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Windshield Wiper/Washer

The windshield wiper lever is located on the right side of
the steering column.

Turns the wipers off.

Turn this band for intermittent or speed sensitive

operation. As vehicle speed increases or decreases, the
wiper interval also increases or decreases.

Delays wiping cycle. Turn the band up for more

frequent wipes.

Slow wipes.

Fast wipes.

Use for a single wiping cycle.

Windshield Washer:

Press the button at the end of the

lever until the washers begin.

See

Windshield Wipers on page 4

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and

Windshield

Washer on page 4

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Climate Controls

The vehicle's heating, cooling, and ventilation can be
controlled with this system.

Vehicles with Air Conditioning shown, without Air

Conditioning similar

A. Air Delivery Mode

Control

B. Fan Control

C. Temperature Control

D. Air Conditioning

E. Rear Window Defogger

F. Recirculation

See

Climate Control System on page 4

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Summary of Contents for 2010 Cobalt

Page 1: ...stem 2 53 Restraint System Check 2 74 Features and Controls 3 1 Keys 3 3 Doors and Locks 3 8 Windows 3 14 Theft Deterrent Systems 3 16 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 3 20 Mirrors 3 37 Storage Areas 3 39 Sunroof 3 40 Instrument Panel 4 1 Instrument Panel Overview 4 3 Climate Controls 4 14 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 4 18 Driver Information Center DIC 4 38 Audio System s 4 52 Driving Y...

Page 2: ...9 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 56 Tires 6 57 Appearance Care 6 115 Vehicle Identification 6 123 Electrical System 6 124 Capacities and Specifications 6 131 Maintenance Schedule 7 1 Maintenance Schedule 7 2 Customer Assistance Information 8 1 Customer Assistance and Information 8 2 Reporting Safety Defects 8 15 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 8 18 Index i 1 ...

Page 3: ...for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer retailer or from On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l adresse suivante Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 1 8...

Page 4: ...sult in property or vehicle damage This would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means Do Not Do not do this or Do not let this happen Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component con...

Page 5: ...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 Gauge 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 ...

Page 6: ...2 NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...1 11 Exterior Lighting 1 12 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 13 Climate Controls 1 13 Vehicle Features 1 14 Radio s 1 14 Satellite Radio 1 15 Portable Audio Devices Auxiliary Input or USB Port 1 16 Steering Wheel Controls 1 16 Bluetooth 1 17 Cruise Control 1 17 Power Outlets 1 18 Performance and Maintenance 1 18 Traction Control System TCS 1 18 Electronic Stability Control ESC 1 18 Tire Pressure Monitor ...

Page 8: ...Instrument Panel 1 2 ...

Page 9: ...em s on page 4 52 I Fog Lamps on page 4 10 If Equipped J Trunk Release See Trunk on page 3 12 K Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4 11 L Horn on page 4 3 M Traction Control System TCS on page 5 9 If Equipped Electronic Stability Control ESC on page 5 6 If Equipped N Cigarette Lighter If Equipped See Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter on page 4 13 O Shift Lever Manual Shown See Manual Transmission O...

Page 10: ...e seconds to unlock all remaining doors Press Q to lock all doors Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized Press and hold V for approximately one second to open the trunk Press L and release to locate the vehicle Press L and hold for more than two seconds to sound the panic alarm Press L again to cancel the panic alarm See Keys on page 3 3 and Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page ...

Page 11: ... Turn the ignition on and then back off See Remote Vehicle Start on page 3 6 Door Locks To lock the driver door from outside the vehicle turn the key clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to unlock The Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter can also be used to lock or unlock the doors From the inside use the manual lock knobs on each door or use the power door locks Power Door Locks This vehicle may ha...

Page 12: ... Power Windows Sedan Shown Coupe Similar For vehicles with power windows the switches on the driver door armrest control each window The switch on each passenger door controls only that doors window Press the front of the switch to open the window and pull the switch up to close it See Power Windows on page 3 15 Seat Adjustment Manual Seats 1 Lift the bar to unlock the seat 2 Slide the seat to the...

Page 13: ...ired height See Seat Height Adjuster on page 2 3 Reclining Seatbacks To recline the seatback do the following 1 Lift the recline lever 2 Move the seatback to the desired position then release the lever to lock the seatback in place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked See Reclining Seatbacks on page 2 4 1 7 ...

Page 14: ...ated on the instrument panel above the climate control system Press the side of the switch with the double indicator lights to turn the seat to the highest setting Press the side of the switch with the single indicator light to turn the seat to the lowest setting Return the switch to the center to turn off the heated seat See Heated Seats on page 2 4 Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until th...

Page 15: ... Airbag The passenger sensing system if equipped will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions The driver airbags and roof rail airbags are not affected by this If the vehicle has a passenger sensing system the passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started United States Canada See Passenger Sensing System Wit...

Page 16: ...area behind it can be seen Keep the selector switch 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 pull the mirror toward the vehicle Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position Interior Mirror Hold the inside rearview mirror in the center to move it for a clearer ...

Page 17: ...or Lighting Dome Lamp The vehicle may have a dome lamp Move the lever near the dome lamp to the following positions 9 Turns the lamp off even when a door is opened 1 Turns the lamp on whenever a door is opened Turns the dome lamp on Mirror Reading Lamp The vehicle may have reading lamps on the rearview mirror Press the button near each lamp to turn the reading lamps on and off For more information...

Page 18: ... P When operating in AUTO a momentary turn of the switch to Off On will turn the Automatic Headlamp System off or back on For vehicles first sold in Canada the automatic transmission must be in P Park or the manual transmission must have the park brake set before the Automatic Headlamp System can be turned off For more information see Headlamps on page 4 9 Fog Lamps on page 4 10 Daytime Running La...

Page 19: ...Slow wipes 1 Fast wipes 8 Use for a single wiping cycle Windshield Washer Press the button at the end of the lever until the washers begin See Windshield Wipers on page 4 5 and Windshield Washer on page 4 6 Climate Controls The vehicle s heating cooling and ventilation can be controlled with this system Vehicles with Air Conditioning shown without Air Conditioning similar A Air Delivery Mode Contr...

Page 20: ...ot available No Info displays For more information about these and other radio features see Radio s on page 4 55 Storing a Favorite Station Depending on which radio the vehicle has radio stations are stored as either favorites or presets For radios with a FAV button a maximum of 36 stations can be stored as favorites using the six softkeys located below the radio station frequency tabs and by usin...

Page 21: ...kwise or counterclockwise For detailed instructions on setting the clock for your specific audio system see Setting the Clock on page 4 53 Satellite Radio XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces XM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial free music coast to coast and in digital quality sound A fee is requir...

Page 22: ...ry Input Jack and Using the USB Port under Radio s on page 4 55 Steering Wheel Controls If equipped some audio controls can be adjusted using the controls on the right side of the steering wheel e e Increases or decreases volume w x Press to change radio stations select tracks on a CD or to select tracks and navigate folders on an iPod or USB device b g Press to silence the vehicle speakers only P...

Page 23: ...ith the in vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle Not all phones will support all functions For more information visit www gm com bluetooth For more information see Bluetooth on page 4 73 Cruise Control The cruise control buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel J On Off RES Press to resume or accelerate speed SET Press to set or decrease speed For more inf...

Page 24: ...rument panel F illuminates and the appropriate DIC message displays See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 40 Press and release the button again to turn on traction control For more information see Traction Control System TCS on page 5 9 Electronic Stability Control ESC The Electronic Stability Control system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions The syst...

Page 25: ...nditions that the low tire pressure warning light will appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as you drive This may be an early indicator that your tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure The Tire Pressure Monitor can alert you about low tire pressure but it does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance It is the driver s respo...

Page 26: ...DIC display shows ACKNOWLEDGED 5 Turn the key to LOCK OFF See Engine Oil Life System on page 6 21 Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time When road and weather conditions are...

Page 27: ...Star Advisor who will assess your problem contact Roadside Assistance and relay exact location to get you the help you need Online Owner Center The Online Owner Center is a complimentary service that includes online service reminders vehicle maintenance tips online owner manual special privileges and more Sign up today at www gmownercenter com chevrolet U S or www gm ca Canada OnStar OnStar uses s...

Page 28: ...star ca Canada contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or TTY 1 877 248 2080 or press Q to speak with an OnStar advisor 24 hours a day 7 days a week For a full description of OnStar services and system limitations see the OnStar Owner s Guide in the glove box OnStar service is subject to the OnStar terms and conditions included in the OnStar Subscriber Information OnStar service cannot wor...

Page 29: ...her problems OnStar cannot control that may prevent OnStar from providing OnStar service at any particular time or place Some examples are damage to important parts of the vehicle in a crash hills tall buildings tunnels weather or wireless phone network congestion OnStar Steering Wheel Controls This vehicle may have a Talk Mute button that can be used to interact with OnStar hands free calling See...

Page 30: ...2 NOTES 1 24 ...

Page 31: ...ms 2 37 Where to Put the Restraint 2 39 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 2 41 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 2 47 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 2 50 Airbag System 2 53 Where Are the Airbags 2 56 When Should an Airbag Inflate 2 58 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 2 59 How Does an Airbag Restrain 2 59 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflate...

Page 32: ...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 2 2 ...

Page 33: ...ntil the seat is at the desired height To lower the seat move the lever downward repeatedly until the seat is at the desired height Manual Lumbar On vehicles with this feature the knob is located on the front of the driver seat lower cushion on the inboard side Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the lumbar support 2 3 ...

Page 34: ...turn off the heated seat If your vehicle has been turned off the last heated seat setting will be retained when the vehicle is started again Reclining Seatbacks WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat...

Page 35: ...r to lock the seatback in place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked To return the seatback to an upright position do the following 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked 2 5 ...

Page 36: ...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 37: ...aint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Pull the head restraint up to raise it To lower the head restraint press the button located on the top of the seatback and push the restraint down 2 7 ...

Page 38: ...locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked The front passenger seat can be used to easily get in and out of the rear seat To use the easy entry seat do the following 1 Push down the easy entry seat handle located on the rear of the seatback on the outboard side to releas...

Page 39: ...r more cargo space To lower the rear seatback follow these steps 1 Open the trunk and pull one or both of the small handles located in the center of the trunk Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 2 Push the seatback ...

Page 40: ...fter raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted Safety Belts Safety Belts They Are for Everyone This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly It also describes some things not to do with safety belts WARNING Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly In a crash if you o...

