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The battery can be discharged at idle if the
electrical loads are very high. This is true for
all vehicles. This is because the generator
(alternator) may not be spinning fast enough
at idle to produce all the power that is needed
for very high electrical loads.

A high electrical load occurs when several of the
following loads are on: headlamps, high beams,
fog lamps, rear window defogger, climate
control fan at high speed, heated seats, engine
cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads plugged into
accessory power outlets.

EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the
battery. It does this by balancing the generator’s
output and the vehicle’s electrical needs. It
can increase engine idle speed to generate more
power, whenever needed. It can temporarily
reduce the power demands of some accessories.

Normally, 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.

If so, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message
might be displayed, such as Battery Saver
Active or Service Battery Charging System. If this
message is displayed, it is recommended that
the driver reduce the electrical loads as much as
possible. See

DIC Warnings and Messages

on page 198

.

Battery Run-Down Protection

Your vehicle has a battery saver feature designed
to protect the vehicle’s battery.

When any interior lamp is left on and the ignition is
turned off, the battery rundown protection system
will automatically turn the lamp off after 20 minutes.
This will avoid draining the battery. This vehicle also
has a retained accessory power feature. If the radio
is on, it will turn off after 10 minutes or if any door
on the vehicle is opened. See

Retained Accessory

Power (RAP) on page 116

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Summary of Contents for 2007 Equinox

Page 1: ...ystem 133 Storage Areas 137 Sunroof 144 Instrument Panel 145 Instrument Panel Overview 148 Climate Controls 165 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 171 Driver Information Center DIC 192 Audio System s 215 Driving Your Vehicle 283 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 284 Towing 320 Service and Appearance Care 331 Service 333 Fuel 335 Checking Things Under the Hood 340 All Wheel Drive 374 Bulb Rep...

Page 2: ...dentification 427 Electrical System 428 Capacities and Specifications 434 Maintenance Schedule 435 Maintenance Schedule 436 Customer Assistance Information 455 Customer Assistance and Information 456 Reporting Safety Defects 474 Index 477 2 ...

Page 3: ...ual 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 Canadi...

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: ...2 Safety Belt Extender 42 Child Restraints 43 Older Children 43 Infants and Young Children 46 Child Restraint Systems 49 Where to Put the Restraint 53 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 57 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 64 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 66 Airbag System 72 Where Are the Airbags 75 When Should an Airbag Inflate 78 What Make...

Page 8: ...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 8 ...

Page 9: ...nward repeatedly until the seat is at the desired height Power Seat If the vehicle has a power seat the control used to operate it is located on the outboard side of the driver s seat To adjust the seat do any of the following Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down ...

Page 10: ...s heated seats the switches are located on the center console of the instrument panel above the shift lever The ignition must be on for the heated seats to operate Press the switch nearest to the seat once to turn the heated seat on to the high setting Both indicator lights will be lit Press the switch a second time to turn the heated seat to the low setting One indicator light will be lit Press t...

Page 11: ...hicle is not moving CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked To adjust the seatback on the driver s seat lift the lever on the rear outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to the desired position Then release the lever to lock the sea...

Page 12: ...rd side of the seat and move the seatback to the desired position Then release the lever to lock the seatback in place If your front passenger s seat is a flat folding seat you must fully raise the lever to disengage the seatback Passenger Seat with Folding Seatback Option shown 12 ...

Page 13: ... cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving Head Restraints Adjust ...

Page 14: ...old flat CAUTION If you fold the seatback forward to carry longer objects such as skis be sure any such cargo is not near an airbag In a crash an inflating airbag might force that object toward a person This could cause severe injury or even death Secure objects away from the area in which an airbag would inflate For more information see Where Are the Airbags on page 75 and Loading Your Vehicle on...

Page 15: ...do the following 1 Lower the head restraint all the way 2 Lift the bar under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat as far back as it will go and release the bar Try to move the seat back and forth to make sure it is locked into place 3 Lift the recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat up fully and fold the seatback forward until it disengages 15 ...

Page 16: ...tback 2 Continue raising the seatback until the seatback re engages CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place The recliner lever is also used to recline the seatback while a pa...

Page 17: ...re 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 properly routed and attached and are not twisted To fold the seatback down do the following Notice Folding a rear se...

Page 18: ...p of the seatback 2 Tilt the seatback rearward then release the lever when the seatback is in the desired position To slide the entire seat forward or rearward do the following 1 Lift and hold the release bar located under the front of the seat cushion to unlock the seat 2 Slide the seat to the desired position 3 Release the bar 4 Try to move the seat back and forth to ensure the seat is locked in...

Page 19: ...ed or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehic...

Page 20: ... 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 21: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 21 ...

Page 22: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 22 ...

Page 23: ... 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 24: ... 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 43 or Infa...

Page 25: ...ust the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The lap shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 25 ...

Page 26: ...le the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Move the shoulder belt height adjuster to the height that is right for you Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash See Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment on page 34 6 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder belt It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the l...

Page 27: ...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 safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash 27 ...

Page 28: ...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 28 ...

Page 29: ...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 29 ...

Page 30: ...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 30 ...

Page 31: ...jured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 31 ...

Page 32: ...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 32 ...

Page 33: ...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 33 ...

Page 34: ...you Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash To move it up or down squeeze the release buttons A together and move the height adjuster to the desired position After you ...

Page 35: ...regnant 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 25 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for the following If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the ...

Page 36: ...hrown 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 seating 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 s...

Page 37: ...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 42 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 37 ...

Page 38: ...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 39: ...fety Belt Comfort Guides Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide available for each outboard passenger position in the rear seat Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safe...

Page 40: ...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 40 ...

Page 41: ... the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 36 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 Slide the guide back onto its storage clip located on the ...

Page 42: ...ur safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 91 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 be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not l...

Page 43: ...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 44: ... 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 39 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 45: ... 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 45 ...

Page 46: ...eave 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 restraints Young children should not use the vehicle s adult safety belts alone unless there is no other choice Instead they need to use a child restraint CAUTION People should never hold a baby i...

Page 47: ...gs plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 47 ...

Page 48: ...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 49: ...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 50: ... 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 50 ...

Page 51: ...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 52: ...belt portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 57 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 53: ...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 54: ...ose to the inflating airbag CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off We recommend that rear facing child restraints b...

Page 55: ...if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 transported in vehicles with a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint whenever possible If you need...

Page 56: ...ns for Use of Three Child Restraints A Child restraint or occupant using safety belt A Child restraint or occupant using safety belt B Child restraint using LATCH Wherever you install a child restraint be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secur...

Page 57: ... 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 58: ...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 59: ...are located on the back of the rear seatback You may need to adjust the rear compartment storage panel cover in the rear cargo area to access the anchors 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...

Page 60: ...ly injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchors or use the vehicle 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 r...

Page 61: ... child restraint or the LATCH attachment parts and the vehicle s safety belt assembly may cause damage to these parts Make sure when securing unused safety belts behind the child restraint that there is no 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 b...

Page 62: ...tructions in this manual 1 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 1 3 Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors 2 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor if equipped Refer to the child restraint instr...

Page 63: ...d restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether around the head restraint If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a single tether raise the head restraint and route the tether under the head restraint and in between the head restraint posts 3 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 63 ...

Page 64: ...n Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release b...

Page 65: ...sh down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 65 ...

Page 66: ... is not in use slide the latch plate up the safety belt webbing The latch plate should rest on the stitching on the safety belt near the upper anchor on the side wall Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger s airbag A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child restraint See Where to Put the Restraint on page 53 In additi...

Page 67: ... to the inflating airbag CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off We recommend that rear facing child res...

Page 68: ...m detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 transported in vehicles with a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint whenever possible If you need to secure a...

Page 69: ...ont passenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 82 We recommend that rear facing child restraints be secured in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If your child restraint is forward facing move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the child restraint in this seat See Manual Seats on page 8 or Power Seat on page 9 When the passenger sensing system has turned off...

Page 70: ... 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 70 ...

Page 71: ...f 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 seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible Also make sure the c...

Page 72: ...ord AIRBAG will appear on the airbag covering on the headliner near the driver s and right front passenger s window Even if you have no right front passenger seat in your vehicle there is still an active frontal airbag in the right side of the instrument panel Do not place cargo in front of this airbag CAUTION Be sure that cargo is not near an airbag In a crash an inflating airbag might force that...

Page 73: ...d near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear crashes or in many CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants frontal airbags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful airbags have provided in the past Roof mounted side impact airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe crashes where something hits...

Page 74: ...le still maintaining control of the vehicle Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for t...

Page 75: ... airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Airbag Readiness Light on page 174 for more information Where Are the Airbags The driver s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel 75 ...

Page 76: ...s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side If your vehicle has a roof mounted airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver it is located in the ceiling above the side windows 76 ...

Page 77: ... injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering And if your vehicle has roof mounted side impact airbags never secure anything to the roof of your vehicle by routing the rope or tie down through any door or window opening...

Page 78: ...oderate frontal impacts these airbags inflate at a level less than full deployment For more severe frontal impacts full deployment occurs If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that does not move or deform the threshold level for the reduced deployment is about 11 to 16 mph 17 to 26 km h and the threshold level for a full deployment is about 20 to 25 mph 32 to 40 km h The threshold...

Page 79: ... damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were For frontal airbags inflation is determined by what the vehicle hits the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down For roof mounted side impact airbags inflation is determined by the location and severity of the impact What Makes an Airbag Inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the airbag sensing system detects tha...

Page 80: ...l or near frontal collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s frontal airbags and only in moderate to severe side collisions or rollovers for vehicles with roof mounted rollover airbags What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates After a frontal airbag inflates it quickly deflates so quickly that some people may not even realize an airbag inflated Roof mounted rollover airbags may still...

Page 81: ... hazard warning flashers by using the controls for those features In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After an airbag inflates you will need some new parts for your airbag system If you do not get them the airbag...

Page 82: ...er sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger s seat The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the passenger s frontal airbag should be enabled may inflate or not Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We recommend that child restraints be s...

Page 83: ...loy 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 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear sea...

Page 84: ... passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 transported in vehicles with a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint w...

Page 85: ...he 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 manufacturer s directions and refer to Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 66 If after rei...

Page 86: ...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 87: ... seat heaters and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates Remove any additional material from the seat cushion before reinstalling or securing the child restraint and before a small occupant including a small adult sits in the passenger position You may want to consider not using seat covers or other aftermarket equipment if your vehicle has the passenger sensing s...

Page 88: ...ystem To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 475 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 89: ...ce are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 456 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 rollover sensor module instrument panel steering w...

Page 90: ...t forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers and have them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Notice If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s airbag or the side impact airbag covering if equipped on the ceiling near the side windows the airbag may not work prope...

