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Seats and Restraint System ............................. 1-1

Front Seats

............................................... 1-2

Rear Seats

.............................................. 1-10

Safety Belts

............................................. 1-13

Child Restraints

....................................... 1-32

Airbag System

......................................... 1-58

Restraint System Check

............................ 1-79

Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1

Keys

........................................................ 2-3

Doors and Locks

....................................... 2-9

Windows

................................................. 2-16

Theft-Deterrent Systems

............................ 2-18

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

........... 2-22

Mirrors

.................................................... 2-39

Object Detection Systems

.......................... 2-44

OnStar

System

...................................... 2-47

Storage Areas

......................................... 2-51

Sunroof

.................................................. 2-56

Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1

Instrument Panel Overview

.......................... 3-4

Climate Controls

...................................... 3-21

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

........ 3-26

Driver Information Center (DIC)

.................. 3-48

Audio System(s)

....................................... 3-61

Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1

Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle

....... 4-2

Towing

................................................... 4-31

Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1

Service

..................................................... 5-3

Fuel

......................................................... 5-5

Checking Things Under the Hood

............... 5-12

Headlamp Aiming

..................................... 5-44

Bulb Replacement

.................................... 5-47

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

......... 5-52

Tires

...................................................... 5-53

Appearance Care

..................................... 5-99

Vehicle Identification

............................... 5-107

Electrical System

.................................... 5-108

Capacities and Specifications

................... 5-114

Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1

Maintenance Schedule

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Customer Assistance Information .................... 7-1

Customer Assistance and Information

........... 7-2

Reporting Safety Defects

........................... 7-16

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

........... 7-18

Index ................................................................ 1

2009 Chevrolet HHR Owner Manual

Summary of Contents for 2009 HHR

Page 1: ... Indicators 3 26 Driver Information Center DIC 3 48 Audio System s 3 61 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and the Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 31 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 12 Headlamp Aiming 5 44 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 52 Tires 5 53 Appearance Care 5 99 Vehicle Identification 5 107 Electrical Syste...

Page 2: ...Pictures symbols and words work together to explain vehicle operation Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer retailer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 1 800 551 4123 www helminc com Propriétaires Canadiens On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès de conces...

Page 3: ...s something that could damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty and it could be costly The notice tells what to do to help avoid the damage There are also warning labels on the vehicle which 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 tex...

Page 4: ...ake System ABS g Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel Gage Fuses i Headlamp High Low Beam Changer j LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders 7 Tire Pressure Monitor F Traction Control M Windshield W...

Page 5: ...Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 43 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 51 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 54 Airbag System 1 58 Where Are the Airbags 1 61 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 63 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 1 64 How Does an Airbag Restrain 1 64 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 1 65 Passenger Sensing System Without ...

Page 6: ...tle 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 If the vehicle has a manual seat it can be moved forward or rearward 1 Lift the bar to unlock the seat 2 Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place 1 2 ...

Page 7: ... 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 holding the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the entire seat by holdin...

Page 8: ...has this feature the driver s and passenger s heated seat buttons are located on the climate control panel below the fan switch Press the button once to turn the heated seat to the high setting Both lights below the heated seat symbol will come on Press the button a second time and the heated seat will go to the low setting The bottom light will come on to indicate that the setting is on low Press...

Page 9: ... 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 seatbacks to be sure they are locked The seats have reclining seatbacks The lever used to operate them is located on the outboard side of the seats Lift the lever to release the seatback Move the seatback to where you want it and release the lever to lock the seatback in...

Page 10: ...front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear the safety belt p...

Page 11: ...se it To lower the head restraint press the button located on the top of the seatback and push the restraint down Only the front head restraints are adjustable Both the front and rear head restraints can be removed Press the button located on the top of the seatback and pull the restraint out from the seatback Do not remove the head restraint if someone will be sitting in that seat while the vehic...

Page 12: ...might force that object toward a person This could cause severe injury or even death Secure objects CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued away from the area in which an airbag would inflate For more information see Where Are the Airbags on page 1 61 and Loading the Vehicle on page 4 25 CAUTION Things you put on this seatback can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Remove ...

Page 13: ...restraint store it so that it will not move while the vehicle is in motion 2 Make sure that the seatback is in an upright position Use the recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat to move the seatback to the upright position 3 To fold the seat flat pull up on either lever located toward the rear of the seatback Fold the seat forward until the seatback disengages 4 Continue to fold t...

Page 14: ...lower the rear seatback s 1 Move the front seat forward and or put the front seatback in an upright position so it does not interfere with folding the rear seatback forward 2 Open the rear door while the vehicle is parked 3 The rear head restraint may need to be removed if it interferes with the front seat when the front seat is moved back in place If removed store the head restraint where it cann...

Page 15: ... before lowering the seatback Do not let the safety belt get caught between the seatback and seat cushion as the seatback is folded 5 Pull up on the knob located on the top of the seatback on the outboard side to release the seatback 1 11 ...

Page 16: ...the seatback up and push rearward until you hear a click Keep the safety belt clear of the seat and not twisted The release knob on the top of the seatback has a red ring If the seatback is not fully latched this ring will be visible Push on the seatback until the ring is not visible CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to th...

Page 17: ...re more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the safety belts See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3 29 for additional information In most states and in all Canadi...

Page 18: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 1 14 ...

Page 19: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 15 ...

Page 20: ...nel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That is why safety belts make such good sense 1 16 ...

Page 21: ...elts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag is provided all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection That is true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I am a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an excellent driver but if you are in a crash even one that is not your fault you and...

Page 22: ...out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts First before you or your passenger s wear a safety belt there is important information you should know Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to th...

Page 23: ...oo loose It will not give 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 snugly against your body 1 19 ...

Page 24: ...otection 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 on 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 1 20 ...

Page 25: ...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 on the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 21 ...

Page 26: ...ured 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 on the abdomen not on the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 22 ...

Page 27: ...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 The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 1 23 ...

Page 28: ...ash you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury You might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 1 24 ...

Page 29: ...oss 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 retailer to fix it 1 25 ...

Page 30: ...ocking feature may be engaged If this happens let the belt go back all the way and start again Engaging the child restraint locking feature may affect the passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System Without Turbo With Turbo and RPO AS5 on page 1 66 or Passenger Sensing System With Turbo and RPO AR9 or AE4 on page 1 72 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the ...

Page 31: ...latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants To unlatch the belt push the button on the buckle The belt should return to its stowed position Before a door is closed be sure the safety belt is out of the way If a door is slammed against a safety belt damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle 1 27 ...

Page 32: ...fety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen they are part of the safety belt assembly They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met And if the vehicle has side impact airbags safety belt pretensioners c...

Page 33: ... how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 1 29 ...

Page 34: ...the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described previously in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guide squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can be removed from the guide Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto th...

Page 35: ...egnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly 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 retailer 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 person...

Page 36: ...Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder If yes continue If no try using the rear safety belt comfort guide See Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 1 26 for more information If the shoulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder then return to the booster seat Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips touching the thighs If yes continue If no return to the boo...

Page 37: ...fety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 1 26 According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safety bel...

Page 38: ...t properly In a crash the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The child might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 1 34 ...

Page 39: ...rangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them E...

Page 40: ...crash forces an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg infant will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms An infant should be secured in an appropriate restraint 1 36 ...

Page 41: ...ever put a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat Secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat It is also better to secure a forward facing child restraint in a rear seat If you must secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go 1 37 ...

Page 42: ...ve 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 To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during a crash infants need complete support ...

Page 43: ...protected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash young children should always be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems A rear facing infant seat A provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a cra...

Page 44: ...t B provides restraint for the child s body with the harness A booster seat C D is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 40 ...

Page 45: ...ion 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 to this manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacture...

Page 46: ...is is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airb...

Page 47: ...ATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system Make sure that a LATCH compatible child restraint is properly installed 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 When installing a child restrai...

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

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

Page 50: ...argo mat behind the rear seats The rear outboard top tether anchors are located on the cargo floor behind the rear seats The rear center top tether anchor is located in a storage compartment behind the rear seats Lift the lid of the storage compartment to access the anchor You may have to fold back the cargo mat to access the storage compartment and the top tether anchor for the rear center seatin...

Page 51: ...thout a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat See Where to Put the Restraint on page 1 42 for additional information Vehicles without Rear Sea...

Page 52: ...han one child restraint to a single anchor Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash attach only one child restraint per anchor CAUTION Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is ...

Page 53: ...position 1 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 1 3 Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors 2 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor if equipped Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps 2 1 To secure a child restraint in the rear ...

Page 54: ...ighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether over the seatback If the position yo...

Page 55: ... LATCH If a child restraint is secured in the vehicle using a safety belt and it uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 43 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the...

Page 56: ...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 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 52 ...

Page 57: ...nt as you tighten the belt 6 If the child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 43 for more information 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it...

Page 58: ...label on the sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag A child...

Page 59: ...n a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached You will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this p...

Page 60: ...to the buckle until it clicks Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 56 ...

Page 61: ...r Children LATCH on page 1 43 for more information 8 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure If the airbag is off the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit see If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint under Passe...

Page 62: ...enger With roof rail airbags the word AIRBAG will appear along the headliner or trim Even if you do not have a 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 object toward a person T...

Page 63: ...restraints to the safety belts Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person CAUTION Airbags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye Anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Do not sit unnecessarily close to the airbag as you would be if you were sitting ...

Page 64: ...or them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 1 32 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 35 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The lig...

Page 65: ...Where Are the Airbags The driver s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 61 ...

Page 66: ...erson causing severe 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 Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof rail airbags by routing a rope or tie down through any door or window opening If you do the path...

Page 67: ...ow object like a pole the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a wide object like a wall If the vehicle goes into an object at an angle the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle goes straight into the object Thresholds can also vary with specific vehicle design Frontal airbags are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers r...

Page 68: ...trument panel For vehicles with roof rail airbags there are airbag modules in the ceiling of the vehicle near the side windows that have occupant seating positions How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact th...

Page 69: ...g able to steer the vehicle nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there may be dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after ...

Page 70: ...ice can mean that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer retailer for service Passenger Sensing System Without Turbo With Turbo and RPO AS5 This information is for vehicles without a turbo engine or a vehicle equipped with a turbo engine and Regular Production Option RPO code AS5 RPO codes are listed on the Service Parts Identification label See Service Parts Identification Label ...

Page 71: ...belts A label on the sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag...

Page 72: ...is designed turn on may inflate the right front passenger frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbag to be enabled the on indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is active For some children including children in child restraints and for ve...

Page 73: ...and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit turn the vehicle off Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion if adjustable to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If this happens adjust the head restraint See Head Restrai...

Page 74: ...detect that person and enable the right front passenger frontal airbag 1 Turn the vehicle off 2 Remove any additional material from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers 3 Place the seatback in the fully upright position 4 Have the person sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with legs comfortably extended 5 Restart the vehicle and have the pe...

Page 75: ... The passenger sensing system may turn off the passenger airbag when liquid is soaked into the seat If this happens the off indicator will be lit and the airbag readiness light on the instrument panel will also be lit Liquid pooled on the seat that has not soaked in may make it more likely that the passenger sensing system will enable turn on the passenger airbag while a child restraint or child o...

Page 76: ...ystem will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions The driver airbag and roof rail airbags if equipped are not affected by the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger seat The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the right front passen...

Page 77: ...right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat If the vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint a rear facing child restraint should not be installed in the vehicle even if the airbag is off The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passe...

Page 78: ...nd stay lit to remind you that the airbag is active For some children who have outgrown child restraints and for very small adults the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag depending upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in the vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is...

Page 79: ... Front Seat Position on page 1 54 5 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit turn the vehicle off Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion if adjustable to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the veh...

Page 80: ...detect that person and enable the right front passenger frontal airbag 1 Turn the vehicle off 2 Remove any additional material from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers 3 Place the seatback in the fully upright position 4 Have the person sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with legs comfortably extended 5 Restart the vehicle and have the pe...

Page 81: ...s that can affect how the system operates CAUTION Stowing of articles under the passenger seat or between the passenger seat cushion and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the airbag system in several places around the vehicle Your dealer retaile...