Page 41: ...t Reminders on page 4 20 for additional information In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law requires wearing safety belts Here is why You never know if you will be in a crash If you do have a crash you do not know if it will be a serious one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many...

Page 42: ...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 2 12 ...

Page 43: ...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 2 13 ...

Page 44: ...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 2 14 ...

Page 45: ...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 your passenger s can be hurt Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control such as bad drivers Most accidents occur within 25 miles 40 km of home And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km ...

Page 46: ...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 the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts o...

Page 47: ...oo loose It will not give as much protection this way WARNING 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 2 17 ...

Page 48: ...otection this way WARNING 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 2 18 ...

Page 49: ...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 2 19 ...

Page 50: ...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 2 20 ...

Page 51: ...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 2 21 ...

Page 52: ...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 2 22 ...

Page 53: ...oss the body WARNING 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 2 23 ...

Page 54: ...is adjustable so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The lap shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly Engaging the child restraint locking feature may affect the passeng...

Page 55: ...belt could be quickly if necessary 5 If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster move it to the height that is right for you See Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information 6 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder belt It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten...

Page 56: ...position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on the shoulder The belt should be away from the face and neck but not falling off the shoulder Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash Press the release button A and move the height adjuster to the desired position The adjuster can be moved up by pushing up...

Page 57: ...ers activate in a crash they will need to be replaced and probably other new parts for the vehicle s safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 2 75 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides If not they are available through your dealer retailer The guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who h...

Page 58: ...the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 2 28 ...

Page 59: ... 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 the safety belt can be removed from the guide Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Turn the guide and clip inward and slide them in betwe...

Page 60: ...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 61: ...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 2 24 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 62: ...fety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 2 24 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 63: ...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 2 33 ...

Page 64: ...ety 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 Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints Children who are not restrained properly can strike other pe...

Page 65: ...r facing child restraint in the right front seat Secure a rear facing child restraint Continued WARNING Continued 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 2 35 ...

Page 66: ...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 WARNING To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during a crash infants need complete support ...

Page 67: ...ould 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 crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the...

Page 68: ...in the vehicle using the vehicle s safety belt or LATCH system following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual To help reduce the chance of injury the child restraint must be secured in the vehicle Child restraint systems must be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower A...

Page 69: ...d Within the Child Restraint WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Secure the child properly following the instructions that came with that child restraint Where to Put the Restraint According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restra...

Page 70: ...l safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off Continued WARNING Continued Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restrain...

Page 71: ...must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint that has LATCH attachments The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how to use the child restraint and its attachment...

Page 72: ... tether to the anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anc...

Page 73: ...hild restraint will be placed Do not secure a child restraint in a position without 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 According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant re...

Page 74: ...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 WARNING Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is ...

Page 75: ...instructions in this manual 1 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 1 3 Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors 2 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor if equipped Refer to the child restraint in...

Page 76: ... using a single tether raise the headrest or head restraint and route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts If the position you are using has a fixed or adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether around the headrest or head restraint 3 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions ...

Page 77: ... 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 If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the in...

Page 78: ...the buckle until it clicks Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 2 48 ...

Page 79: ...er follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 2 41 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 s safety belt and let it go back all the way If the top tether is attached to a top teth...

Page 80: ...ery close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously Continued WARNING Continued injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position The vehicle may have a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions Even if the passenger ...

Page 81: ...ched You will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint 1 Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward facing child restraint 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 If the seat has a safety belt guide remove the safety belt from the guide on the head restraint by sliding the webbi...

Page 82: ...ulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 8 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 2 52 ...

Page 83: ...rt the safety belt into the guide on the head restraint by sliding the webbing through the opening on the guide Airbag System The vehicle has the following airbags A frontal airbag for the driver A frontal airbag for the right front passenger Your vehicle may also have the following airbags A roof rail airbag for the driver and the passenger seated directly behind the driver A roof rail airbag for...

Page 84: ...g a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Airbags are supplemental 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 WARNING 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 inf...

Page 85: ...ed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 2 31 or Infants and Young Children on page 2 34 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light t...

Page 86: ...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 2 56 ...

Page 87: ... or it might force the object into that person 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 ...

Page 88: ...that does not deform If the vehicle hits a narrow 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...

Page 89: ...of the airbag module Frontal airbag modules are located inside the steering wheel and instrument 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 in...

Page 90: ...able to steer the vehicle nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle WARNING 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 an...

Page 91: ...r from the right front passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After an airbag inflates you will need some new parts for the airbag system If you do not get them the airbag system will not be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for the vehicle covers the need to replace other parts The ve...

Page 92: ...tatus Indicator on page 4 22 The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions The driver airbag and roof rail airbags 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...

Page 93: ... as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag if The right front passenger seat is unoccupied The system determines that an infant is present in a child restraint A right front passenger takes his her weight off of the seat for a period of time Or if there is a critical problem ...

Page 94: ...he child restraint from the vehicle 3 Remove any additional items from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers 4 Reinstall the child restraint following the directions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and refer to Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 2 50 5 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the ...

Page 95: ...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 96: ...ped Vehicle on page 2 73 for more information about modifications that can affect how the system operates A wet seat can affect the performance of the passenger sensing system Here is how 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...

Page 97: ...airbag status indicator is visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started In addition if the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position the label on the vehicle s sun visors refer to ADVANCED AIRBAGS United States Canada The words ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off will be visible during the system check If you are using remote start to start th...

Page 98: ...isk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys WARNING 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 in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passen...

Page 99: ...ge 4 22 The passenger sensing system is designed to 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 s 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 who hav...

Page 100: ... Front Seat Position on page 2 50 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 101: ...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 102: ...s that can affect how the system operates WARNING 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 103: ...rket 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 deployment of the passenger airbag s or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag s See Passenger Sensing System Without Turbo Engine on page 2 62 or Pass...

Page 104: ... the safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 4 20 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care of Safety Belts on page 6 118 Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement Make sure the airbag readiness light is working See Airbag Readiness Light on page 4 21 for more information Notice If an airbag covering i...

Page 105: ...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...

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Page 107: ...nt Systems 3 16 Content Theft Deterrent 3 16 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer 3 18 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Operation 3 18 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 3 20 New Vehicle Break In 3 20 Ignition Positions 3 21 Retained Accessory Power RAP 3 23 Starting the Engine 3 23 Engine Coolant Heater 3 25 Automatic Transmission Operation 3 26 Manual Transmission Operation 3 28 Parking Brake...

Page 108: ... 3 37 Outside Manual Mirror 3 37 Outside Remote Control Mirror 3 37 Outside Power Mirrors 3 38 Outside Convex Mirror 3 38 Storage Areas 3 39 Glove Box 3 39 Cupholders 3 39 Center Console Storage 3 39 Driver Storage Compartment 3 39 Convenience Net 3 39 Sunroof 3 40 3 2 ...

Page 109: ...d 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 all locks The key has a bar coded key tag that the dealer retailer or qualified locksmith can use to make new keys Store this information in a safe place not in your vehicle Notice If you ever lock your keys in the vehicle you may have to damage the vehicle to get i...

Page 110: ...ocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try again Check the transmitter s battery See Battery Replacement later in this section If the transmitter is still not working correctly see your dealer retailer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation The Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter functions work up to 195 fee...

Page 111: ...e RKE transmitter disarms the content theft deterrent system See Content Theft Deterrent on page 3 16 V Remote Trunk Release Press and hold for approximately one second to open the trunk The trunk will open using the transmitter when the vehicle speed is less than 2 mph 3 km h if the vehicle has a manual transmission when the ignition is off or when the vehicle shift lever is in P Park if the vehi...

Page 112: ...a remote start feature This feature allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle It may also start the vehicle s heating or air conditioning systems When you start your vehicle using the remote start feature the climate control system will come on and adjust the interior to the temperature settings that you left it set to when you turned the vehicle off Laws in some communities may rest...

Page 113: ...cle starts the parking lamps will turn on and remain on while the engine is running The vehicle s doors will be locked 3 If it is the first remote start since the vehicle has been driven repeat these steps while the engine is running to extend the time by 10 minutes for the engine to continue to run After entering the vehicle after a remote start insert and turn the key to ON RUN to drive the vehi...

Page 114: ...e enabled or disabled through the DIC See REMOTE START under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 4 46 for additional information Doors and Locks Door Locks WARNING Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locked the handle will not open it The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is incr...

Page 115: ...ey clockwise To unlock the door turn the key counterclockwise You can also use the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped to lock and unlock the doors From the inside use the manual lock knobs on each door or the power door lock switch to lock and unlock all doors Power Door Locks Driver Switch shown This vehicle may have power door locks The controls are located on the driver and front pass...

Page 116: ...feature will not lock the doors if the key is in the ignition You can disable this function through the Driver Information Center DIC See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 4 46 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 spee...

Page 117: ... door using the remote keyless entry transmitter if the vehicle has one 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 the door and open it from the outside 2 Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn it so the slot is in the vertical position Lockout Protection If your ve...

Page 118: ...een or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death Continued WARNING Continued If 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 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 In...

Page 119: ...ote trunk release works when the shifter is in P Park Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk enabling them to open the trunk from the inside There is a glow in the dar...

Page 120: ...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 3 14 ...

Page 121: ...ntentional operation of the windows Sedan Shown Coupe Similar If your vehicle has power windows the switches on the driver s door armrest control each of the windows In addition each passenger s door has a window switch that controls that door s window Press the front of the switch to open the window Pull the front of the switch up to close it Express Down Window The driver s window switch has an ...

Page 122: ...nter mount and swung to the side to cover the windows Visor Vanity Mirror Your vehicle may have a driver s side vanity mirror Swing down the sun visor and lift the cover to expose the mirror Theft Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities This vehicle has theft deterrent features however they do not make it impossible to steal Content Theft Deterrent Your vehicle ma...

Page 123: ... one of the following Press the remote keyless entry transmitter unlock button Turn the ignition on If the system is armed and the trunk is opened using the trunk release button on the transmitter the system will temporarily disarm itself and re arm when the trunk has been closed This allows you to exit the vehicle lock the doors using the transmitter and open the trunk using the transmitter witho...

Page 124: ...unications Commission FCC Rules and RSS 210 211 of Industry Canada PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Operation Your vehicle has PASS Key III Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key III is a passive theft deterrent system The system is automatically armed when the key is removed from the ignition You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system The security lig...