Page 91: ...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...

Page 92: ... NOTES 92 ...

Page 93: ...ors 110 Theft Deterrent Systems 111 Content Theft Deterrent 111 PASS Key III 112 PASS Key III Operation 113 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 114 New Vehicle Break In 114 Ignition Positions 115 Retained Accessory Power RAP 116 Starting the Engine 116 Engine Coolant Heater 118 Automatic Transaxle Operation 119 Parking Brake 122 Shifting Into Park P 123 Shifting Out of Park P 125 Parking Over Thin...

Page 94: ...rror with Compass 131 Outside Power Mirrors 132 Outside Convex Mirrors 132 OnStar System 133 Storage Areas 137 Glove Box 137 Cupholder s 137 Center Console Storage Area 137 Garment Hooks 137 Luggage Carrier 138 Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover 140 Rear Seat Armrest 142 Table 142 Convenience Net 143 Cargo Tie Downs 143 Sunroof 144 Section 2 Features and Controls 94 ...

Page 95: ...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 95 ...

Page 96: ...spare keys Remote Keyless Entry RKE System The remote keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received including inte...

Page 97: ...n is necessary See Battery Replacement and Resynchronization under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 97 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 can be locked and unlocked from about 3 feet 1 m up to 65 feet 20 m away with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter If your vehic...

Page 98: ...ee DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 207 for additional information Pressing the lock button may arm the content theft deterrent system See Content Theft Deterrent on page 111 K Unlock Press the unlock button to unlock the driver s door If the button is pressed again within five seconds all remaining doors and the liftgate will unlock The interior lamps will come on and stay on for 20 seconds or...

Page 99: ...ee Content Theft Deterrent on page 111 If you accidentally set off the alarm when entering or exiting the vehicle you can shut it off by pressing the lock or unlock button once or the panic alarm button twice Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each RKE transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchas...

Page 100: ...ry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the RKE transmitter do the following 1 Use a flat thin object to pry open the transmitter 2 Once the transmitter is separated use a pencil or similar object to remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 3 Slide the new battery into the transmitter with the positive side of the battery ...

Page 101: ...lease the lock button and then press and hold the remote vehicle start button to start the vehicle Your RKE transmitter with the remote start button provides an increased range of operation However the range may be less while the vehicle is running As a result you may need to be closer to your vehicle to turn it off than you were to turn it on If your vehicle is low on fuel do not use the remote s...

Page 102: ... is used again before the first 10 minute time frame has ended the first 10 minutes will immediately expire and the second 10 minute time frame will start For example if the lock button and then the remote start buttons are pressed again after the vehicle has been running for five minutes 10 minutes are added allowing the engine to run for 15 minutes After your vehicle s engine has been started tw...

Page 103: ...from the factory with the remote vehicle start system enabled The system may be enabled or disabled through the DIC See REMOTE START under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 207 for additional information Remote Start Ready 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 s remote vehi...

Page 104: ...AUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happ...

Page 105: ...ss entry RKE transmitter or the power door lock switch The doors will not lock and the theft deterrent system will not arm until all the doors are closed and ten seconds have passed The delayed locking feature can be programmed through the Driver Information Center DIC See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 207 Programmable Automatic Door Locks Your vehicle has an automatic lock unlock feature wh...

Page 106: ... the front door power lock switch or by lifting the rear door manual lock 2 Open the door from the outside To cancel the rear door security lock do the following 1 Unlock the door and open it from the outside 2 Insert the key into the slot next to the rear door security lock label and turn it to the vertical position 3 Repeat the steps for the other lock Lockout Protection If you press the power d...

Page 107: ...that will force outside air into your vehicle See Climate Control System in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust on page 127 To unlock the liftgate press the unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter twice or use the power door lock switch To lock the liftgate press the lock b...

Page 108: ...pen the liftgate if this happens remove the interior trim plug located at the base of the liftgate from inside the vehicle Use a tool to push the service release lever located on the latch until you hear or feel the gate release The liftgate can now be opened and closed manually You will need to use this procedure to open the liftgate until the power is restored 108 ...

Page 109: ...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 109 ...

Page 110: ...ow will open a small amount Press the switch down all the way down and release it and the window will go down automatically To stop the window while it is lowering press and release the top of the switch Window Lockout o Window Lockout Your vehicle has a lockout feature to prevent rear seat passengers from operating the windows Press the lockout button located with the power window switches to tur...

Page 111: ...ansmitter or a key or turns the ignition on with an incorrect key The horn will sound and the turn signal lamps will flash for approximately two minutes When the alarm is armed the trunk may be opened with the remote keyless entry transmitter The power door lock switches are disabled and the doors remain locked You must use your remote keyless entry transmitter or your key to unlock the doors when...

Page 112: ...Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions ...

Page 113: ...oes not start and the key appears to be undamaged try another ignition key At this time you may also want to check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 429 If the engine still does not start with the other key your vehicle needs service If your vehicle does start the first key may be faulty See your dealer who can service the PASS Key III to have a new key made In an emergency contact R...

Page 114: ... If you lose or damage your PASS Key III key see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to have a new key made Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Do not drive at any one constant speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles 805 km Do...

Page 115: ...ngine and release the switch The switch stays in the RUN position when the engine is running But even when the engine is not running you can use RUN to operate your electrical accessories and to display some warning and indicator lights The battery could be drained if you leave the key in the ACC or RUN position with the engine off You may not be able to start your vehicle if the battery is allowe...

Page 116: ...e vehicle moving could damage the transaxle Shift into PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped Manual Transaxle The shift lever should be in the neutral position and the parking brake engaged Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine Your vehicle will not start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down That is a safety feature Starting Procedure 1 With your foot off the accelerato...

Page 117: ...flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for up to a maximum of 15 seconds Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to allow the cranking motor to cool down When the engine starts let go of the key and accelerator If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing This clears the e...

Page 118: ...ne compartment near the radiator 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong exte...

Page 119: ...ove easily CAUTION It is 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 even when you are on fairly level...

Page 120: ... R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the 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 314 NEUTRAL N In this position your engine does not connect with the ...

Page 121: ...f Control on page 299 INTERMEDIATE I This position is also used for normal driving However it reduces 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 INTERMEDI...

Page 122: ...eturn to the normal shift patterns Towing or driving on long hills can cause the transaxle fluid temperature to be higher than normal If the transaxle fluid temperature will not cool you may need to pull over and check the transaxle fluid level You should also check the engine coolant temperature If it is hot see Engine Overheating on page 355 Parking Brake The parking brake lever is located to th...

Page 123: ...fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 322 1 Hold the brake pedal down ...

Page 124: ...and even catch fire You or others could be injured Do not leave your vehicle with the engine running If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you have moved the shift lever into PARK P hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without f...

Page 125: ...l to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever al...

Page 126: ...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 126 ...

Page 127: ... 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 128: ...ine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 310 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be i...

Page 129: ... more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar See OnStar System on page 133 for more information about the services OnStar provides Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar and Compass If your vehicle has this feature an automatic dimming mirror automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare at night from lights behind your vehicle For more information about OnStar ...

Page 130: ...e compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside of zone eight Under certain circumstances as during a long distance cross country trip it will also be necessary to adjust for compass variance To adjust for compass variance do the following 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 2 Press the on off button approximately seven seconds until the...

Page 131: ...vehicle in circles at 5 mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass If the vehicle has this feature the automatic di...

Page 132: ...direction Adjust each outside mirror so that you can see a little of your vehicle and the area behind your vehicle Outside Convex Mirrors The passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved creating a wider area of vision for the driver CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane...

Page 133: ...s 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 Owners 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 134: ...on 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 OnStar Virtual Advisor U S Only Available Services included with Directions Connections Plan All Safe and Sound Plan Services Drivi...

Page 135: ... Wheel Controls on page 280 for more information On some vehicles you may have to hold the button for a few seconds and give the command ONSTAR in order to activate the OnStar Hands Free Calling feature On some vehicles the mute button can be used to dial numbers into voicemail systems or to dial phone extensions See the OnStar Owner s Guide for more information How OnStar Service Works In order t...

Page 136: ...e in that place as well Your vehicle must have a working electrical system including adequate battery power for the OnStar equipment to operate There are other problems OnStar cannot control that may prevent OnStar from providing OnStar service to you at any particular time or place Some examples are damage to important parts of your vehicle in an accident hills tall buildings tunnels weather or w...

Page 137: ...lder on the floor of the center console To use the cupholders on the armrest pull the tray forward There are two cupholders located at the rear of the center console Pull downward on the lid to use the cupholders Center Console Storage Area Your vehicle may have a center console armrest with storage area Use the lever on the front of the console to open it Garment Hooks Your vehicle has a garment ...

Page 138: ...ion and of course damage your vehicle You may be able to carry something like this inside But never carry something longer or wider than the luggage carrier on top of your vehicle A luggage carrier allows you to load things on top of your vehicle The luggage carrier has side rails attached to the roof sliding crossrails if equipped and places to use for tying things down These let you load some th...

Page 139: ...les locking the crossrail into place Make sure lever is in the down position and that you are not able to slide the crossrail with your hand when properly in place To reposition the crossrail pull up on the end levers of the crossrail to the upright position This will release the pins from the holes in the siderail You will be able to move the crossrail into a new position 139 ...

Page 140: ...ading Your Vehicle on page 315 To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you are driving check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier crossrails are locked and cargo is still securely fastened When the luggage carrier is not in use lock one crossrail at the rear most position on the siderails and lock the other crossrail above the opening of the rear door to reduce wind noise Rear Compartment S...

Page 141: ...is in the upper cargo cover or center positions during a sudden vehicle movement or a crash those things could be thrown around in the vehicle You or others could be injured When it is in the upper or center position always secure any cargo on the floor beneath the panel cover To use the panel in the center position do the following 1 Insert the front corners of the panel into the middle guides 2 ...

Page 142: ...The panel may be installed either carpet or plastic side up The panel may also be used as a table in this position See Table on page 142 for more information Rear Seat Armrest Your vehicle may have a rear seat armrest that contains two cupholders To access the cupholders pull the armrest down from the rear seatback Table Your vehicle may have an adjustable panel cargo cover that also functions as ...

Page 143: ...l in the stored position while you are driving Notice Placing hot items on the surface of the table could damage it Always be sure that the items that are placed on the surface of the table are of moderate temperature There are four hooks located on the table that can be used for grocery bags Convenience Net Your vehicle may have a rear compartment net to prevent items from rolling under the rear ...

Page 144: ...f glass panel and sunshade press the switch rearward and release it To stop the sunroof before it is completely open press the switch rearward again The sunshade cannot be closed with the sunroof open To close the sunroof press forward and hold the switch until the sunroof stops lifts and seals at the back of the sunroof glass Press forward on the switch again to make sure the sunroof is fully clo...

