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Chevrolet 2010 HHR, Owner'S Manual

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Section 1

In Brief

Instrument Panel

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Initial Drive Information

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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Sensing System for Passenger Airbag . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14

Vehicle Features

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Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Portable Audio Devices

(Auxiliary Input or USB Port) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16

Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Bluetooth

®

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Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20

Performance and Maintenance

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Traction Control System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23
Driving for Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
OnStar

®

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Summary of Contents for 2010 HHR

Page 1: ...ws 3 16 Theft Deterrent Systems 3 18 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 3 22 Mirrors 3 41 Object Detection Systems 3 44 Storage Areas 3 47 Sunroof 3 52 Instrument Panel 4 1 Instrument Panel Overview 4 3 Climate Controls 4 18 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 4 23 Driver Information Center DIC 4 46 Audio System s 4 60 Driving Your Vehicle 5 1 Your Driving the Road and the Vehicle 5 2 Towing 5 2...

Page 2: ...tion 6 118 Electrical System 6 118 Capacities and Specifications 6 125 Maintenance Schedule 7 1 Maintenance Schedule 7 2 Customer Assistance Information 8 1 Customer Assistance and Information 8 2 Reporting Safety Defects 8 13 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 8 15 Index i 1 ...

Page 3: ...r 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 1 800...

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: ...shield Wiper Washer 1 13 Climate Controls 1 14 Vehicle Features 1 15 Radio s 1 15 Satellite Radio 1 16 Portable Audio Devices Auxiliary Input or USB Port 1 16 Steering Wheel Controls 1 17 Bluetooth 1 17 Driver Information Center DIC 1 18 Cruise Control 1 19 Storage Compartments 1 19 Power Outlets 1 20 Performance and Maintenance 1 21 Traction Control System TCS 1 21 Electronic Stability Control ES...

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

Page 9: ...d Release on page 6 15 K Driver Information Center DIC Buttons See Driver Information Center DIC on page 4 46 Buttons L Horn on page 4 3 M Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4 92 If Equipped N Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4 14 O Audio System s on page 4 60 P Climate Control System on page 4 18 Q Rear Window Wiper Washer on page 4 7 R Shift Lever Manual Shown See Manual Transmission Opera...

Page 10: ...o unlock all remaining doors Press Q to lock all doors Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized Press and hold or for approximately one second to open the rear driver or passenger side door Press L and release to locate the vehicle Press L and hold for three 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 Operati...

Page 11: ...gnition on and then back off See Remote Vehicle Start on page 3 7 Door Locks From outside the vehicle unlock the door using either the key or the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter From inside use the manual lock knobs located at the top of the door panel near the window See Door Locks on page 3 9 Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are on the front doors Press the top or bottom of the...

Page 12: ...s Press the front of the switch to lower the window Pull the switch up to raise it For more information see Power Windows on page 3 17 Seat Adjustment Manual Seats 1 Lift the bar under the seat to unlock the seat 2 Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar Try to move the seat to be sure it is locked in place See Manual Seats on page 2 4 1 6 ...

Page 13: ...r the entire seat by moving the front or rear of the control up or down See Power Seat on page 2 5 Reclining Seatbacks 1 Lift the lever to release the seatback 2 Move the seatback to where you want it and release the lever 3 Press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked in place See Reclining Seatbacks on page 2 7 1 7 ...

Page 14: ...ear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support See Power Lumbar on page 2 6 Second Row Seats The seatbacks can be folded flat For detailed instructions for lowering the seatback s see Split Folding Rear Seat on page 2 11 1 8 ...

Page 15: ...mation Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly For more information see Head Restraints on page 2 2 Safety Belt Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly Safety Belts They Are for Everyone on page 2 14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 2 19 Lap Shoulder Belt on...

Page 16: ... States Canada See Passenger Sensing System on page 2 70 for important information Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors Controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver door armrest 1 Press the left or right side of the selector located beneath the control pad to adjust the driver or passenger mirror 2 Press the control pad to move the mirror to the desired direction Manually fold th...

Page 17: ...iew mirror will automatically reduce the glare from the headlamps of the vehicle behind The dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the ignition is turned to start See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 3 41 Steering Wheel Adjustment The adjustment lever is located on the left side of the steering column 1 Pull the lever down to adjust the steering wheel 2 Mov...

Page 18: ...ome lamps To turn the front reading lamps on or off press the lamp lens To turn the rear reading lamps on or off press the button next to the lamp For more information see Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4 14 Entry Exit Lighting on page 4 14 Exterior Lighting The lever is on the left side of the steering column 2 Turns on the headlamps parking lamps and taillamps Turns on the parking lamps and...

Page 19: ... transmission have the parking brake set and the vehicle is not moving For more information see Headlamps on page 4 11 Fog Lamps on page 4 13 Daytime Running Lamps DRL on page 4 12 Automatic Headlamp System on page 4 12 Windshield Wiper Washer The windshield wiper lever is on the right side of the steering wheel 1 High Speed Fast wipes 6 Low Speed Slow wipes Delay Sets a delay between wipes 1 13 ...

Page 20: ...ff 8 Mist Single wipe move the lever to z and then release it Several wipes hold lever on z longer Windshield Washer Press the button at the end of the lever until the washers begin See Windshield Wipers on page 4 5 Windshield Wipers and Windshield Washer on page 4 6 Windshield Washer Climate Controls The heating cooling and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system A Temperat...

Page 21: ...information is not available No Info displays For more information about these and other radio features see Audio System s on page 4 60 and Radio s on page 4 62 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 be...

Page 22: ...o 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 required to receive the XM service For more information refer to www xmradio com or call 1 800 929 2100 U S www xmradio ca or call 1 877 438 9677 Canada See XM Satellite Radio Service...

Page 23: ...gain to turn the sound on Press and hold longer than two seconds to interact with the OnStar or Bluetooth systems c Press to reject an incoming call or to end a call For more information see Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4 92 Bluetooth For vehicles with an in vehicle Bluetooth system it allows users with a Bluetooth enabled cell phone to make and receive hands free calls using the vehicle ...

Page 24: ...cle information displays r Press to reset some vehicle information displays select a personalization setting or acknowledge a warning message For more information see Driver Information Center DIC on page 4 46 Vehicle Personalization Some vehicle features can be programmed by using the DIC buttons on the left side of the steering wheel These features include Oil Life Reset Units RKE Lock and Unloc...

Page 25: ...ff RES Press to resume or accelerate speed SET Press to set or decrease speed For more information see Cruise Control on page 4 8 Storage Compartments Vehicles with a panel cargo cover feature can be adjusted into four positions Place the panel lower position for additional cargo space above it 1 19 ...

Page 26: ...er Outlets Accessory power outlets can be used to connect electrical equipment such as a cellular phone There are two accessory power outlets located on the instrument panel below the climate controls and at the rear of the center console There may be another outlet in the rear cargo area on the passenger side To use the outlet remove the cover See Accessory Power Outlet s on page 4 16 and Ashtray...

Page 27: ...or 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 system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started To turn off both traction control and Electronic Stability Control press and hold d until F illuminates and the app...

Page 28: ...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 29: ...d the reset button until the DIC display shows ACKNOWLEDGED This will tell you the system has been reset 5 Turn the key to LOCK OFF For vehicles with the 2 2L VIN Code V or 2 4L VIN Code B engines you can also reset the system as follows 1 Turn the ignition key to ON RUN with the engine off 2 Fully press and release the accelerator pedal slowly three times within five seconds 3 Turn the key to LOC...

Page 30: ... positive and negative terminals in the engine compartment See Battery on page 6 40 and Jump Starting on page 6 41 Roadside Assistance Program U S 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 243 8872 TTY Users 1 888 889 2438 Canada 1 800 268 6800 As the owner of a new Chevrolet you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program This program provides technically trained advisors who are available 24 hours ...

Page 31: ...e on most vehicles Not all OnStar services are available on all vehicles For more information see the OnStar Owner s Guide or visit www onstar com U S or www onstar 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 Own...

Page 32: ...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 33: ...and Young Children 2 38 Child Restraint Systems 2 41 Where to Put the Restraint 2 43 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 2 45 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 2 53 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 2 56 Airbag System 2 60 Where Are the Airbags 2 63 When Should an Airbag Inflate 2 65 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 2 67 How Does an Airbag Restrain 2...

Page 34: ...roperly there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck spinal injury in a crash Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint 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 2 2 ...

Page 35: ...on located on the top of the seatback and push the restraint down Push down on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place The head restraints are not designed to be removed The rear seat has head rests that can be adjusted up and down 2 3 ...

Page 36: ...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 4 ...

Page 37: ... desired height Power Seat Driver s Seat with Power Seat Control and Power Lumbar shown If the vehicle has a power seat the control used to operate it is located on the outboard side of the driver s seat To adjust the seat do any of the following Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by holding the front of th...

Page 38: ...tton shown Passenger s side button similar If your vehicle has this feature the driver s and passenger s heated seat buttons are located on the climate control panel below the fan switch Press the button once to turn the heated seat to the high setting Both lights below the heated seat symbol will come on Press the button a second time and the heated seat will go to the low setting The bottom ligh...

Page 39: ... 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 Passenger s Side Reclining Lever shown Driver s Side similar The seats have reclining seatbacks The lever used to operate them is located on the outboard side of the seats Lift the lever to release the seatback Move the seatback to wh...

Page 40: ...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 41: ...ING Things you put on this seatback can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Remove or secure all items before driving To fold the seatback do the following 1 Move the front passenger seat rearward to ensure there is enough room to fold the seatback forward See Manual Seats on page 2 4 for more information The head restraint may need to be removed if the seat is not able...

Page 42: ... seatback to be sure it is locked To raise the seatback to an upright position 1 Pull up on either lever 2 Push the seatback up until it is in a locked position WARNING If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked 3 Push and pull on the seatback t...

Page 43: ...erferes with the front seat when the front seat is moved back in place If removed store the head restraint where it cannot move while the vehicle is in motion 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 4 Move the safety be...