Page 125: ... to get a new key blank that is cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system To program the new key 1 Verify that the new key has a 1 stamped on it 2 Insert the already programmed key in the ignition and start the engine If the engine will not start see your dealer retailer for service 3 After the engine has started turn the key to LOCK OFF and remove the key 4 Insert the key to be pro...

Page 126: ...he vehicle Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 km or so During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer Automatic Transmission on page 5 33 or Towing a Trailer Manual...

Page 127: ...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 WARNING If you hav...

Page 128: ... 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 129: ...s or 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 s 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...

Page 130: ... 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 131: ...between the strut and the air cleaner filter 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet WARNING 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 thre...

Page 132: ...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 3 32 If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer Automatic Transmission on page 5 33 or Towing a T...

Page 133: ...al only Also use N Neutral when the vehicle is being towed WARNING 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 is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of P Park or N Neutral with...

Page 134: ...gears L Low This position reduces vehicle speed more than I Intermediate without actually using the brakes You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is put in L Low the transmission will not shift into a low gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may da...

Page 135: ... slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal 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 ...

Page 136: ...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 5 6 for more information Use this feature only when the engine has reached normal operating...

Page 137: ...al 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 the PARKING BRAKE message will appear along with the brake system warning light when the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is moving faster than 5 mph 8 km h See DIC Warnings ...

Page 138: ...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 WARNING 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 139: ... 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 unless the shift lever is in P Park with the shift lever button fully released and Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P Park unless the ignition...

Page 140: ...ssion 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 to LOCK OFF then remove the key and release the clutch pedal See Manual Transmission Operation on page 3 28 Parking Over Things That Burn WARNING ...

Page 141: ...system leaks due to corrosion or damage Continued WARNING 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 completely...

Page 142: ... 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 143: ...tons located at the bottom of the mirror to turn them on or off Outside Manual Mirror Adjust the outside mirror just to see the side of your vehicle and have a clear view of objects behind you Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash To fold pull the mirror toward the vehicle Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position Outside Re...

Page 144: ...ector switch 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 pull the mirror toward the vehicle Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position Outside Convex Mirror WARNING A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If yo...

Page 145: ... located at the rear of the center console Center Console Storage For vehicles with a center console storage area open with the lever on the front of the console Driver Storage Compartment The driver s storage compartment is located near the left side of the steering column on the bottom of the instrument panel Pull the cover down to open Convenience Net For vehickes with a convenience net it is l...

Page 146: ... open the sunroof If the sunshade is closed it will open automatically when the sunroof is opened To close the sunroof press the switch forward and hold it until the sunroof is closed The sunroof will stop if the switch is released Close the sunshade by hand Notice Forcing the sunshade forward of the sliding glass panel may cause damage and the sunroof may not operate properly Always close the gla...

Page 147: ...y Power Outlet s 4 12 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 4 13 Climate Controls 4 14 Climate Control System 4 14 Outlet Adjustment 4 16 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 4 17 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 4 18 Instrument Panel Cluster 4 19 Speedometer and Odometer 4 20 Tachometer 4 20 Safety Belt Reminders 4 20 Airbag Readiness Light 4 21 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 4 22 Charging System Li...

Page 148: ...ation Center DIC 4 38 DIC Operation and Displays 4 38 DIC Warnings and Messages 4 40 DIC Vehicle Personalization 4 46 Audio System s 4 52 Setting the Clock 4 53 Radio s 4 55 Using an MP3 4 66 XM Radio Messages 4 72 Bluetooth 4 73 Theft Deterrent Feature 4 84 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 4 84 Radio Reception 4 85 Fixed Mast Antenna 4 86 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 4 86 4 2 ...

Page 149: ... others that you are having trouble Press again to turn the flashers off Horn To sound the horn press the center pad on the steering wheel Tilt Wheel The tilt wheel lever is located on the left side of the steering column To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel up or down into a comfortable position 3 Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place 4 3 ...

Page 150: ... 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 do not come on a signal bulb ...

Page 151: ...the turn signal multifunction lever until the high beam headlamps come on Then release the lever to turn them off Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper lever is on the right side of the steering column Move the lever to control the windshield wipers 9 Off Turns the windshield wipers off Intermittent Speed Sensitive Wipers For intermittent or speed sensitive operation The amount of delay time vari...

Page 152: ...e wipers are on for more than 15 seconds the vehicle s headlamps turn on automatically They turn off 15 seconds after the wipers are turned off Windshield Washer Press the button at the end of the windshield wiper lever until the washers begin WARNING In freezing weather do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vi...

Page 153: ...d 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 outboard side of the steering wheel J On Off Press to turn the cruise control system on and off RES Resume Press to resume a set speed and to accelerate the speed SET Set Press to set a speed and to decrease the speed To set a speed do the follow...

Page 154: ...f the button briefly and then release it Each time this is done the vehicle goes about 1 6 km h 1 mph faster Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already engaged Push and hold the SET part of the button until the lower speed desired is reached then release it To slow down in very small amounts push the SET part of the button briefly Each time this is done the v...

Page 155: ...dlamps Turns on the headlamps parking lamps and taillamps Parking Lamps Turns on the parking lamps and taillamps only AUTO Automatic Headlamp System Automatically turns on the Daytime Running Lamps DRL during daytime and the headlamps parking lamps and taillamps at night This position must be selected in order for the Wiper Activated Headlamps to be activated See Wiper Activated Headlamps on page ...

Page 156: ...ps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The vehicle has a light sensor on top of the instrument panel Make sure it is not covered or the head lamps will be on when not needed The DRL system will make the headlamps come on when the following conditions are met The ignition is on The exterior lamps control is in AUTO or the parking lamps only position The light sensor detects daytime li...

Page 157: ...even when a door is opened 1 Door Turns the lamp on whenever a door is opened On Turns the dome lamp on Entry Exit Lighting The lamps inside the vehicle will go on when any door is opened These lamps fade out about 20 seconds after all of the doors have been closed or when the ignition is turned to ON RUN These lamps will also go on when pressing the trunk release unlock symbol or the horn symbol ...

Page 158: ...limate control fan at high speed heated seats engine cooling fans trailer loads and loads plugged into accessory power outlets EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery It does this by balancing the generator s output and the vehicle s electrical needs It can increase engine idle speed to generate more power whenever needed It can temporarily reduce the power demands of some accessor...

Page 159: ...per use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter The vehicle may have an ashtray and cigarette lighter To use the lighter located on the instrument panel below the climate controls push it in all t...

Page 160: ... temperature 9 Fan Control Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed In any setting other than off the fan will run continuously with the ignition on The fan must be turned on to run the air conditioning compressor Air Delivery Mode Control Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to change the direction of the airflow inside the vehicle Select from the following modes H V...

Page 161: ...pen the windows to let hot inside air escape then close them This helps to reduce the time it takes for the vehicle to cool down It also helps the system to operate more efficiently For quick cool down on hot days 1 Select the H mode 2 Select the h mode 3 Select 4 Select the coolest temperature 5 Select the highest fan speed Using these settings together for long periods of time may cause the air ...

Page 162: ...t the rear window defogger is on The rear window defogger turns off about 15 minutes after the button is pressed If turned on again the defogger only runs for about seven minutes before turning off If the vehicle is moving faster than 50 mph 80 kph the rear defogger will stay on The defogger can also be turned off by turning off the engine Notice Do not use anything sharp on the inside of the rear...

Page 163: ...d maintenance See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7 3 for replacement intervals To find out what type of filter to use see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 7 13 To access the passenger compartment air filter 1 Open and empty the glove box 2 Lower the glove box door by pressing in on each side and lowering from the track 3 Pull the tab at the back of the glove box toward you and open the passeng...

Page 164: ...on when there might be or there 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 Gauges can indicate when there might be or there is a problem with one of the vehicle s functions Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a problem with the vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and ...

Page 165: ...ow how the vehicle is running It shows how fast the vehicle is going about how much fuel is left in the tank and many other things needed to drive safely and economically United States SS Manual Transmission Cluster shown Canada Base and Automatic Transmission similar 4 19 ...

Page 166: ... covered by the vehicle warranty Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area Safety Belt Reminders Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light When the engine is started a chime sounds for several seconds to remind a driver to fasten the safety belt unless the driver safety belt is already buckled The safety belt light comes on and stays on for several seconds then flashes for s...

Page 167: ...heck includes the airbag sensor the pretensioners the airbag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the airbag system see Airbag System on page 2 53 The airbag readiness light flashes for a few seconds when the engine is started If the light does not come on then have it fixed immediately WARNING If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehic...

Page 168: ...nce you may not see the system check Then after several more seconds the status indicator will light either ON or OFF or either the on or off symbol to let you know 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...

Page 169: ...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 conditions allow See Manual Transmission Operation on page 3 28 for more information Brake System Warning Light The vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part is not working the other part can still work and stop the vehicle For good brak...

Page 170: ...ulled off the road and carefully stopped have the vehicle towed for service Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System ABS this light comes on briefly when the engine is started If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer retailer If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off If the ABS light stays on turn the ignition off ...

Page 171: ...S has been disabled wheel spin is not limited If the indicator warning light is on and flashing the ETS is actively working The LOW TRACTION DIC message also appears when the system is actively limiting wheel spin See Enhanced Traction System ETS on page 5 12 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 40 for more information Electronic Stability Control ESC Traction Control System TCS Indicator Warni...

Page 172: ...ctional control of the vehicle See Electronic Stability Control ESC on page 5 6 and Traction Control System TCS on page 5 9 for more information See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 40 for more information on the messages associated with this light Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light comes on briefly while starting the vehicle If it does not have the vehicle serviced by the deal...

Page 173: ... When the Light Flashes First and Then is On Steady This indicates that there may 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 Operation on page 6 68 for more information Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light A comp...

Page 174: ...ion 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 vehicle warranty This could also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspect...

Page 175: ... 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 176: ...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 177: ...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 3 16 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 4 10 for more information Highbeam On Light This light comes on when t...

Page 178: ...indicated For example the gauge may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gauge moves a little while turning a corner or speeding up The gauge does not go back to empty when the ignition is turned off For the fuel tank capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 6 131 Boost Gauge United States Cana...

Page 179: ...ted 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 RPD Screen Example US Version Shown Canada Similar French Display Currently Not Available The RPD screen displays two divided areas A B of information called Regions Advance throug...

Page 180: ...nd 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 enter this menu The vehicle should be stopped while configuring the setup menu selections SCREEN...

Page 181: ...INLET 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 of...

Page 182: ...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 183: ...iliTrak 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 ...