Page 145: ... 162 Electric Power Management 162 Battery Run Down Protection 163 Accessory Power Outlet s 164 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 165 Climate Controls 165 Climate Control System 165 Outlet Adjustment 169 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 169 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 171 Instrument Panel Cluster 172 Speedometer and Odometer 173 Trip Odometer 173 Tachometer 173 Safety Belt Reminder Light 173...

Page 146: ...enter DIC 192 DIC Operation and Displays 193 DIC Warnings and Messages 198 DIC Vehicle Personalization 207 Audio System s 215 Setting the Time Without Date Display 216 Setting the Time With Date Display 217 Radio with CD Base 219 Radio with CD MP3 224 Radio with CD and DVD 235 Using an MP3 Radio with CD or Six Disc CD Player 253 Using an MP3 Radio with CD and DVD Player 260 XM Radio Messages 267 N...

Page 147: ... NOTES 147 ...

Page 148: ...Instrument Panel Overview 148 ...

Page 149: ...dow Wiper Washer on page 155 Fog Lamps Button See Fog Lamps on page 160 I Power Mirror Control See Outside Power Mirrors on page 132 J Instrument Panel Brightness Control See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 161 K Cruise Controls See Cruise Control on page 155 L Tilt Wheel See Tilt Wheel on page 151 M Horn See Horn on page 150 N Audio Steering Wheel Controls See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on...

Page 150: ...what position your key is in and even if the key is not in the ignition switch Press the button 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 b...

Page 151: ...teering wheel to a comfortable position and pull the lever up firmly to lock the column 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 152 23 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 152 Flash to Pass See Flash to Pass on page 1...

Page 152: ...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 won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows do not go on at all when you signal a turn check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 429 and for burned out bulbs Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change ...

Page 153: ...n to the windshield gently loosen or thaw them If the blades do become damaged install new blades or blade inserts See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 380 Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools down Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Use the lever on the right side of the steering column to operate the windshield wi...

Page 154: ...ill stop after one wipe and then return to the original position If more wipes are needed hold the lever on mist longer Windshield Washer CAUTION In freezing weather do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision There is a button marked with the windshield washer symbol at the end of the windshield wiper lever P...

Page 155: ...l stay on until the wiper button is pressed again The rear window washer uses the same fluid that is in the windshield washer reservoir See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 364 Cruise Control With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below 25 mph ...

Page 156: ...control is on and turns off when cruise control is off RES Resume Press this button to resume a set speed and to accelerate the speed SET Set Press this button to set a speed and to decrease the speed Cancel Press this button to cancel cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory Setting Cruise Control The cruise control light on the instrument panel cluster will come on after the crui...

Page 157: ...bout 25 mph 40 km h or more press the RES button on your steering wheel The vehicle will go back to the previous set speed and stay there Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Press and hold the RES button on the steering wheel until you reach your new desired speed then release it To increase vehicle speed in small amounts press the RES button Each...

Page 158: ...ain your vehicle s speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to limit the vehicle s speed Of course applying the brakes ends cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to end cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal Press the cancel button on the steering w...

Page 159: ...ll hear a warning chime Daytime Running Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional Daytime Running Lamps DRL are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL syst...

Page 160: ... See Headlamps on page 158 Your vehicle has a light sensor located on top of the instrument panel Make sure it is not covered or the headlamps will be on when you do not need them The system may also turn on the headlamps when driving through a parking garage or tunnel Fog Lamps If your vehicle has this feature use your fog lamps for better visibility in foggy or misty conditions The button for yo...

Page 161: ...p will come on when a door is opened See Entry Lighting on page 161 R On The lamp will stay on as long as the switch is in this position Entry Lighting If the dome lamp is in the AUTO position the dome lamp and the cargo lamp inside your vehicle will come on when any door is opened In addition the light will come on when the remote keyless entry unlock button is pressed It will stay on for 20 seco...

Page 162: ... that estimates the battery s temperature and state of charge It then adjusts the voltage for best performance and extended life of the battery When the battery s state of charge is low the voltage is raised slightly to quickly put the charge back in When the state of charge is high the voltage is lowered slightly to prevent overcharging If the vehicle has a voltmeter gage or voltage display on th...

Page 163: ...me accessories Normally 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 If so a Driver Information Center DIC message might be displayed such as Battery Saver Active or Service Battery Charging System If this message is displayed it is recommended that the driver reduce the electric...

Page 164: ...ain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlets and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the accessory power outlet Notice Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should The repairs would not be covered by your war...

Page 165: ...er or heating element or a fuse could be blown Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating Do not use equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 15 amperes Notice If you put papers pins or other flammable items in the ashtray hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage your vehicle Never put flammable items in the ashtray Climate Controls Climate ...

Page 166: ...ect the defrost and defog modes that are described in this section You can also select modes by using the following buttons Outside Air Press this button to turn the outside air mode on When this mode is on outside air will circulate throughout the vehicle When the button is pressed an indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that it is activated The outside air mode can be used ...

Page 167: ...nt mode 2 Select the outside air 3 Select air conditioning 4 Select the coolest temperature 5 Select the highest fan speed 6 Once the vehicle s interior temperature is below the outside temperature select recirculation mode for enhanced cooling Using these settings together for long periods of time may cause the air inside of the vehicle to become too dry To prevent this from happening after the a...

Page 168: ...ecirculation mode to dry the air however the recirculation light will stay on For best results clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting Turn the right knob to select the defog or defrost mode Defog This mode directs half of the air to the windshield and the side window outlets and half to the floor outlets 0 Defrost This mode directs most of the air to the windshield and the si...

Page 169: ...leaves from the air inlets at the base of the vehicle that may block the flow of air into your vehicle Do not use any non GM approved hood deflectors that could adversely affect the performance of the system Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively Passenger Compartment Air Filter The outside air is routed through a pass...

Page 170: ...the hood 3 Remove the push pins from the top and forward edge of the passenger s side air inlet panel 4 Remove the air inlet panel 5 Remove the filter from the filter housing by pressing the release tab at the inboard edge of the filter housing 6 Remove the filter from the vehicle 7 Install a new passenger compartment air filter For the type of filter to use see Normal Maintenance Replacement Part...

Page 171: ...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 172: ...ter is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going how much fuel you are using and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically United States version shown Canada similar 172 ...

Page 173: ...rip odometer is located in the Driver Information Center and shows how far your vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last reset For more information see DIC Operation and Displays on page 193 Tachometer The tachometer shows your engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Notice If you operate the engine with the tachometer in the solid red area your vehicle could be damaged The dama...

Page 174: ...safety belt is buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the airbag sensor the airbag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and ...

Page 175: ...the ignition key to RUN If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Your vehicle has the passenger sensing system Your instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator When the ignition key is turned to RUN or START the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF or the symbol for on an...

Page 176: ... restraints be secured in the rear seat even if the airbag is off If your vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint never put a child in a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat unless the passenger airbag status indicator shows off and the airbag is off Here is why CAUTION Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to tu...

Page 177: ...passenger s seat if the airbag is turned on If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 82 for more on this including important safety information If after several seconds all status indicator lights remain on or if there are no light...

Page 178: ...and climate control system Have your vehicle serviced right away The SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM message may also appear in the Driver Information Center See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 198 for more information Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part is not working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking t...

Page 179: ...problem The brake light will also come on to indicate a low brake fluid level See Brakes on page 365 for more information If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicl...

Page 180: ...mes on when you are driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while you are driving your vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light is not on you still have brakes but you do not have anti lock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on you do not hav...

Page 181: ...on page 292 for more information Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light The engine coolant temperature warning light will come on when the engine has overheated If this happens you should pull over and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 355 for more information Notice Driving with the engine coolant temperature warning light on could cause your vehicle to over...

Page 182: ...as soon as possible Tire Pressure Light This light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition to RUN This light will also come on when one or more of your tires are significantly underinflated A CHECK TIRE PRESSURE DIC message will accompany the light Stop and check your tires as soon as it is safe to do so If underinflated inflate to the proper pressure See Tires on page 382 for more informa...

Page 183: ...e technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Notice If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after awhile your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transaxle exhaust intake or fuel system...

Page 184: ...ce may be required If the Light is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle Reducing vehicle speed Avoiding hard accelerations Avoiding steep uphill grades If you are towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flas...

Page 185: ...ould turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 335 Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditio...

Page 186: ...own The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness your dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection Oil Pressure Light If you have a low engine oil pressure problem this light will stay on a...

Page 187: ...on as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil Change Engine Oil Light If this light comes on and stays on for 30 seconds it means that service is required for your vehicle After having the oil changed you ...

Page 188: ...ion on page 113 Fog Lamp Light The fog lamp light will 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 160 for more information Cruise Control Light This light comes on whenever you set the cruise control The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off See Cruise Control on page 155 for more information Reduced Engine Pow...

Page 189: ... be reduced until the next time you drive your vehicle If this light stays on see your dealer as soon as possible for diagnosis and repair Highbeam On Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 152 Service All Wheel Drive Light This light is located in the center of your instrument panel cluster This light and the SERVICE ALL WHEEL ...

Page 190: ... reset the light turn the ignition off and then back on again If the light stays on see your dealer right away See All Wheel Drive on page 374 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 198 for more information Gate Ajar Light If this light comes on your liftgate is not completely closed Driving with the liftgate open can cause carbon monoxide CO to enter the vehicle See Engine Exhaust on page 127 for ...

Page 191: ...re information Here are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with your fuel gage At the service station the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill...

Page 192: ... trip fuel and vehicle system information and warning messages if a system problem is detected The top of the DIC display shows the shift lever position indicator See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 119 for more information If your vehicle has this feature the DIC also displays the outside air temperature when viewing the trip and fuel information If there is a problem with the system that c...

Page 193: ... to personalize the feature settings on your vehicle See Vehicle Information Menu Items following and DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 207 for more information on these displays V Set Reset Press this button to set or reset certain functions and to turn off or acknowledge messages on the DIC Trip Fuel Menu Items 3 Trip Fuel Press this button to scroll through the following displays ODOMETER Pre...

Page 194: ...lay will return to zero AVG Average ECONOMY Press the trip fuel button until AVG ECONOMY displays This display shows the approximate average miles per gallon mpg or liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km This number is calculated based on the number of mpg L 100 km recorded since the last time this menu item was reset To reset this display press and hold the set reset button The display will return to...

Page 195: ...s When the remaining oil life is low the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display See CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 198 You should change your oil as soon as possible See Engine Oil on page 344 In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual See Sched...