Page 82: ...ot operate properly if the original seat trim is replaced with non GM covers upholstery or trim or with GM covers upholstery or trim designed for a different vehicle Any object such as an aftermarket seat heater or a comfort enhancing pad or device installed under or on top of the seat fabric could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system This could either prevent proper d...

Page 83: ...ight keep a safety belt system from doing its job See your dealer retailer to have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Make sure the safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3 29 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care o...

Page 84: ...ty belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer retailer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash you may need new LATCH system parts New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt or LATCH system if equipped was not being used at the time of...

Page 85: ... Theft Deterrent 2 19 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer 2 20 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Operation 2 21 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 22 New Vehicle Break In 2 22 Ignition Positions 2 23 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 25 Starting the Engine 2 25 Engine Coolant Heater 2 27 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 28 Manual Transmission Operation 2 30 Parking Brake 2 33 Shifting Into Par...

Page 86: ...ject Detection Systems 2 44 Rear Vision Camera RVC 2 44 OnStar System 2 47 Storage Areas 2 51 Glove Box 2 51 Cupholders 2 51 Instrument Panel Storage 2 51 Floor Console Storage Area 2 51 Rear Storage Area 2 51 Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover 2 52 Roof Rack System 2 54 Convenience Net 2 54 Hideaway Rear Storage Bins 2 55 Sunroof 2 56 Section 2 Features and Controls 2 2 ...

Page 87: ...ill function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children The key can be used for the ignition and the driver s door lock The key has a transponder in the key head that matches a decoder in the vehicle s steering column If a replacement key or any additional keys are needed...

Page 88: ...ion is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range try th...

Page 89: ...rred See UNLOCK HORN under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 56 for more information If K is pressed again within five seconds all remaining doors and the liftgate unlock The interior lamps come on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on If enabled through the DIC the parking lamps flash twice to indicate unlocking has occurred and the high beams and parking lamps may tur...

Page 90: ... longer work once the new transmitter is programmed Each vehicle can have up to four transmitters programmed to it Battery Replacement Replace the battery if the KEY FOB BATT LOW message displays in the DIC See KEY FOB BATT LOW under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 50 for additional information Notice When replacing the battery do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter Static from y...

Page 91: ... 2 4 for additional information Remote Vehicle Start This button will be on the RKE transmitter if you have remote start To start the engine using the remote start feature 1 Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle 2 Press and release the transmitter s lock button then immediately press and hold the remote vehicle start button for four seconds or until the vehicle s turn signal lamps flash The vehic...

Page 92: ...itter at the vehicle and press the remote start button until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3 6 Insert the vehicle s key into the ignition switch and turn the switch to ON RUN and then back to LOCK OFF The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if The remote start system is disabled through the DIC The vehicle s key is in t...

Page 93: ...vehicle whenever leaving it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle To lock the driver s door from the outside turn the key clockwise To unlock the door turn the key counterclockwise You can also use the remote keyless entry transmitter ...

Page 94: ...IC you can disable this function See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 56 Automatic Door Lock On vehicles with power door locks the doors automatically lock when the shift lever is moved out of P Park for a vehicle with an automatic transmission For a vehicle with a manual transmission the speed must be greater than 5 mph 8 km h The automatic door locking feature cannot be disabled Programmabl...

Page 95: ...k label and turn it to the horizontal position 2 Close the door 3 Repeat the steps for the other rear door To open a rear door while the security lock is on do the following 1 Unlock the door using the remote keyless entry transmitter the power door 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 t...

Page 96: ... door must be unlocked Push the door to close Liftgate To lock the liftgate from the outside press the lock button on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter To unlock the liftgate with the RKE press the unlock button twice within five seconds For more information see Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 4 You can also use the power door lock switch to lock and unlock the liftgate ...

Page 97: ... the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk hatch open Close all of the windows Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Adjust the Climate Control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting See Climate Control System in the Index If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate ...

Page 98: ...pen the liftgate do the following 1 Remove the trim plug located on the inside of the liftgate near the center 2 Locate the release lever on the latch The lever is located about three inches 7 62 cm behind the trim in the access hole 2 14 ...

Page 99: ...3 Insert a tool into the access hole Push the release lever rearward 4 The liftgate will unlatch when the lever is pushed rearward Push the liftgate to open 5 Reinstall the trim plug 2 15 ...

Page 100: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 16 ...

Page 101: ...cle with children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows The power window controls are located on each of the side doors The driver s door also has switches that control the passenger and rear windows Press the switch to lower the window Pull up on the front edge of the switch to raise the window The power windows wo...

Page 102: ...g the windows Press the lockout button located with the power window switches to turn the feature on and off When the red band on the button is showing the lockout feature is off Sun Visors To block out glare swing down the visor s The sun visors can also be detached from the center mount and swung out to cover the side windows They can also be slid along the rod to cover different areas of the fr...

Page 103: ...tely arm the system The system still arms in 60 seconds if a door is open When the open door is closed it also arms The security light turns on to indicate that arming has been initiated Once the system is armed the security light flashes once every three seconds If the security light flashes twice per second a door is open Locking the vehicle with the manual lock knobs on the doors will not arm t...

Page 104: ...e chirps sound when you press the lock or unlock buttons on the RKE transmitter PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer The PASS Key III system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interferen...

Page 105: ...ll does 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 5 109 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 retailer who can service the PASS Key III to have a new key made In an emer...

Page 106: ...ey see your dealer retailer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to have a new key made Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice The 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 an...

Page 107: ...sion the shift lever must be in P Park to turn the ignition switch to LOCK OFF On vehicles with a manual transmission the ignition switch can be turned to LOCK OFF in any shift lever position The steering can bind with the wheel turned off center If this happens move it from right to left while turning the key to ACC ACCESSORY If this does not work then the vehicle needs service CAUTION If you hav...

Page 108: ... an extended period of time START This position starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will return to ON RUN for driving A warning tone will sound when the driver door is opened the ignition is in LOCK OFF or ACC ACCESSORY and the key is in the ignition Column Lock Release For vehicles with an automatic transmission the following procedure allows the ignition ...

Page 109: ...until any door is opened The radio will work when the key is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY Once the key is turned from ON RUN to OFF LOCK the radio will continue to work for 10 minutes or until the driver door is opened Starting the Engine Place the transmission in the proper gear Automatic Transmission Move the shift lever to P Park or N Neutral The engine will not start in any other position To res...

Page 110: ... ignition switch to ACC ACCESSORY or LOCK OFF Notice Cranking the engine for long periods of time by returning the key to the START position immediately after cranking has ended can overheat and damage the cranking motor and drain the battery Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to let the cranking motor cool down 2 If the engine does not start after 5 10 seconds especially in very cold weath...

Page 111: ...hicle near the headlamp and 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 pr...

Page 112: ...ou have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set the parking brake and move the shift lever to P Park See Shifting Into Park Automatic Transmission on page 2 34 If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer Automatic Transmission on page 4 34 or To...

Page 113: ...eels To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving use N Neutral only Also use N Neutral when the vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Do not shift into a drive gear while the engine...

Page 114: ...hile in the Intermediate position If you make an aggressive driving maneuver the vehicle s transmission automatically shifts to the lowest possible gear to maximize vehicle performance The vehicle will automatically return to normal operation when you return to normal driving patterns L Low This position reduces vehicle speed more than I Intermediate without actually using the brakes You can use i...

Page 115: ...3 Third 4 Fourth and 5 Fifth Shift into 3 Third 4 Fourth and 5 Fifth the same way you do for 2 Second Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal down To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to N Neutral N Neutral Use this position when you start or idle the engine ...

Page 116: ...n it has the capability of No Lift Upshifts This feature maximizes vehicle acceleration by allowing you to shift the transmission to a higher gear without taking your foot off the accelerator No Lift Upshifting is enabled in all Electronic Stability Control modes See Electronic Stability Control ESC on page 4 7 for more information Use this feature only when the engine has reached normal operating...

Page 117: ...ake system warning light will come on See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 33 To release the parking brake hold the brake pedal down Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down If you forget to release your parking brake a chime will sound and a warning message will be displayed when the parking ...

Page 118: ...ver and pushing the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle 3 Turn the ignition key to LOCK OFF Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Running Automatic Transmission CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the engine running The vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine r...

Page 119: ... brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of P Park Shifting Out of Park Automatic Transmission This vehicle is equipped with an electronic shift lock release system The shift lock release is designed to Prevent ignition key removal unles...

Page 120: ... you still cannot move the shift lever from P Park consult your dealer retailer or a professional towing service Parking the Vehicle Manual Transmission Before leaving the vehicle fully press the clutch pedal down move the shift lever into R Reverse and firmly apply the parking brake Once the shift lever has been placed in R Reverse with the clutch pedal pressed down the ignition key can be turned...

Page 121: ...em leaks due to corrosion or damage CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued The vehicle s exhaust system has been modified damaged or improperly repaired There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or after market modifications that are not completely sealed If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the vehicle Drive it only with the windows comple...

Page 122: ... get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not leave the 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 the vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set...

Page 123: ...ee OnStar System on page 2 47 for more information about the services OnStar provides Press the buttons located at the bottom of the mirror to turn the map lights on or off O On Off Press to turn the dimming feature on or off Your vehicle may also have a Rear Vision Camera See Rear Vision Camera RVC on page 2 44 for more information Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation Automatic dimming reduces the ...

Page 124: ...hile CAL displays drive the vehicle in circles at 5 mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction Compass Variance The mirror is set to zone eight If you do not live in zone eight or drive out of the area the compass variance needs to be changed to the appropriate zone To adjust for compass variance 1 Find the current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 2 Press and...

Page 125: ...ch in the center position when not adjusting either outside mirror Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash To fold push the mirror toward the vehicle Push the mirror outward to return to its original position Blind Spot Mirrors The blind spot mirror is a small convex mirror built into the upper and outer corner of both outside mirrors It is desig...

Page 126: ...As the vehicle gets closer the image in the main mirror gets larger and moves outboard 3 As the vehicle enters the blind zone the image transitions from the main mirror to the blind spot mirror 4 When the vehicle is completely in the blind zone the image will only appear in the blind spot mirror and is entirely off the main mirror 2 42 ...

Page 127: ...blind spot mirror for a vehicle in the blind zone Then glance over your shoulder to double check before moving slowly into the adjacent lane Outside Convex Mirror 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 you could hit a vehicle on the right Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder befor...

Page 128: ...using the screen will differ from actual distances CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued So if you do not use proper care before backing up you could hit a vehicle child pedestrian bicyclist or pet resulting in vehicle damage injury or death Even though the vehicle has the RVC system always check carefully before backing up by checking behind and around the vehicle The rear vision camera system is d...

Page 129: ...ear vision camera system display is now enabled and the display will appear in the mirror normally Rear Vision Camera Location The camera is located in the rear of the vehicle The area displayed by the camera is limited and does not display objects that are close to either corner or under the bumper The area displayed can vary depending on vehicle orientation or road conditions The distance of the...

Page 130: ...n It is dark The sun or the beam of headlights is shining directly into the camera lens Ice snow mud or anything else builds up on the camera lens Clean the lens rinse it with water and wipe it with a soft cloth The back of the vehicle is in an accident the position and mounting angle of the camera can change or the camera can be affected Be sure to have the camera and its position and mounting an...

Page 131: ...verse or until the conditions return to normal Pressing and holding z when the left indicator light is flashing will turn off the video display along with the left indicator light OnStar System OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide a wide range of safety security information and convenience services If the airbags deploy the system is designed to make an automati...

Page 132: ...d system limitations see the OnStar Owner s Guide in the glove box or visit onstar com U S or onstar ca Canada contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or TTY 1 877 248 2080 or press the OnStar button to speak with an OnStar advisor 24 hours a day 7 days a week OnStar Services Available with the Safe Sound Plan Automatic Notification of Airbag Deployment Advanced Automatic Crash Notificatio...

Page 133: ...Star button to have an OnStar advisor locate a business or address and download driving directions to the vehicle Voice guided directions to the desired destination will play through the audio system speakers See the OnStar Owner s Guide for more information OnStar Virtual Advisor OnStar Virtual Advisor is a feature of OnStar Hands Free Calling that uses minutes to access location based weather lo...