Page 184: ...r the personalization menu See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 4 46 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 185: ...nformation 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 is...

Page 186: ...ed in the DIC The tire pressure is shown 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 disp...

Page 187: ...ke sure that it is on properly A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the message off COMPETITIVE MODE If your vehicle has this feature this message displays when the Competitive Driving mode is selected The Traction Control System TCS will not be operating while in the Competitive Driving mode and the ESC TCS light on the instrument panel cluster will be on solid Adjust y...

Page 188: ...nic Stability Control ESC this message displays and the ESC TCS light on the instrument panel cluster flashes when ESC is assisting you with directional control of the vehicle You may feel or hear the system working and see this message displayed in the DIC Slippery road conditions may exist when this message is displayed so adjust your driving accordingly This message may stay on for a few second...

Page 189: ... LAUNCH CONTROL If your vehicle has this feature this message displays after the COMPETITIVE MODE message when the vehicle is stopped Launch control is a form of traction control to control wheel spin while launching the vehicle during closed track events and competitive driving venues The system will exit to COMPETITIVE MODE after the vehicle is launched See COMPETITIVE MODE earlier in this secti...

Page 190: ...r Warning Light on page 4 25 for more information PARKING BRAKE This message displays if the parking brake is left engaged See Parking Brake on page 3 31 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 191: ...e 5 9 and Enhanced Traction System ETS Indicator Warning Light on page 4 25 or Electronic Stability Control ESC Traction Control System TCS Indicator Warning Light on page 4 25 for more information Have the system serviced by your dealer retailer as soon as possible SVC Service BRAKE SYSTEM This message may display if you have a turbocharged vehicle with Electronic Stability Control ESC and if the...

Page 192: ...6 57 Loading the Vehicle on page 5 25 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 66 The DIC also shows the tire pressure values See DIC Operation and Displays on page 4 38 TRACTION OFF If your vehicle has the Enhanced Traction System ETS or Traction Control System TCS this message displays and the ETS light or the ESC TCS light on the instrument panel cluster comes on solid when the system is turned of...

Page 193: ...able settings for each mode If you do not make a selection within ten seconds the display will go back to the previous information displayed Personalization Menu Modes OIL LIFE RESET When this feature is displayed you can reset the engine oil life system To reset the system see Engine Oil Life System on page 6 21 See OIL LIFE under DIC Operation and Displays on page 4 38 for more information UNITS...

Page 194: ...ature will be disabled ON default The remote start feature will be enabled See Remote Vehicle Start on page 3 6 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 If your vehicle has Remote Keyless Entry RKE this feature which allows the vehicle s horn to chirp every time the lock button ...

Page 195: ...played on the DIC LIGHT FLASH If your vehicle has Remote Keyless Entry RKE this feature which allows the vehicle s exterior hazard turn signal lighting to flash every time the lock unlock or trunk release buttons on the RKE transmitter are pressed can be 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 availab...

Page 196: ...formation button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC AUTO UNLK Unlock This feature which allows the vehicle to automatically unlock certain doors can be enabled or disabled When AUTO UNLK appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scroll through the available settings ALL default All of the doors will automatically unlock DRIVER The driver s doo...

Page 197: ...utton while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC EXT Exterior LIGHTS If your vehicle has Remote Keyless Entry RKE this feature which allows the vehicle s exterior perimeter lighting to turn on each time the unlock button on the RKE transmitter is pressed can be enabled or disabled When EXT LIGHTS appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scroll throug...

Page 198: ...any of the following conditions occur A ten second time period has elapsed The ignition is turned off The end of the personalization menu list is reached Audio System s Determine which radio the vehicle has and read the following pages to become familiar with its features WARNING Taking your eyes off the road for extended periods could cause a crash resulting in injury or death to you or others Do...

Page 199: ... after the ignition is turned off See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 3 23 for more information Setting the Clock Without Date Display AM FM Base Radio with a Single CD Player To set the time 1 Turn the ignition key to ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN Press O to turn the radio on 2 Press H until the hour begins flashing on the display Press H a second time and the minute begins flashing on the display...

Page 200: ... date do one of the following Press SEEK or s REV Turn f counterclockwise The date does not automatically display To see the date press H while the radio is on The date with display times out after a few seconds and goes back to the normal radio and time display To change the time default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour or to change the date default setting from month day year to day month year 1 ...

Page 201: ...as one of these radios as its audio system Radio Data System RDS The radio may have RDS The RDS feature is available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available 4 55 ...

Page 202: ... to select the level of radio volume compensation The display times out after approximately 10 seconds Each higher setting allows 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 ...

Page 203: ... 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 during XM CD MP3 or WMA playback When information is not available No Info displays Storing Radio Stations Depending on which radio the vehicle has radio stations are stored as either favorites or presets Storing a Radio Station ...

Page 204: ...nu 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 MP3 and WMA features If additional information is available for the current song being played Auto Text will automatically page scroll the information every three seconds above the FAV presets on the radio display By default Auto T...

Page 205: ...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 206: ...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 207: ...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 208: ...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 or radio is turned on the CD starts to play where it stoppe...

Page 209: ...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 4 66 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 210: ...e CD player Notice If a label is added to a CD or more than one CD is inserted into the slot at a time or an attempt is made to play scratched or damaged CDs the CD player could be damaged While using the CD player use only CDs in good condition without any label load one CD at a time and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris If an error displays see ...

Page 211: ...begins playing audio from the connected portable audio player If a portable audio player is not connected No Aux Input Device may display Using the USB Port Radio s with a USB port can control a USB storage device or an iPod using the radio buttons and knobs See Using an MP3 on page 4 66 for information about how to connect and control a USB storage device or an iPod USB Support The USB connector ...

Page 212: ...ports Up to 50 folders Up to 8 folders in depth Up to 50 playlists Up to 255 files Playlists with an m3u or wpl extension Files with an mp3 wma or cda file extension USB Supported File and Folder Structure The radio supports Up to 700 folders Up to 8 folders in depth Up to 65 535 files Folder and file names up to 64 bytes Files with an mp3 or wma file extension AAC files stored on an iPod FAT16 FA...

Page 213: ...es longer than 32 characters or four pages are shortened The display does not show parts of words on the last page of text and the extension of the filename is not displayed Preprogrammed Playlists CDs that have preprogrammed playlists that were created using WinAmp MusicMatch or Real Jukebox software can be accessed however there is no playlist editing capability using the radio These playlists a...

Page 214: ...scanning in the background When the scan is finished the disc begins playing files in order by artist The 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...

Page 215: ...ted it can still be used by connecting it to the Auxiliary Input Jack using a standard 3 5 mm 1 8 in 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 file...

Page 216: ... 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 217: ...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 218: ...52 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 the XM signal When the vehicle is moved into an open area the signal should return Loading XM The audio system is acquiring and processing audio a...

Page 219: ...he service Unknown If this message is received when tuned to channel 0 there could be a receiver fault Consult with your dealer retailer Check Antenna If this message does not clear within a short period of time the receiver or antenna could have a fault Consult with your dealer retailer Check XM Receivr If this message does not clear within a short period of time the receiver could have a fault C...

Page 220: ...l 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 operate the in vehicle Bluetooth system See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4 84 for more information b g Push To Talk Press to answer incoming calls to confirm system information and to start speec...

Page 221: ...ay 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 the Pairing process on the cell phone that will be paired to the vehicle Reference the cell phone manufacturers user guide for information on this process Locate the device named General Motors in the lis...

Page 222: ...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 223: ...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 224: ... 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 Press and hold b g for two seconds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Directory The system responds with Directory and then...

Page 225: ...ll name tags stored in your phone directory and your route destination directory Are you sure you want to do this Please say yes or no Say Yes to delete all name tags Say No to cancel the function and return to the main menu Making a Call Calls can be made using the following commands Dial Digit Dial Call Re dial Using the Dial Command 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds The system responds with ...

Page 226: ...nds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Call The system responds with Call using phone name Please say the name tag followed by a tone 3 Say the name tag of the person to call If the system clearly recognizes the name tag it responds with OK calling name tag and dials the number If the system is unsure it recognizes the right name tag it confirms the name tag followed by a tone...

Page 227: ...ginal call To ignore the incoming call continue with the original call with no action Press c x to disconnect the current call and switch to the call on hold Three Way Calling Three Way Calling must be supported on the Bluetooth phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work 1 While on a call press b g The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Three way call The system res...

Page 228: ...m and the cell phone To Transfer Audio to the Cell Phone During a call with the audio in the vehicle 1 Press b g The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Transfer Call The system responds with Transferring call and the audio will switch from the vehicle to the cell phone To Transfer Audio to the In Vehicle Bluetooth System The cellular phone must be paired and connected with the Blu...

Page 229: ...a call This is used when calling a menu driven phone system Account numbers can be programmed into the phonebook for retrieval during menu driven calls Sending a Number During a Call 1 Press b g The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Dial The system responds with Say a number to send tones followed by a tone 3 Say the number to send If the system clearly recognizes the number it r...

Page 230: ...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 See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8 20 for FCC information Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of the vehicle s radio b...

Page 231: ...o display 2 Press and hold x to go back to the previous folder list 3 Press and release w or x to scroll up or down the list To select a folder press and hold w when the folder is highlighted To go back further in the folder list press and hold x c End Press to reject an incoming call or end a current call b g Mute Voice Recognition Press to silence the vehicle speakers only Press again to turn th...

Page 232: ...s causing the sound to fade in and out In addition traveling or standing under heavy foliage bridges garages or tunnels may cause loss of the XM signal for a period of time Cellular Phone Usage Cellular phone usage may cause interference with the vehicle s radio This interference may occur when making or receiving phone calls charging the phone s battery or simply having the phone on This interfer...

Page 233: ...g 5 14 Off Road Recovery 5 16 Passing 5 16 Loss of Control 5 16 Racing or Other Competitive Driving 5 18 Driving at Night 5 18 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 5 18 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 5 20 Highway Hypnosis 5 20 Hill and Mountain Roads 5 20 Winter Driving 5 22 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 24 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 5 24 Loading the Vehicle 5 25 Towing 5 3...

Page 234: ... then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Death and injury associated with drinki...

Page 235: ... System ETS on page 5 12 and Electronic Stability Control ESC on page 5 6 Adding non dealer non retailer accessories can affect vehicle performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 6 4 Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 4 23 Braking action involves perception time and reaction time Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time Actually doing it is reaction time Average r...