Page 196: ... If the tire pressure display shows dashes instead of a value there may be a problem with your vehicle If this consistently occurs see your dealer for service BATTERY Press the vehicle information button until BATTERY displays This display shows the current battery voltage If the voltage is low the display will show LOW If the voltage is high the display will show HIGH Your vehicle s charging syst...

Page 197: ... vehicle information button until PRESS V TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY displays 3 Press the set reset button The message REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE will display 4 Press and hold the lock and unlock buttons on the first transmitter at the same time for about 15 seconds A chime will sound indicating that the transmitter is matched 5 To match additional transmitters at this time repeat Step 3 Each vehicle c...

Page 198: ... information about them ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF If your vehicle has the All Wheel Drive AWD system this message displays along with the All Wheel Drive Disabled light when the rear drive system is overheating This message turns off when the rear drive system cools down If the warning message stays on for a while you need to reset the warning message To reset the warning message turn the ignition off a...

Page 199: ...nd a chime sounds when the ignition is on the driver s safety belt is unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion You should buckle your safety belt If the driver remains unbuckled when the ignition is on and the vehicle is in motion the reminder will be repeated If the driver s safety belt is already buckled this message and chime will not come on This message is an additional reminder to the Safety B...

Page 200: ...ssure on page 390 The DIC display also shows the tire pressure values for the front and rear tires by pressing the vehicle information button See DIC Operation and Displays on page 193 If the tire pressure is low the low tire pressure warning light comes on See Tire Pressure Light on page 182 DRIVER DOOR OPEN This message displays when the driver s door is not closed properly When this message app...

Page 201: ...ting on page 355 for more information This message displays along with a continuous chime when the engine has overheated Stop and turn the engine off immediately to avoid severe engine damage See Engine Overheating on page 355 ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED This message displays when the vehicle s engine power is reduced Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle s ability to accelerate If this message ...

Page 202: ...LOW STOP ENGINE Notice If you drive your vehicle while the engine oil pressure is low severe engine damage may occur If a low oil pressure warning appears on the Driver Information Center DIC stop the vehicle as soon as possible Do not drive the vehicle until the cause of the low oil pressure is corrected See Engine Oil on page 344 for more information This message displays when the vehicle s engi...

Page 203: ...e All Wheel Drive AWD system this message displays along with the service all wheel drive light if a problem occurs with this system See Service All Wheel Drive Light on page 189 If this message appears stop as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display If the message is still displayed or appears again when you begin driving the AWD ...

Page 204: ...StabiliTrak System A warning light also appears on the instrument panel cluster See Traction Control System TCS Warning Light on page 181 See StabiliTrak System on page 292 for more information If this message turns on while you are driving pull off the road as soon as possible and stop carefully Try resetting the system by turning the ignition off and then back on If this message still stays on o...

Page 205: ... more information Have the TCS serviced by your dealer as soon as possible SERVICE VEHICLE SOON This message displays when a non emissions related malfunction occurs Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer as soon as possible STABILITRAK NOT READY This message may display and a warning light on the instrument panel cluster may be on after first driving the vehicle and exceeding 30 mph 48 km h for...

Page 206: ... ATTEMPTED This message displays if the content theft deterrent system has detected a break in attempt while you were away from your vehicle See Content Theft Deterrent on page 111 for more information TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE This message displays when the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM system is re learning the tire positions See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 391 The tire positions must be re lear...

Page 207: ...ee Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 151 This message displays and a chime sounds only when the ignition is in RUN The message will not disappear until the turn signal is manually turned off or a turn is completed DIC Vehicle Personalization Your vehicle has personalization capabilities that allow you to program certain features to one preferred setting All of the personalization options may...

Page 208: ...to change the language in which the DIC messages appear to English Press the vehicle information button until the PRESS V TO DISPLAY ENGLISH screen appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button to display all DIC messages in English DISPLAY LANGUAGE This feature allows you to select the language in which the DIC messages will appear Press the vehicle information button until DISPLAY LANGUA...

Page 209: ...se one of the available settings and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it AUTO UNLOCK This feature allows you to select whether or not to turn off the automatic door unlocking feature It also allows you to select which doors and when the doors will automatically unlock See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 105 for more information Press the vehicle infor...

Page 210: ...hrough the following settings OFF There will be no feedback when you press the lock button on the RKE transmitter LIGHTS ONLY The exterior lamps will flash when you press the lock button on the RKE transmitter HORN ONLY The horn will sound on the second press of the lock button on the RKE transmitter HORN LIGHTS default The exterior lamps will flash when you press the lock button on the RKE transm...

Page 211: ... button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it DELAY LOCK This feature allows you to select whether or not the locking of the vehicle s doors will be delayed The locking of the vehicle s doors is delayed for up to 10 seconds after a power door lock switch is pressed when a door is open or after the lock button on the RKE transmitter is pressed while a door is open The key must be out of the...

Page 212: ...utton to scroll through the following settings OFF The exterior lamps will not turn on 30 SECONDS default The exterior lamps will stay on for 30 seconds 1 MINUTE The exterior lamps will stay on for one minute 2 MINUTES The exterior lamps will stay on for two minutes NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain Choose one of the available settings and press the s...

Page 213: ... button to scroll through the following settings NORMAL default The chime volume will be set to a normal level LOUD The chime volume will be set to a loud level NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain Choose one of the available settings and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it REMOTE START If your vehicle has this featur...

Page 214: ...nalization features will not be set to their factory default settings Choose one of the available settings and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS This feature allows you to exit the feature settings menu Press the vehicle information button until FEATURE SETTINGS PRESS V TO EXIT appears in the DIC display Press the set reset button to exi...

Page 215: ...ing your favorite radio stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Then when driving conditions permit you can tune to your favorite stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them 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 an...

Page 216: ...dio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added Your vehicle 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 116 for more information Setting the Time Without Date Display If your vehicle ha...

Page 217: ...low these instructions 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press the clock button and the HR MIN MM DD YYYY hour minute month day and year will appear on the display 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 will increase by one Another way to increase the time or date is to press the right SEEK ...

Page 218: ... side of the radio to adjust the selected setting The date will 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 will time out after a few seconds and go 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 f...

Page 219: ...n f Tune Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK Press the right or left SEEK arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for a few seconds until you hear a beep The radio 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 s...

Page 220: ...rease the setting The display shows the current bass or treble level If a station s frequency is weak or if there is static decrease the treble 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 appears on the display Turn the tune knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the setting...

Page 221: ... 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 and DVDs on page 282 for more information If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal compute...

Page 222: ...laying the track The elapsed time of the track appears on the display RDM Random With random you can listen to CD tracks in random rather than sequential order To use random do the following 1 Press this button to play tracks from the CD you are listening to in random order The random icon appears on the display 2 Press this button again to turn off random play The random icon disappears from the ...

Page 223: ...about an hour and try again There may have been a problem while burning the CD R The label may be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Using ...

Page 224: ... Press this button to listen to the radio when a portable audio device is playing The portable audio device continues playing so you may want to stop it or power it off CD AUX CD Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD when 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 conne...

Page 225: ...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 is also equipped with Speed Compensated Volume SCV When SCV is on the radio volume automatic...

Page 226: ...atellite 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 may appear Continue pressing the information button to highlight the desired label or press the pushbutton positioned under any one of the labels and th...

Page 227: ...of the six pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenever that pushbutton is pressed and released the station that was set will return 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 men...

Page 228: ...han two seconds until you hear a beep EQ Equalization Press this button to select preset equalization settings To return to the manual mode press the EQ button until Manual appears on the display or start to manually adjust the bass 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 ...

Page 229: ... 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 display t...

Page 230: ...ulls 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 fol...

Page 231: ...ht in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen instead Notice If you add any 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 loa...

Page 232: ...play RDM Random With random 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 appears on the display To play the tracks from the single CD in random order press the pushbutton position...

Page 233: ...R or CD RW disc For more information on how to play an MP3 CD R or CD RW disc see Using an MP3 in the index CD Messages CHECK DISC If an error message appears on the display and or the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smoother the CD should pl...

Page 234: ...he radio s front auxiliary input jack When a device is connected press the radio CD AUX button to begin playing audio from the device over the vehicle speakers O Power Volume Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume of the portable player You may need to do additional volume adjustments from the portable device if the volume does not go loud or soft enough BA...

Page 235: ...from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Radio Data System RDS The audio system has a Radio Data System RDS The RDS feature is available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available While the radio is tuned to an...

Page 236: ...e system on and off Turn this knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the volume Speed Compensated Volume SCV The radio has Speed Compensated Volume SCV While SCV is on the radio volume automatically adjusts to compensate for road and wind noise as your speed changes while driving That way the volume level should sound about the same as you drive To activate SCV 1 Set the radio ...

Page 237: ...ow again to stop scanning The radio only seeks and scans stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band 4 Information XM Satellite 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 may appear Contin...

Page 238: ...g steps 1 Tune to the desired radio station 2 Press the FAV button to display the page where you want the station stored 3 Press and hold one of the six pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenever 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...

Page 239: ...ent types of music Your choices are pop rock country talk jazz and classical Selecting MANUAL or changing bass or treble returns the EQ to the manual bass and treble settings Unique EQ settings can be saved for each source If your radio is equipped with a Bose audio system your EQ settings are either MANUAL or TALK Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL FADE Balance Fade To adjust balance or fade...

Page 240: ...EEK buttons to go to the next or previous 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...

Page 241: ...ater in this section for further detail Playing a CD In Either the DVD or CD Slot Insert a CD partway into the slot label side up The player pulls it in and the CD should begin playing loading a disc into the system depending on media type and format ranges from 5 to 20 seconds for a CD and up to 30 seconds for a DVD to begin playing If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player i...

Page 242: ...r more information If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Notice If you add any label to a CD insert more than one CD into the slot at a time or attempt to play scratched or damaged CDs you could damage the CD player When using the CD player use only CDs in good condition without any label load one CD at a time and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liqui...

Page 243: ... to force the disc to eject f Tune Turn this knob to select tracks on the CD currently playing SEEK Press the left SEEK arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than five seconds have played If less than five seconds have played the previous track plays Press the right SEEK arrow to go to the next track If either SEEK arrow is held or pressed multiple times the player continues moving...

Page 244: ...is not connected No Aux Input Device appears on the display If a disc is in both the DVD slot and the CD slot the DVD CD AUX button cycles between the two sources and does not indicate No Aux Input Device If a front auxiliary device is connected the DVD CD AUX button cycles through all available options such as DVD slot CD slot Front AUX and Rear AUX if available See Using the Auxiliary Input Jack...

Page 245: ...ould be for one of the following reasons Optical Error If the disc was inserted upside down Disk Read Error If a disc was inserted with an invalid or unknown format Player Error If there are disc LOAD or disc EJECT problems It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smoother the CD should play The CD is dirty ...