Page 134: ...city and reception when the service is needed and technology that is compatible with the OnStar service Not all services are available everywhere particularly in remote or enclosed areas or at all times Location information about the vehicle is only available if the GPS satellite signals are unobstructed and available The vehicle must have a working electrical system including adequate battery pow...

Page 135: ... automatic transmission vehicles have a cupholder in front of the shift lever Cupholders have inserts that can be removed for cleaning Instrument Panel Storage Your vehicle has a storage compartment on the instrument panel above the air vents Push the button on the compartment to open the cover Floor Console Storage Area There are two small storage compartments on the floor console Rear Storage Ar...

Page 136: ...e panel to lock it in place The panel can be used in this position if you need additional space above the panel Place the cargo on top of the panel in this position CAUTION If you were to carry things on the adjustable panel when it is in the upper cargo cover or center positions during a sudden vehicle movement or a crash those things could be thrown around in the vehicle You or others could be i...

Page 137: ...ower guides and the rear corners placed in the upper guides Do not load cargo on the panel in this position The fourth position is with the front corners placed in the lower guides closest to the rear seat for subfloor access Do not drive while the panel is in this position The panel can be used as a cargo cover for the rear area It has hooks underneath for shopping bags Your vehicle may have a ca...

Page 138: ...sten it securely Notice Loading cargo directly on the roof of the vehicle may cause damage to the vehicle and would not be covered under warranty Do not place cargo on the roof the vehicle Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading the Vehicle on page 4 25 To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you are drivin...

Page 139: ...storage bins located in the rear of the vehicle Pull up on the handles to open and lift the lid Use the key to lock unlock the bins There is a rod that hooks into place to prop open the lid Push the rod towards the lid to unhook it and lower the lid 2 55 ...

Page 140: ...l tilt upward to the full vent position The sunshade must be opened manually Express Close To express close the power sunroof fully press the driver s side switch forward once To stop the sunroof glass in a desired position other than closed press the switch again in either direction The sunshade must be closed manually Close To close the power sunroof operate the controls according to one of the ...

Page 141: ... Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 3 21 Climate Controls 3 21 Climate Control System 3 21 Outlet Adjustment 3 24 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3 24 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 26 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 27 Speedometer and Odometer 3 28 Tachometer 3 28 Safety Belt Reminders 3 29 Airbag Readiness Light 3 30 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 31 Charging System Light 3 32 Up Shift Ligh...

Page 142: ...ings and Messages 3 50 DIC Vehicle Personalization 3 56 Audio System s 3 61 Setting the Clock 3 62 Radio s 3 63 Using an MP3 3 74 XM Radio Messages 3 81 Bluetooth 3 82 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 94 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 94 Radio Reception 3 95 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 96 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 96 Chime Level Adjustment 3 96 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3 2 ...

Page 143: ... NOTES 3 3 ...

Page 144: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 145: ...ar Side Cargo Door HHR Panel Only on page 2 12 If Equipped J Hood Release on page 5 13 K Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 48 L Horn on page 3 6 M Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3 94 If Equipped N Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 17 O Audio System s on page 3 61 P Climate Control System on page 3 21 Q Rear Window Wiper Washer on page 3 10 R Shift Lever Manual Shown See Manual Tra...

Page 146: ... turn the flashers off Horn To sound the horn press the horn symbols located on the steering wheel Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel lets the steering wheel be adjusted before driving The tilt lever is located on the left side of the steering column To tilt the wheel pull the lever down Then move the wheel to a comfortable position and raise the lever to lock the wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wh...

Page 147: ... flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change Hold it there until the lane change is complete The lever returns to its starting position when it is released If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrows flash rapidly or does not come on a signal bul...

Page 148: ... feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass To use it pull the turn signal multifunction lever toward you until the high beam headlamps come on then release the lever to turn them off Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper lever is located on the right side of the steering wheel Move the lever to one of the following positions 1 High Spee...

Page 149: ...r continuous wipes As an added safety feature if the wipers are on for more than 15 seconds the vehicle s headlamps will turn on automatically They will turn off 15 seconds after the wipers are turned off Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades before using them If the blades are frozen to the windshield gently loosen or thaw them If they become damaged install new blades or blade inserts See Win...

Page 150: ... of fluid before the windshield washer If the windshield can be washed but not the rear windows check the fluid level Z Rear Wiper Press to turn on an intermittent setting that has a shorter delay To turn either of the intermittent wiper settings off press the opposite side of the button to turn it to the off position Pressing the button all the way down on either side will activate an intermitten...

Page 151: ...ON If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control The cruise control buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel J On Off Press to turn the cruise control system on and off The indicat...

Page 152: ...ruise control can be used again Resuming a Set Speed Suppose the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then the brake is applied This disengages the cruise control To return to the previously set speed you do not need to go through the set process again Once the vehicle is going about 25 mph 40 km h or more press the RES part of the button briefly The vehicle goes back to the previously set...

Page 153: ...cruise control will work on hills depends upon the vehicle speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you might have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle speed When going downhill you might have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep the vehicle speed down When the brakes are applied the cruise control turns off Ending Cruise Control To end cruise co...

Page 154: ...the Automatic Headlamp System In Canada this only works when the vehicles with an automatic transmission are in P Park and vehicles with a manual transmission have the parking brake set and the vehicle is not moving When operating in AUTO a momentary turn of the switch to off on will turn off the Automatic Headlamp System An AUTO LIGHTS OFF message displays on the Driver Information Center DIC and...

Page 155: ...red on all vehicles first sold in Canada The vehicle has a light sensor on top of the instrument panel Do not cover this sensor or the headlamps will come on when they are not needed The DRL system will make the headlamps come on at reduced brightness when the following conditions are met The ignition is on The exterior lamp control is turned to AUTO The light sensor detects daytime light The shif...

Page 156: ...its the garage it will take about 20 seconds for the automatic lamp system to change to DRL if it is light outside During that delay the instrument panel cluster may not be as bright as usual Make sure the instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 17 To idle the vehicle with the system off turn the ignition on and turn the exterior...

Page 157: ...See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 17 On Turns on the dome lamp Entry Exit Lighting The lamps inside the vehicle turn on when any door is opened These lamps will fade out after about 20 seconds after all of the doors have been closed or when the ignition is turned to ON RUN These lamps will also turn on when pressing the unlock symbol button or the horn symbol on the keyless entry system tr...

Page 158: ... 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 ...

Page 159: ...ing Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer retailer for additional information on the accessory power outlet Notice Adding any electrical equipment to the vehicle can damage it or keep other components from working as they should The repairs would not be cove...

Page 160: ...hey should The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not use equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 40 amperes Check with your dealer retailer before adding electrical equipment When adding electrical equipment be sure to follow the installation instructions included with the equipment Notice Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by the warranty Do not ha...

Page 161: ...uipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 15 amperes To clean the center console ashtray remove the entire ashtray and empty it Notice If papers pins or other flammable items are put in the ashtray hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage the vehicle Never put flammable items in the ashtray Climate Controls Climate Control System The heating cooling and ve...

Page 162: ...he windshield and side windows Defog This mode clears the windows of fog or moisture Air is directed to the windshield side window and floor outlets In this mode the system runs the air conditioning compressor To defog the windows faster turn the temperature control knob clockwise to the warmest setting 0 Defrost This mode removes fog or frost from the windshield more quickly Air is directed to th...

Page 163: ...hicle The air conditioning compressor also comes on Recirculation is not available in floor defog and defrost modes If the recirculation button is pressed the indicator light flashes five times and outside air will be delivered Operation in this mode during periods of high humidity and cool outside temperatures may result in increased window fogging If window fogging is experienced select the defr...

Page 164: ...he defogger grid Outlet Adjustment Turn the outlets and move the outlet vanes to change the direction of the airflow and to open and close the outlets Operation Tips Clear away any ice snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into the vehicle Use of non GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system Keep the pat...

Page 165: ... compartment air filter 1 Open and empty the glove box 2 Press both glove box stops outward to let the glove box drop open completely 3 Pull the three tabs of the filter access door down and open the access door downward 3 25 ...

Page 166: ...y Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of the vehicle s functions Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of the vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to indicate a problem with the vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on ...

Page 167: ... to show how the vehicle is running It shows how fast the vehicle is going about how much fuel is left in the fuel tank and many other things needed to drive safely and economically United States Manual Transmission Cluster shown Automatic SS and Canada similar 3 27 ...

Page 168: ...g to check the odometer mileage Simply open the driver s door and the mileage briefly displays If the vehicle ever needs a new odometer installed the new one will be set to the correct total mileage of the old odometer Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute RPM Notice If the engine is operated with the tachometer in the red warning area the vehicle could be d...

Page 169: ...heir safety belt This only occurs if the passenger airbag is enabled See Passenger Sensing System Without Turbo With Turbo and RPO AS5 on page 1 66 or Passenger Sensing System With Turbo and RPO AR9 or AE4 on page 1 72 for more information The passenger safety belt light located on the instrument panel comes on and stays on for several seconds and then flashes for several more This chime and light...

Page 170: ...shes for a few seconds when the engine is started If the light does not come on then have it fixed immediately CAUTION If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving it means the airbag system might not be working properly The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a crash To help avoid injury have the v...

Page 171: ...the status of the right front passenger frontal airbag If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag is enabled may inflate 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 frontal airbag If after several...

Page 172: ...could indicate that there are problems with a generator drive belt or that there is an electrical problem Have it checked right away If the vehicle must be driven a short distance with the light on to turn off the accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Up Shift Light The vehicle may have an up shift light When this light comes on shift to the next higher gear if weather road and traffic...

Page 173: ...es not fully release If it stays on after the parking brake is fully released it means the vehicle has a brake problem If the light comes on while driving pull off the road and stop carefully Make sure the parking brake is fully released The pedal might be harder to push or the pedal could go closer to the floor It can take longer to stop Try turning off and restarting the vehicle one or two times...

Page 174: ... Driver Information Center DIC see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 50 for all brake related DIC messages Enhanced Traction System ETS Indicator Warning Light For vehicles with the Enhanced Traction System ETS this light serves as an indicator and warning light This light comes on briefly while the engine is started If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer retailer If the system ...

Page 175: ...sabled Check the DIC messaging to determine which system is turned off or not working If the system is not working the vehicle needs service See your dealer retailer When the TCS is disabled wheel spin is not limited When the ESC system is disabled the system does not aid in maintaining vehicle directional control If the light comes on and flashes the TCS or the ESC system is actively working When...

Page 176: ...emperature warning light on The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on when the engine has overheated If this happens pull over and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 5 32 for more information Engine Coolant Temperature Gage The vehicle has an engine coolant temperature gage With the ignition turned to ON RUN this gage shows the engine coolant tempera...

Page 177: ...inflated inflate to the proper pressure See Tires on page 5 53 for more information When the Light Flashes First and Then is On Steady This indicates that there could be a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System The light flashes for about a minute and stays on steady for the remainder of the ignition cycle This sequence repeats with every ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Monitor System on p...

Page 178: ... not be covered by the vehicle warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect the vehicle s emission controls and can cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by the...

Page 179: ... turn the light off If the vehicle has been driven through a deep puddle of water the vehicle s electrical system might be wet The condition is usually corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Make sure to fuel the vehicle with quality fuel Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as efficiently as designed and can cause stalling after star...

Page 180: ...uld be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if the battery has recently been replaced or if the battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This can take several days of routine driving If this has been done and the vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD II system readiness your dealer...

Page 181: ...low on oil and it might have some other system problem Security Light For information regarding this light and the vehicle s security system see Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 19 Fog Lamp Light The fog lamp light comes on when the fog lamps are in use The light goes out when the fog lamps are turned off See Fog Lamps on page 3 16 for more information Highbeam On Light This light comes on when t...

Page 182: ...ss 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 fuel tank s capacity to fill it The gage moves a little when the vehicle turns a corner or speeds up The gage does not go back to empty when the ignition is turned off For the fuel tank capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page ...

Page 183: ...next to the screen is used to configure the display and select information to be viewed A short video plays whenever the ignition key is turned on Press the RPD knob to stop the video and go directly to RPD displays The RPD screen displays two divided areas A B of information called Regions Advance through Region A screens to show various gages and speedometer displays Advance through Region B scr...