Page 44: ...5 Pull up on the knob located on the top of the seatback on the outboard side to release the seatback 2 12 ...

Page 45: ...d push rearward until you hear a click Keep the safety belt clear of the seat and not twisted The release knob on the top of the seatback has a red ring If the seatback is not fully latched this ring will be visible Push on the seatback until the ring is not visible WARNING If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting t...

Page 46: ...lt and check that your passenger s are restrained properly too WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and...

Page 47: ...le up can survive and sometimes walk away Without safety belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 40 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels 2 15 ...

Page 48: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 2 16 ...

Page 49: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 2 17 ...

Page 50: ...ing a safety belt or not But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted And you can unbuckle a safety belt even if you are upside down Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag...

Page 51: ... for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and infants If a child will be riding in the vehicle see Older Children on page 2 35 or Infants and Young Children on page 2 38 Follow those rules for everyone s protection It is very important for all occupants to buckle up Statistics show tha...

Page 52: ... 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 of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash 2 20 ...

Page 53: ...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 21 ...

Page 54: ...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 22 ...

Page 55: ...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 23 ...

Page 56: ...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 24 ...

Page 57: ...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 25 ...

Page 58: ...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 26 ...

Page 59: ...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 27 ...

Page 60: ... is pulled out all the way the child restraint locking feature may be engaged If this happens let the belt go back all the way and start again Engaging the child restraint locking feature can affect the passenger sensing system if equipped See Passenger Sensing System on page 2 70 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the bel...

Page 61: ...latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants To unlatch the belt push the button on the buckle The belt should return to its stowed position Before a door is closed be sure the safety belt is out of the way If a door is slammed against a safety belt damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle 2 29 ...

Page 62: ...try to move it down without pressing the release button to make sure it has locked into position Safety Belt Pretensioners This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen they are part of the safety belt assembly They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal or near fronta...

Page 63: ...ay provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed and properly adjusted the comfort guide positions the shoulder belt away from the neck and head Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storag...

Page 64: ...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 32 ...

Page 65: ...uckle position and release the safety belt as described previously in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guide squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can be removed from the guide Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Turn the guide and clip inward and slide them in be...

Page 66: ...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 67: ...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 28 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 68: ...fety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 2 28 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 69: ...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 37 ...

Page 70: ...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 71: ...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 39 ...

Page 72: ...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 73: ...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 74: ...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 75: ...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 76: ...ploy 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 restraint in a rear seat See Passenger Sensing System on page ...

Page 77: ...must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be attached 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 attachments...

Page 78: ...Either will have a single attachment B to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached Be sure to read and follow the instructions ...

Page 79: ...nchor Seating positions with top tether anchors Front Passenger Seat Panel and Rear Seat Delete Models i Top Tether Anchor Seating position with a top tether anchor To assist you in locating the lower anchors each seating position with lower anchors has two labels near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion 2 47 ...

Page 80: ...If the vehicle is a panel van equipped with a cargo partition see the Cargo Partition Owner Manual Supplement for the top tether anchor location and routing instructions Vehicles with Rear Seats The rear outboard top tether anchors are located on the cargo floor behind the rear seats The rear center top tether anchor is located in a storage compartment behind the rear seats Lift the lid of the sto...

Page 81: ...ation and routing instructions Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed When the top tether anchor is being used for a child restraint do not use the same anchor to secure cargo 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 ...

Page 82: ...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 83: ...position 1 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 1 3 Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors 2 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor if equipped Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps 2 1 To secure a child restraint in the rear ...

Page 84: ...see the Cargo Partition Owner Manual Supplement for the top tether anchor location and routing instructions 2 5 If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint raise it 2 6 Route attach and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you a...

Page 85: ...ATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 2 45 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH If a child restraint is secured in the vehicle using a safety belt and it uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 2 45 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a natio...

Page 86: ...run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 2 54 ...

Page 87: ...nt as you tighten the belt 6 If the child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 2 45 for more information 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it...

Page 88: ...e 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 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 fronta...

Page 89: ...n without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached You will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Fol...

Page 90: ...to the buckle until it clicks Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 2 58 ...

Page 91: ... LATCH on page 2 45 for more information 8 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure If the vehicle is equipped with the passenger sensing system and the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag the off indicator on the passenger airbag status indicator should light and say lit when you start the vehicle If a child res...

Page 92: ...enger With roof rail airbags the word AIRBAG will appear along the headliner or trim Even if you do not have a right front passenger seat in your vehicle there is still an active frontal airbag in the right side of the instrument panel Do not place cargo in front of this airbag WARNING Be sure that cargo is not near an airbag In a crash an inflating airbag might force that object toward a person T...

Page 93: ...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 inflates can be seriously injured or killed Do not sit unnecessarily close to the airbag as you would be if you were sitting ...

Page 94: ...or them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 2 35 or Infants and Young Children on page 2 38 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The lig...

Page 95: ...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 63 ...

Page 96: ... 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 97: ...d how quickly your vehicle slows down Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds For example If the vehicle hits a stationary object the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a moving object If the vehicle hits an object that deforms the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits an object does not deform If the vehicle ...

Page 98: ...s will inflate if the crash severity is above the system s designed threshold level The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design Roof rail airbags are not intended to inflate in frontal impacts near frontal impacts or rear impacts A roof rail airbag is intended to deploy on the side of the vehicle that is struck or if the sensing system predicts that the vehicle is about to roll over ...

Page 99: ...belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts Frontal airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually Roof rail airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body Rollover capable roof rail airbags are designed to help con...

Page 100: ...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 101: ...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 102: ...cator on page 4 28 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 and deter...

Page 103: ...hild restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat If the vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint a rear facing child restraint should not be installed in the vehicle even if the airbag is off The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off...

Page 104: ...or very small adults the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag depending upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in the vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person WARNING If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on it means that some...

Page 105: ...and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit turn the vehicle off Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion if adjustable to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If this happens adjust the head restraint See Head Restrai...

Page 106: ...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 107: ... aftermarket equipment except when approved by GM for your specific vehicle See Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 2 77 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 s...

Page 108: ...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 retailer and the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 8 14 WARNING For u...

Page 109: ... 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 on page 2 70 If you have questions call Custo...

Page 110: ... the safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 4 26 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care of Safety Belts on page 6 113 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 27 for more information Notice If an airbag covering i...

Page 111: ...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 113: ...mobilizer 3 20 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Operation 3 20 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 3 22 New Vehicle Break In 3 22 Ignition Positions 3 23 Retained Accessory Power RAP 3 25 Starting the Engine 3 25 Engine Coolant Heater 3 27 Automatic Transmission Operation 3 28 Manual Transmission Operation 3 31 Parking Brake 3 34 Shifting Into Park Automatic Transmission 3 36 Shifting Out of Pa...

Page 114: ...ra RVC 3 44 Storage Areas 3 47 Glove Box 3 47 Cupholders 3 47 Instrument Panel Storage 3 47 Floor Console Storage Area 3 47 Rear Storage Area 3 48 Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover 3 48 Roof Rack System 3 50 Convenience Net 3 51 Hideaway Rear Storage Bins 3 51 Sunroof 3 52 3 2 ...

Page 115: ...ill function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children The key can be used for the ignition and the driver s door lock The key has a transponder in the key head that matches a decoder in the vehicle s steering column If a replacement key or any additional keys are needed...

Page 116: ...han an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range try this Check the distance The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle Stand closer during rainy or snowy weather Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try aga...

Page 117: ...through the DIC the horn chirps to indicate unlocking has occurred See UNLOCK HORN under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 4 54 for more information If K is pressed again within five seconds all remaining doors and the liftgate unlock The interior lamps come on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on If enabled through the DIC the parking lamps flash twice to indicate unloc...

Page 118: ... longer work once the new transmitter is programmed Each vehicle can have up to four transmitters programmed to it Battery Replacement Replace the battery if the KEY FOB BATT LOW message displays in the DIC See KEY FOB BATT LOW under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 48 for additional information Notice When replacing the battery do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter Static from y...

Page 119: ... 3 4 for additional information Remote Vehicle Start This button will be on the RKE transmitter if you have remote start To start the engine using the remote start feature 1 Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle 2 Press and release the transmitter s lock button then immediately press and hold the remote vehicle start button for four seconds or until the vehicle s turn signal lamps flash When the ...

Page 120: ...itter at the vehicle and press the remote start button until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4 3 Insert the vehicle s key into the ignition switch and turn the switch to ON RUN and then back to LOCK OFF The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if The remote start system is disabled through the DIC The vehicle s key is in t...

Page 121: ... may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle To lock the driver s d...

Page 122: ... transmitter is used to lock the vehicle If any door is open when locking the vehicle three chimes will sound signaling that the delayed locking feature is active Five seconds after the last door is closed all of the doors and liftgate will lock The turn signal lamps will flash to indicate that the doors have been locked To cancel the delay and lock the doors immediately press the lock button a se...

Page 123: ...anual transmission If your vehicle has a Driver Information Center DIC the doors can be programmed to automatically unlock several ways for vehicles with an automatic transmission See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 4 54 for more information Rear Door Security Locks Vehicles with rear door security locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside On vehicles with this featu...

Page 124: ... the ignition and any door is open all the doors will lock and the driver s door will unlock Be sure to remove the key from the ignition when locking your vehicle The lockout protection can be overridden by pressing and holding the power door lock in the lock position for three seconds Rear Side Cargo Door The rear side cargo doors can be opened by pressing the buttons located on the driver and pa...

Page 125: ...h as a garage door you could damage the liftgate or the liftgate glass Always check to make sure the area above and behind the liftgate is clear before opening it WARNING Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate trunk hatch open or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk hatch or liftgate Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide CO whi...

Page 126: ...pen the liftgate do the following 1 Remove the trim plug located on the inside of the liftgate near the center 2 Locate the release lever on the latch The lever is located about three inches 7 62 cm behind the trim in the access hole 3 14 ...