Page 246: ...Playing a DVD DVD CD AUX Auxiliary Press this button to cycle through DVD CD or Auxiliary when listening to the radio The DVD CD text label and a message showing track or chapter number appears on the display when a disc is in either slot Press this button again and the system automatically searches for an auxiliary input device such as a portable audio player If a portable audio player is not con...

Page 247: ...ng the Time Without Date Display on page 216 or Setting the Time With Date Display on page 217 for setting the clock and date SEEK Previous Track Chapter Press this button to return to the start of the current track or chapter Press this button again to go to the previous track or chapter This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews SEEK Next Track Cha...

Page 248: ...269 for more information The Video Screen automatically turns on when the DVD V is inserted into the DVD slot r j Play Pause Press either the play or pause icon displayed on the radio system to toggle between pausing or restarting playback of a DVD If the forward arrow is showing on display the system is in pause mode If the pause icon is showing on display the system is in playback mode If the DV...

Page 249: ...ion during DVD playback See the tag options listed below for more information The rear seat operator navigates the DVD A menus and controls through the remote control See Remote Control under Rear Seat Entertainment System on page 269 for more information The Video Screen does not automatically power on when the DVD A is inserted into the DVD slot It must be manually turned on by the rear seat occ...

Page 250: ...he remote control Loading a disc into the system depending on media type and format ranges from 5 to 20 seconds for a CD and up to 30 seconds for a DVD Stopping and Resuming Playback To stop playing a DVD without turning off the system press the stop button on the remote control or press the pushbutton located under the stop or the play pause symbol tags displayed on the radio If the radio head is...

Page 251: ... be completed unknown format etc and the disc fails to eject press and hold the DVD Eject button more than 5 seconds to force the disc to eject DVD Radio Error Messages Player Error This message is displayed when there are disc load or eject problems Disc Format Error This message appears on the display if the disc is inserted with the disc label wrong side up or if the disc is damaged Disc Region...

Page 252: ...player connect a 3 5 mm 1 8 inch cable to the radio s front auxiliary input jack When a device is connected the radio automatically begins playing audio from the device over the vehicle speakers To listen to a device through the rear auxiliary input over the speakers cycle the DVD CD Aux button on the radio faceplate until Rear Aux Input displays on the radio The RSA or DVD Screen must be on in or...

Page 253: ...d Rear AUX if available See Using the Auxiliary Input Jack s later in this section or Rear Seat Entertainment System on page 269 Audio Video A V Jacks for more information Using an MP3 Radio with CD or Six Disc CD Player MP3 WMA CD R or CD RW Disc The radio plays MP3 and WMA files that were recorded on a CD R or CD RW disc The files can be recorded with the following fixed bit rates 32 kbps 40 kbp...

Page 254: ...inimize the length of the file folder or playlist names Long file folder or playlist names or a combination of a large number of files and folders or playlists may cause the player to be unable to play up to the maximum number of files folders playlists or sessions If you wish to play a large number of files folders playlists or sessions minimize the length of the file folder or playlist name Long...

Page 255: ...aying the name of the folder the radio displays ROOT When the CD R contains only playlists and compressed audio files but no folders all files are located under the root folder The folder down and the folder up buttons search playlists Px first and then go to the root folder When the radio displays the name of the folder the radio displays ROOT Order of Play Tracks recorded to the CD R are played ...

Page 256: ...egin playing If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD R in the player it stays in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD R starts to play where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source As each new track starts to play the track number and song title appears on the display The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch 8 cm single CD Rs with an adapter ring Full siz...

Page 257: ...CD R can be removed If the CD R is not removed after several seconds the CD R automatically pulls back into the player and begins playing For the Six Disc CD player press and hold the eject button for two seconds to eject all discs f Tune Turn this knob to select MP3 files on the CD R currently playing SEEK Press the left SEEK arrow to go to the start of the current MP3 file if more than ten secon...

Page 258: ...ic 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 may take several minutes to scan the disc depending on the number of MP3 files recorded to the CD R The radio may begin playing while it is scanning ...

Page 259: ...e CD R and begin playing MP3 files from that album To exit music navigator mode press the pushbutton below the Back label to return to normal MP3 playback BAND Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing The CD remains safely inside the radio for future listening CD AUX CD Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio The CD icon and a message showing disc ...

Page 260: ...sure the MP3 files are recorded on a CD R or CD RW disc Do not mix standard audio and MP3 files on one disc The CD player lower slot is able to read and play a maximum combination of 512 files and folders The DVD player upper slot is able to read 255 folders 15 playlists and 40 sessions Create a folder structure that makes it easy to find songs while driving Organize songs by albums using one fold...

Page 261: ...essed prior to any root directory folders However playlists Px are always accessed before root folders or files Empty 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...

Page 262: ...tension such as mp3 as the track name Track names longer than 32 characters or four pages are shortened Parts of words on the last page of text and the extension of the filename does not display Preprogrammed Playlists Preprogrammed playlists that were created using WinAmp MusicMatch or Real Jukebox software can be accessed however they cannot be edited using the radio These playlists are treated ...

Page 263: ...f 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 does not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs and DVDs on page 282 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 atte...

Page 264: ... If loading and reading of a CD cannot be completed such as unknown format etc and the disc fails to eject press and hold the DVD eject button for more than five seconds to force the disc to eject f Tune Turn this knob to select MP3 files on the CD R currently playing SEEK Press the left SEEK arrow to go to the start of the current MP3 file if more than five seconds have played If less than five s...

Page 265: ...c 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 To cancel music navigator while the player is scanning press the pushbutton located below the music navigator label or eject the disc The radio may begin playing while it is scanning the disc in ...

Page 266: ... through DVD CD or Auxiliary when listening to the radio The DVD CD text label and a message showing track or chapter number appears on display when a disc is in either slot Press this button again and the system automatically searches for an auxiliary input device such as a portable audio player If a portable audio player is not connected No Aux Input Device appears on the display If a disc is in...

Page 267: ...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 268: ...e For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message appears after having your vehicle serviced check with your dealer XM Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio eight digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate the service Unknown Radio ID not known should only be if hardware failure If this...

Page 269: ...ncludes a radio with a DVD player a video display screen audio video jacks two wireless headphones and a remote control See Radio with CD and DVD on page 235 for more information on the vehicle s audio DVD system Before You Drive The RSE is designed for rear seat passengers only The driver cannot safely view the video screen while driving and should not try to do so In severe or extreme weather co...

Page 270: ...ental Control was turned on The padlock icon will disappear from the radio display Parental Control can also be turned off by inserting or ejecting any disc an ignition cycle or pressing the play icon on the radio DVD display menu Headphones The RSE includes two sets of wireless headphones that are only dedicated to this system These headphones are used to listen to the DVD radio or an auxiliary d...

Page 271: ...oam ear pads do become damaged or worn out the pads can be replaced separately from the headphone set It is not necessary to replace the complete headphone set The headphone replacement foam ear pads can be ordered in pairs See your dealer for more information Battery Replacement To change the batteries do the following 1 Turn the screw with a coin or screw driver to loosen then slide open the bat...

Page 272: ...is for the video input The white jack B is for the left audio input The red jack is C for the right audio input Power for auxiliary devices is not supplied by the radio system To use the auxiliary inputs of the RSE system connect an external auxiliary device to the color coded A V jacks and turn both the auxiliary device and the video screen power on If the video screen is in the DVD player mode p...

Page 273: ...hrough the following possible sources Wireless Headphones Vehicle Speakers Vehicle wired headphone jacks on the rear seat audio system if your vehicle has this feature The RSE system will always transmit the audio signal to the wireless headphones if there is audio available See Headphones earlier in this section for more information When a device is connected to the radio s auxiliary input jack i...

Page 274: ... the Video Screen later in this section for more information Remote Control To use the remote control aim it at the transmitter window at the rear of the RSE overhead console and press the desired button Direct sunlight or very bright light may affect the ability of the RSE transmitter to receive signals from the remote control If the remote control does not seem to be working the batteries may ne...

Page 275: ... different on every DVD Use the up down left and right arrow buttons to move the cursor around the DVD menu After making a selection press the enter button This button only operates when using a DVD n q p o Menu Navigation Arrows Use the arrow buttons to navigate through a menu r Enter Press this button to select the choice that is highlighted in any menu z Display Menu Press this button to adjust...

Page 276: ...r chapter This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews u Next Track Chapter Press this button to go to the beginning of the next chapter or track This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews r Fast Reverse Press this button to fast reverse the DVD or CD To stop fast reversing a DVD video press the play butt...

Page 277: ...track number selection Clear Press this button within three seconds after inputting a numeric selection to clear all numeric inputs 10 Double Digit Entries Press this button to select chapter or track numbers greater than 9 Press this button before inputting the number Battery Replacement To change the remote control batteries do the following 1 Remove the battery compartment door located on the b...

Page 278: ...mes at the beginning If the stop button was pressed one time the DVD player will resume playing where the DVD was stopped If the stop button was pressed two times the DVD player will begin to play from the beginning of the DVD Problem Recommended Action The auxiliary source is running but there is no picture or sound Check that the RSE video screen is in the auxiliary source mode Check the auxilia...

Page 279: ... turn off the DVD player when operating one of these devices in or near the vehicle Excludes the OnStar System Cleaning the RSE Overhead Console When cleaning the RSE overhead console surface use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water Cleaning the Video Screen When cleaning the video screen use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water Use care when directly touching or cleaning the scree...

Page 280: ...on Press and release this button to silence the system Press and release this button again to turn the sound on If your vehicle has the navigation system press and hold this button for longer than one second to initiate voice recognition See Voice Recognition in the Navigation System manual for more information If your vehicle has OnStar press and hold this button for longer than one second to int...

Page 281: ...ing under heavy foliage bridges garages or tunnels may cause loss of the XM signal for a period of time The radio screen may display NO XM SIGNAL to indicate interference AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other For better radio reception most AM radio stations will boost the power level...

Page 282: ...sping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of the CD and DVD Player The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Multi Band Antenna The multi band antenna is located on the roof of your vehicle This type of antenna is used with an AM FM radio and if your vehicle ...

Page 283: ...oad Recovery 297 Passing 297 Loss of Control 299 Driving at Night 300 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 302 City Driving 305 Freeway Driving 306 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 307 Highway Hypnosis 308 Hill and Mountain Roads 308 Winter Driving 310 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 314 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 315 Loading Your Vehicle 315 Towing 320 Towing Your Vehicle 320 Re...

Page 284: ... 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 285: ...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 286: ... 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 287: ...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 288: ...ide 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 fru...

Page 289: ... the engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Adding non GM accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 333 Anti Lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle has the Anti Lock Brake System ABS an advanced ele...