Page 236: ... system to maintain consistent brake performance under conditions of low brake booster vacuum Low brake booster vacuum conditions can include initial start up after the vehicle has been parked for several hours very frequent brake stops or high altitude driving When hydraulic brake boost is active minor brake pulsation or movement might be felt but this is normal If brake pedal feel changes or the...

Page 237: ...be felt or some noise noticed but this is normal Braking in Emergencies At some time nearly every driver gets into a situation that requires hard braking If the vehicle has Electronic Stability Control ESC with Antilock Brake System ABS it allows the driver to steer and brake at the same time However if the vehicle does not have ESC with ABS the first reaction to hit the brake pedal hard and hold ...

Page 238: ...lly disengage when the brake pedal is released or brake pedal pressure is quickly decreased Electronic Stability Control ESC The vehicle may have an Electronic Stability Control ESC system which combines antilock brake and traction and stability control systems that help the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in most driving conditions When the vehicle is started and begins to move...

Page 239: ... both display the system will not assist the driver in maintaining directional control of the vehicle Adjust your driving accordingly See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 40 The Electronic Stability Control ESC system is automatically enabled whenever the vehicle is started To assist the driver with vehicle directional control especially in slippery road conditions always leave the system on ES...

Page 240: ...ee Accessories and Modifications on page 6 4 for more information Competitive Driving Mode SS Models Only The driver can select this optional handling mode by pressing the ESC TCS button on the console two times quickly COMPETITIVE MODE will be displayed in the DIC See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 40 Competitive Driving Mode allows the driver to have full control of the front wheels while t...

Page 241: ...n this section The normal Traction Control System TCS will not be operating while in the Competitive Driving mode and the TCS light on the instrument panel cluster comes on Adjust your driving accordingly See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 40 for more information Traction Control System TCS The vehicle may have a Traction Control System TCS that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in ...

Page 242: ...tem 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 and you want to rock your vehicle to attempt to free it It may also be necessary to turn off the system when driving in off road conditions where high wheel spin is required See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 5 24 To turn the system off or on...

Page 243: ...de 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 when the drive wheels do not have traction Damage caused by misuse of the vehicle is not covered See the warranty book for additional information The traction control system may activate on dry or roug...

Page 244: ...ccordingly 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 4 6 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 245: ...n the system off shift to L Low or R Reverse When the system is turned off the ETS indicator warning light will come on and stay on and the TRACTION OFF message will be displayed when the gear shift 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...

Page 246: ...n the stopped position for an extended amount of time you may notice a reduced amount of power steering assist The normal amount of power steering assist should return shortly after a few normal steering 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 fo...

Page 247: ...e brakes but unless the vehicle has antilock brakes not enough to lock the wheels See Braking on page 5 3 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 248: ...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 249: ...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 5 6 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 250: ...ting the inside rearview mirror Slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles because headlamps can only light up so much road ahead Watch for animals When tired pull off the road Do not wear sunglasses Avoid staring directly into approaching headlamps Keep the windshield and all glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Keep your eyes moving especially during turns or curves No on...

Page 251: ...ing 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 little or no contact with the road There is no hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when the road i...

Page 252: ...osis 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 temperature cool Keep your eyes moving scan the road ahead and to the sides Check the rearview mirror and vehicle instruments often Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep h...

Page 253: ...d they could get so hot that they would not work well Continued WARNING Continued 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 your own lane Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane Top of hills Be alert something cou...

Page 254: ...icle motion at lower speeds The Antilock Brake System ABS on page 5 4 improves vehicle stability during hard stops on a slippery roads but whether the vehicle has ABS or not apply the brakes sooner than when on dry pavement Without ABS if the vehicle begins to slide let up on the brake pedal a little and apply steady pedal pressure to get the most traction On vehicles without ABS braking so hard t...

Page 255: ...t carbon monoxide see Engine Exhaust on page 3 35 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 only ...

Page 256: ...n the speedometer For information about using tire chains on the vehicle see Tire Chains on page 6 82 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels Turn off any traction system Shift back and forth between R Reverse and a forward gear or with a manual transmission between 1 First or 2 Second and R Reverse spinning the wheels as ...

Page 257: ...xle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on the vehicle can break and it can change the way the vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of the vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label Label Example A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar With the driver door open you will...

Page 258: ...ined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle 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 be...

Page 259: ...ract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Example 2 Item Description Total A 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 5 27 ...

Page 260: ...d Loading Information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Label A vehicle specific Certification label found on the rear edge of the driver door tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weig...

Page 261: ... of the vehicle If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they will keep going WARNING Things you put inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the cargo area of the vehicle In the cargo area put th...

Page 262: ... towing Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground Dolly towing is towing the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle towing What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendations What is the distan...

Page 263: ...manual transmission to Neutral 4 Release the parking brake To prevent the battery from draining while the vehicle is being towed remove the following fuse from the floor console fuse block 8 Ignition Switch PASS Key III See Floor Console Fuse Block on page 6 125 for more information Remember to reinstall the fuse once the destination has been reached Notice If 105 km h 65 mph is exceeded while tow...

Page 264: ...the vehicle towed from the rear Dolly Towing The vehicle cannot be dolly towed but can be dinghy towed See Dinghy Towing earlier in this section Notice Dolly towing your vehicle may cause damage because of reduced ground clearance Always tow your vehicle using the dinghy towing procedure listed in this section or put your vehicle on a flatbed truck 5 32 ...

Page 265: ...e 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 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 tips and ...

Page 266: ...t tow more 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...

Page 267: ...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 weigh...

Page 268: ...s leave just enough slack so the rig can turn Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes Does the trailer have its own brakes Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so they are installed adjusted and maintained properly Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Get to know the rig before setting out for the open ...

Page 269: ...trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle The vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering 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 o...

Page 270: ...ay experience more transmission shifting A COOLING MODE ON message may also appear in the DIC This alerts the driver that the shifting mode is in progress and is aiding engine cooling See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 40 for more information Parking on Hills WARNING Parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer attached can be dangerous If something goes wrong the rig could start to move Pe...

Page 271: ...enance on page 7 3 for more on this 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 overheat du...

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Page 273: ...il 6 17 Engine Oil Life System 6 21 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 2 0L Turbo Engine 6 23 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 2 2L Engine 6 25 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 27 Manual Transmission Fluid 6 27 Hydraulic Clutch 6 27 Cooling System 6 28 Engine Coolant 6 29 Engine Overheating 6 34 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 36 Brakes 6 37 Battery 6 41 Jump Starting 6 42 Headlamp Aiming 6 46 Bulb Replacement 6 49 Halog...

Page 274: ...Kit Storage 6 91 Changing a Flat Tire 6 92 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 6 93 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire All Models Except SS 6 98 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire SS Model 6 102 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 6 111 Compact Spare Tire 6 114 Appearance Care 6 115 Interior Cleaning 6 115 Fabric Carpet 6 116 Leather 6 117 Instrument Panel Viny...

Page 275: ...s Identification Label 6 124 Electrical System 6 124 Add On Electrical Equipment 6 124 Headlamp Wiring 6 124 Windshield Wiper Fuses 6 124 Power Windows and Other Power Options 6 124 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6 125 Floor Console Fuse Block 6 125 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 6 127 Capacities and Specifications 6 131 6 3 ...

Page 276: ...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 is 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 277: ...g Your Own Service Work WARNING 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 be easily confus...

Page 278: ...fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of this vehicle To help keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance we recommend the use of gasoline advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Look for the TOP TIER label on the fuel pump to ensure gasoline meets enhanced detergency standards developed by auto companies A list of marketers providing TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline ...

Page 279: ...knocking is heard when using gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher the engine needs service Gasoline Specifications At a minimum gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814 in the United States or CAN CGSB 3 5 or 3 511 in Canada Some gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT We recommend against the use of gasolines containing MMT See...

Page 280: ...rgent Gasoline For customers who do not use TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly one bottle of GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS added to the fuel tank at every engine oil change can help clean deposits from fuel injectors and intake valves GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS is the only gasoline additive recommended by General Motors Also your dealer retailer has additives that will help correct and preve...

Page 281: ...f such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system could be affected The malfunction indicator lamp might turn on If this occurs return to your dealer retailer for service Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel might be hard to find Never use le...

Page 282: ... near fuel or when 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 The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door...

Page 283: ...age 6 118 When replacing the fuel cap turn it clockwise until it clicks Make sure the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 4 27 The CHECK GAS CAP message displays on the Driver Information Center DIC if the fuel cap is not pro...

Page 284: ...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 WARNING 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 285: ...eft It is located under the front center of the hood toward the driver s side of the vehicle 3 After you have partially lifted the hood a gas strut will automatically take over to lift and hold the hood in the fully open position Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Lower the hood until the lifting force of the strut is reduced then release the hood to latch fully Ch...

Page 286: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2 2L L4 engine here is what you will see 6 14 ...

Page 287: ...ine Oil on page 6 17 D Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 6 37 and Hydraulic Clutch on page 6 27 E Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 6 127 F Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 6 42 G Remote Negative Terminal See Jump Starting on page 6 42 H Engine Coolant Surge Tank See Cooling System on page 6 28 I Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding ...

Page 288: ...When you open the hood on the 2 0L L4 engine this is what you will see 6 16 ...

Page 289: ...e Coolant Surge Tank See Cooling System on page 6 28 J Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 6 36 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 Se...

Page 290: ... on page 6 131 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 2 2L Engine 2 0L L4 Engine See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6 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...

Page 291: ... 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 Fail...

Page 292: ... 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 293: ...ranty Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil This vehicle has the Engine Oil Life System a computer system that indicates when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on engine revolutions 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...

Page 294: ... oil change is required If a situation occurs where the oil is changed prior to a CHANGE OIL SOON message being turned on reset the system After changing the engine oil the system must be reset 1 Turn the ignition to ON RUN with the engine off 2 Press the information and reset buttons on the Driver Information Center DIC at the same time to enter the personalization menu See DIC Vehicle Personaliz...

Page 295: ...e disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil Engine Air Cleaner Filter 2 0L Turbo Engine See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6 14 Engine Compartment Overview for the location of the engine air cleaner filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filte...

Page 296: ...e air cleaner filter in place when you are driving To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required Never use compressed air to clean the filter To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 1 Turn off the engine 2 Disconnect the air flow sensor elect...

Page 297: ...duct in place 9 Reconnect the air flow sensor electrical connector Engine Air Cleaner Filter 2 2L Engine See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6 14 for the location of the engine air cleaner filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspect the air cleaner filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each 50 000 mile 80 000 km interval See Schedu...