Page 127: ...3 Insert a tool into the access hole Push the release lever rearward 4 The liftgate will unlatch when the lever is pushed rearward Push the liftgate to open 5 Reinstall the trim plug 3 15 ...

Page 128: ...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 16 ...

Page 129: ...cle with children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows Driver s Side Shown The power window controls are located on each of the side doors The driver s door also has switches that control the passenger and rear windows Press the switch to lower the window Pull up on the front edge of the switch to raise the window ...

Page 130: ...g the windows Press the lockout button located with the power window switches to turn the feature on and off When the red band on the button is showing the lockout feature is off Sun Visors To block out glare swing down the visor s The sun visors can also be detached from the center mount and swung out to cover the side windows They can also be slid along the rod to cover different areas of the fr...

Page 131: ...he system is armed the security light flashes once every three seconds If the security light flashes twice per second a door is open Locking the vehicle with the manual lock knobs on the doors will not arm the system Disarming the System Disarm the system by doing any one of the following Press the RKE transmitter unlock button Turn the ignition on Once the system is disarmed the security light st...

Page 132: ...S 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 light will come on if there is a problem ...

Page 133: ... 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 134: ... 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 32 or Towing a Trailer Manual Transmission on...

Page 135: ...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 136: ... 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 137: ...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 138: ... 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 139: ...hicle near the headlamp and the radiator 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 three pr...

Page 140: ... 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 the parking brake and move the shift lever to P Park...

Page 141: ... vehicle warranty Shift to R Reverse only after the vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging the transmission see If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 5 23 N Neutral In this position the engine does not connect with the wheels To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving use N Neutral only Also use N Neut...

Page 142: ...n hilly winding roads and when towing a trailer so that there is less shifting between gears PERFORMANCE SHIFTING If the vehicle has this feature it can detect a change in driving patterns while in the Intermediate position If you make an aggressive driving maneuver the vehicle s transmission automatically shifts to the lowest possible gear to maximize vehicle performance The vehicle will automati...

Page 143: ...ansmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty 1 First Press the clutch pedal and shift into 1 First Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal You can shift into 1 First when the vehicle is traveling less than 20 mph 32 km h If you have come to a complete stop and it is hard to shift into 1 First put the shift lever in N Neutral and let up on th...

Page 144: ...al Use this position when you start or idle the engine R Reverse To back up press down the clutch pedal and shift into R Reverse For SS models lift upwards on the ring located on the underside of the shift knob to shift into R Reverse Notice Shifting to R Reverse while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Shift to R Re...

Page 145: ...elerator Ignore the light when downshifting No Lift Upshift SS Models If the vehicle has the 2 0L turbo engine and manual transmission 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...

Page 146: ...utilizing the clutch while keeping the accelerator pedal fully applied A quicker shift maneuver gives the best performance If the engine is operated at the maximum engine speed for greater than one second the engine exits the No Lift Upshift mode and resumes normal engine overspeed protection Parking Brake The parking brake lever is located between the front seats 3 34 ...

Page 147: ... Warning Light on page 4 30 To release the parking brake hold the brake pedal down Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down If you forget to release your parking brake a chime will sound and a warning message will be displayed when the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is moving faster than...

Page 148: ...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 149: ... brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of P Park Shifting Out of Park Automatic Transmission This vehicle is equipped with an electronic shift lock release system The shift lock release is designed to Prevent ignition key removal unles...

Page 150: ... you still cannot move the shift lever from P Park consult your dealer retailer or a professional towing service Parking the Vehicle Manual Transmission Before leaving the vehicle fully press the clutch pedal down move the shift lever into R Reverse and firmly apply the parking brake Once the shift lever has been placed in R Reverse with the clutch pedal pressed down the ignition key can be turned...

Page 151: ...system leaks due to corrosion or damage 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 Continued WARNING Continued 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 152: ... 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 153: ...formation on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar See the OnStar owners guide for more information about the services OnStar provides Press the buttons located at the bottom of the mirror to turn the map lights on or off O On Off Press to turn the dimming feature on or off Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation Automatic dimming reduces the glare of lights from behind the vehicle The dimming feat...

Page 154: ...hile CAL displays drive the vehicle in circles at 5 mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction Compass Variance The mirror is set to zone eight If you do not live in zone eight or drive out of the area the compass variance needs to be changed to the appropriate zone To adjust for compass variance 1 Find the current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 2 Press and...

Page 155: ...the center position when not adjusting either outside mirror Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash To fold push the mirror toward the vehicle Push the mirror outward to return to its original position Outside Convex Mirror WARNING A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply i...

Page 156: ...ng the screen will differ from actual distances Continued WARNING Continued So if you do not use proper care before backing up you could hit a vehicle child pedestrian bicyclist or pet resulting in vehicle damage injury or death Even though the vehicle has the RVC system always check carefully before backing up by checking behind and around the vehicle The rear vision camera system is designed to ...

Page 157: ...ear vision camera system display is now enabled and the display will appear in the mirror normally Rear Vision Camera Location The camera is located in the rear of the vehicle The area displayed by the camera is limited and does not display objects that are close to either corner or under the bumper The area displayed can vary depending on vehicle orientation or road conditions The distance of the...

Page 158: ...n It is dark The sun or the beam of headlights is shining directly into the camera lens Ice snow mud or anything else builds up on the camera lens Clean the lens rinse it with water and wipe it with a soft cloth The back of the vehicle is in an accident the position and mounting angle of the camera can change or the camera can be affected Be sure to have the camera and its position and mounting an...

Page 159: ...se fault conditions the display will be blank and the indicator will continue to flash as long as the vehicle is in R Reverse or until the conditions return to normal Pressing and holding z when the left indicator light is flashing will turn off the video display along with the left indicator light Storage Areas Glove Box Lift up on the glove box lever to open it Cupholders There are two cupholder...

Page 160: ...ould also have two rear storage areas that can be used for small items Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover The vehicle could have an adjustable panel cargo cover feature The panel cargo cover can be adjusted into four positions 3 48 ...

Page 161: ... you were to carry things on the adjustable panel when it is in the upper cargo cover or center positions during a sudden vehicle movement or a crash those things could be thrown around in the vehicle You or others could be injured When it is in the upper or center position always secure any cargo on the floor beneath the panel cover To use the panel in the upper position as a cargo cover 1 Insert...

Page 162: ...e bottom of the panel The vehicle might have a cargo mat that covers the panel cargo cover Roof Rack System The vehicle may have a roof rack system WARNING If something is carried on top of the vehicle that is longer or wider than the roof rack like paneling plywood or a mattress the wind can catch it while the vehicle is being driven The item being carried could be violently torn off and this cou...

Page 163: ...go on the roof rack will make the vehicle s center of gravity higher Avoid high speeds sudden starts sharp turns sudden braking or abrupt maneuvers otherwise it may result in loss of control If driving for a long distance on rough roads or at high speeds occasionally stop the vehicle to make sure the cargo remains in its place Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading the vehicle For...

Page 164: ...and lower the lid Sunroof The vehicle may have a power sunroof The switches that operate the sunroof are located in the headliner To open or close the sunroof the ignition must be in ON RUN ACC ACCESSORY or Retained Accessory Power RAP must be active See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 3 25 3 52 ...

Page 165: ...e driver s side switch forward once To stop the sunroof glass in a desired position other than closed press the switch again in either direction The sunshade must be closed manually Close To close the power sunroof operate the controls according to one of the following From the open position press and hold the driver s side sunroof switch forward The sunshade must be closed manually From the vent ...

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Page 167: ...Power Outlet s 4 16 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 4 18 Climate Controls 4 18 Climate Control System 4 18 Outlet Adjustment 4 21 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 4 21 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 4 23 Instrument Panel Cluster 4 24 Speedometer and Odometer 4 25 Tachometer 4 25 Safety Belt Reminders 4 26 Airbag Readiness Light 4 27 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 4 28 Charging System Ligh...

Page 168: ...C Operation and Displays 4 46 DIC Warnings and Messages 4 48 DIC Vehicle Personalization 4 54 Audio System s 4 60 Setting the Clock 4 61 Radio s 4 62 Using an MP3 4 74 XM Radio Messages 4 80 Bluetooth 4 82 Theft Deterrent Feature 4 92 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 4 92 Radio Reception 4 94 Fixed Mast Antenna 4 95 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 4 95 Chime Level Adjustment 4 95 4 2 ...

Page 169: ...ress again to turn the flashers off Horn To sound the horn press the horn symbols located on the steering wheel Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel lets the steering wheel be adjusted before driving The tilt lever is located on the left side of the steering column To tilt the wheel pull the lever down Then move the wheel to a comfortable position and raise the lever to lock the wheel in place Do not adjust th...

Page 170: ... 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 171: ... beam pull the turn signal lever toward you Flash to Pass To signal to a driver in front of you that you want to pass pull 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 wheel Move the lever to one of the following positions 1 High Speed Fast wipes 6 ...

Page 172: ...hey turn off 15 seconds after the wipers are turned off Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades before using them If frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them Damaged wiper blades should be replaced See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 6 53 Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools down Windshield Washer To wash the ...

Page 173: ...Fluid Press to wash and wipe the window The rear window washer uses the same fluid reservoir as the windshield washer However the rear window washer will run out of fluid before the windshield washer If the windshield can be washed but not the rear windows check the fluid level Z Rear Wiper Press to turn on an intermittent setting that has a shorter delay To turn either of the intermittent wiper s...

Page 174: ...the cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads Setting Cruise Control WARNING If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you ...

Page 175: ...ot off the accelerator pedal When the brakes are applied or the clutch pedal is used the cruise control shuts off If the vehicle is in cruise control and the Traction Control System TCS begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control automatically disengages See Traction Control System TCS on page 5 9 and Enhanced Traction System ETS on page 5 11 When road conditions allow the cruise control can be ...

Page 176: ...is is done the vehicle goes about 1 6 km h 1 mph slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle speed When you take your foot off the pedal the vehicle slows down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control works on hills depends upon the vehicle speed load and the steepness of th...