Page 184: ...e and may change with the air conditioning load generator output air temperature air pressure and fuel octane SPEEDOMETER G FORCE The G FORCE meter displays lateral acceleration While turning right G forces are felt on the left and vice versa PEAK values are stored indefinitely and can be reset with a press and hold of the RPD knob while viewing the G FORCE meter SETUP MENU Press the RPD knob to e...

Page 185: ...NLET AIR TEMPERATURE Displays the instantaneous temperature of the air at the inlet to the induction system FUEL PRESSURE Displays fuel pressure as measured by a sensor on the output of the high pressure fuel pump INDICATORS The indicators come on when the corresponding function is actively working to stabilize or control the vehicle Each indicator light on the RPD display can be turned on and off...

Page 186: ...l This indicator comes on whenever the vehicle Traction Control system is actively working SETUP MENU The SETUP MENU allows for the appearance of each display screen to be customized Turn the knob to scroll through the screens to reach the SETUP MENU Press and release the knob to activate the SETUP MENU Selecting a SETUP MENU Option 1 Under SETUP MENU there are six menu options to choose Turn the ...

Page 187: ...liTrak Competitive Mode Launch Control functions and instrument panel cluster telltales are not enabled or disabled by these indicators SCREEN ORDER While the screen order is highlighted press the knob to allow adjustment Turn the knob to reverse the displayed order of Region A and Region B Press the knob again once the screen is chosen CONTRAST While the contrast slider is highlighted press the k...

Page 188: ...r the personalization menu See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 56 for more information DIC Operation and Displays The DIC comes on when the ignition is on The DIC has different modes which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons The button functions are detailed in the following Information Modes INFO Information Press this button to scroll through the following vehicle information modes...

Page 189: ...information button until MPG L 100 KM AVG displays This mode shows how many miles per gallon mpg or liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km your vehicle is getting based on current and past driving conditions To reset the average fuel economy press and hold the reset button while MPG L 100 KM AVG is displayed Average fuel economy is then calculated starting from that point If the average fuel economy i...

Page 190: ... in either pounds per square inch psi or kilopascals kPa Press the information button until LF PSI kPa RF displays for the front tires Press the information button again until LR PSI kPa RR displays for the rear tires If a low tire pressure condition is detected by the system while driving a message advising you to check the tire pressure appears in the display See Inflation Tire Pressure on page ...

Page 191: ...alled should turn the message off CHECK TIRE PRESS Pressure If your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS this message displays when the pressure in one or more of the vehicle s tires needs to be checked If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC stop as soon as you can Have the tire pressures checked and set to those shown on the Tire Loading Information label See Tires on page 5 53 ...

Page 192: ...ut there is no reduction in performance proceed to your destination The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while this message is on but acceleration and speed may be reduced Anytime this message stays on the vehicle should be taken to your dealer retailer for service as soon as possible ESC Electronic Stability Control ACTIVE...

Page 193: ...ormation GATE AJAR This message displays when the liftgate is open Make sure that the liftgate is closed completely See Liftgate on page 2 12 for more information ICE POSSIBLE This message displays when the outside air temperature is cold enough to create icy road conditions Adjust your driving accordingly KEY FOB BATT Battery LOW This message displays if the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter b...

Page 194: ... Warning Light on page 3 35 for more information PARKING BRAKE This message displays if the parking brake is left engaged See Parking Brake on page 2 33 for more information POWER STEERING This message displays if a problem has been detected with the electric power steering Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer retailer immediately SERVICE AIR BAG This message displays when there is a problem ...

Page 195: ... SVC Service BRAKE SYSTEM This message may display if you have a turbocharged vehicle with Electronic Stability Control ESC and if the hydraulic brake boost is not working or is working improperly Have the brake system serviced by your dealer retailer as soon as possible SVC Service TIRE MONITOR If your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS this message displays if a part on the TPMS is ...

Page 196: ...mended that the headlamps are turned off 2 Press and hold the information and reset buttons at the same time for one second then release to enter the personalization menu If the vehicle speed is greater than 2 mph 3 km h only the UNITS menu will be accessible 3 Press the information button to scroll through the available personalization menu modes Press the reset button to scroll through the avail...

Page 197: ...l through the available settings OFF The remote start feature will be disabled ON default The remote start feature will be enabled See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 7 for more information To select a setting and move on to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC LOCK HORN This feature which allows the vehicle s horn to chirp every time the l...

Page 198: ...e enabled or disabled When LIGHT FLASH appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scroll through the available settings OFF The exterior hazard turn signal lighting will not flash when the lock or unlock button on the RKE transmitter is pressed ON default The exterior hazard turn signal lighting will flash when the lock or unlock button on the RKE transmitter...

Page 199: ...unlock when the key is turned off If you have an automatic transmission vehicle you can select when the automatic unlocking will occur See UNLK Unlock Automatic Transmission Only following See Programmable Automatic Door Unlock on page 2 10 for more information To select a setting and move on to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC UNLK Un...

Page 200: ...n to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC LANGUAGE This feature allows you to select the language in which the DIC will display When LANGUAGE appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scroll through the available settings ENGLISH default All messages will appear in English FRENCH All messages will ap...

Page 201: ...tice Contact your dealer retailer before adding any equipment Adding audio or communication equipment could interfere with the operation of the vehicle s engine radio or other systems and could damage them Follow federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone equipment Notice The chime signals related to safety belts parking brake and other functions of your vehicle operate through the radio en...

Page 202: ...ng from 12 hour to 24 hour press the H button until 12H or 24H is displayed Once 12H or 24H is displayed turn the f knob to the desired option to select the setting Press the H button again to apply the setting or let the screen time out With Date Display Radio with CD MP3 and USB Port and Radio with Single CD MP3 Player To set the time and date 1 Turn the ignition key to ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN P...

Page 203: ...2 hour to 24 hour or to change the date default setting from month day year to day month year 1 Press H and then the softkey located below the forward arrow label Once the time 12H and 24H and the date MM DD YYYY month day and year and DD MM YYYY day month and year displays 2 Press the softkey located below the desired option 3 Press H again to apply the selected default or let the screen time out...

Page 204: ...receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available While the radio is tuned to an FM RDS station the station name or call letters display In rare cases a radio station could broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station Radio with CD MP3 and USB Port shown Radio with CD MP...

Page 205: ...llows for more radio volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Finding a Station BAND Press to choose between FM1 FM2 AM or XM if equipped on the Radio with CD Base Press to choose between FM AM XM if equipped on the Radio with CD MP3 and USB Port or the Radio with CD MP3 f Tune Turn to select radio stations SEEK Press to seek or scan stations with a strong signal in the selected band To seek s...

Page 206: ...requency and the time While the ignition is off press 4 to display the time For vehicles with XM MP3 WMA or RDS features press 4 to display additional text information related to the current FM RDS or XM station or CD MP3 WMA song Song title information will be displayed on the top line of the display while the artist information will be displayed on the bottom line it the information is available...

Page 207: ...Press MENU to display the radio setup menu 2 Press the softkey located below the FAV 1 6 tab 3 Select the desired number of favorites pages by pressing the softkey located below the displayed page numbers 4 Press FAV or let the menu time out to return to the original main radio screen showing the radio station frequency tabs and to begin programming favorites Auto Text Satellite Radio Service CD M...

Page 208: ...e setting To adjust the tone settings on the Radio with CD MP3 and USB Port or the Radio with CD MP3 1 Press f until the tone control tabs display 2 Press the softkey below the desired tab to be adjusted 3 To increase the level of the bass midrange or treble Press SEEK or FWD Turn f clockwise 4 To decrease the level of the bass midrange or treble Press SEEK or s REV Turn f counterclockwise The rad...

Page 209: ...an also be adjusted by pressing either SEEK arrow On some radios FWD and s REV can also be used to adjust the highlighted level To adjust balance or fade using 1 Press until the speaker control labels display 2 Continue pressing until the desired speaker control label displays 3 Turn f to adjust the setting The setting can also be adjusted by pressing either SEEK arrow FWD or s REV The radio may b...

Page 210: ...ries can be removed through the setup menu To remove an undesired category 1 Press MENU to display the radio setup menu 2 Press the softkey below the XM CAT tab 3 Turn f to display the category to be removed 4 Press the softkey below the Remove tab until the category name along with the word Removed displays 5 Repeat the steps to remove additional categories Removed categories can be restored by p...

Page 211: ... The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring Full size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner Ejecting a CD Z EJECT Press to eject the CD If the CD is not removed after several seconds the CD automatically pulls back into the player Playing a CD If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it stays in the player When the ignition ...

Page 212: ...rtable audio player is not connected No Aux Input Device Found may display Playing an MP3 CD R or CD RW Disc The radio may have the ability to play an MP3 CD R or CD RW disc See Using an MP3 on page 3 74 for more information CD Messages CHECK DISC If an error message displays and or the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons The CD player is very hot When the temperature returns...

Page 213: ... time and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris If an error displays see CD Messages earlier in this section Using the Auxiliary Input Jack The radio system may have an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate This is not an audio output do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack An external audio de...

Page 214: ...ves Portable USB Hard Drives Fifth generation or later iPod First Second or Third generation iPod nano iPod touch iPod classic Make sure the iPod has the latest firmware from Apple for proper operation iPod firmware can be updated using the latest iTunes application See apple com itunes For help with identifying your iPod go to apple com support Using an MP3 Format Radios that have the capability ...

Page 215: ...t directory of a CD display as F1 ROOT Empty Folder Folders that do not contain files are skipped and the player advances to the next folder that contains files Order of Play Tracks are played in the following order Play begins from the first track in the first playlist and continues sequentially through all tracks in each playlist When the last track of the last playlist has played play continues...

Page 216: ...pressed audio song files Playlists that have an m3u or pls file extension and are stored on a USB device may be supported by the radio with a USB port Playing a CD R or CD RW MP3 f Tune Turn to select MP3 files on the CD currently playing SEEK Press to go to the start of the track if more than ten seconds have played Press and hold or press multiple times to continue moving backward through tracks...

Page 217: ...he current artist playing is shown on the second line of the display Once all songs by that artist are played the player moves to the next artist in alphabetical order and begins playing files by that artist To listen to files by another artist press the softkey located below either arrow tab The disc goes to the next or previous artist in alphabetical order Continue pressing either softkey below ...

Page 218: ...ed it can still be used by connecting it to the Auxiliary Input Jack using a standard 3 5 mm 1 8 inch stereo cable See Using the Auxiliary Input Jack earlier for more information Using the Radio to Control a USB Storage Device or iPod The radio can control a USB storage device or an iPod using the radio buttons and knobs and display song information on the radio s display f Tune Turn to select fil...

Page 219: ... or the root directory on a USB storage device c Folder View Press the softkey below c to view the contents of the current folder on the USB drive To browse and select files 1 Press the softkey below c 2 Turn f to scroll through the list of folders 3 Press f to select the desired folder If there is more then one folder repeat Steps 1 and 2 until the desired folder is reached 4 Turn f to scroll thr...

Page 220: ...he following order First softkey first item in the list Second softkey 1 through the list each time the softkey is pressed Third softkey 5 through the list each time the softkey is pressed Fourth softkey 10 through the list each time the softkey is pressed Fifth softkey end of the list Repeat Functionality To use Repeat Press the softkey below or to select between Repeat All and Repeat Track Repea...

Page 221: ...age device XM Radio Messages XL Explicit Language Channels These channels or any others can be blocked at a customer s request by calling 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 XM Updating The encryption code in the receiver is being updated and no action is required This process should take no longer than 30 seconds No XM Signal The system is functioning correctly but the vehicle is in a location that is blocking t...

Page 222: ...his message is received after having the vehicle serviced check with your dealer retailer XM Radio ID If tuned to channel 0 this message alternates with the XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate the service Unknown If this message is received when tuned to channel 0 there could be a receiver fault Consult with your dealer retailer Check XM Receivr If this message does no...