Page 298: ...the air cleaner filter is off dirt can easily get into the engine which could damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you are driving To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required Never use compressed air to clean the filter To inspect...

Page 299: ...e vehicle s warranty Always use the automatic transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7 11 Manual Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the manual transmission fluid level A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to a dealer retailer for service Have it repaired as soon as possible You may also have the f...

Page 300: ...L4 Engine shown 2 0L L4 Engine similar A Electric Engine Cooling Fan B Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap WARNING 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 6 28 ...

Page 301: ...In addition the engine coolant could require changing sooner at 50 000 km 30 000 miles 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 COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in the vehicle for five years or 150 000...

Page 302: ...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 303: ...ant is visible in the coolant surge tank If the coolant inside the coolant surge 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 surge tank but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done The coolant level should b...

Page 304: ...n 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 WARNING 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 turn ...

Page 305: ...you hear a hiss wait for that to stop This will allow any pressure still left to be vented out the discharge hose 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the COLD FILL line on the tank Wait about five minutes then check to see if the level is below the COLD FILL line If the level is below the line add additional coolant to ...

Page 306: ...mperature warning light on your vehicle s instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 4 26 for more information You may decide not to lift the hood when this warning appears but instead get service help right away See Roadside Assistance Program on page 8 7 If you do decide to lift the hood make sure the vehicle is parked on a level surface Then check to see if the engine...

Page 307: ...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 displayed with no sign of steam...

Page 308: ...cle 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 6 14 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mi...

Page 309: ...tch 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 system WARNI...

Page 310: ...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 311: ...Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with the 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 Specificati...

Page 312: ...ent Adjust them by backing up and firmly applying the brakes a few times Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking The vehicle was designed and tested with top quality brake parts When parts of the braking system are replaced for example when the brake linings...

Page 313: ...own to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage WARNING Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you are not careful See Jump Starting on page 6 42 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Infrequent Usage Remove the black negative cable from the battery to keep the batter...

Page 314: ...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 315: ... all lamps that are not needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save the radio 4 Open the hood on the other vehicle and locate the positive and negative terminal locations on that vehicle You will not see the battery of your vehicle under the hood It is located in the trunk You will not need to access your battery for jump starting The vehicle has a remote positive ...

Page 316: ...atch 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 that first If you don...

Page 317: ...e terminal 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...

Page 318: ...icle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the positive terminal cover to its original position Headlamp Aiming The optical headlamp aiming system has been preset at the factory and should nee...

Page 319: ...stopped while headlamp aiming is being done Normally loaded with a full tank of fuel with the spare tire in the proper location and one person or 160 lbs 75 kg on the driver seat Headlamp aiming is done with the vehicle s low beam headlamps The high beam headlamps will be correctly aimed if the low beam headlamps are aimed properly To adjust the vertical aim on the headlamps 1 Open the hood See Ho...

Page 320: ... the low beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard in front of the headlamp not being adjusted Do not place it directly on the headlamp This allows only the beam of light from the headlamp being adjusted to be seen on the flat surface 6 Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws which are under the hood near each headlamp assembly The adjustment screw can be turned with a 6 mm socket wrench 7 ...

Page 321: ...ps 6 through 8 for the opposite headlamp Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 6 55 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer retailer Halogen Bulbs WARNING 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 instru...

Page 322: ... Turn Signal Parking Lamp B Sidemarker C Headlamp To replace one of these bulbs 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 6 13 2 Remove the two bolts from the headlamp assembly 3 Remove the two fasteners from the fascia Assistance may be needed for Steps 4 and 5 6 50 ...

Page 323: ...se a tool to assist in turning the bulb socket 10 Pull the old bulb out of the socket 11 Install a new bulb 12 Reinstall the bulb assembly by reversing Steps 1 through 9 When reinstalling the headlamp assembly first make sure that the wiring harness is in its original position If not the headlamp assembly will not fit correctly Align the two tabs on the bottom of the assembly that fit into two slo...

Page 324: ... the trunk trim and pull back fastener 3 Disconnect the wiring harness by lifting up on the tab to release and pull it straight out 4 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it straight out of the taillamp 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 into the taillamp assembly and turn i...

Page 325: ...Remove the outer two screws from the taillamp assembly 5 Lift up on the tab and pull the wiring harness straight out 6 Remove the taillamp assembly from the quarter panel A Sidemarker B Stoplamp Turn Signal Taillamp C Back up 7 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it straight out 8 Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket 9 Push the new bulb straight into the socket 6 53 ...

Page 326: ...steners Back Up Lamps Coupe To replace a back up lamp bulb 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 3 12 2 Locate the back up lamp bulb assembly in the trunk lid 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out of the lamp assembly On vehicles that have a back up lamp cover first remove it by pressing the tab at the top 4 Pull the old bulb straight out of the bulb socket 5 Push the new bulb strai...

Page 327: ... into the socket and turn clockwise to reinstall 6 Push and turn the license plate lamp away from you through the opening 7 Reinstall the two screws holding the license plate lamp Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamps Bulb Number Back Up Lamps 921 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 912 Front Parking Turn Signal Lamps 3157KX Halogen Headlamps High Low Beam 9007 LL License Plate Lamp and Sidemarker 194 S...

Page 328: ...lacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 7 13 Here is how to remove the wiper blades 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly toward the driver side of the vehicle 3 Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2 6 56 ...

Page 329: ...d a serious accident See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 25 Continued WARNING Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your vehicle s tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 66 Overinflated tires are more lik...

Page 330: ...ver this type of damage Keep tires set to the correct inflation pressure and when possible avoid contact with curbs potholes and other road hazards Winter Tires If the vehicle has 225 40R18 size tires they are classified as performance tires These tires are designed for very responsive driving on wet or dry pavement If you expect to drive on snow or ice covered roads often you may want to get wint...

Page 331: ...u choose winter tires with a lower speed rating never exceed the tire s maximum speed capability Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall The examples below show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall Passenger P Metric Tire Example A Tire Size The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tir...

Page 332: ...D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT Department of Transportation code is the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture E Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the ...

Page 333: ... 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 carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load E Tire Inflation The tempo...

Page 334: ...he 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 as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate t...

Page 335: ... 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 6 66 Curb Weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant but without passengers and...

Page 336: ...ht 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 5 25 Occupant Distribution Designated seating positions Outward Facing Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehicle The side of the tire ...

Page 337: ...r New Tires on page 6 75 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 sidewall of the tire See Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 6 78 Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of d...

Page 338: ...ehicle 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 Information lab...

Page 339: ...ssure Monitor System TPMS This system 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 ...

Page 340: ...t the 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 6 68 for additional information Federal Communications Commission FCC and Industry Canada See Radio Frequen...

Page 341: ... of your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressure for your vehicle s tires when they are cold See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 25 for an example of the Tire and Loading Information label and its location on your vehicle Also see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 66 Your vehicle s TPMS system can warn you about a low tire pressure condition but it does not replace norm...

Page 342: ...ompleted successfully 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 matchin...

Page 343: ...es to match each tire and wheel position If it takes longer than two minutes to match any tire and wheel position the matching process stops and you need to start over TPMS Matching Process for Vehicles with Remote Keyless Entry RKE 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...

Page 344: ...ir pressure level as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label 11 Put the valve caps back on the valve stems TPMS Matching Process for Vehicles without Remote Keyless Entry RKE 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition switch to ON RUN with the engine off 3 Using the Driver Information Center DIC press the INFO and Set Reset buttons at the same time for about one second Then press and ...

Page 345: ...he TIRE LEARN message displays on the DIC Turn the ignition switch to LOCK OFF and start over beginning with Step 2 11 Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label 12 Put the valve caps back on the valve stems Tire Inspection and Rotation We recommend that you regularly inspect the vehicle s tires including the spare tire if the ve...

Page 346: ...ter rotating the tires See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 6 68 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 6 131 WARNING 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 off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rus...

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: ...ave 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 6 59 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 a...

Page 349: ...ires as your vehicle s original tires Vehicles that have a tire pressure monitoring system could give an inaccurate low pressure warning if non TPC Spec rated tires are installed on your vehicle Non TPC Spec rated tires may give a low pressure warning that is higher or lower than the proper warning level you would get with TPC Spec rated tires See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 6 67 Your veh...

Page 350: ...or your vehicle and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician See Buying New Tires on page 6 76 and Accessories and Modifications on page 6 4 for additional information Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following infor...

Page 351: ...on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s abi...

Page 352: ...separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis However if you notice unusual tire wear or your...

Page 353: ...f your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clear...

Page 354: ... P205 55R16 P205 50R17 or 225 40R18 size tires use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop an...

Page 355: ...t the parking brake firmly and put the shift lever in P Park 3 Turn off the engine 4 Inspect the flat tire WARNING Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training If a jack is provided with the vehicle it is designed only for changing a flat tire If it is used for anything else you or others could be badly injur...

Page 356: ...alant and compressor kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store the tire sealant and compressor kit in its original location If this vehicle has a tire sealant and compressor kit there may not be a spare tire tire changing equipment and on some vehicles there may not be a place to st...

Page 357: ...heck the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local dealer retailer See Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister following There is only enough sealant to seal one tire After usage the sealant canister and sealant air hose assembly must be replaced See Remo...

Page 358: ...have penetrated the tire 1 Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage location See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storage on page 6 91 Make sure the on off button D is in the off O position 2 Unwrap the sealant air hose G and the power plug C 3 Place the kit on the ground Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to the ground so the hose will reach it 4 Remove the valve ...

Page 359: ...re gauge E The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 66 The pressure gauge E may read higher than the actual tire pressure while the compressor is on Turn the compressor off to get an accurate pressure reading The compressor may be turned on off until the correct pressure is reached Notice If the recommended pres...

Page 360: ...through 11 under Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire Not Punctured If the tire pressure has fallen more than 10 psi 68 kPa below the recommended inflation pressure stop driving the vehicle The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire See Roadside Assistance Program on page 8 7 If the tire pressure has not dropped more than 10 ps...

Page 361: ...the tire valve stem is positioned close to the ground so the hose will reach it 6 Remove the tire valve stem cap by turning it counterclockwise 7 Attach the air only hose F onto the tire valve stem and press the lever down to secure it 8 Plug the power plug C into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets See Accessory Power Outlet s on page 4 12...