Page 177: ...n the vehicles with an automatic transmission are in P Park and vehicles with a manual transmission have the parking brake set and the vehicle is not moving When operating in AUTO a momentary turn of the switch to off on will turn off the Automatic Headlamp System An AUTO LIGHTS OFF message displays on the Driver Information Center DIC and a chime will sound Turning the switch to off on again will...

Page 178: ...ytime light The shift lever is not in P Park While the DRL system is on the taillamps sidemarker lamps and instrument panel lights will not be on For vehicles with an Automatic Transmission the DRL system is off any time the vehicle is in P Park For vehicles with a Manual Transmission the DRL system will be off when the vehicle is first started the park brake is applied and the vehicle has not mov...

Page 179: ...ght position See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4 14 To idle the vehicle with the system off turn the ignition on and turn the exterior light switch to the off on position For vehicles first sold in Canada the transmission must stay in P Park for this function or the parking brake must be set for vehicles with manual transmissions Turn on the regular headlamps when they are needed Fog Lamps F...

Page 180: ...page 4 14 Entry Exit Lighting The lamps inside the vehicle turn on when any door is opened These lamps will fade out after about 20 seconds after all of the doors have been closed or when the ignition is turned to ON RUN These lamps will also turn on when pressing the unlock symbol button or the horn symbol on the keyless entry system transmitter The lamps inside the vehicle will stay on for about...

Page 181: ...t is needed for very high electrical loads A high electrical load occurs when several of the following loads are on headlamps high beams fog lamps rear window defogger climate control fan at high speed heated seats engine cooling fans trailer loads and loads plugged into accessory power outlets EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery It does this by balancing the generator s output...

Page 182: ...Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer retailer for additional information on the accessory power outlet Notice Adding any electrical equipment to the vehicle can damage it or keep other components from working as they should The repairs would not be covered ...

Page 183: ...should The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not use equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 40 amperes Check with your dealer retailer before adding electrical equipment When adding electrical equipment be sure to follow the installation instructions included with the equipment Notice Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Do no...

Page 184: ...ipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 15 amperes To clean the center console ashtray remove the entire ashtray and empty it Notice If papers pins or other flammable items are put in the ashtray hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage the vehicle Never put flammable items in the ashtray Climate Controls Climate Control System The heating cooling and ven...

Page 185: ...ndshield and side windows Defog This mode clears the windows of fog or moisture Air is directed to the windshield side window and floor outlets In this mode the system runs the air conditioning compressor To defog the windows faster turn the temperature control knob clockwise to the warmest setting 0 Defrost This mode removes fog or frost from the windshield more quickly Air is directed to the win...

Page 186: ... inside the vehicle It can be used to help prevent outside air and odors from entering the vehicle The air conditioning compressor also comes on Recirculation is not available in floor defog and defrost modes If the recirculation button is pressed the indicator light flashes five times and outside air is delivered Operation in this mode during periods of high humidity and cool outside temperatures...

Page 187: ...le warranty Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid Outlet Adjustment Turn the outlets and move the outlet vanes to change the direction of the airflow and to open and close the outlets Operation Tips Clear away any ice snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into the vehicle Use of non ...

Page 188: ... compartment air filter 1 Open and empty the glove box 2 Press both glove box stops outward to let the glove box drop open completely 3 Pull the three tabs of the filter access door down and open the access door downward 4 22 ...

Page 189: ...ome 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 ...

Page 190: ...Instrument Panel Cluster United States Manual Transmission Cluster shown Automatic SS and Canada similar 4 24 ...

Page 191: ...g to check the odometer mileage Simply open the driver s door and the mileage briefly displays If the vehicle ever needs a new odometer installed the new one will be set to the correct total mileage of the old odometer Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Notice If the engine is operated with the tachometer in the red warning area the vehicle could be d...

Page 192: ...r safety belt reminder light several seconds after the engine is started a chime sounds for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt The passenger safety belt light located on the instrument panel comes on and stays on for several seconds and then flashes for several more This chime and light are repeated if the passenger remains unbuckled and the vehicle is in mot...

Page 193: ...shes 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 vehicle is started or comes on while driving it means the airbag system might not be working properly The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a crash To help avoid injury have the v...

Page 194: ...n 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 off symbol is lit on the airbag status ...

Page 195: ...could indicate that there are problems with a generator drive belt or that there is an electrical problem Have it checked right away If the vehicle must be driven a short distance with the light on to turn off the accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Up Shift Light The vehicle may have an up shift light When this light comes on shift to the next higher gear if weather road and traffic...

Page 196: ... the parking brake does not fully release If it stays on after the parking brake is fully released it means the vehicle has a brake problem If the light comes on while driving pull off the road and stop carefully Make sure the parking brake is fully released The pedal might be harder to push or the pedal could go closer to the floor It can take longer to stop Try turning off and restarting the veh...

Page 197: ...possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the ABS light stays on or comes on again while driving the vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light is not on the vehicle still has brakes but not antilock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the r...

Page 198: ...on and not flashing the ETS system could have been disabled Check all related Driver Information Center DIC messages to determine whether the system has been turned off or if the system is not working properly and the vehicle requires service If the ETS 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 mes...

Page 199: ...sabled Check the DIC messaging to determine which system is turned off or not working If the system is not working the vehicle needs service See your dealer retailer When the TCS is disabled wheel spin is not limited When the ESC system is disabled the system does not aid in maintaining vehicle directional control If the light comes on and flashes the TCS or the ESC system is actively working When...

Page 200: ...perature warning light on The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on when the engine has overheated If this happens pull over and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 6 34 for more information Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge The vehicle has an engine coolant temperature gauge With the ignition turned to ON RUN this gauge shows the engine coolant temper...

Page 201: ... 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 65 for more information Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light A comp...

Page 202: ...a 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 Inspection Maintenance test See Accessories and Modifications on page 6 3 This light comes on during a malfunction in one of two ways Light Flashing A misf...

Page 203: ...ally 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 start up stalling when the vehicle is changed into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions might go awa...

Page 204: ...hat critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system The vehicle would 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 do...

Page 205: ...es on and stays on it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly The vehicle could be 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 19 Fog Lamp Light The fog lamp light comes on when the fog lamps are in use The light goes out when the fog lamps are tu...

Page 206: ...ss fuel to fill up than the gauge 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 fuel tank s capacity to fill it The gauge moves a little when the vehicle turns a corner or speeds 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 p...

Page 207: ...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 through Re...

Page 208: ...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 209: ...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 210: ...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 211: ...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 212: ...r the personalization menu See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 4 54 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 213: ... driving conditions change this data is gradually updated The FUEL RANGE mode cannot be reset MPG L 100 KM AVG Average Press the information button until MPG L 100 KM AVG displays This mode shows how many miles per gallon mpg or liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km your vehicle is getting based on current and past driving conditions To reset the average fuel economy press and hold the reset button w...

Page 214: ...f the engine coolant in either degrees Fahrenheit F or degrees Celsius C Tire Pressure If your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS the pressure for each tire can be viewed 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 ...

Page 215: ...e System on page 6 23 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 7 3 for more information CHECK GAS CAP This message displays if the fuel cap has not been fully tightened Recheck the fuel cap to make 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 ...

Page 216: ...C Electronic Stability Control ACTIVE If your vehicle has Electronic 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 y...

Page 217: ...T Battery LOW This message displays if the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter battery is low Replace the battery in the transmitter See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 3 4 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 c...

Page 218: ... Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer retailer immediately SERVICE AIR BAG This message displays when there is a problem with the airbag system Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer retailer immediately SERVICE ESC ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL If your vehicle has Electronic Stability Control ESC this message displays and a chime sounds if there has been a problem detected with ESC The ESC...

Page 219: ... Have the brake system serviced by your dealer retailer as soon as possible SVC Service TIRE MONITOR If your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS this message displays if a part on the TPMS is not working properly The tire pressure light also flashes and then remains on during the same ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Light on page 4 35 Several conditions may cause this message to appea...

Page 220: ...ehicle Only the features available will be displayed on the DIC The default settings for the features were set when your vehicle left the factory but may have been changed from their default state since that time To change feature settings use the following procedure Entering Personalization Menu 1 Turn the ignition on while the vehicle is stopped To avoid excessive drain on the battery it is reco...

Page 221: ...mation will be displayed in metric units To select a setting and move on to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC REMOTE START If your vehicle has remote start this feature allows remote start to be turned off or on Remote start allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle using your Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter When R...

Page 222: ... setting and move on to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC UNLOCK HORN This feature which allows the vehicle s horn to chirp on the first press of the unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter can be enabled or disabled When UNLOCK HORN appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scro...

Page 223: ...ess the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC DELAY LOCK This feature which delays the actual locking of the vehicle can be enabled or disabled When DELAY LOCK appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scroll through the available settings ON default The doors will not lock until five seconds after the last door is closed You c...

Page 224: ...Programmable Automatic Door Unlock on page 3 11 for more information To select a setting and move on to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC UNLK Unlock Automatic Transmission Only This screen displays only if your vehicle has an automatic transmission and DRIVER or ALL is selected for the AUTO UNLK feature This feature determines when the...

Page 225: ...n to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC LANGUAGE This feature allows you to select the language in which the DIC will display When LANGUAGE appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scroll through the available settings ENGLISH default All messages will appear in English FRENCH All messages will ap...

Page 226: ...tice Contact your dealer retailer before adding any equipment Adding audio or communication equipment could interfere with the operation of the vehicle s engine radio or other systems and could damage them Follow federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone equipment Notice The chime signals related to safety belts parking brake and other functions of your vehicle operate through the radio en...

Page 227: ...ng from 12 hour to 24 hour press the H button until 12H or 24H is displayed Once 12H or 24H is displayed turn the f knob to the desired option to select the setting Press the H button again to apply the setting or let the screen time out With Date Display Radio with CD MP3 and USB Port and Radio with Single CD MP3 Player To set the time and date 1 Turn the ignition key to ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN P...