Page 223: ...ooth system sound comes through the vehicle s front audio system speakers and overrides the audio system Use the audio system volume knob during a call to change the volume level The adjusted volume level remains in memory for later calls To prevent missed calls a minimum volume level is used if the volume is turned down too low Bluetooth Controls Use the buttons located on the steering wheel to o...

Page 224: ...leted To link to a different paired phone see Linking to a Different Phone later in this section Pairing a Phone 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Bluetooth The system responds with Bluetooth ready followed by a tone 3 Say Pair The system responds with instructions and a four digit PIN number The PIN number will be used in Step 4 4 Start t...

Page 225: ...wn use the List command for a list of all paired phones The system responds with Would you like to delete phone name Yes or No followed by a tone 5 Say Yes to delete the phone The system responds with OK deleting phone name Linking to a Different Phone 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Bluetooth The system responds with Bluetooth ready fol...

Page 226: ...er is not correct say No The system will ask for the number to be re entered 4 After the system stores the phone number it responds with Please say the name tag followed by a tone 5 Say a name tag for the phone number The name tag is recorded and the system responds with About to store name tag Does that sound OK If the name tag does not sound correct say No and repeat Step 5 If the name tag sound...

Page 227: ...rded and the system responds with About to store name tag Does that sound OK If the name tag does not sound correct say No and repeat Step 5 If the name tag sounds correct say Yes and the name tag is stored After the number is stored the system returns to the main menu Using the Directory Command The directory command lists all of the name tags stored by the system To use the directory command 1 P...

Page 228: ...t say No The system responds with No OK let s try again please say the name tag Using the Delete All Name Tags Command The delete all name tags command deletes all stored phone book name tags and route name tags for OnStar if present To use the delete all name tags command 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Delete all name tags The system r...

Page 229: ...with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Digit Dial The system responds with Digit dial using phone name please say the first digit to dial followed by a tone 3 Say the digit to be dialed one at a time Following each digit the system will repeat back the digit it heard followed by a tone 4 Continue entering digits until the number to be dialed is complete After the whole number has been entered say Dia...

Page 230: ...2 After the tone say Re dial The system responds with Re dial using phone name and dials the last number called from the connected Bluetooth phone Once connected the person called will be heard through the audio speakers Receiving a Call When an incoming call is received the audio system mutes and a ring tone is heard in the vehicle Press b g and begin speaking to answer the call Press c x to igno...

Page 231: ...e vehicle can be muted so that the person on the other end of the call cannot hear them To Mute a call 1 Press b g The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Mute Call The system responds with Call muted To Cancel Mute 1 Press b g The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 After the tone say Mute Call The system responds with Resuming call Transferring a Call Audio can be tra...

Page 232: ...ne 3 Say Voice The system responds with OK accessing phone name The cell phone s normal prompt messages will go through its cycle according to the phone s operating instructions Dual Tone Multi Frequency DTMF Tones The in vehicle Bluetooth system can send numbers and numbers stored as name tags during a call This is used when calling a menu driven phone system Account numbers can be programmed int...

Page 233: ...ion For information on how to delete this information see the above sections on Deleting a Paired Phone and Deleting Name Tags Other Information The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by General Motors is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Oper...

Page 234: ...o change radio stations select tracks on a CD or to select tracks and navigate folders on an iPod or USB device To change radio stations Press and release w or x to go to the next or previous radio station stored as a preset Press and hold w or x to go to the next or previous radio station in the selected band with a strong signal To select tracks on a CD Press and release w or x to go to the next...

Page 235: ...nterference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers vehicle convenience accessories and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet If there is interference or static unplug the item from the accessory power outlet AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range can cause stati...

Page 236: ...es without being damaged as long as it is securely attached to the base If the mast becomes slightly bent straighten it out by hand If the mast is badly bent replace it Occasionally check to make sure the antenna is tightened to its base If tightening is required tighten by hand until fully seated plus one quarter turn XM Satellite Radio Antenna System The XM Satellite Radio antenna is located on ...

Page 237: ...ad Recovery 4 16 Passing 4 16 Loss of Control 4 16 Racing or Other Competitive Driving 4 18 Driving at Night 4 18 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 19 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 20 Highway Hypnosis 4 20 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 21 Winter Driving 4 22 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 24 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 25 Loading the Vehicle 4 25 Towing 4 31 Towing Your...

Page 238: ...the vehicle s tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire s sidewall near the size Follow recommended scheduled maintenance Defensive Driving Defensive driving means always expect the unexpected The first step in driving defensively is to wear your safety belt See Safety Belts They Are for Everyone on page 1 13 CAUTION Assume that other road users pedestrians bicyclists and other driv...

Page 239: ...t 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 Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This mea...

Page 240: ...ve time to cool between hard stops The brakes will wear out much faster with a lot of heavy braking Keeping pace with the traffic and allowing realistic following distances eliminates a lot of unnecessary braking That means better braking and longer brake life If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven brake normally but do not pump the brakes If the brakes are pumped the pedal cou...

Page 241: ...e might be heard while this test is going on and it might even be noticed that the brake pedal moves or pulses a little This is normal Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes and continue braking Here is what happens with ABS A computer senses that the wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rol...

Page 242: ...dily increasing pressure In an emergency you will probably want to squeeze the brakes hard without locking the wheels If you hear or feel the wheels sliding ease off the brake pedal This helps retain steering control Without ABS it is different See Antilock Brake System ABS on page 4 5 In many emergencies steering can help more than even the very best braking Brake Assist If this vehicle has ESC w...

Page 243: ...age displays For more information see Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 48 and Electronic Stability Control ESC Traction Control System TCS Indicator Warning Light on page 3 35 This light flashes on the instrument panel cluster when the ESC system is on and activated ESC activates when the computer senses a discrepancy between the intended path and the direction the vehicle is actually trave...

Page 244: ...ESC press and hold the button from five to ten seconds When the ESC system is turned off the TRACTION OFF and ESC OFF messages appear and the ESC TCS light comes on to warn the driver that both traction control and ESC are disabled It is recommended that the system remain on for normal driving conditions but it may be necessary to turn the system off if the vehicle is stuck in sand mud ice or snow...

Page 245: ... do not have traction Damage caused by misuse of the vehicle is not covered See your warranty book for additional information Launch Control SS Models Only Launch Control is a form of traction control to control tire spin while launching the vehicle during closed track events and competitive driving The feature is activated when the vehicle is at rest while in Competitive Mode At rest if the accel...

Page 246: ...vehicle is in cruise control while TCS begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage The cruise control can be re engaged when road conditions allow See Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 7 When this light is on and either the SERVICE TRACTION or TRACTION OFF message is displayed the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly See DIC Warnin...

Page 247: ...the vehicle warranty Reduce engine power and do not spin the wheel s excessively while these lights and this message are displayed Notice When traction control is turned off or Competitive Driving Mode is active it is possible to lose traction If you attempt to shift with the drive wheels spinning with a loss of traction it is possible to cause damage to the transmission Do not attempt to shift wh...

Page 248: ...cordingly If the vehicle is in cruise control when the ETS begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage The cruise control can be re engaged when road conditions allow See Cruise Control on page 3 10 The ETS indicator warning light may come on for the following reasons The indicator warning light flashes while the traction control system is limiting wheel spin If the ...

Page 249: ...ft is in L Low The indicator warning light and message will not come on when the gear shift is in R Reverse If the ETS is limiting wheel spin when the transmission is shifted to L Low or R Reverse to turn the system off the indicator warning light and TRACTION OFF will come on in L Low But the system will not turn off right away It will wait until there is no longer a current need to limit wheel s...

Page 250: ...eering movements The electric power steering system does not require regular maintenance If you suspect steering system problems and or the POWER STEERING message comes on contact your dealer retailer for service repairs See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 50 Steering Tips It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed Traction in a curve depends on the condition of the tires and the roa...

Page 251: ...e brakes but unless the vehicle has antilock brakes not enough to lock the wheels See Braking on page 4 4 It is better to remove as much speed as possible from a 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 holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions ...

Page 252: ...r while passing Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect a successful pass If in doubt wait Watch for traffic signs pavement markings and lines that could indicate a turn or an intersection Never cross a solid or double solid line on your side of the lane Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass Doing so can reduce your visibility Wait your tur...

Page 253: ...ways be ready for a second skid if it occurs If the vehicle has Electronic Stability Control ESC the ESC might activate See Electronic Stability Control ESC on page 4 7 Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance ...

Page 254: ...ion on how to add oil see Engine Oil on page 5 17 Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving because some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue Night driving tips include Drive defensively Do not drink and drive Reduce headlamp glare by adjusting the inside rearview mirror Slow down and keep more space between you and ...

Page 255: ...ied away If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous Water can build up under your vehicle s tires so they 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 lit...

Page 256: ...Do they all work and are lenses clean Tires Are treads good Are tires inflated to recommended pressure Weather and Maps Safe to travel Have up to date maps Highway Hypnosis Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving If you become tired or sleepy find a safe place to park your vehicle and rest Other driving tips include Keep the vehicle well ventilated Keep interior temper...

Page 257: ...e assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in N Neutral or with the ignition off is dangerous The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down and they could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have the engine running and the vehicle in gear when going downhill Stay in yo...

Page 258: ...elerate on slippery roads but slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions When driving through deep snow turn off the traction system to help maintain vehicle motion at lower speeds The Antilock Brake System ABS on page 4 5 improves vehicle stability during hard stops on a slippery roads but apply the brakes sooner than when on dry pavement Allow greater following distance on any slip...

Page 259: ...aust on page 2 37 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You cannot see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking the exhaust Run the engine for short periods o...

Page 260: ...in the Index If stuck too severely for the traction system to free the vehicle turn the traction system off and use the rocking method CAUTION If you let your vehicle s tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured The vehicle can overheat causing an engine compartment fire or other damage Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 35 mph 55 km h as ...

Page 261: ...auses a rocking motion that could free the vehicle If that does not get the vehicle out after a few tries it might need to be towed out If the vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 31 Loading the 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 Informa...

Page 262: ...y weight includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options The Tire and Loading Information label also lists the tire size of the original equipment tires C and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures D For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 53 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 61 There is also important loading information on the Ce...

Page 263: ...ehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this ...

Page 264: ...ant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Item Description Total A Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 5 750 lbs 340 kg C Available Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Example 1 Example 2 4 28 ...

Page 265: ...s 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 capacity weight Example 3 4 29 ...

Page 266: ...he actual loads on your 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 the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximu...

Page 267: ... seat folded down unless you need to Towing Towing Your Vehicle To avoid damage the disabled vehicle should be towed with all four wheels off the ground Consult your dealer retailer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 7 To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motorhome see Recr...

Page 268: ...e your dealer retailer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations Is the vehicle ready to be towed Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip make sure the vehicle is prepared to be towed See Before Leaving on a Long Trip on page 4 20 Dinghy Towing Use the following procedure to dinghy tow the vehicle from the front with all four wheels on the ground 1 Set th...

Page 269: ... 65 mph 105 km h while towing the vehicle Notice Towing the vehicle from the rear could damage it Also repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Never have the vehicle towed from the rear Dolly Towing Use the following procedure to dolly tow the vehicle from the front with two wheels on the ground 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Move the shift lever to P Park 3 Set the parking brake...

Page 270: ...he vehicle read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section Trailering is different than just driving the vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling acceleration braking cooling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly The following information has many time tested important trailering ...

Page 271: ...ore than 1 000 miles 1 600 km per year Three important considerations have to do with weight The weight of the trailer The weight of the trailer tongue The total weight on the vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh more than 1 000 lbs 450 kg But even that can be too heavy It depends on how the rig is used For example speed altitude road grades...

Page 272: ...mum load capacity If using a weight carrying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for the vehicle Choose the shortest hitch extension that will position the hitch ball closest to the vehicle This will help reduce the effect of trailer tongue weight on the rear axle After loading the trailer w...

Page 273: ...ions and there is a front seat passenger and two rear seat passengers with some luggage and gear in the vehicle as well 300 lbs 136 kg could be added to the front axle weight and 400 lbs 181 kg to the rear axle weight The vehicle now weighs Weight is still below 7 200 lbs 3 266 kg and you might think 700 additional pounds 318 kg should be subtracted from the trailering capacity to stay within GCWR...