Page 362: ...reful while handling the tire sealant and compressor kit as it could be warm after usage 13 Unplug the power plug C from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle 14 Disconnect the air only hose F from the tire valve stem by turning it counterclockwise and replace the tire valve stem cap 15 Replace the air only hose F and the power plug C back in its original location 16 Place the equipment in the...

Page 363: ...the sealant air hose G with the slot in the air compressor 2 Push the sealant canister B down and turn it clockwise 3 Wrap the sealant air hose G around the air compressor channel to stow it in its original location 4 Push the air compressor inflator hose F onto the sealant canister inlet and push the lever down Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storage The tire sealant and compressor kit is located...

Page 364: ...r or fall on you or other people You and they could be badly injured or even killed Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transmission shift lever in P Park or shift a manual transmission to 1 First or R Reverse 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to...

Page 365: ...el blocks A A Wheel Block B Flat Tire The following information explains how to use the jack and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you will need is located in the trunk Base Models 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 3 12 2 Lift the trunk liner to access the spare tire and tools 6 93 ...

Page 366: ...A Cover B Retainer C Spare Tire D Wing Nut E Jack and Wheel Wrench F Bolt 6 94 ...

Page 367: ... for more information 4 Remove the spare tire C by gently pulling it up and out of the trunk 5 Remove the wing nut D that holds the jack and remove the jack and wheel wrench E Uplevel Models 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 3 12 2 Lift the trunk liner to access the spare tire and tools 6 95 ...

Page 368: ...ire D Foam Support E Bolt 3 Remove the retainer A that holds down the jack wheel wrench B and spare tire C 4 Remove the spare tire by gently pulling it up and out of the trunk The tools you will be using include the jack A and wheel wrench B 6 96 ...

Page 369: ...You will need to 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 6 97 ...

Page 370: ...eel wrench you can finish loosening them with your fingers The plastic nut caps do not come off 3 If necessary use the flat end of the wheel wrench to pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off Store the wheel cover in the trunk until the flat tire is repaired or replaced 4 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Do not remove them yet Notice Make sure that the jack lift he...

Page 371: ... vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack WARNING 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 locati...

Page 372: ...h later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6 92 10 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 11 Place the compact spare tire on the wheel mounting surface WARNING 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 12 Reinstall the wheel nuts with t...

Page 373: ... 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 6 131 for the wheel nut torque specification 4 Wheel Nuts 5 Wheel Nuts 14 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in...

Page 374: ...he 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 6 92 for more information 2 If your vehicle has plastic wheel covers use the wheel wrench to loosen the plastic wheel nut caps Once the plastic wheel nut caps have been loosened with the wheel wrench you can finish loosening th...

Page 375: ...ced 4 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the rear wheel nuts Do not remove them yet Notice Make sure that the jack lift head is in the correct position or you may damage your vehicle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty 5 Position the jack lift head at the rear jack location nearest the rear tire The rear location is about 4 inches 10 cm in front of the rear wheel opening 6 103 ...

Page 376: ...r a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack WARNING Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 8 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the grou...

Page 377: ...get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6 92 10 Place the compact spare tire on the wheel mounting surface WARNING 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 11 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nu...

Page 378: ...riginal 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 6 131 for the wheel nut torque specification 5 Wheel Nuts 13 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a cri...

Page 379: ...o replace the front flat tire See Rear Tire Changing Procedure in this section 2 Do a safety check before proceeding See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6 92 3 If your vehicle has plastic wheel covers use the wheel wrench to loosen the plastic wheel nut caps Once the plastic wheel nut caps have been loosened with the wheel wrench you can finish loosening them with your fingers The plastic nut caps do...

Page 380: ... location is about 8 inches 20 cm behind the front wheel opening Notice Make sure that the jack lift head is in the correct position or you may damage your vehicle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty 7 Raise the jack head until it fits firmly in the vehicle s frame where the notch is located nearest the flat tire 8 Put the tire near the flat tire WARNING Getting under a vehicle when ...

Page 381: ...are tire to fit under the vehicle 10 Remove all of the wheel nuts 11 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel WARNING 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 off and cause an accident When changing a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the...

Page 382: ...ned can cause the wheels to become loose or come off The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification after replacing Follow the torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts See Capacities and Specifications on page 6 131 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications Notice Improperly tighte...

Page 383: ...you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare the cover or the spare could be damaged Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools WARNING Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place 6 111 ...

Page 384: ...Base Model A Cover B Retainer C Jack and Wheel Wrench D Stow Bolt Extension Rod E Flat Tire F Bolt 6 112 ...

Page 385: ... first remove the center cap with your hand or the wheel wrench 4 Place the flat tire face down into the spare tire tub 5 Re attach the wheel wrench to the jack 6 Place the jack into the center of the flat tire being careful not to scratch the inside of the wheel 7 Remove the plastic sleeve from the stow bolt extension rod Secure the jack and road wheel using the larger plastic retainer 8 If used ...

Page 386: ... spare on the vehicle if the vehicle has one 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 ...

Page 387: ... 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 388: ...d 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 liquids gently blot the remaining soil with a paper towel Allow the soil to absorb into the paper towel...

Page 389: ... silicone or wax based products or those containing organic solvents to clean the vehicle s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Never use shoe polish on leather Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust If a more thorough cleaning is necessary a clean soft cloth dampened w...

Page 390: ...s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often Notice Certain cleaners contain chemicals that can damage the emblems or nameplates on the vehicle Check the cleaning product label If it states that it should not be used on plastic parts do not use it on the vehicle or damage may occur and it would not be covered by the warranty Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight Use a car washing soap Do ...

Page 391: ...age 6 118 Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish Approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer retailer If the vehicle has a basecoat clearcoat paint finish the clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat...

Page 392: ... necessary Use special care with aluminum trim To avoid damaging protective trim never use auto or chrome polish steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum A coating of wax rubbed to high polish is recommended for all bright metal parts Windshield and Wiper Blades Clean the outside of the windshield with glass cleaner Clean the rubber blades using a lint free cloth or paper towel soaked with windshie...

Page 393: ...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 394: ...nish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials available from your dealer retailer Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s retailer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on ...

Page 395: ...thin 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number VIN This legal identifier is in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver side It can be seen through the windshield from outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Ide...

Page 396: ...ain the vehicle battery even if the vehicle is not operating The vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 2 72 and Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 2 73 Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses Should the headlamps fail to function have the headlamp system che...

Page 397: ...you can borrow 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 is one additional fuse located in the back of the vehicle ...

Page 398: ...on Switch PASS Key III 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 6 126 ...

Page 399: ...limate Control System 31 Empty 32 Retained Accessory Power RAP Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver side of the vehicle Lift off the cover to check the fuses See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6 14 for more information on location Notice Spilling liquid on any electrical components on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any e...

Page 400: ...nk Blank Blank REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger COOL FAN2 Engine Cooling Fan High Speed CRNK Starter COOL FAN 1 Engine Cooling Fan Low Speed BCM3 Body Control Module 3 BCM2 Body Control Module 2 FOG LAMP Fog Lamps HORN Horn RT HI BEAM Passenger Side High Beam Lamp 6 128 ...

Page 401: ...l Module EPS Electric Power Steering AIR PUMP AIR Pump PRK LAMP Parking Lamps WPR Windshield Wiper IP IGN Ignition Fuses Usage A C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch CHMSL Center High Mount Stop Lamp ABS2 Antilock Brake System 2 Blank Blank ECM TRANS Engine Control Module Transmission BCK UP Back Up Lamps TRUNK HTD SEATS Trunk Heated Seats Blank Blank Blank Blank SDM Sensing Diagnostic Module Airbags A...

Page 402: ... CRNK Starter COOL FAN 2 TURBO COOL FANS Engine Cooling Fan L61 LE5 Engine Cooling Fans LNF FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump Relays Usage WPR ON OFF Windshield Wiper On Off COOL FAN 1 Engine Cooling Fan 1 PWR TRN Powertrain AIR PUMP AIR Pump A C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch CHMSL Center High Mount Stop Lamp RUN CRNK Run Crank Misc Usage PLR Fuse Puller 6 130 ...

Page 403: ...134a 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 L4 Engine 8 7 L 9 2 qt 2 2L L4 Engine 7 0 L 7 4 qt Engine Oil with Filter 2 0L L4 Engine 4 7 L 5 0 qt 2 2L L4 Engine 4 7 L 5 0 qt Fuel Tank 2 0L L4 Engine 50 0 L 13 2 gal 2 2L L4 Engine with NU6 emissions 51 1 L 13...

Page 404: ...t Manual Transmission 2 2L L4 Engine Complete Drain and Refill 1 6 L 1 7 qt Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y 100 lb ft 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 Manual 0 89 mm 0 035 in 2 2L L4 Engine 5 Automatic Manual 1 01 mm 0 040 in 6 132 ...

Page 405: ... Maintenance Schedule 7 2 Introduction 7 2 Scheduled Maintenance 7 3 Owner Checks and Services 7 8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 11 Maintenance Replacement Parts 7 13 Engine Drive Belt Routing 7 14 Maintenance Record 7 15 7 1 ...

Page 406: ...at carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information label See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 25 are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 6 7 WARNING Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous In trying to do some jobs you can be seriously injured Do your own maintena...

Page 407: ...iving under the best conditions the engine oil life system might not indicate the need for vehicle service for more than a year The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and the oil life system must be reset Your dealer retailer has trained service technicians who will perform this work and reset the system If the engine oil life system is reset accidentally service the vehicl...

Page 408: ...ystem inspection or every 12 months whichever occurs first Maintenance II Perform all services described in Maintenance I Steering and suspension inspection Visual inspection for damaged loose or missing parts or signs of wear Engine cooling system inspection Visual inspection of hoses pipes fittings and clamps and replacement if needed Windshield wiper blade inspection for wear cracking or contam...

Page 409: ...6 73 Once a Year Starter switch check See Owner Checks and Services on page 7 8 Parking brake and automatic transmission P Park mechanism check See Owner Checks and Services on page 7 8 Automatic transmission shiftlock control system check See Owner Checks and Services on page 7 8 Ignition transmission lock check See Owner Checks and Services on page 7 8 Engine cooling system and pressure cap pres...

Page 410: ...ntly towing a trailer or used for taxi police or delivery service See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 6 27 First Engine Oil Change After Every 160 000 km 100 000 Miles Spark plug replacement An Emission Control Service First Engine Oil Change After Every 240 000 km 150 000 Miles Engine cooling system drain flush and refill cooling system and cap pressure check and cleaning of outside of radia...