Page 228: ...2 hour to 24 hour or to change the date default setting from month day year to day month year 1 Press H and then the softkey located below the forward arrow label Once the time 12H and 24H and the date MM DD YYYY month day and year and DD MM YYYY day month and year displays 2 Press the softkey located below the desired option 3 Press H again to apply the selected default or let the screen time out...

Page 229: ...tations that broadcast RDS information This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available While the radio is tuned to an FM RDS station the station name or call letters display In rare cases a radio station could broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radi...

Page 230: ...llows for more radio volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Finding a Station BAND Press to choose between FM1 FM2 AM or XM if equipped on the Radio with CD Base Press to choose between FM AM XM if equipped on the Radio with CD MP3 and USB Port or the Radio with CD MP3 f Tune Turn to select radio stations SEEK Press to seek or scan stations with a strong signal in the selected band To seek s...

Page 231: ...requency and the time While the ignition is off press 4 to display the time For vehicles with XM MP3 WMA or RDS features press 4 to display additional text information related to the current FM RDS or XM station or CD MP3 WMA song Song title information will be displayed on the top line of the display while the artist information will be displayed on the bottom line it the information is available...

Page 232: ...Press MENU to display the radio setup menu 2 Press the softkey located below the FAV 1 6 tab 3 Select the desired number of favorites pages by pressing the softkey located below the displayed page numbers 4 Press FAV or let the menu time out to return to the original main radio screen showing the radio station frequency tabs and to begin programming favorites Auto Text Satellite Radio Service CD M...

Page 233: ... the tone settings on the Radio with CD Base Press f until the tone control labels display then turn f to change the 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 c...

Page 234: ...ntinue pressing f to highlight the desired tab 3 Turn f to adjust the highlighted setting The highlighted setting can 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 ...

Page 235: ...low the right or left arrows on the radio display Press SEEK or SEEK 5 To exit the category search mode press the FAV button or BAND button to display the favorites again Undesired XM categories 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 ...

Page 236: ...sages for XM Only See XM Radio Messages on page 4 80 for more information Loading a CD Insert a CD partway into the slot label side up The player pulls it in and the CD begins playing When the CD is inserted the CD symbol displays As each new track starts to play the track number displays The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring Full size CDs and the smaller C...

Page 237: ...ential order To use random 1 Press the softkey below RDM tab until Random Current Disc displays 2 Press the softkey again to turn off random play BAND Press to listen to the radio while a CD is playing The CD remains inside the radio for future listening CD AUX CD Auxiliary Press to play a CD while listening to the radio The CD icon and a message showing the track number displays when a CD is in t...

Page 238: ...age write it down and provide it to your dealer retailer when reporting the problem Care of CDs Store CD s in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust The CD player scans the bottom of the disc If the bottom of a CD is damaged it may not play properly or at all Do not touch the bottom of a CD while handling it Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges or ...

Page 239: ... source Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device while the vehicle is in P Park See Defensive Driving on page 5 2 for more information on driver distraction To use a portable audio player connect a 3 5 mm 1 8 in cable to the radio s front auxiliary input jack When a device is connected press the radio CD AUX button to begin playing audio from the device over the vehicle speakers O Pow...

Page 240: ... application See www apple com itunes For help with identifying your iPod go to www apple com support Using an MP3 Format Radios that have the capability of playing MP3 s can play mp3 or wma files that were recorded onto a CD R or CD RW disc Radios that have a USB port can play mp3 and wma files that are stored on a USB storage device as well as AAC files that are stored on an iPod Compressed Audi...

Page 241: ...playlist When the last track of the last playlist has played play continues from the first track of the first playlist Play begins from the first track in the first folder and continues sequentially through all tracks in each folder When the last track of the last folder has played play continues from the first track of the first folder When play enters a new folder the display does not automatica...

Page 242: ...and the elapsed time of the file displays Release s REV to resume playing FWD Fast Forward Press and hold to advance playback quickly Sound is heard at a reduced volume and the elapsed time of the file displays Release FWD to resume playing The elapsed time of the file displays S c Previous Folder Press the softkey below S c to go to the first track in the previous folder c T Next Folder Press the...

Page 243: ...egins playing MP3 files from that album To exit music navigator mode press the softkey below the Back tab to return to normal MP3 playback Connecting a USB Storage Device or iPod The USB Port can be used to control an iPod or a USB storage device To connect a USB storage device connect the device to the USB port located on the front of the radio To connect an iPod connect one end of the USB cable ...

Page 244: ...e of the file displays 4 Information Press to display additional information about the selected track Using Softkeys to Control a USB Storage Device or iPod The five softkeys below the radio display are used to control the functions listed below To use the softkeys 1 Press the first or fifth softkey below the radio display to display the functions listed below or press the softkey below the functi...

Page 245: ...e list h Music Navigator Press the softkey below h to view and select a file on an iPod using the iPod s menu system Files are sorted by Playlists Artists Albums Genres Songs Composers To select files 1 Press the softkey below h 2 Turn f to scroll through the list of menus 3 Press f to select the desired menu 4 Turn f to scroll through the folders or files in the selected menu 5 Press f to select ...

Page 246: ... mode when a USB storage device or iPod is first connected 2 Shuffle All Songs Shuffle Songs Press the softkey below or to shuffle all songs on the USB storage device or iPod Shuffle Album Press the softkey below to shuffle all songs in the current album on an iPod Shuffle Folder Press the softkey below to shuffle all songs in the current folder on a USB storage device XM Radio Messages XL Explici...

Page 247: ...hannel The system is working properly CAT Not Found There are no channels available for the selected category The system is working properly XM Theftlocked The XM receiver in the vehicle could have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having the vehicle serviced check with your dealer retailer XM ...

Page 248: ... short tone sounds after the system responds indicating when it is waiting for a voice command Wait until the tone and then speak How to Speak Speak clearly in a calm and natural voice Audio System When using the in vehicle Bluetooth system sound comes through the vehicle s front audio system speakers and overrides the audio system Use the audio system volume knob during a call to change the volum...

Page 249: ...leted To link to a different paired phone see Linking to a Different Phone later in this section Pairing a Phone 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Bluetooth The system responds with Bluetooth ready followed by a tone 3 Say Pair The system responds with instructions and a four digit PIN number The PIN number will be used in Step 4 4 Start t...

Page 250: ...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 251: ...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 252: ... 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 253: ...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 254: ...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 255: ... 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 responds with Three way call please say dial or call 3 Use the dial or ca...

Page 256: ... and connected with the Bluetooth system before a call can be transferred The connection process can take up to two minutes after the key is turned to the ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY position During a call with the audio on the cell phone press b g for more than two seconds The audio switches from the cell phone to the vehicle Voice Pass Thru Voice Pass Thru allows access to the voice recognition comm...

Page 257: ...umber and the dial tones are sent and the call continues Sending a Stored Name Tag During a Call 1 Press b g The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Send name tag The system responds with Say a name tag to send tones followed by a tone 3 Say the name tag to send If the system clearly recognizes the name tag it responds with OK Sending name tag and the dial tones are sent and the ca...

Page 258: ...ft of the vehicle s radio by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN The radio does not operate if it is stolen or moved to a different vehicle Audio Steering Wheel Controls Vehicles with audio steering wheel controls could differ depending on the vehicle s options Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel e e Volume Press to increase or to decrease the radio vo...

Page 259: ...ack To navigate folders on an iPod or USB device 1 Press and hold w or x while listening to a song until the contents of the current folder display on the radio 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 h...

Page 260: ... also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble on the radio FM Stereo FM signals only reach about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Although the radio has a built in electronic circuit that automatically works to reduce interference some static can occur especially around tall buildings or hills causing the sound to fade in and...

Page 261: ...e antenna is tightened to its base If tightening is required tighten by hand until fully seated plus one quarter turn XM Satellite Radio Antenna System The XM Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of the vehicle Keep the antenna clear of obstructions for clear radio reception If the vehicle has a sunroof the performance of the XM system may be affected if the sunroof is open Chime Level A...

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Page 263: ...g 5 13 Off Road Recovery 5 15 Passing 5 15 Loss of Control 5 15 Racing or Other Competitive Driving 5 17 Driving at Night 5 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 5 18 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 5 19 Highway Hypnosis 5 19 Hill and Mountain Roads 5 20 Winter Driving 5 21 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 23 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 5 24 Loading the Vehicle 5 24 Towing 5 2...

Page 264: ... 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 265: ... System ETS on page 5 11 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 3 Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 4 30 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 266: ... 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 267: ...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 268: ...ically disengage when the brake pedal is released or brake pedal pressure is quickly decreased Electronic Stability Control ESC The vehicle has 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 t...

Page 269: ... 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 48 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 270: ...ee Accessories and Modifications on page 6 3 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 48 Competitive Driving Mode allows the driver to have full control of the front wheels while t...

Page 271: ...r in 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 48 for more information Traction Control System TCS The vehicle has a Traction Control System TCS that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in sl...

Page 272: ...ee 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 23 To turn the system off or on press and release the ESC TCS button located on the instrument panel The DIC displays the appropriate message as described previously when the button is pressed Traction Control Ope...

Page 273: ...disengages The cruise control can be re engaged when road conditions allow See Cruise Control on page 4 8 Adding non dealer non retailer accessories can affect the vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 6 3 for more information Enhanced Traction System ETS The vehicle may have an Enhanced Traction System ETS that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road...

Page 274: ...ht comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the transmission shift lever is in any position other than L Low the vehicle may need service When this light is on solid the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly Check the DIC messaging to determine whether it is because of the driver turning off the system or that the system may not be working properly and t...

Page 275: ...he drive wheel with the most traction to move the vehicle The limited slip design has minimal impact to the steering feel but boosts the traction performance under all conditions Steering Electric Power Steering If the engine stalls while driving the power steering assist system will continue to operate until you are able to stop the vehicle If power steering assist is lost because the electric po...

Page 276: ...ront of you These problems can be avoided by braking if you can stop in time But sometimes you cannot stop in time because there is no room That is the time for evasive action steering around the problem The vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply the brakes but unless the vehicle has antilock brakes not enough to lock the wheels See Braking on page 5 3 It is better to ...