Page 290: ...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 291: ...mergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Traction Control System TCS Your vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or more of the wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system works the brakes and reduces engine power...

Page 292: ...hicle should be serviced by a dealer Adding non GM accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 333 for more information StabiliTrak System Your vehicle has this feature The StabiliTrak system is an advanced computer controlled system that helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions This is accomplished...

Page 293: ...the SERVICE STABILITRAK message are on the system is not operational Adjust your driving accordingly All Wheel Drive AWD System If your vehicle has all wheel drive AWD the AWD system operates automatically without any action required by the driver If the front drive wheels begin to slip the rear wheels will automatically begin to drive the vehicle as required Torque is also applied to the rear whe...

Page 294: ...o operate until you are able to stop your vehicle If you lose power steering assist because the electric power steering system is not functioning you can steer but it will take more effort If you turn the steering wheel in either direction several times until it stops or hold the steering wheel in the stopped position for an extended amount of time you may notice a reduced amount of power steering...

Page 295: ... systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control See Traction Control System TCS on page 291 Traction Control System TCS and StabiliTrak System on page 292 What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the brake or accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want i...

Page 296: ...hese First apply your brakes See Braking on page 288 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180 degrees ve...

Page 297: ... edge Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another 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 oc...

Page 298: ...ance to pass is coming up start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and do not get too close Time your move so you 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 d...

Page 299: ...anger Skidding 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 ...

Page 300: ... slide You may not realize the surface 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 Remember Any Anti Lock Brake System ABS helps avoid only the braking skid Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some driv...

Page 301: ...hen you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who does not lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep the windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty gla...

Page 302: ...hen your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It is wise to keep your windshield wiper and washer system in good shape and keep your windshield washer fluid ...

Page 303: ...dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning does not happen often But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water i...

Page 304: ...low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your low beam headlamps not just your parking lamps to help make y...

Page 305: ...ity map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 306 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Page 306: ...amp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slo...

Page 307: ...s your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it is ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you will find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full ...

Page 308: ...ere are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercise or both For safety treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency Hill and Mountain Roads D...

Page 309: ...own hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide o...

Page 310: ...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 311: ... ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road But you can turn the traction system off if you ever need to You should turn the traction system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 314 Even though your vehicle has a traction system you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions Un...

Page 312: ...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 stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here ...

Page 313: ...e 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 your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push th...

Page 314: ...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 315: ...motion that may free your vehicle If that does not get your vehicle out after a few tries it may need to be towed out If your vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 320 Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry the Tire and Loading Information label and th...

Page 316: ...ment tires C and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures D For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 382 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 390 There is also important loading information on the Certification Tire label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axles See Certification Tire Label later i...

Page 317: ...gage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity for your vehicle If your vehicle can tow a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 322 for important information on towing a trailer towing safety rules and trai...

Page 318: ...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 maximum vehicle capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s maximum vehicle c...

Page 319: ... front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross ...

Page 320: ...the vehicle secure it whenever you can Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance Program on page 462 If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motorhome see Recreational Vehicle Towin...

Page 321: ... to be towed Just as you would prepare your vehicle for a long trip you ll want to make sure your vehicle is prepared to be towed See Before Leaving on a Long Trip on page 307 Dinghy Towing Notice Towing an all wheel drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground or even with only two of its wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components Do not tow an all wheel drive vehicle if any of it...

Page 322: ...f you have an all wheel drive vehicle it cannot be towed with any of its wheels on the ground It can be towed with car carrier equipment Towing a Trailer CAUTION If you do not use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured...

Page 323: ...r 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 can be state or provincial police Consider using a sway control See Hitches later in this section Do not tow a trailer at all during the...

Page 324: ...racted from the maximum trailer weight You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at our Customer Assistance Offices See Customer Assistance Offices on page 460 for more information Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle The Gross Vehicle W...

Page 325: ...e separately to see if the weights are proper If they are not you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires Be sure your vehicle s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires You will find these numbers on the Certification Tire Label at the rear edge of the driver s door or see Loading Your Vehicle on page 315 The...

Page 326: ...o Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety...

Page 327: ...it only recirculates the air inside your vehicle See Climate Control System on page 165 Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you will want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and ...

Page 328: ... hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns Notice Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When you are turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer will not strike soft shoulders cu...

Page 329: ...450 kg drive in INTERMEDIATE I instead of DRIVE D or as you need to a lower gear This will minimize heat build up and extend the life of your transaxle Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have ...

Page 330: ...intenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you are pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid engine oil belts cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you are trailering it is ...

Page 331: ...7 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 349 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 352 Engine Coolant 352 Engine Overheating 355 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 357 Cooling System 358 Windshield Washer Fluid 364 Brakes 365 Battery 368 Jump Starting 368 All Wheel Drive 374 Bulb Replacement 375 Halogen Bulbs 376 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 376 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back...

Page 332: ...rument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 421 Care of Safety Belts 421 Weatherstrips 421 Washing Your Vehicle 422 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 422 Finish Care 422 Windshield and Wiper Blades 423 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 424 Tires 425 Sheet Metal Damage 425 Finish Damage 425 Underbody Maintenance 425 Chemical Paint Spotting 426 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 426 Vehicle Identificat...

Page 333: ...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 334: ...attempt any vehicle maintenance task CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 to do some of your own service work you will want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to serv...

Page 335: ...r unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher If the octane rating is less than 87 you may notice an audible knocking noise when you drive commonly referred to as spark knock If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible If you are using gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking your engine needs service Gasoline Specificat...

Page 336: ...l system to work properly In most cases you should not have to add anything to your fuel However some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additive required to meet U S Environmental Protection Agency regulations To help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean or if your vehicle experiences problems due to dirty injectors or valves look for gasoline that is advertised as TOP TIER Deter...

Page 337: ...find Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by your warranty To check the fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you will be driving Filling the Tank CAUTION Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad i...

Page 338: ... more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the nozzle Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Washing Your Vehicle on page 422 When replacing the fuel cap turn it clock...

Page 339: ...amp on page 183 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others Dispense gasoline only into approved containers Do not fill a container while it is inside a veh...

Page 340: ... burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood do the following 1 Pull the handle with this symbol on it It is located inside the vehicle to the left o...

Page 341: ... from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer Then just let the hood down and close it firmly 341 ...

Page 342: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood you will see the following 342 ...

Page 343: ... See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 344 D Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 365 E Engine Compartment Fuse Block See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 429 F Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 368 G Engine Coolant Surge Tank See Engine Coolant on page 352 H Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 364 343 ...

Page 344: ...al minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you do not do this the oil dipstick might not show the actual level 2 Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is below the cross hatched area at the tip of the dipstick you will need to add at least one quart...

Page 345: ...perating range the engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 342 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range in the cross hatched area Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are through SAE 5W 30 may not appear on all caps 345 ...

Page 346: ...an SAE 0W 30 oil Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for the engine at extremely low temperatures 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 Pet...

Page 347: ...ary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A change engine oil light and a CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will come on Change your oil as soon as possible within the next 600 miles 1 000 km It is possible that if yo...

Page 348: ...vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containing used engine oil See th...

Page 349: ...h 50 000 mile 83 000 km interval See Scheduled Maintenance on page 439 for more information If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains caked with dirt a new ...

Page 350: ...3 Disconnect the crank case ventilation tube 4 Loosen the screws on the clamps holding the air outlet duct in place Do not pry the clamps off 5 Remove the air outlet duct 350 ...

Page 351: ... in place 10 Reconnect the crank case ventilation tube 11 Reconnect the air flow sensor electrical connector CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off and be careful w...

Page 352: ...designed to remain in your vehicle for five years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating on page 355 A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protectio...

Page 353: ...ur engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant...

Page 354: ...re 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 When your engine is warm the level should be at the COLD FILL line or a little highe...

Page 355: ...e 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 Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle s instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 182 There are several different types of engine overheating messages that may be displayed in the Driver Information C...

Page 356: ...Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 357 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 357 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency...

Page 357: ...ehicle until it cools down Also see Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode later in this section You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode This emergency operating mode lets your vehicle be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation If an overheated engine condition exists an overheat protection mode which alternat...

Page 358: ... not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface The coolant level should be at the COLD FILL line If it is not you may have a leak at the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere el...

Page 359: ...ating both fans should be running If they are not your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 357 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL may cause premature engine heater core or radiato...

Page 360: ...inkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap whe...

Page 361: ... you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant...

Page 362: ...onger hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one quarter of a turn If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop This will allow any pressure still left to be vented out the discharge hose 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture to the COLD FILL line 362 ...

Page 363: ...of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the COLD FILL line 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight 6 After driving the vehicle check the level in the surge tank again when the cooling system has cooled down If the coolant is not at the proper level repeat Steps 1 through 3 and reinstall the pressure cap If the coolant ...

Page 364: ...view on page 342 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...

Page 365: ...r later your brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If your vehicle has t...

Page 366: ...ts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in the brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Wa...

Page 367: ...urn to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you apply the brakes with or without the vehicle moving your brakes adjust for wear Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking...

Page 368: ...vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you are not careful See Jump Starting on page 368 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt You must close all doors and the liftgate before reconnecting the ba...

Page 369: ...les 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 vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you do not want You would not be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the...

Page 370: ...and a remote negative jump starting terminal for that purpose The remote positive terminal is located under the engine compartment fuse block cover and is marked with a plus symbol on the cover To access the terminal remove the fuse block cover The remote negative terminal is located in the front of the engine compartment near the engine oil dipstick See Engine Compartment Overview on page 342 for...

Page 371: ... 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 be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positi...

Page 372: ...egative cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less Your vehicle has a remote negative terminal for this purpose 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Press the unlock button on the remote keyl...

Page 373: ...rom 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 with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the fuse block cover to its original position Jumper Cable Remov...

Page 374: ...ten to check the lubricant See Scheduled Maintenance on page 439 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole located on the transfer case What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule ...

Page 375: ...ow the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole A fluid loss could indicate a problem check and have it repaired if needed What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 448 Bulb Replacement For the proper type...

Page 376: ...Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps To replace one of these bulbs do the following 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 340 for more information 2 Remove the fastener plugs from the top of the radiator cover front grill 3 Gently pull the radiator cover front grill toward you and pull the front grill trim bar away from the headlamp lens The front grill bar is attached to the headlamp lens ...

Page 377: ...adlamp assembly attachment screws 5 Pull the radiator cover front grill toward you and pull the headlamp assembly up and out from the vehicle A Parking Lamp B Sidemarker Lamp C Low High Beam Headlamp D Turn Signal Lamp 377 ...