Page 274: ...ne Exhaust on page 2 37 Dirt and water can also enter the vehicle Safety Chains Always attach chains between the vehicle and the 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 Always leave just enough slack so the rig can turn Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes A ...

Page 275: ...iler to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns When turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so the trailer will not strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer The arrows on the instrument panel flas...

Page 276: ...d down the brakes might have to be used so much that they would get hot and no longer work well Pay attention to the engine coolant gage If the indicator is in the red area turn off the air conditioning to reduce engine load See Engine Overheating on page 5 32 Parking on Hills CAUTION Parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer attached can be dangerous If something goes wrong the rig could sta...

Page 277: ...nance Schedule or Index for more information Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid engine oil axle lubricant belts cooling system and brake system It is a good idea to inspect these before and during the trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing The cooling system may temporarily ov...

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Page 279: ...utomatic Transmission Fluid 5 25 Manual Transmission Fluid 5 26 Hydraulic Clutch 5 26 Cooling System 5 26 Engine Coolant 5 27 Pressure Cap 5 32 Engine Overheating 5 32 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 34 Brakes 5 35 Battery 5 38 Jump Starting 5 39 Headlamp Aiming 5 44 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Halogen Bulbs 5 47 Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 5 47 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 49 Tailla...

Page 280: ... Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 102 Care of Safety Belts 5 102 Weatherstrips 5 102 Washing Your Vehicle 5 103 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 103 Finish Care 5 104 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 104 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels and Trim 5 105 Tires 5 106 Sheet Metal Damage 5 106 Finish Damage 5 106 Underbody Maintenance 5 106 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 106 Vehicle Identification 5 107 Vehic...

Page 281: ...uld even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from the installation or use of non GM certified parts including control module modifications are not covered under the terms of the vehicle warranty and may affect remaining warranty coverage for affected parts GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on...

Page 282: ... perchlorate Doing Your Own Service Work CAUTION You can be injured and the vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before attempting any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can...

Page 283: ... E85 85 Ethanol on page 5 7 If the vehicle has the 2 0L L4 engine VIN Code X use only unleaded gasoline See Gasoline Octane on page 5 5 Gasoline Octane If the vehicle has the 2 2L L4 engine VIN Code B use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher If the octane rating is less than 87 you might notice an audible knocking noise when you drive commonly referred to as spark ...

Page 284: ...diagnosis If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs might not be covered by the vehicle warranty Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing the emission control system to work properly In most cases you should not have to add...

Page 285: ...on If this occurs return to your dealer retailer for service Fuel E85 85 Ethanol The 8th digit of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN shows the code letter or number that identifies the vehicle s engine The VIN is at the top left of the instrument panel See Vehicle Identification Number VIN on page 5 107 If your vehicle has the 2 2L L4 engine VIN Code B or the 2 4L L4 engine VIN Code V you can u...

Page 286: ...diately after refueling for at least seven miles 11 km to allow the vehicle to adapt to the change in ethanol concentration E85 has less energy per gallon than gasoline so you will need to refill the fuel tank more often when using E85 than when you are using gasoline See Filling the Tank on page 5 9 Notice Some additives are not compatible with E85 fuel and can harm the vehicle s fuel system Do n...

Page 287: ...smoke if you are near fuel or refueling the vehicle Do not use cellular phones Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling the vehicle This is against the law in some places Do not re enter the vehicle while pumping fuel Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel To open the fuel door push the rearward center ...

Page 288: ...he tethered fuel cap from the hook on the fuel door CAUTION Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly If you spill fuel and then something ignites it you could be badly burned This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full and is 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 fu...

Page 289: ...ings and Messages on page 3 50 for more information To close the fuel door securely push the door to the closed position CAUTION If a fire starts while you are refueling do not remove the nozzle Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant Leave the area immediately Notice If you need a new fuel cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer retailer can ...

Page 290: ...h the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping fuel Do not use a cellular phone while pumping fuel Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan ...

Page 291: ... release lever to the left It is located under the front center of the grille 3 After you have partially lifted the hood gas struts will automatically take over to lift and hold the hood in the fully open position Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Lower the hood until the lifting force of the struts is reduced then release the hood to latch fully Check to make sur...

Page 292: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2 4L engine 2 2L engine similar here is what you will see 5 14 ...

Page 293: ...Out of View See Cooling System Cooling System on page 5 26 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 17 G Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 17 H Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brakes on page 5 35 and Hydraulic Clutch on page 5 26 I Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 5 39 J Engine Compartment Fus...

Page 294: ...When you open the hood on the 2 0L L4 engine this is what you will see 5 16 ...

Page 295: ...Compartment Fuse Block on page 5 111 I Remote Negative Terminal See Jump Starting on page 5 39 J Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 5 39 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop See E...

Page 296: ...114 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 14 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when through 2 2L L4 Engi...

Page 297: ... SAE 20W 50 American Petroleum Institute API starburst symbol Oils meeting these requirements should have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Notice Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol ...

Page 298: ... container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 American Petroleum Institute API starburst symbol Oils meeting these requirements should have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API This vehicle s engine was filled at the factory with a synthetic oil meeting all...

Page 299: ... and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change is indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly the system must be reset every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it indicates that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE OIL SOON message comes on See DIC Warnings a...

Page 300: ... and hold the reset button until the DIC display shows ACKNOWLEDGED This will tell you the system has been reset 5 Turn the key to LOCK OFF For vehicles with the 2 2L VIN code V or 2 4L VIN code B engines you can also reset the system as follows 1 Turn the ignition key to ON RUN with the engine off 2 Fully press and release the accelerator pedal slowly three times within five seconds 3 Turn the ke...

Page 301: ...intenance on page 6 4 for more information If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change The 2 0L engine inspect at each oil change Replace filter if appears dusty or dirty How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter 2 2L and 2 4L Engines See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 14 for the location of the engine air cleaner filter To inspect the air cl...

Page 302: ... to reinstall the system Be sure to reinstall the housing tightly How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter 2 0L Engine Only See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 14 for the location of 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 filt...

Page 303: ...e can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into the engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you are driving Automatic Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take your vehicle to a dealer retailer and have it repaired as soon as poss...

Page 304: ...r retailer when the oil is changed See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 14 for the proper fluid to use Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self adjusting This system does not have its own reservoir It receives fluid from the brake master cylinder reservoir See Brakes on page 5 35 for more information Cooling System The Cooling System allows the engine to mai...

Page 305: ...Using coolant other than DEX COOL can cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant could require changing sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in the vehicle Engine Coolant The cooling system in the vehicle is filled with DEX ...

Page 306: ...s to be added This mixture Gives freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C outside temperature Gives boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C engine temperature Protects against rust and corrosion Will not damage aluminum parts Helps keep the proper engine temperature Notice If an improper coolant mixture is used the engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by the ve...

Page 307: ...recovery tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at or above the COLD FILL mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant recovery tank but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at the COLD FILL A line or a little higher ...

Page 308: ... An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan 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 surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never tur...

Page 309: ...urning the pressure cap and remove it 3 Add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture to the coolant fill port up to the base of the port See Engine Coolant on page 5 27 Engine Coolant for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Rinse or wipe any spilled coolant from the engine and the compartment 5 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the COLD FILL A line 6 Put the cap back on the coolant...

Page 310: ...tion Engine Overheating The vehicle has several indicators to warn of engine overheating You will find a coolant temperature warning light and a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle s instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 3 36 and Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3 36 for more information You may decide not to lift the hood when this warning appears but i...

Page 311: ...he vehicle until the engine is cool If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when the vehicle Climbs a long hill on a hot day Stops after high speed driving Idles for long periods in traffic Tows a trailer If the overheat warning is ...

Page 312: ...le in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 14 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix...

Page 313: ...nd or clutch hydraulic system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes and or clutch will not work well Do not top off the brake clutch fluid Adding fluid does not correct a leak If fluid is added when the brake linings are worn there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed Add or remove fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake clutch hydraulic sys...

Page 314: ...rash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake or clutch hydraulic system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in the brake or clutch hydraulic system can damage brake or clutch hydraulic system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If brake fluid is spill...

Page 315: ...he brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications in Capacities and Specifications on page 5 114 If the vehicle has rear drum brakes they do not have wear indicators but if a rear brake rubbing noise is heard have the rear brake linings ...

Page 316: ...your dealer retailer for one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label The battery is located in the cargo area Access to the battery is not necessary to jump start the vehicle See Jump Starting on page 5 39 Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive ...

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

Page 318: ... will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save the radio 4 Open the hood on the other vehicle and locate the positive and negative terminal locations on that vehicle You will not see the battery of your vehicle under the hood It is located in the rear cargo area You will not need to access your battery for jump starting The vehicle has a remote positive and a remote negative jum...

Page 319: ... CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of tha...

Page 320: ...rminal location on the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Do not let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not...

Page 321: ... Negative Terminal GND B Good Battery or Remote Positive and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles 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...

Page 322: ...amps as described The vehicle should Be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft 7 6 m from a light colored wall Have all four tires on a level surface which is level all the way to the wall Be placed so it is perpendicular to the wall or other flat surface Not have any snow ice or mud on it Be fully assembled and all other work stopped while headlamp aiming is being performed Normally loaded with a full...

Page 323: ...mark it 5 Draw or tape a horizontal line B on the wall the width of the vehicle at the height of the mark in Step 4 Notice Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut off when aiming Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build up which may cause damage to the headlamp 6 Turn on the low beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being adjusted Do...

Page 324: ...clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the angle of the beam The top edge of the cut off should be positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line 9 Make sure that the light from the headlamp is positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line The lamp on the left A shows the correct headlamp aim The lamp on the right B shows the incorrect headlamp aim 10 Repeat Steps 7...

Page 325: ...in this section contact your dealer retailer Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps A Headlamp B Turn Signal Parking Lamp 5 47 ...

Page 326: ...in behind the wheel well liner and locate the bulb to be changed 4 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it straight out of the lamp assembly 5 Pull the old bulb straight out of the bulb socket 6 Push the new bulb straight into the bulb socket until it clicks 7 Push the bulb socket straight into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise to lock it into place 8 Reinstall the wheel well liner...

Page 327: ...near the top of the liftgate 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it straight out of the lamps assembly 4 Pull the old bulb straight out of the bulb socket 5 Push the new bulb straight into the bulb socket until it clicks 6 Push the bulb socket straight into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise to lock it into place 7 Reinstall the center trim 5 49 ...

Page 328: ... Liftgate on page 2 12 2 Remove the cover in the rear cargo area of the vehicle to access the bulbs 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it straight out of the lamp assembly 4 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket 5 Install a new bulb When installing the bulb socket into the assembly line up the tabs with the slots in the bulb assembly 5 50 ...

Page 329: ...d pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Push the new bulb into the bulb socket and turn it clockwise to lock it into place 5 Push and turn the license plate back through the fascia opening 6 Reinstall the two screws holding the license plate lamps to the fascia Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back up Lamp and CHMSL 921 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamp Amber 5702KA Front Turn Sig...

Page 330: ...fferent ways For the proper type and length see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 16 Here s how to remove the wiper blade 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 While holding the wiper arm lift the clip up from the blade connecting point and pull the blade assembly down toward the windshield to remove it from the wiper arm 3 Install the new wiper blade on the wiper arm an...

Page 331: ...or additional information refer to the tire manufacturer CAUTION Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading your vehicle s tires can cause overheating as a result of too much flexing You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading the Vehicle on page 4 25 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious ...

Page 332: ...ct with road hazards like potholes or sharp edged objects or when sliding into a curb The vehicle warranty does not cover this type of damage Keep tires set to the correct inflation pressure and when possible avoid contact with curbs potholes and other road hazards Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall The examples below show a typical passenger vehicle...

Page 333: ... Department of Transportation code is the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture E Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread F Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire ...

Page 334: ... Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following the DOT Department of Transportation code is the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be ...

Page 335: ... to standards set by the U S Tire and Rim Association B Tire Width The three digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire 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 a...

Page 336: ...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 5 61 Curb Weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fue...

Page 337: ...ing 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 the Vehicle on page 4 25 Occupant Distribution Designated seating positions Outward ...