Page 277: ...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 278: ...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 279: ...ion on how to add oil see Engine Oil on page 6 19 Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving because some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue Night driving tips include Drive defensively Do not drink and drive Reduce headlamp glare by adjusting the inside rearview mirror Slow down and keep more space between you and ...

Page 280: ...ied away If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous Water can build up under your vehicle s tires so they actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has lit...

Page 281: ...Do they all work and are lenses clean Tires Are treads good Are tires inflated to recommended pressure Weather and Maps Safe to travel Have up to date maps Highway Hypnosis Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving If you become tired or sleepy find a safe place to park your vehicle and rest Other driving tips include Keep the vehicle well ventilated Keep interior temper...

Page 282: ...e assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope WARNING Coasting downhill in N Neutral or with the ignition off is dangerous The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down and they could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have the engine running and the vehicle in gear when going downhill Stay in yo...

Page 283: ...he tires even more If the vehicle has the Traction Control System TCS on page 5 9 or Enhanced Traction System ETS on page 5 11 it improves the ability to accelerate on slippery roads but slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions When driving through deep snow turn off the traction system to help maintain vehicle motion at lower speeds The Antilock Brake System ABS on page 5 4 improv...

Page 284: ...e to time to be sure snow does not collect there Continued WARNING Continued Open a window about 5 cm two inches on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind to bring in fresh air Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Adjust the Climate Control system to a setting that circulates the air inside the vehicle and set the fan speed to the highest setting See Climate Cont...

Page 285: ... is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 5 24 If the vehicle has a traction system it can often help to free a stuck vehicle Refer to the vehicle s traction system in the Index If stuck too severely for the traction system to free the vehicle turn the traction system...

Page 286: ...causes a rocking motion that could free the vehicle If that does not get the vehicle out after a few tries it might need to be towed out If the vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 5 29 Loading the Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry the Tire and Loading Inform...

Page 287: ...riginal equipment tires C and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures D For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 6 54 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 63 There is also important loading information on the Certification Tire label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axles See Certification Tir...

Page 288: ... 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity for your vehicle If your vehicle can tow a trailer see Towing a Trailer Automatic Transmission on page 5 32 or Towing a Trailer Manual Transmission on page 5 40 for important information on towing ...

Page 289: ...go Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Example 3 Item Description Total A Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s maximum vehicle capacity weight and seating 5 27 ...

Page 290: ...ire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either t...

Page 291: ... Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Continued WARNING Continued Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to Towing Towing Your Vehicle To avoid damage the disabled vehicle should be tow...

Page 292: ... tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendations What is the distance that will be travelled Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow Is the proper towing equipment going to be used See your dealer retailer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations Is the vehicle ready to be towed Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip make sure th...

Page 293: ... 105 km h 65 mph while towing the vehicle Notice Towing the vehicle from the rear could damage it Also repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Never have the vehicle towed from the rear Dolly Towing Use the following procedure to dolly tow the vehicle from the front with two wheels on the ground 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Move the shift lever to P Park 3 Set the parking brake...

Page 294: ...he vehicle read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section Trailering is different than just driving the vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling acceleration braking cooling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly The following information has many time tested important trailering ...

Page 295: ...ore than 1 000 miles 1 600 km per year Three important considerations have to do with weight The weight of the trailer The weight of the trailer tongue The total weight on the vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh more than 1 000 lbs 450 kg But even that can be too heavy It depends on how the rig is used For example speed altitude road grades...

Page 296: ...t be added to the GVW because the vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 24 for more information about the vehicle s maximum 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 th...

Page 297: ...ar axle is greater than just the weight itself as much as 1 5 times as much The weight at the rear axle could be 850 lbs 386 kg X 1 5 1 275 lbs 578 kg Since the rear axle already weighs 2 700 lbs 1 225 kg adding 1 275 lbs 578 kg brings the total to 3 975 lbs 1 803 kg This is very close to but within the limit for RGAWR as well The vehicle is set to trailer up to 8 500 lbs 3 856 kg If the vehicle h...

Page 298: ...res Be sure the vehicle s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires These numbers can be found on the Tire Loading Information label See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 24 Make sure not to go over the GVW limit for the vehicle or the GAWR including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It is important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads ...

Page 299: ...ht of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now longer and not as responsive as the vehicle is by itself Before starting check all trailer hitch parts and attachments safety chains electrical connectors lamps tires and mirror adjustments If the trailer has electric brakes start the vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to b...

Page 300: ...t It is important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving on Grades Notice Do not tow on steep continuous grades exceeding 6 miles 9 6 km Extended higher than normal engine and transmission temperatures may result and damage the vehicle Frequent stops are very important to allow the engine and transmission to cool When towing under severe conditions such as hot...

Page 301: ...curb if facing downhill or into traffic if facing uphill 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the brake pedal until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the brake pedal Then apply the parking brake and shift into P Park 5 Release the brake pedal Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply and hold the brake pedal while you start the engine s...

Page 302: ...gine 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 during severe operating conditions See Engine Overheating on page 6 34 Towing a Trailer Manual Transmission Do not tow a trailer if...

Page 303: ...fe System 6 23 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 25 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 27 Manual Transmission Fluid 6 28 Hydraulic Clutch 6 28 Cooling System 6 28 Engine Coolant 6 29 Engine Overheating 6 34 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 36 Brakes 6 37 Battery 6 40 Jump Starting 6 41 Headlamp Aiming 6 45 Bulb Replacement 6 48 Halogen Bulbs 6 48 Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 6 48 Center High Mount...

Page 304: ... 6 111 Interior Cleaning 6 111 Fabric Carpet 6 112 Leather 6 113 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 6 113 Care of Safety Belts 6 113 Weatherstrips 6 114 Washing Your Vehicle 6 114 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 6 114 Finish Care 6 114 Windshield and Wiper Blades 6 115 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels and Trim 6 116 Tires 6 117 Sheet Metal Damage 6 117 Finish Damage 6 117 Underbody M...

Page 305: ...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 306: ...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 307: ...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 308: ...IN Code V or the 2 0L L4 engine VIN Code M use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 or higher You can also use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher but the vehicle s acceleration could be slightly reduced and a slight audible knocking noise commonly referred to as spark knock might be heard If the octane is less than 87 you might notice a heavy knocking noi...

Page 309: ...ive required to meet U S Environmental Protection Agency regulations To help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean or if the vehicle experiences problems due to dirty injectors or valves look for gasoline that is advertised as TOP TIER Detergent 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 ev...

Page 310: ...o 85 ethanol E85 See Fuel on page 6 5 In all other engines use only the unleaded gasoline described under Gasoline Octane on page 6 6 Only vehicles that have the 2 2L L4 engine VIN Code B or the 2 4L L4 engine VIN Code V can use 85 ethanol fuel E85 We encourage the use of E85 in vehicles that are designed to use it The ethanol in E85 is a renewable fuel meaning it is made from renewable sources su...

Page 311: ...than gasoline so you will need to refill the fuel tank more often when using E85 than when you are using gasoline See Filling the Tank on page 6 10 Notice Some additives are not compatible with E85 fuel and can harm the vehicle s fuel system Do not add anything to E85 Damage caused by additives would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Notice This vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains...

Page 312: ... smoke 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 To open the fuel door push the rearward center edge ...

Page 313: ...he tethered fuel cap from the hook on the fuel door WARNING Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly If you spill fuel and then something ignites it you could be badly burned This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fu...

Page 314: ...ings and Messages on page 4 48 for more information To close the fuel door securely push the door to the closed position WARNING If a fire starts while you are refueling do not remove the nozzle Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant Leave the area immediately Notice If you need a new fuel cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer retailer can ...

Page 315: ...njury to you and others Dispense fuel only into approved containers Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground Continued WARNING Continued Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pump...

Page 316: ... clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan WARNING Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine 6 14 ...

Page 317: ... release lever to the left It is located under the front center of the grille 3 After you have partially lifted the hood gas struts will automatically take over to lift and hold the hood in the fully open position Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Lower the hood until the lifting force of the struts is reduced then release the hood to latch fully Check to make sur...

Page 318: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2 4L engine 2 2L engine similar here is what you will see 6 16 ...

Page 319: ... Out of View See Cooling System Cooling System on page 6 28 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 6 19 G Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 6 19 H Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brakes on page 6 37 and Hydraulic Clutch on page 6 28 I Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 6 41 J Engine Compartment Fu...

Page 320: ...When you open the hood on the 2 0L L4 engine this is what you will see 6 18 ...

Page 321: ... Compartment Fuse Block on page 6 122 I Remote Negative Terminal See Jump Starting on page 6 41 J Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 6 41 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop See ...

Page 322: ...125 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 L4 Engine and 2 4L L4 Engine 2 0L L4 Engine See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6 16 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipst...

Page 323: ... SAE 20W 50 American Petroleum Institute API starburst symbol Oils meeting these requirements should have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Notice Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol ...

Page 324: ... 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 325: ...hat 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 must be reset every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it indic...

Page 326: ...nd reset buttons on the Driver Information Center DIC at the same time to enter the personalization menu See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 4 54 3 Press the information button to scroll through the available personalization menu modes until the DIC display shows OIL LIFE RESET 4 Press and hold the reset button until the DIC display shows ACKNOWLEDGED This will tell you the system has been res...

Page 327: ...place that collects used oil 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 Scheduled Maintenance on page 7 3 for more information If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change The 2 ...

Page 328: ...t or replace the engine air cleaner filter 6 Reverse the steps to reinstall the system Be sure to reinstall the housing tightly How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter 2 0L Engine Only See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6 16 for the location of the engine air cleaner filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose ...

Page 329: ...into the engine which could damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you are driving Automatic Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take your vehicle to a dealer retailer and have it repaired as soon as possible Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed i...