Page 378: ...ulb into the socket and reinstall the socket into the headlamp assembly by turning it clockwise For the low beam or high beam bulb install the new bulb being sure to align the notches in the bulb with the notches in the headlamp assembly 8 Place the retaining ring over the bulb socket and turn it clockwise to tighten it and secure the bulb socket 9 Connect the electrical connector 10 Reverse Steps...

Page 379: ... assembly outward to clear the stud see arrow and then rearward and away from the body of the vehicle 4 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to disconnect it from the taillamp assembly 5 Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket 6 Push the new bulb into the bulb socket 7 Insert the bulb socket into the taillamp housing and turn it clockwise to secure 8 Reverse Steps 2 and 3 to reinstall the taillamp a...

Page 380: ...mp Bulb Number Back Up Lamp 921 Front Parking Lamp 194 N A Front Sidemarker Lamp 168 Front Turn Signal Lamp 1156 N A License Plate Lamp 9421330 Low High Beam Lamp 9007 Rear Sidemarker Lamp W5W Rear Turn Signal Lamp Taillamp 1157 Stoplamp Taillamp 1157 For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or...

Page 381: ...nto place 5 Push the release clip from Step 3 down to secure the wiper blade into place Rear Window Wiper Blade Replacement To replace the rear window wiper blade do the following 1 Make sure that the rear wiper is off 2 Pull the wiper away from the rear window 3 Pull up the release clip located at the connecting point of the blade and the arm Then pull the blade assembly down toward the glass to ...

Page 382: ... an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 315 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 vehicle s tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 390 Overinflat...

Page 383: ...ee the Tire Size illustration later in this section for more detail B TPC 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 C DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code ind...

Page 384: ...to grade tires based on three performance factors treadwear traction and temperature resistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 400 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 385: ...imum pressure needed to support that load E Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be inflated to 60 psi 420 kPa For more information on tire pressure and inflation see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 390 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 characte...

Page 386: ...size aspect ratio is 60 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 60 percent as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diam...

Page 387: ...es are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascals kPa before a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 390 Curb Weight This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capac...

Page 388: ...ting for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight The sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Normal Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg See Loading Your Vehicle on page 315 Occupant Distribution Designated seating positions Outward...

Page 389: ...t show across the tread of a tire when only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 397 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures The ratings are molded into the sidewal...

Page 390: ...bel shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry and an example of the Tire and Loading...

Page 391: ...l stem in the center of the tire valve Re check the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Pressure Monitor System Your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS This system uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels TPMS sensors are mounted onto each tire and whe...

Page 392: ...lumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence w...

Page 393: ...n Label attached to your vehicle shows the size of your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressure for your vehicle s tires when they are cold See Loading Your Vehicle on page 315 for an example of the Tire and Loading Information Label and its location on your vehicle Also see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 390 Your vehicle s TPMS system can warn you about a low tire p...

Page 394: ...re s pressure do not exceed the maximum inflation pressure indicated on the tire s sidewall You will have two minutes to match each tire and wheel position If it takes longer than two minutes to match any tire and wheel position the matching process stops and you will need to start over The TPMS matching process is outlined below 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition switch to RUN with the e...

Page 395: ...tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the tire and loading information label 12 Put the valve caps back on the valve stems Federal Communications Commission FCC and Industry and Science Canada The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS operates on a radio frequency and complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not...

Page 396: ...pose 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 439 for scheduled rotation intervals When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here Do not include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflat...

Page 397: ...per or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 404 When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining Some commercial truck tires may not have treadwear indicators You need a new tire if any of the ...

Page 398: ...hat 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 that impact the overall performance of your vehicle including brake system performance ride and handling traction control and tire pressure monitoring performance GM s TPC Spec number is molded onto the tire s sidewal...

Page 399: ...ly tires on your vehicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle If you must replace your vehicle s tires with those that do not have a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type radial and bias belted t...

Page 400: ... for your vehicle and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician See Buying New Tires on page 398 and Accessories and Modifications on page 333 for additional information Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following info...

Page 401: ...es of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and i...

Page 402: ...ould be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wh...

Page 403: ...Chains CAUTION Do not use tire chains There is not enough clearance Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommend...

Page 404: ...ccelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training The jack provided with your vehicle is designed only fo...

Page 405: ...ngine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle To be even more certain the vehicle will not move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side at the opposite end of the vehicle When your vehicle has a flat tire use the following example as a guide to...

Page 406: ...on To access the spare tire and tools do the following 1 Lift the load floor up and pull it out of the vehicle and set it aside 2 Remove the nut retaining the spare tire 3 Remove the compact spare tire See Compact Spare Tire on page 416 for more information 4 Locate the jack and wheel wrench which are located on the driver s side of the rear cargo area behind an access door Pull out the access doo...

Page 407: ...ire You must take off the wheel cover or center cap if the vehicle has one to reach the wheel bolts 1 Loosen all five plastic caps by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise Do not try to remove plastic caps from the cover or center cap 2 Pull the cover or center cap away from the wheel 3 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Do not remove them yet 4 Attach the wheel wrench to the ja...

Page 408: ...age your vehicle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty 6 Find the arrow on the plastic lower body panel Position the jack head under the metal jacking flange and not the plastic lower body panel With the jack head positioned correctly on the metal jacking flange it should look like this from underneath 408 ...

Page 409: ...e slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 409 ...

Page 410: ...signed only for changing a flat tire If it is used for anything else you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack Use the jack provided with your vehicle only for changing a flat tire 8 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the road tire to clear the ground 410 ...

Page 411: ... change a wheel CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 11 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 12 Place the compact spare tire...

Page 412: ...ounterclockwise CAUTION Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification S...

Page 413: ...from under the vehicle 17 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly with the wheel wrench When reinstalling the wheel cover or center cap on the full size tire tighten all five plastic caps hand snug with the aid of the wheel wrench and tighten them with the wheel wrench an additional one quarter of a turn Notice Wheel covers will not fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact sp...

Page 414: ...ould strike someone Store all these in the proper place To store the flat or spare tire and tools do the following 1 Place the wheel wrench into the bag 2 Use the hook and loop fastener straps to secure the bag to the fully collapsed jack 3 Install the jack in the left side panel of cargo area and secure with the wing bolt 4 Remove the wheel stow rod from the left side of the floor compartment 414...

Page 415: ...ad floor over the wheel stow rod through the hole in the floor 7 Place the flat or damaged tire face down on the load floor with the threaded wheel stow rod sticking up through the center hole of the wheel 8 Install the nut onto the wheel stow rod and tighten 9 Install the rear compartment storage panel cover in the middle position See Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover on page 140 for more info...

Page 416: ...se it is best to replace the spare with a full size tire as soon as possible The spare tire will last longer and be in good shape in case it is needed again Notice When the compact spare is installed do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Do not us...

Page 417: ...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 418: ...ing Damage to your vehicle s interior may result from the use of many organic solvents such as naptha alcohol etc Fabric Carpet Cleaning Fabric Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic and painted surfaces with a clean damp cloth Your dealer has cleaners for the cleaning of fabric and carpet They will clean normal spots and stains very well If ...

Page 419: ...h another dry clean soft white cloth Using Cleaner on Fabric 1 First try the cleaner in an inconspicuous area to make sure the cleaner does not affect the color of the fabric 2 For liquids blot the stain with a clean soft white cloth For solids remove as much as possible and then vacuum or brush 3 Spray a small amount of the cleaner onto a clean soft white cloth Do not apply spray directly to the ...

Page 420: ... If a stain remains follow the cleaner instructions described earlier Leather A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust If a more thorough cleaning is necessary a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used Allow the leather to dry naturally Do not use heat to dry Never use steam to clean leather Never use spot lifters or spot removers on leather Many commercial lea...

Page 421: ...can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Some commercial products may increase gloss on your instrument panel The increase in gloss may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may ...

Page 422: ... not allowed to dry on the surface or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your ...

Page 423: ... and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years To help keep the paint finish looking new keep the vehicle in a garage or covered whenever possible Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshie...

Page 424: ... or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Notice Using chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Use chrome polish on chrome wheels only Use chrome polish only on chrome plated wheels but avoid any painted surface of the wheel and buff off immediately after ...

Page 425: ...in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials available from your dealer Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbo...

Page 426: ...thin 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first Vehicle Care Appearance Materials Description Usage Polishing Cloth Wax Treated Interior and exterior polishing cloth Tar and Road Oil Remover Removes tar road oil and asphalt Chrome Cleaner and Polish Use on chrome or stainless steel White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls Vinyl Cleaner Cl...

Page 427: ...ot Lifter Quickly removes spots and stains from carpets vinyl and cloth upholstery Odor Eliminator Odorless spray odor eliminator used on fabrics vinyl leather and carpet Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is the legal identifier for your vehicle It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the ...

Page 428: ...equipment Do not remove this label from the vehicle Electrical System Add On Electrical Equipment Notice Do not add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage would not be covered by your warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Add on equipment c...

Page 429: ...its by fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of circuit overload and fire caused by electrical problems Your vehicle has an underhood fuse block and an instrument panel fuse block To identify and check fuses circuit breakers and relays refer to the Fuse Usage Chart on the inside surface of the fuse panel door Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is locat...

Page 430: ...Locks Fuses Usage 9 Automatic Occupant Sensing Module 10 Power Mirrors 11 Passenger s Side Turn Signal 12 Amplifier 13 Steering Wheel Illumination SPARE Spare SPARE Spare SPARE Spare SPARE Spare SPARE Spare 14 Infotainment 15 Climate Control System Remote Function Actuator 16 Canister Vent 17 Radio 18 Cluster 19 Ignition Switch 430 ...

Page 431: ...Relay REAR DEFOG RLY Rear Defogger Relay Circuit Breakers Usage PWR WNDW Power Windows PWR SEATS Power Seats EMPTY Empty Misc Usage PLR Fuse Puller Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver s side of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview on page 342 for more information on location 431 ...

Page 432: ...ark Lamp 15 Starter 16 Electronic Throttle Control Engine Control Module 17 Emission Device 1 Fuses Usage 18 Even Coils Injectors 19 Odd Coils Injectors 20 Emission Device 2 21 Spare 22 Powertrain Control Module Ignition 23 Transmission 24 Mass Airflow Sensor 25 Airbag Display 26 Spare 27 Stoplamp 28 Passenger s Side Low Beam 29 Driver s Side High Beam 30 Battery Main 3 32 Spare 33 Engine Control ...

Page 433: ...r Washer 48 Rear Defogger 49 Anti lock Brake System Motor 50 Battery Main 2 52 Daytime Running Lamps 53 Fog Lamps Fuses Usage 54 Climate Control System Blower 57 Battery Main 1 63 Megafuse Relays Usage 31 Ignition Main 46 Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch 47 Powertrain 51 Spare 55 Crank 56 Fan 1 58 Passenger s Side Trailer Stoplamp Turn Signal 59 Driver s Side Trailer Stoplamp Turn Signal 60 Fan ...