Page 338: ... show across the tread of a tire when only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 69 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 339: ...hows 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 Info...

Page 340: ... Monitor System TPMS uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your vehicle s tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placa...

Page 341: ... TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 5 64 for additional information Federal Communications Commission FCC and Industry and Science Canada The Tire P...

Page 342: ...rmation and details about the DIC operation and displays see DIC Operation and Displays on page 3 48 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 50 The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as you start to drive This could be an early indicator that the air pressure in the tire s are getting low and need to be inflated to the pr...

Page 343: ...cessfully after rotating the vehicle s tires The DIC message and TPMS malfunction light should go off once the TPMS sensor matching process is performed successfully See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in this section One or more TPMS sensors are missing or damaged The DIC message and the TPMS malfunction light should go off when the TPMS sensors are installed and the sensor matching process is...

Page 344: ... The TPMS matching process is outlined below 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition switch to ON RUN with the engine off 3 Press and hold the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter s LOCK and UNLOCK buttons at the same time for about five seconds to start the TPMS learn mode The horn sounds twice indicating the TPMS receiver is ready and in learn mode 4 Start with the driver side front tire The...

Page 345: ...CK OFF and start over beginning with Step 2 10 Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label 11 Put the valve caps back on the valve stems Tire Inspection and Rotation We recommend that you regularly inspect your vehicle s tires including the spare tire for signs of wear or damage See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 69 for m...

Page 346: ... page 5 61 and Loading the Vehicle on page 4 25 Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 5 64 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 114 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after time The wheel could come ...

Page 347: ...The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage The rubber in tires degrades over time even if they are not being used This is also true for the spare tire if your vehicle has one Multiple conditions affect how ...

Page 348: ...have an all season tread design the TPC Spec number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 5 54 for additional information GM recommends replacing tires in sets of four This is because uniform tread depth on all tires will help keep your vehicle performing most like it did when the tires were new Replacing less than a full set of tires can affect the braking ...

Page 349: ...ion Label See Loading the Vehicle on page 4 25 for more information about the Tire and Loading Information Label and its location on your vehicle Different Size Tires and Wheels If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires this could affect the way your vehicle performs including its braking ride and handling characteristics stability and resis...

Page 350: ... cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and...

Page 351: ...d possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling to one side or the other the alignmen...

Page 352: ... problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 76 for more information Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION Putting a used wheel on the vehicle is dangerous You cannot know how it has been used or how far it has been driven It cou...

Page 353: ... accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehic...

Page 354: ...Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transmission shift lever in P Park or shift a manual transmission to 1 First or R Reverse CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle To be even more certain the vehicle will not move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire ...

Page 355: ...nge a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jack wheel wrench and spare tire are stowed in the rear of the vehicle underneath the floor of the cargo area To remove the spare tire and tools 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate on page 2 12 for more information 2 Remove the cargo cover 5 77 ...

Page 356: ... spare tire by placing your hands at the four and eight o clock positions Gently pull it up and out of the trunk See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 98 6 Remove the wing nut that holds the jack Then remove the jack wheel wrench and flat tire strap The tools needed are the jack A and wheel wrench B 5 78 ...

Page 357: ...Turn the plastic wheel nut counterclockwise to loosen the wheel wrench from the jack Press the button and then pull on the end of the wheel wrench to extend the handle 5 79 ...

Page 358: ... check before proceeding See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 76 for more information 2 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Do not remove them yet 3 Position the jack and raise the jack lift head to fit over the car flange under the down arrow markings on the rocker panel 5 80 ...

Page 359: ...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 4 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit undernea...

Page 360: ...emove any rust CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 76 6 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 7 Place the compact spa...

Page 361: ...he vehicle s wheel could fall off causing a crash 8 Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 9 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 5 83 ...

Page 362: ...ing accessory locking wheel nuts See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 114 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 114 for the...

Page 363: ...es Do not use the compact spare tire in the event of a front flat tire You must use the rear tire to replace the front flat tire To change the rear road tire Rear Tire Changing Procedure 1 Do a safety check before proceeding See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 76 for more information 2 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts on the rear tire Do not remove them yet 5 85 ...

Page 364: ...s dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 5...

Page 365: ...jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well 5 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the tire 6 Install the compact spare tire 5 87 ...

Page 366: ... get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 76 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 8 Place the compact spare tire on the wheel mounting surface CAUTION Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose The vehicle s wheel could fall off causing a crash 9 Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the n...

Page 367: ...ing accessory locking wheel nuts See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 114 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 114 for the...

Page 368: ... location The rear road tire will be used to replace the front flat tire See Rear Tire Changing Procedure in this section 2 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts on the front flat tire Do not remove them yet 3 Position the jack on the front position and raise the jack lift head to fit over the car flange under the down arrow markings on the rocker panel 5 90 ...

Page 369: ...ck 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 4 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the tire 5 91 ...

Page 370: ...nuts become loose after time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When changing a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 76 5 92 ...

Page 371: ...nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each by hand until the wheel is held against the hub CAUTION Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose The vehicle s wheel could fall off causing a crash 10 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 5 93 ...

Page 372: ...ications Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 114 for the wheel nut torque specification 11 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown Storing a Flat or Spare Tire...

Page 373: ...n this section 3 Install the cargo cover For more information see Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover on page 2 52 4 Place the tire lying flat in the rear storage compartment If there is a loop on the end of the strap used to secure the flat tire go to Step 5 If there is not a loop go to Step 8 5 Route the loop end of the strap C through one of the cargo tie downs A located in the rear of the veh...

Page 374: ...8 Route the hook end of the strap through the wheel Aluminum Wheel Steel Wheel 5 96 ...

Page 375: ...ing the compact spare tire once you are done using it A Retainer B Cover C Spare Tire D Wing Nut E Jack and Wheel Wrench F Strap G Bolt 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate on page 2 12 for more information 2 Install the strap F on the floor of the spare tire compartment 3 Place the jack and wheel wrench E over the bolt G making sure the strap is securely stored under the jack and wheel wrench 5 97 ...

Page 376: ...on the vehicle stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare tire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have the full size tire repaired or replaced at your convenience Of course it is best to replace the spare with a full size tire as soon as possible The spare tir...

Page 377: ... the surfaces being 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 Using abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on the vehicle could scratch the glass and or cause dam...

Page 378: ... s interior Fabric Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor carpet and carpeted floor mats For any soil always try to remove it first with plain water or club soda Before cleaning gently remove as much of the soil as possible using one of the following techniques For...

Page 379: ...be used to blot excess moisture from the fabric or carpet Leather A soft cloth dampened with water can 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 leather cleaner...

Page 380: ...ey can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Some commercial products may increase gloss on the 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 It may severely...

Page 381: ...ler Follow all manufacturers directions regarding correct product usage necessary safety precautions and appropriate disposal of any vehicle care product Rinse the vehicle well before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely If they are allowed to dry on the surface they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and wat...

Page 382: ...erior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years To help keep the paint finish looking new keep the vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster Washing with water is all that is usually needed However chrome polish may b...

Page 383: ...warranty Use only approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome plated wheels The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of the vehicle Do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because they could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Notice Using chrome polish on aluminum whee...

Page 384: ...r dealer s retailer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain ...

Page 385: ...Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code helps identify the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 114 for the vehicle s engine code Service Parts Identification Label This label is on the inside of the glove box It is very helpful if parts need to be ordered The label has the ...

Page 386: ...l to the vehicle see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 77 Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses in the fuse block An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn off If this happens have the headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow...

Page 387: ...rrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of the vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can There are two fuse blocks in the vehicle the floor console fuse block and the engine compartment fuse block There are also one or two fuses located at the back of the vehicle near th...

Page 388: ...II 9 Stoplamp 10 Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning PASS Key III 11 Empty 12 Spare 13 Airbag 14 Spare 15 Windshield Wiper 16 Climate Control System Ignition 17 Window Retained Accessory Power 18 Empty 19 Electric Power Steering Steering Wheel Control 20 Sunroof 21 Spare 22 Empty 23 Audio System 24 XM Radio OnStar 5 110 ...

Page 389: ...er RAP Engine Compartment Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located on the driver side of the engine compartment Lift the cover to access the fuse relay block Notice Spilling liquid on any electrical components on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component Fuses Usage 1 Electric Power Steering 2 Rear Defogger 3 Empty 4 Body Control Module 3 5 Starting System ...

Page 390: ...ime Running Lamps 32 Empty 33 Emissions 36 Power Windows Fuses Usage 37 Power Seat Option 40 Cooling Fan 41 Engine Control Module 42 Cam Phaser Turbo Only 43 Engine Control Module Transmission 44 Antilock Brake System Option 45 Injectors Ignition Module 46 Backup Lamps 47 Heated Seat 49 Windshield Washer Pump 53 Fog Lamps Option 56 Sensing and Diagnostic Module SDM 57 Antilock Brake System Option ...

Page 391: ...d Washer 50 Cooling Fan 51 Run Crank 52 Windshield Wiper 54 Fog Lamps Option 55 Horn 68 Parking Lamps 70 Windshield Wipers 71 Headlamp Low Beam 72 Headlamp High Beam A Center High Mounted Stoplamp Relay and a Rear Access Panel Door Interlock Relay Panel Van only are located underhood in front of the left shock tower The Left Rear Access Panel Door Relay Panel Van Only and the Right Rear Access Pan...

Page 392: ...Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood See your dealer retailer for more information Cooling System 2 0L Engine 9 2 qt 8 7 L 2 2L Engine 7 4 qt 7 0 L 2 4L Engine with Automatic Transmission 8 5 qt 8 0 L 2 4L Engine with Manual Transmission 8 7 qt 8 2 L Engine Oil with Filter 5 0 qt 4 7 L ...

Page 393: ...d Refill 1 7 qt 1 6 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 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 2 0L L4 Engine X Automatic Manual 0 035 in 0 90 mm 2 2L L4 Engine B Automatic Manual 0 040 in 1 01 mm 2 4L L4 Engine V Automatic Manual 0 040 in 1 01 mm 5 115 ...

Page 394: ... NOTES 5 116 ...

Page 395: ...duled Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 7 Maintenance Footnotes 6 8 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 10 At Least Once a Year 6 11 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 14 Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 16 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 17 Maintenance Record 6 18 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Page 396: ... important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from the vehicle To help protect the environment and to keep the vehicle in good condition be sure to maintain the vehicle properly Using the Maintenance Schedule We want to help keep this vehicle in good working condition B...

Page 397: ...chnician do the work See Doing Your Own Service Work on page 5 4 Some maintenance services can be complex So unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment have your dealer retailer do these jobs When you go to your dealer retailer for service trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine parts To purchase service information see Service Publi...

Page 398: ...oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 5 21 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system When the CHANGE OIL SOON message appears certain services checks and inspections are required Required services are described in the following for Maintenance I and Maintenance II Generally it is recommended that the first service be Maintenance I the second service be Main...

Page 399: ...cleaner filter If necessary replace filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 23 See footnote k 2 0L engine only Inspect engine air cleaner filter If necessary replace filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 23 Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 67 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 6 10 Inspect brake sy...

Page 400: ...this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling system See footnote c Inspect wiper blades See footnote d Inspect restraint system components See footnote e Lubricate body components See footnote f Replace passenger compartment air filter See footnote l Inspect throttle system See footnote g 6 6 ...

Page 401: ...0 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 23 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter severe service only See footnote h Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every five years whichever occurs first An Emission Con...

Page 402: ...contamination Clean the windshield and wiper blades if contaminated Replace wiper blades that are worn or damaged See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 5 52 and Windshield and Wiper Blades on page 5 104 for more information e Make sure the safety belt reminder light and safety belt assemblies are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anyt...

Page 403: ... vehicle system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired and the fluid level checked Add fluid if needed k If driving regularly under dusty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change l If driving regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often m Visually inspect belt for fraying excessive cracks or obvious damage Replace belt if ne...

Page 404: ...d 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 Inspect the 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 5 61 Check to make sure the spare tire is stored securely See Cha...