Page 330: ...r retailer when the oil is changed See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7 10 for the proper fluid to use Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self adjusting This system does not have its own reservoir It receives fluid from the brake master cylinder reservoir See Brakes on page 6 37 for more information Cooling System The Cooling System allows the engine to mai...

Page 331: ...Using coolant other than DEX COOL can cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant could require changing sooner at 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 ...

Page 332: ...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 333: ...recovery tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at or above the COLD FILL mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant recovery tank but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at the COLD FILL A line or a little higher ...

Page 334: ... 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 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 tur...

Page 335: ...ns there is still some pressure left to be vented 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap and remove it 3 Add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture to the coolant fill port up to the base of the port See Engine Coolant on page 6 29 Engine Coolant for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Rinse or wipe any spilled coolant from the engine and the compartment 5 Then fill the coolant recovery...

Page 336: ...to warn of engine overheating You will find a coolant temperature warning light and a coolant temperature gauge on your vehicle s instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 4 34 and Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge on page 4 34 for more information You may decide not to lift the hood when this warning appears but instead get service help right away See Roadside Assistanc...

Page 337: ...he vehicle until the engine is cool If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when the vehicle Climbs a long hill on a hot day Stops after high speed driving Idles for long periods in traffic Tows a trailer If the overheat warning is ...

Page 338: ...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 16 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mi...

Page 339: ...nd or clutch hydraulic system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes and or clutch will not work well Do not top off the brake clutch fluid Adding fluid does not correct a leak If fluid is added when the brake linings are worn there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed Add or remove fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake clutch hydraulic sys...

Page 340: ...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 341: ...he brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications in Capacities and Specifications on page 6 125 If the vehicle has rear drum brakes they do not have wear indicators but if a rear brake rubbing noise is heard have the rear brake linings ...

Page 342: ...lacement brake parts are installed Battery Refer to the replacement number on the original battery label when a new battery is needed The battery is located in the cargo area Access to the battery is not necessary to jump start the vehicle See Jump Starting on page 6 41 DANGER Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California...

Page 343: ...t systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you do not want You would not be able to start the vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the park...

Page 344: ...nder a red tethered cap on the engine compartment fuse block Remove the cap to access the terminal Do not remove fuse block cover to jump start the vehicle Locate the remote negative ground terminal marked GND which is located at the front of the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6 16 for more information on the location of the positive an...

Page 345: ...and get medical help immediately WARNING Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positiv...

Page 346: ... 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable to the negative terminal location on the vehicle with the dead battery Your vehicle has a remote negative ground terminal marked GND 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumper ca...

Page 347: ...be necessary If oncoming vehicles flash their high beams at you this may also mean the vertical aim needs to be adjusted It is recommended that the vehicle is taken to your dealer retailer for service if the headlamps need to be re aimed It is possible however to re aim the headlamps as described The vehicle should Be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft 7 6 m from a light colored wall Have all four ...

Page 348: ...ll measure from the ground upward A to the recorded distance from Step 3 and mark it 5 Draw or tape a horizontal line B on the wall the width of the vehicle at the height of the mark in Step 4 Notice Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut off when aiming Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build up which may cause damage to the headlamp 6 Turn on the low beam headlamps and place a pi...

Page 349: ...tape line Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the angle of the beam The top edge of the cut off should be positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line 9 Make sure that the light from the headlamp is positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line The lamp on the left A shows the correct headlamp aim The lamp on the right B shows the incorrect headlamp aim...

Page 350: ...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 instructions on the bulb package Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps A Headlamp B Turn Signal Parking Lamp 6 48 ...

Page 351: ...in behind the wheel well liner and locate the bulb to be changed 4 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it straight out of the lamp assembly 5 Pull the old bulb straight out of the bulb socket 6 Push the new bulb straight into the bulb socket until it clicks 7 Push the bulb socket straight into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise to lock it into place 8 Reinstall the wheel well liner...

Page 352: ...near the top of the liftgate 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it straight out of the lamps assembly 4 Pull the old bulb straight out of the bulb socket 5 Push the new bulb straight into the bulb socket until it clicks 6 Push the bulb socket straight into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise to lock it into place 7 Reinstall the center trim 6 50 ...

Page 353: ...rn Signal Lamp B Back up Lamp To replace one of these bulbs 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate on page 3 13 2 Remove the cover in the rear cargo area of the vehicle to access the bulbs 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it straight out of the lamp assembly 6 51 ...

Page 354: ...it clockwise to lock it into place 7 Reinstall the cover License Plate Lamp To replace one of these bulbs 1 Remove the two screws holding each of the license plate lamps to the fascia 2 Turn and pull the license plate lamp forward through the fascia opening 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Push the new bulb into the bulb socket and turn it cloc...

Page 355: ...nt Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7 3 for more information on wiper blade inspection Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For the proper type and length see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 7 12 Here s how to remove the wiper blade 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshiel...

Page 356: ...ck into its original position and replace the protective cap Tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service see your vehicle Warranty booklet for details For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer WARNING Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous ...

Page 357: ... Low Profile Performance Tire If your vehicle has P225 45R18 size tires they are classified as low profile performance tires These tires are designed for very responsive driving on wet or dry pavement You may also notice more road noise with low profile performance tires and that they tend to wear faster Notice If the vehicle has low profile tires they are more susceptible to damage from road haza...

Page 358: ... type and service description See the Tire Size illustration later in this section for more detail B TPC Spec Tire Performance Criteria Specification Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C DOT Department of Transportation The Department...

Page 359: ... grade tires based on three performance factors treadwear traction and temperature resistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 6 74 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load Compact Spare Tire Example A Temporary Use Only The compact spare tire or temporary use tire has a tread life of appr...

Page 360: ...mum pressure needed to support that load E Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be inflated to 60 psi 420 kPa For more information on tire pressure and inflation see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 63 F Tire Size A combination of letters and numbers define a tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service description The letter T as the first characte...

Page 361: ...asurements 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 the type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias p...

Page 362: ...es are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascals kPa before a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 63 Curb Weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fue...

Page 363: ...ing for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight The sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Normal Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 24 Occupant Distribution Designated seating positions Outward ...

Page 364: ... show across the tread of a tire when only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 6 71 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures The ratings are molded into the sidewal...

Page 365: ...hows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry and an example of the Tire and Loading Info...

Page 366: ...e Monitor System TPMS uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your vehicle s tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle plac...

Page 367: ...that prevent 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 65 for additional information Federal Communications Commission FCC and Industry Canada See Ra...

Page 368: ...eed to be inflated to the proper pressure A Tire and Loading Information label shows the size of your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressure for your vehicle s tires when they are cold See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 24 for an example of the Tire and Loading Information label and its location on your vehicle Also see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 63 Your vehicl...

Page 369: ...cessfully after rotating the vehicle s tires The DIC message and TPMS malfunction light should go off once the TPMS sensor matching process is performed successfully See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in this section One or more TPMS sensors are missing or damaged The DIC message and the TPMS malfunction light should go off when the TPMS sensors are installed and the sensor matching process is...

Page 370: ...r The TPMS matching process is outlined below 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition switch to ON RUN with the engine off 3 Press and hold the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter s LOCK and UNLOCK buttons at the same time for about five seconds to start the TPMS learn mode The horn sounds twice indicating the TPMS receiver is ready and in learn mode 4 Start with the driver side front tire Th...

Page 371: ...ndicated on the Tire and Loading Information label 11 Put the valve caps back on the valve stems Tire Inspection and Rotation We recommend that you regularly inspect your vehicle s tires including the spare tire for signs of wear or damage See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 6 71 for more information Tires should be rotated every 5 000 to 8 000 miles 8 000 to 13 000 km See Scheduled Maintena...

Page 372: ...itor Operation on page 6 65 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 6 125 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 rust or dirt from places where the wheel attach...

Page 373: ...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 374: ...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 56 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 375: ...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 64 Your veh...

Page 376: ...72 and Accessories and Modifications on page 6 3 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 information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NH...

Page 377: ...rformance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions...

Page 378: ...r dealer retailer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts wheel nuts or Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS sensors replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right whee...

Page 379: ...for use on the vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To help avoid damage to the vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it is contacting the vehicle and do not spin the vehicle s wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front tires If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you...

Page 380: ...ehicle only use it for changing a flat tire This vehicle may come with a jack and spare tire or a tire sealant and compressor kit To use the jack and spare tire follow the instructions below To use the tire sealant and compressor kit see Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 6 78 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit WARNING Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous Engin...

Page 381: ...re sealant and compressor can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to inch 6 mm in the tread area of the tire It can also be used to inflate an under inflated tire If the tire has been separated from the wheel has damaged sidewalls or has a large puncture the tire is too severely damaged for the tire sealant and compressor kit to be effective See Roadside Assistance Program on page 8 6 Read an...

Page 382: ...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 Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister following Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a Punctured Tire Follow the directions closely for correct sealant usage When using the tire sealant and c...

Page 383: ...m the flat tire by turning it counterclockwise 5 Attach the sealant air hose F onto the tire valve stem Turn it clockwise until it is tight 6 Plug the power plug G into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets See Accessory Power Outlet s on page 4 16 If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet do not use the cigarette lighter If the vehicle on...

Page 384: ...pressor may be turned on off until the correct pressure is reached Notice If the recommended pressure cannot be reached after approximately 25 minutes the vehicle should not be driven farther The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant and compressor kit cannot inflate the tire Remove the power plug from the accessory power outlet and unscrew the inflating hose from the tire valve See Ro...

Page 385: ...late 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 6 If the tire pressure has not dropped more than 10 psi 68 kPa from the recommended inflation pressure inflate the tire to the recommen...

Page 386: ...Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to the ground so the hose will reach it 4 Remove the tire valve stem cap from the flat tire by turning it counterclockwise 5 Attach the air only hose E onto the tire valve stem by turning it clockwise until it is tight 6 Plug the power plug G into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets See Acce...

