 127 Reclining Seatbacks 12 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 402 Recreational Vehicle Towing 259 Remote Keyless Entry RKE S...

Page 441: ...s 22 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 36 Rear Seat Passengers 33 Safety Belts cont Right Front Passenger Position 32 Safety Belt Extender 39 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 32 Safety Belts Are for Everyone 18 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 31 Safety Warnings and Symbols 4 Scheduled Maintenance 391 Seats Driver Seat Height Adjuster 10 Easy Entry Seat 15 Head Restraints 14 Heated Seats 11 Manual 9 Ma...

Page 442: ...111 Steering 231 Steering Wheel Controls Audio 217 Steering Wheel Tilt Wheel 140 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area 133 Convenience Net 134 Cupholder s 133 Storage Areas cont Driver s Storage Compartment 133 Glove Box 133 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 252 Sun Visors 104 Sunroof 134 T Tachometer 162 Taillamps Turn Signal Lamps 329 Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 330 Theft Deterrent R...

Page 443: ...el Alignment and Tire Balance 351 Wheel Replacement 351 When It Is Time for New Tires 346 Winter Tires 335 Towing Recreational Vehicle 259 Towing a Trailer 261 Your Vehicle 258 Traction Enhanced Traction System ETS 230 Enhanced Traction System ETS Warning Light 169 Limited Slip Differential 231 Transaxle Fluid Automatic 295 Fluid Manual 295 Transaxle Operation Automatic 115 Transaxle Operation Man...

Page 444: ...Messages 180 Hazard Warning Flashers 140 Other Warning Devices 140 Safety and Symbols 4 Vehicle Damage 5 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 351 Different Size 349 Replacement 351 Where to Put the Restraint 51 Windows 102 Manual 103 Power 103 Windshield Washer 144 Washer Fluid 312 Wiper Blade Replacement 333 Wiper Blades Cleaning 374 Wiper Fuses 379 Wipers 143 Winter Driving 248 Winter Tires 335 Wip...

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