Page 411: ...tate tires Fluids visual leak check Engine air cleaner filter inspection vehicles driven in dusty conditions only Brake system inspection Steering and suspension inspection Engine cooling system inspection Windshield wiper blades inspection Body components lubrication Restraint system components check Passenger compartment air filter replacement Engine air cleaner filter inspection vehicles not dr...

Page 412: ...d be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 For automatic transmission vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The starter should work only in P Park or N Neutral If the starter works in any other position your vehicle needs service For manual transmission vehicles put the shift lever in Neutral push the clutch pedal down halfway and try to start the engine The starter shoul...

Page 413: ... 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 414: ...Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and the 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 e...

Page 415: ...API oils with 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 6 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 6 29 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No U S 12377967 in Ca...

Page 416: ... 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 417: ...ts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 2 0L L4 Engine 15909459 A3099C 2 2L L4 Engine 22731072 A3054C Engine Oil Filter 12605566 PF457G Passenger Compartment Air Filter 52493319 CF125 Spark Plugs 2 0L L4 Engine 12620540 41 108 2 2L L4 Engine 12625058 41 103 Wiper Blades Driver Side 22 in 56 cm 15243233 Passenger Side 17 in 43 cm 15243232 7 13 ...

Page 418: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing Dotted line shows routing for vehicles without air conditioning 7 14 ...

Page 419: ...vices are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7 15 ...

Page 420: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7 16 ...

Page 421: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7 17 ...

Page 422: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7 18 ...

Page 423: ...ervice Appointments 8 10 Courtesy Transportation Program 8 10 Collision Damage Repair 8 11 Reporting Safety Defects 8 15 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 15 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 8 15 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 8 16 Service Publications Ordering Information 8 16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 8 18 Event Data Recorders 8 18...

Page 424: ...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 425: ...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 426: ...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 427: ...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 428: ...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 429: ...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 430: ...mited reserve the right to limit services or payment to an owner or driver if they decide the claims are made too often or the same type of claim is made many times Services Provided Emergency Fuel Delivery Delivery of enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station Lock Out Service Service is provided to unlock the vehicle if you are locked out A remote unlock may be available i...

Page 431: ...imit of six requests per year Additional travel information is also available Allow three weeks for delivery Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance Must be over 250 km 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 advis...

Page 432: ...w Vehicle Limited Warranty Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada and extended powertrain and hybrid specific warranty in both the U S and Canada Several courtesy transportation options are available to assist in reducing your inconvenience when warranty repairs are required Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner As...

Page 433: ...al and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes levies usage fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair It may not be possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Info...

Page 434: ...bit premature durability corrosion problems and may not perform properly in subsequent collisions Aftermarket parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty and any vehicle failure related to such parts are not covered by that warranty Repair Facility We recommend that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs Your dealer ret...

Page 435: ...istance call GM Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance Program on page 8 7 for more information If your vehicle cannot be driven know where the towing service will be taking it Get a card from the tow truck operator or write down the driver s name the service s name and the phone number Remove any valuables from your vehicle before it is towed away Make sure this includes your insurance infor...

Page 436: ...required replacement collision parts be original equipment parts either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts Remember recycled parts will not be covered by your GM vehicle warranty Insurance pays the bill for the repair but you must live with the repair Depending on your policy limits your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts Discuss this with your...

Page 437: ...olved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue S E Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov Reporting Safety Defects ...

Page 438: ...neral Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give additional technical service information needed ...

Page 439: ...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 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc on the World Wide Web at helminc com Or you can write to Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit ...

Page 440: ...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 441: ... except with the consent of the vehicle owner or if the vehicle is leased with the consent of the lessee in response to an official request of police or similar government office as part of GM s defense of litigation through the discovery process or as required 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 w...

Page 442: ...her GM system containing personal information Radio Frequency Statement This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with RSS 210 211 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 The device may not cause interference 2 The device must accept any interference received including...

Page 443: ...d an Airbag Inflate 2 58 Where Are the Airbags 2 56 Airbags Passenger Status Indicator 4 22 Readiness Light 4 21 System Check 2 53 Antenna Fixed Mast 4 86 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 4 86 Antilock Brake System ABS 5 4 Warning Light 4 24 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 6 121 Care of Safety Belts 6 118 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 123 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 6 119 ...

Page 444: ...2 Belt Routing Engine 7 14 Bluetooth 4 73 Boost Gauge 4 32 Brake Emergencies 5 5 Brakes 6 37 Antilock 5 4 Parking 3 31 System Warning Light 4 23 Braking 5 3 Braking in Emergencies 5 5 Break In New Vehicle 3 20 Bulb Replacement 6 55 Back Up Lamps Ambulance Body 6 54 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 6 51 Fog Lamps 4 10 Halogen Bulbs 6 49 Headlamp Aiming 6 46 Headlamps 6 49 Headlamps Front Turn Sig...

Page 445: ...aints Infants and Young Children 2 34 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 2 41 Older Children 2 31 Child Restraints cont Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 2 47 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 2 50 Systems 2 37 Where to Put the Restraint 2 39 Cigarette Lighter 4 13 Circuit Breakers 6 125 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 6 121 Exterior Lamps L...

Page 446: ... Users 8 6 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 8 16 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 2 D Damage Repair Collision 8 11 Data Recorders Event 8 18 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 4 10 Defensive Driving 5 2 Delayed Locking 3 10 Differential Limited Slip 5 14 Disc MP3 4 66 Display Reconfigurable Performance 4 33 Doing Your Own Service Work 6 5 Dome Lamp 4 11 Door Automatic Door Lo...

Page 447: ...er Power Options 6 124 Windshield Wiper Fuses 6 124 Electronic Immobilizer PASS Key III 3 18 Electronic Immobilizer Operation PASS Key III 3 18 Electronic Stability Control 5 6 Electronic Stability Control Indicator Light 4 25 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 23 6 25 Check and Service Engine Soon Lamp 4 27 Compartment Overview 6 14 Coolant 6 29 Coolant Heater 3 25 Coolant Temperature Warning Light 4 26...

Page 448: ...6 Additives 6 8 California Fuel 6 7 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 6 12 Filling the Tank 6 10 Fuels in Foreign Countries 6 9 Fuel cont Gasoline Octane 6 7 Gasoline Specifications 6 7 Gauge 4 32 Fuel Economy Driving for Better 1 20 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block 6 127 Floor Console Fuse Block 6 125 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6 125 Windshield Wiper 6 124 G Gasoline Octane 6 7 Specifications ...

Page 449: ...ter Driver Seat 2 3 Highbeam On Light 4 31 Highway Hypnosis 5 20 Hill and Mountain Roads 5 20 Hood Checking Things Under 6 12 Release 6 13 Horn 4 3 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 2 15 Hydraulic Clutch 6 27 I Ignition Positions 3 21 Indicator Warning LIghts Enhanced Traction System ETS 4 25 Infants and Young Children Restraints 2 34 Inflation Tire Pressure 6 66 Instrument Panel Brightness 4 11 I...

Page 450: ...e Warning 4 26 Enhanced Traction System ETS Active 5 12 Flash to Pass 4 5 Fog Lamps 4 31 High Low Beam Changer 4 5 Lights cont Highbeam On 4 31 Oil Pressure 4 30 On Reminder 4 10 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 4 22 Safety Belt Reminders 4 20 Security 4 31 Tire Pressure 4 27 Up Shift 4 23 Limited Slip Differential 5 14 Loading Your Vehicle 5 25 Locks Automatic Door Lock 3 10 Delayed Locking 3 10...

Page 451: ...ew 3 37 Outside Convex Mirror 3 38 Outside Manual Mirror 3 37 Outside Power Mirrors 3 38 Outside Remote Control Mirror 3 37 MP3 4 66 N Navigation System Privacy 8 19 Net Convenience 3 39 New Vehicle Break In 3 20 O Odometer 4 20 Off Road Recovery 5 16 Oil Engine 6 17 Engine Oil Life System 6 21 Pressure Light 4 30 Older Children Restraints 2 31 Online Owner Center 8 5 OnStar Privacy 8 19 OnStar Sy...

Page 452: ...stem 6 124 Retained Accessory RAP 3 23 Windows 3 15 Pregnancy Using Safety Belts 2 30 Privacy 8 18 Navigation System 8 19 OnStar 8 19 Radio Frequency Identification RFID 8 20 Program Courtesy Transportation 8 10 Programmable Automatic Door Unlock 3 10 Proposition 65 Warning California 6 5 R Racing or Other Competitive Driving 5 18 Radio Frequency Identification RFID 8 20 Statement 8 20 Radio s 4 5...

Page 453: ...C 5 6 Enhanced Traction System ETS 5 14 Roadside Assistance Program 8 7 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 5 24 Roof Sunroof 3 40 Running the Vehicle While Parked 3 36 S Safety Belts Care of 6 118 Extender 2 30 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 2 15 Lap Shoulder Belt 2 24 Reminders 4 20 Safety Belts Are for Everyone 2 10 Use During Pregnancy 2 30 Safety Defects Reporting Canadian Government 8 15 G...

Page 454: ...31 Speedometer 4 20 Split Folding Rear Seat 2 9 Start Vehicle Remote 3 6 Starting the Engine 3 23 Steering 5 14 Steering Wheel Controls Audio 4 84 Steering Wheel Tilt Wheel 4 3 Storage Areas Center Console 3 39 Convenience Net 3 39 Cupholders 3 39 Driver Storage Compartment 3 39 Glove Box 3 39 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 6 91 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 24 Sun Visors 3 16 Sunro...

Page 455: ...59 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 6 111 Terminology and Definitions 6 63 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 6 78 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 6 80 Tires cont Wheel Replacement 6 80 When It Is Time for New Tires 6 75 Winter 6 58 Towing Recreational Vehicle 5 30 Towing a Trailer 5 33 5 39 Your Vehicle 5 30 Traction Control System TCS 5 9 Limited Slip Differential 5 14 Traction System Enhanced ...

Page 456: ...cators 4 18 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages 4 40 Hazard Flashers 4 3 Safety and Symbols iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 6 80 Different Size 6 78 Replacement 6 80 When It Is Time for New Tires 6 75 Where to Put the Child Restraint 2 39 Windows 3 14 Manual 3 15 Power 3 15 Windshield Washer 4 6 Washer Fluid 6 36 Wiper Blade Replacement 6 56 Wiper Blades Cleaning 6 120 Wiper Fuses 6 124 Wipers...

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