Page 434: ...nt caution label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 10 5 qt 9 9 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 0 qt 3 8 L Fuel Tank Front Wheel Drive 20 5 gal 77 6 L All Wheel Drive 16 6 gal 62 8 L Transaxle Fluid 4 1 qt 3 9 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Rechec...

Page 435: ...uled Maintenance 439 Additional Required Services 442 Maintenance Footnotes 443 Owner Checks and Services 444 At Each Fuel Fill 445 At Least Once a Month 445 At Least Once a Year 446 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 448 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 449 Engine Drive Belt Routing 450 Maintenance Record 451 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 435 ...

Page 436: ...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 436 ...

Page 437: ... 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 438: ...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 439: ...airs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle We recommend the use of genuine GM parts Scheduled Maintenance When the change engine oil light and or CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on it means that service is required for your vehicle 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 best conditions the ...

Page 440: ...the following for Maintenance 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 light message comes on within 10 months since the vehicle was purchased ...

Page 441: ...ire Inspection and Rotation on page 396 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 445 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling system See fo...

Page 442: ...m for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 349 Change automatic transaxle fluid severe service See footnote h Change automatic transaxle fluid normal service Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every five years whichever...

Page 443: ...s for wear or cracking Replace wiper blades that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield e Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repair...

Page 444: ...s as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear k A fluid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired and the fluid level checked Add fluid if needed l If you drive regularly under dusty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change m Visually inspect belt for fraying excessive cracks or obvious damage Replace belt...

Page 445: ...n page 352 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 correct pressures Do not forget to check the spare tire See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 39...

Page 446: ...her position contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake on pa...

Page 447: ...the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To che...

Page 448: ... only T IV Automatic Transmission Fluid GM Part No U S 88900925 in Canada 22689186 See Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 352 Usage Fluid Lubricant Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Carrier Assembly Differential Rear Drive Module Axle Lubricant GM Part No U S 89021677 in Canada 89021678 Transfer Case Power Transfer Unit VERSATRAK Fluid G...

Page 449: ...r ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 22676970 A1627C Engine Oil Filter 25010792 PF47 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element 15781507 CF137 Replacement Battery 15104967 75 6YR Spark Plugs 12568387 41 101 Windshield Wiper Blades Driver s Side 24 inches 60 0 cm 22703508 Passenger s Side 19 inches 47 5 cm 22703507 Rear 15 2 inches 38 6 cm 19120327 449 ...

Page 450: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 3 4L V6 Engine 450 ...

Page 451: ...vices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 436 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 444 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 451 ...

Page 452: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 452 ...

Page 453: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 453 ...

Page 454: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 454 ...

Page 455: ...Roadside Assistance Program 462 Courtesy Transportation 466 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 469 Collision Damage Repair 470 Reporting Safety Defects 474 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 474 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 474 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 474 Service Publications Ordering Information 475 Section 7 Customer A...

Page 456: ...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 457: ...mal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following ad...

Page 458: ... 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 459: ...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 460: ...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 461: ...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 462: ...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 463: ... 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 464: ...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 465: ...an customers call 1 800 268 6800 Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in their sole discretion the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limit...

Page 466: ...s A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service contact your dealer and request an appointment By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer can help mi...

Page 467: ...h minimal interruption of your daily schedule This includes one way or round trip shuttle service within reasonable time and distance parameters for the dealer s area Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs and public transportation is used as shuttle service the reimbursement is limited to the associated shuttle allowance and must be support...

Page 468: ...l usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes levies usage fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information All program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability...

Page 469: ...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 470: ... 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 Parts Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with the same materials and construction methods as the parts with ...

Page 471: ...ed technicians and state of the art equipment or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM trained technicians and comparable equipment Insuring Your Vehicle Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage There are significant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms Many insurance policies pr...

Page 472: ...where the towing service will be taking it Get a card from the tow truck operator or write down the driver s name the service s name and the phone number Remove any valuables from your vehicle before it is towed away Make sure this includes your insurance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle Gather the important information you will need from the other driver Things...

Page 473: ...quired replacement collision parts be original equipment parts either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts Remember recycled parts will not be covered by your GM vehicle warranty Insurance pays the bill for the repair but you must live with the repair Depending on your policy limits your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts Discuss this with your r...

Page 474: ... 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 475: ...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 476: ...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 477: ...ehicle 88 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 79 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 80 Airbag System cont When Should an Airbag Inflate 78 Where Are the Airbags 75 All Wheel Drive 374 All Wheel Drive AWD System 293 All Wheel Drive Service Light 189 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 289 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 180 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 424 Care of Safety Belts 421 ...

Page 478: ...erstanding Radio Reception 281 Automatic Headlamp System 160 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 352 Operation 119 B Battery 368 Electric Power Management 162 Run Down Protection 163 Battery Warning Light 178 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 307 Brake Anti Lock Brake System ABS 289 Emergencies 291 Parking 122 System Warning Light 178 Brakes 365 Braking 288 Braking in Emergencies 291 Break In New Vehicle 114 Bu...

Page 479: ...estraints Child Restraint Systems 49 Infants and Young Children 46 Child Restraints cont Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 57 Older Children 43 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 64 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 66 Where to Put the Restraint 53 Cigarette Lighter 165 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 424 Exterior Lamps Lenses 422 Fabric Car...

Page 480: ...ustomer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation 466 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 460 Customer Assistance Offices 460 Customer Assistance Information cont Customer Satisfaction Procedure 456 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 461 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 474 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 474 Reporting Safety Defects to the United Sta...

Page 481: ...ty 305 Defensive 284 Drunken 285 Freeway 306 Hill and Mountain Roads 308 In Rain and on Wet Roads 302 Driving cont Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 315 Winter 310 DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System 269 E Electric Power Management 162 Electrical System Add On Equipment 428 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 431 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 429 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 429 Windshield Wiper Fuses 429 E...

Page 482: ... 425 Flashers Hazard Warning 150 Flash to Pass 153 Flat Tire 404 Flat Tire Changing 404 Flat Tire Storing 414 Fluid Automatic Transaxle 352 Windshield Washer 364 Fog Lamp Light 188 Fog Lamps 160 Folding Rear Seat 17 Folding Seatback Passenger 14 Fuel 335 Additives 336 California Fuel 336 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 339 Filling Your Tank 337 Fuels in Foreign Countries 337 Gage 191 Gasoline Oc...

Page 483: ...5 Daytime Running Lamps 159 Flash to Pass 153 Headlamps cont Halogen Bulbs 376 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 376 High Low Beam Changer 152 On Reminder 159 Heated Seats 10 Heater 165 Height Adjuster Driver Seat 9 Highbeam On Light 189 Highway Hypnosis 308 Hill and Mountain Roads 308 Hood Checking Things Under 340 Release 340 Horn 150 How to Use This Manual 4 How to Wear S...

Page 484: ...2 Lamps cont Fog 160 Map 162 LATCH System Child Restraints 57 License Plate Lamps 380 Liftgate 107 Light Airbag Readiness 174 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 180 Battery Warning 178 Brake System Warning 178 Change Engine Oil 187 Cruise Control 188 Door Ajar 190 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 181 Fog Lamp 188 Gate Ajar 190 Highbeam On 189 Low Fuel Warning 192 Malfunction Indicator 183 Oil Pressu...

Page 485: ...or 105 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 105 Rear Door Security Locks 106 Loss of Control 299 Low Fuel Warning Light 192 Luggage Carrier 138 Lumbar Manual Controls 10 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services 442 At Each Fuel Fill 445 At Least Once a Month 445 At Least Once a Year 446 Introduction 436 Maintenance Footnotes 443 Maintenance Record 451 Maintenance Requirements 436 Normal Ma...

Page 486: ... MyGMLink com 459 N Navigation Radio System see Navigation Manual 269 New Vehicle Break In 114 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 449 O Odometer 173 Odometer Trip 173 Off Road Recovery 297 Oil Change Engine Oil Light 187 Engine 344 Pressure Light 186 Oil Engine Oil Life System 347 Older Children Restraints 43 Online Owner Center 459 OnStar System see OnStar Manual 133 Other Warning Devices 150 O...

Page 487: ...ioners Safety Belt 42 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 105 Q Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 23 R Radios 215 Care of Your CD and DVD Player 282 Care of Your CDs and DVDs 282 Navigation Radio System see Navigation Manual 269 Radio with CD 219 224 Radio with CD and DVD 235 Setting the Time 216 217 Theft Deterrent 279 Understanding Reception 281 Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover 140 Rear...

Page 488: ...pare Tire 407 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 406 Replacement Bulbs 380 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 474 General Motors 474 United States Government 474 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems 90 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 91 Retained Accessory Power RAP 116 Right Front Passenger Position Safety Belts 35 Roadside Assistance Program 462 Rocking Yo...

Page 489: ... Reclining Seatbacks 11 Passenger Folding Seatback 14 Power Seat 9 Split Folding Rear Seat 17 Securing a Child Restraint Rear Seat Position 64 Right Front Seat Position 66 Security Light 188 Service 333 Accessories and Modifications 333 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 335 All Wheel Drive Light 189 California Proposition 65 Warning 334 Doing Your Own Work 334 Engine Soon Light 183 P...

Page 490: ...ce Net 143 Cupholder s 137 Glove Box 137 Luggage Carrier 138 Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover 140 Rear Seat Armrest 142 Table 142 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 314 Sun Visors 110 Sunroof 144 T Table 142 Tachometer 173 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 378 TCS Warning Light 181 Theft Deterrent Radio 279 Theft Deterrent Systems 111 Content Theft Deterrent 111 PASS Key III 112 PAS...

Page 491: ... and Definitions 387 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 400 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 402 Wheel Replacement 402 When It Is Time for New Tires 397 Towing Recreational Vehicle 320 Towing a Trailer 322 Your Vehicle 320 Traction Control System TCS 291 Control System Warning Light 181 StabiliTrak System 292 Transaxle Fluid Automatic 352 Transaxle Operation Automatic 119 Trip Odometer 173 Turn and Lane...

Page 492: ... Messages 198 Hazard Warning Flashers 150 Other Warning Devices 150 Safety and Symbols 4 Vehicle Damage 5 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 402 Different Size 400 Replacement 402 Where to Put the Restraint 53 Windows 109 Power 110 Windshield Washer 154 Washer Fluid 364 Wiper Blade Replacement 380 Wiper Blades Cleaning 423 Wiper Fuses 429 Wipers 153 Windshield Rear Washer Wiper 155 Winter Driving 3...

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