Page 405: ...off the engine immediately if it starts 3 For automatic transmission vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The vehicle should start only in P Park or N Neutral If the vehicle starts in any other position contact your dealer retailer for service For manual transmission vehicles put the shift lever in Neutral push the clutch pedal down halfway and try to start the engine The vehicle should s...

Page 406: ... Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of P Park with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of P Park contact your dealer retailer for service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition to LOCK OFF in each shift lever position For automatic transmission vehicles the ignition should turn to LOCK OFF only wh...

Page 407: ...ake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in N Neutral slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the P Park mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to P Park Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact y...

Page 408: ... the starburst symbol will meet this GM standard Look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M For the proper viscosity see Engine Oil on page 5 17 Usage Fluid Lubricant Engine Cooling System 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 5 27 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No U S 12377967 in Canada 89021320...

Page 409: ... S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 123...

Page 410: ...ts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 2 0L Engine 15909459 2 2L and 2 4L Engines 22731072 A3054C Engine Oil Filter 12605566 PF457G Passenger Compartment Air Filter 52493319 CF125 Spark Plugs 2 0L Engine 12617309 41 108 2 2L and 2 4L Engines 12625058 41 103 Wiper Blades Front 19 7 inches 50 cm 25882578 Rear 10 8 inches 27 4 cm 22709463 6 16 ...

Page 411: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing Dotted line shows routing for vehicles without air conditioning 6 17 ...

Page 412: ...ices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 9 can be added on the following record pages You should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18 ...

Page 413: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 19 ...

Page 414: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 20 ...

Page 415: ...1 Courtesy Transportation 7 11 Collision Damage Repair 7 13 Reporting Safety Defects 7 16 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 16 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 16 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 16 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 17 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 7 18 Event Data Recorders 7 18 OnStar 7 19 Navigation System ...

Page 416: ...manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help in the U S call the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 222 1020 In Canada call General Motors of Canada Customer Communication Centre at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in or...

Page 417: ...ute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BB...

Page 418: ...signed so that 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...

Page 419: ...nada Canada www gm ca My GM Canada is a password protected section of www gm ca 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 Dealers Retailers Save details such as addr...

Page 420: ...ressed to United States Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 Chevrolet com 1 800 222 1020 1 800 833 2438 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish From U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Canada Customer Assistance General M...

Page 421: ...le such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more details or to determine your vehicle s eligibility visit gmmobility com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800...

Page 422: ... miles 160 000 km whichever comes first In the U S anyone driving the vehicle is covered In Canada a person driving the vehicle without permission from the owner is not covered Roadside Assistance is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without n...

Page 423: ... to change a flat tire with the spare tire The spare tire if equipped must be in good condition and properly inflated It is the owner s responsibility for the repair or replacement of the tire if it is not covered by the warranty Battery Jump Start Service is provided to jump start a dead battery Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance If your trip is interrupted due to a warranty failure incide...

Page 424: ...its and Assistance Must be over 250 kilometres from where your trip was started to qualify General Motors of Canada Limited requires pre authorization original detailed receipts and a copy of the repair orders Once authorization has been received the Roadside Assistance advisor will help you make arrangements and explain how to receive payment Alternative Service If assistance cannot be provided r...

Page 425: ...ing the vehicle for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for the same day repair Courtesy Transportation To enhance your ownership experience we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for vehicles with the Bumper to Bumper Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada and extended powertrain and hybrid s...

Page 426: ... addition for U S customers should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts See your dealer for information regarding the allowance amounts for reimbursement of fuel or other transportation costs Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may a...

Page 427: ...ginally built Genuine GM Collision parts are your best choice to ensure that your vehicle s designed appearance durability and safety are preserved The use of Genuine GM parts can help maintain your GM New Vehicle Warranty Recycled original equipment parts may also be used for repair These parts are typically removed from vehicles that were total losses in prior crashes In most cases the parts bei...

Page 428: ...iginal Equipment Manufacturer OEM parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts Read your lease carefully as you may be charged at the end of your lease for poor quality repairs If a Crash Occurs Here is what to do if you are involved in a crash Check to make sure that you are all right If you are uninjured make sure that no one else in your vehicle or the other vehicle is injured If there has b...

Page 429: ...le If you have a question ask for an explanation Reputable shops welcome this opportunity Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair If you have a pre determined repair facility of choice take your vehicle there or have it towed there Specify to the facility that any required replacement...

Page 430: ...HTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue S E Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from safercar gov Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect notify Transport Canada immediately in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited Call them at 1 800 333 0510 or write to Tr...

Page 431: ... a Portfolio Owner Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 U S plus processing fee Without Portfolio Owner Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 U S plus processing fee Current and Past Model Order Forms Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551...

Page 432: ...eferences such as radio pre sets seat positions and temperature settings Event Data Recorders This vehicle has an Event Data Recorder EDR The main purpose of an EDR is to record in certain crash or near crash like situations such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle s systems performed The EDR is designed to record data related to ...

Page 433: ...by law Data that GM collects or receives may also be used for GM research needs or may be made available to others for research purposes where a need is shown and the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner OnStar If your vehicle has OnStar and you subscribe to the OnStar services please refer to the OnStar Terms and Conditions for information on data collection and use See also On...

Page 434: ... NOTES 7 20 ...

Page 435: ...Airbag Readiness Light 3 30 Airbag System 1 58 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 78 How Does an Airbag Restrain 1 64 Passenger Sensing System 1 66 1 72 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 77 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 1 64 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 1 65 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 63 Where Are the Airbags 1 61 Airbags Passenger Status Indicator 3 31 Ant...

Page 436: ...7 7 Audio System 3 61 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 94 Setting the Clock 3 62 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 96 Audio System s 3 63 Audio Systems Radio Reception 3 95 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 94 Automatic Door Lock 2 10 Automatic Headlamp System 3 16 Automatic Transmission Fluid 5 25 Operation 2 28 B Battery 5 38 Electric Power Management 3 18 Run Down Protection 3 18 Belt Routing Engine 6...

Page 437: ...ications 5 114 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust 2 37 Liftgate 2 12 Winter Driving 4 22 Care of Safety Belts 5 102 Cargo Rear Side Door 2 12 CD MP3 3 74 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 49 Chains Tire 5 74 Charging System Light 3 32 Check Engine Lamp 3 37 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 12 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 106 Child Restraints Infants and Young Children 1 35 Lower Anchors and Tethers fo...

Page 438: ...ire 5 98 Compass 2 39 Competitive Driving Racing or Other 4 18 Content Theft Deterrent 2 19 Control of a Vehicle 4 3 Convenience Net 2 54 Coolant Engine 5 27 Engine Temperature Gage 3 36 Engine Temperature Warning Light 3 36 Cooling System 5 26 Courtesy Transportation 7 11 Cruise Control 3 10 Cupholders 2 51 Customer Assistance 7 6 Offices 7 6 Text Telephone TTY Users 7 6 Customer Information Serv...

Page 439: ...k 4 3 Highway Hypnosis 4 20 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 21 In Rain and on Wet Roads 4 19 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving cont Off Road Recovery 4 16 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 4 25 Winter 4 22 Driving for Better Fuel Economy 4 2 E E85 Fuel 5 7 EDR 7 18 Electrical Equipment Add On Equipment 5 108 Electrical System Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 111 Floor Console Fuse Block 5 109 Fuses and Circu...

Page 440: ...on System ETS Active Light 4 12 Enhanced Traction System ETS Indicator Warning Light 3 34 Entry Exit Lighting 3 17 Event Data Recorders 7 18 Extender Safety Belt 1 31 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 23 Finish Damage 5 106 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 96 Flashers Hazard Warning 3 6 Flash to Pass 3 8 Flat Tire 5 75 Flat Tire Changing 5 76 Flat Tire Storing 5 94 Fluid Automatic Transmission 5 25 Windshield Was...

Page 441: ...er 5 108 G Gage Speedometer 3 28 Tachometer 3 28 Gages Boost 3 42 Engine Coolant Temperature 3 36 Fuel 3 42 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Specifications 5 6 Glove Box 2 51 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 7 7 H Halogen Bulbs 5 47 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Head Restraints 1 7 Headlamp Aiming 5 44 Headlamp Wiring 5 108 Headlamps 3 14 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 3 15 Flash to Pass 3 8 He...

Page 442: ...n System ETS 3 34 Infants and Young Children Restraints 1 35 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 61 Instrument Panel Brightness 3 17 Cluster 3 27 Overview 3 4 Storage Area 2 51 Introduction 6 2 J Jump Starting 5 39 K Keyless Entry Remote Operation 2 4 Keyless Entry System 2 4 Keys 2 3 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 5 54 Lamp Malfunction Indicator 3 37 Lamps Daytime Running DRL 3 15 Dome 3 17 License Plate 5 51 Mi...

Page 443: ...Delayed Locking 2 10 Door 2 9 Lockout Protection 2 12 Power Door 2 9 Programmable Automatic Door Unlock 2 10 Rear Door Security Locks 2 11 Loss of Control 4 16 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 1 43 Lumbar Power Controls 1 4 M Maintenance Footnotes 6 8 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services 6 7 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 10 At Least Once a Year 6 11 Maintenance R...

Page 444: ...stem Privacy 7 19 Net Convenience 2 54 New Vehicle Break In 2 22 O Odometer 3 28 Off Road Recovery 4 16 Oil Engine 5 17 Engine Oil Life System 5 21 Pressure Light 3 40 Older Children Restraints 1 32 Online Owner Center 7 5 OnStar Privacy 7 19 OnStar System see OnStar Manual 2 47 Outlet Adjustment 3 24 Outlets Accessory Power 3 19 Outside Convex Mirror 2 43 Power Mirrors 2 41 Owner Checks and Servi...

Page 445: ...Pregnancy Using Safety Belts 1 31 Pressure Cap 5 32 Privacy 7 18 Navigation System 7 19 OnStar 7 19 Radio Frequency Identification RFID 7 19 Programmable Automatic Door Unlock 2 10 Proposition 65 Warning California 5 4 R Racing or Other Competitive Driving 4 18 Radio Frequency Identification RFID Privacy 7 19 Radio s 3 63 Radios Reception 3 95 Setting the Clock 3 62 Theft Deterrent 3 94 Range Adju...

Page 446: ...ystem ETS 4 13 Roadside Assistance Program 7 7 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 4 25 Roof Sunroof 2 56 Roof Rack System 2 54 Running the Vehicle While Parked 2 38 S Safety Belt Reminders 3 29 Safety Belts Care of 5 102 Extender 1 31 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 18 Lap Shoulder Belt 1 26 Safety Belts Are for Everyone 1 13 Use During Pregnancy 1 31 Safety Defects Reporting to the Canadian G...

Page 447: ...eter 3 28 Split Folding Rear Seat 1 10 Start Vehicle Remote 2 7 Starting the Engine 2 25 Steering 4 14 Steering Wheel Controls Audio 3 94 Steering Wheel Tilt Wheel 3 6 Storage Areas Convenience Net 2 54 Cupholders 2 51 Floor Console Storage Area 2 51 Glove Box 2 51 Hideaway Rear Storage Bins 2 55 Instrument Panel 2 51 Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover 2 52 Roof Rack System 2 54 Stuck in Sand Mu...

Page 448: ... a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 5 94 Terminology and Definitions 5 58 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 72 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 5 73 Wheel Replacement 5 73 When It Is Time for New Tires 5 69 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 31 Towing a Trailer 4 34 4 41 Your Vehicle 4 31 Traction Control System TCS 4 10 Limited Slip Differential 4 13 Traction Control System 3 35 Traction System Enhanced 3 34...

Page 449: ... Identification Label 5 107 Vehicle Personalization DIC 3 56 Vehicle Remote Start 2 7 Ventilation Adjustment 3 24 Visors 2 18 W Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 26 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages 3 50 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Safety and Symbols iii Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 73 Different Size 5 71 Replacement 5 73 When It Is Time for New Tires 5 69 Where to Put the Child Restra...

Page 450: ...Replacement 5 52 Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 104 Wiper Fuses 5 108 Wipers 3 8 Winter Driving 4 22 Wiper Activated Headlamps 3 15 Wipers Rear Washer 3 10 X XM Radio Messages 3 81 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 96 Y Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 16 ...

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