Page 387: ...the actual tire pressure while the compressor is on Turn the compressor off to get an accurate reading The compressor may be turned on off until the correct pressure is reached 11 Press the on off button A to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off Be careful while handling the tire sealant and compressor kit as it could be warm after usage 12 Unplug the power plug G from the accessory power ...

Page 388: ...e plastic cover 2 Unscrew the connector B from the canister A 3 Pull up on the canister A to remove it 4 Replace with a new canister which is available from your dealer retailer 5 Push the new canister into place 6 Screw the connector B to the canister A 7 Slide the plastic cover back on 6 86 ...

Page 389: ...or kit is located in the rear compartment storage area 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate on page 3 13 2 Lift the storage cover 3 Turn the retainer clockwise and remove the tire sealant and compressor kit To store the tire sealant and compressor kit reverse the steps 6 87 ...

Page 390: ...g 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 Continued WARNING Continued 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle To be even more certain the vehicle will not move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire fart...

Page 391: ...nge a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jack wheel wrench and spare tire are stowed in the rear of the vehicle underneath the floor of the cargo area To remove the spare tire and tools 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate on page 3 13 for more information 2 Remove the cargo cover 6 89 ...

Page 392: ...spare tire by placing your hands at the four and eight o clock positions Gently pull it up and out of the trunk See Compact Spare Tire on page 6 110 6 Remove the wing nut that holds the jack Then remove the jack wheel wrench and flat tire strap The tools needed are the jack A and wheel wrench B 6 90 ...

Page 393: ...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 91 ...

Page 394: ... check before proceeding See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6 88 for more information 2 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Do not remove them yet 3 Position the jack and raise the jack lift head to fit over the car flange under the down arrow markings on the rocker panel 6 92 ...

Page 395: ...vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit undernea...

Page 396: ...e loose after time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When changing a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6 88 6 94 ...

Page 397: ... use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose The vehicle s wheel could fall off causing a crash 8 Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 9 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 6 95 ...

Page 398: ... 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 6 125 for the wheel nut torque specification 10 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire S...

Page 399: ...eel nuts on the rear tire Do not remove them yet 3 Position the jack on the rear position and raise the jack lift head to fit over the car flange under the down arrow markings on the rocker panel WARNING Getting under a 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 6 97 ...

Page 400: ...o help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well 6 98 ...

Page 401: ...changing a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches Continued WARNING Continued to the vehicle In an emergency use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6 88 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 8 Place the c...

Page 402: ... 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 6 125 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead ...

Page 403: ...erform a rear tire change by removing the rear tire and installing the compact spare tire in the rear wheel location The rear road tire will be used to replace the front flat tire See Rear Tire Changing Procedure in this section 2 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts on the front flat tire Do not remove them yet 6 101 ...

Page 404: ...s dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack 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 6...

Page 405: ...the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the tire 5 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 6 Install the tire 6 103 ...

Page 406: ...be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6 88 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and wheel 8 Place the tire on the wheel mounting surface 9 Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each by hand until the wheel is held against the hub WARNING Never u...

Page 407: ...ification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts See Capacities and Specifications on page 6 125 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specificati...

Page 408: ...ee Liftgate on page 3 13 for more information 2 Put back all tools as they were stored in the rear storage compartment and put the compartment cover back on For more information see Storing the Compact Spare Tire and Tools next in this section 3 Install the cargo cover For more information see Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover on page 3 48 4 Place the tire lying flat in the rear storage compart...

Page 409: ...loop end of the strap C through one of the cargo tie downs A located in the rear of the vehicle 6 Route the hook B through the loop C 7 Pull the strap to tighten it around the cargo tie down A Aluminum Wheel 6 107 ...

Page 410: ...Steel Wheel 8 Route the hook end of the strap through the wheel 9 Attach the strap to the cargo tie downs in the rear of the vehicle 10 Slide the buckle to tighten the tie down strap 6 108 ...

Page 411: ...ompartment 3 Place the jack and wheel wrench E over the bolt G making sure the strap is securely stored under the jack and wheel wrench 4 Secure the jack and wheel wrench E with the wing nut D 5 With the valve stem up place the spare tire C on the compartment floor 6 Make sure the bolt G passes through the wheel center 7 Install the spare tire cover B 8 Secure the spare tire and tools with the ret...

Page 412: ...3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have the full size tire repaired or replaced at your convenience Of course it is best to replace the spare with a full size tire as soon as possible The spare tire will last longer and be in good shape in case it is needed again Notice When the compact spare is installed do not take the vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The ...

Page 413: ...ental 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 damage to the rear window defogger When cleaning the glass on the vehicle use only a soft cloth and glass cleaner Many cleaners contain solvents that may become concentrate...

Page 414: ... the paper towel until no more can be removed For solid dry soils remove as much as possible and then vacuum To clean 1 Saturate a lint free clean white cloth with water or club soda 2 Wring the cloth to remove excess moisture 3 Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center Continue cleaning using a clean area of the cloth each time it becomes soiled 4 Continue to gently r...

Page 415: ...more thorough cleaning is necessary a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust and dirt Never use spot lifters or removers on plastic surfaces Many commercial cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect soft plastic surfaces may permanently change the appearance and feel of the interior and are not recommended Do not use silicone or wax ...

Page 416: ...necessary safety precautions and appropriate disposal of any vehicle care product Rinse the vehicle well before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely If they are allowed to dry on the surface they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicl...

Page 417: ... possible Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster Washing with water is all that is usually needed However chrome polish may be used on chrome or stainless steel trim if 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 o...

Page 418: ...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 419: ...r dealer s retailer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain ...

Page 420: ...ge 6 125 for the vehicle s engine code Service Parts Identification Label This label on the inside of the glove box has the following information Vehicle Identification Number VIN Model designation Paint information Production options and special equipment Do not remove this label from the vehicle Electrical System Add On Electrical Equipment Notice Do not add anything electrical to the vehicle un...

Page 421: ...eavy the fuse opens protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the f...

Page 422: ...e fuse block is located on the passenger side of the floor console behind the forward panel The panel has four clips one in each corner Pull the panel to disconnect the four clips and access the fuses Use the fuse puller to remove fuses 6 120 ...

Page 423: ...iper 16 Climate Control System Ignition Rear View Camera 17 Power Windows Fuses Usage 18 Empty 19 Electric Power Steering Steering Wheel Control 20 Sunroof 21 Empty 22 Empty 23 Audio System 24 XM Radio OnStar 25 Engine Control Module Transmission Control Module 26 Door Locks 27 Interior Lights 28 Steering Wheel Control Illumination 29 Empty Relays Usage 30 Climate Control System 31 Empty 32 Retain...

Page 424: ...es Usage 1 Electric Power Steering 2 Rear Defogger 3 Empty Fuses Usage 4 Body Control Module 3 5 Starting System 6 Body Control Module 2 7 Rear Power Plug Panel Van Only Cooling Fan SS only 8 Vacuum Pump 9 Air Conditioning Clutch Diode 10 Liftgate Sunroof 11 Empty 12 Rear Power Outlet Panel Van Only 13 Fuel Pump 20 Rear Wiper 21 Mirror 22 Air Conditioning 23 Heated Seats Option 25 Fuse Puller 27 E...

Page 425: ...46 Backup Lamps 47 Heated Seat 49 Windshield Washer Pump 53 Fog Lamps Option 56 Sensing and Diagnostic Module SDM Fuses Usage 57 Antilock Brake System Option 58 Windshield Wiper Diode 59 Windshield Wiper 60 Horn 61 Antilock Brake System Option 62 Instrument Panel Ignition 63 Driver Side High Beam 64 Canister Vent 65 Driver Side Low Beam 66 Passenger Side Low Beam 67 Passenger Side High Beam 69 Par...

Page 426: ...n 55 Horn 68 Parking Lamps 70 Windshield Wipers 71 Headlamp Low Beam 72 Headlamp High Beam A Center High Mounted Stoplamp Relay and a Rear Access Panel Door Interlock Relay Panel Van only are located underhood in front of the left shock tower The Left Rear Access Panel Door Relay Panel Van Only and the Right Rear Access Panel Door Relay Panel Van Only are located in the rear of the vehicle behind ...

Page 427: ...ler retailer for more information Cooling System 2 0L Engine 9 2 qt 8 7 L 2 2L Engine 7 4 qt 7 0 L 2 4L Engine with Automatic Transmission 8 5 qt 8 0 L 2 4L Engine with Manual Transmission 8 7 qt 8 2 L Engine Oil with Filter 5 0 qt 4 7 L Fuel Tank 16 2 gal 61 3 L Transmission Fluid Automatic Bottom Pan Removal 7 0 qt 6 6 L Manual 2 0L L4 Engine Drain and Refill 2 0 qt 1 9 L Manual 2 2L L4 or 2 4L ...

Page 428: ...ifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 2 0L L4 Engine M Automatic Manual 0 035 in 0 90 mm 2 2L L4 Engine B Automatic Manual 0 040 in 1 01 mm 2 4L L4 Engine V Automatic Manual 0 040 in 1 01 mm 6 126 ...

Page 429: ... Maintenance Schedule 7 2 Introduction 7 2 Scheduled Maintenance 7 3 Owner Checks and Services 7 8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 10 Maintenance Replacement Parts 7 12 Engine Drive Belt Routing 7 13 Maintenance Record 7 14 7 1 ...

Page 430: ...within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information label See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 24 are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 6 6 WARNING Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous In trying to do some jobs you can be seriously injured Do your own maintenance work only if you have the ...

Page 431: ... 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 vehicle within 5 000 km 3 000 miles since the last service Reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engi...

Page 432: ...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 contamination and winds...

Page 433: ...on See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6 69 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...

Page 434: ...xi 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 radiator and air conditioning condenser o...

Page 435: ... 4L Engines Engine air cleaner filter inspection vehicles driven in dusty conditions only 2 0L Engine Engine air cleaner filter inspection 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 2 2L and 2 4L Engines Engin...

Page 436: ...halfway and try to start the engine The starter should work only when the clutch pedal is pushed down all the way to the floor If the starter works when the clutch pedal is not pushed all the way down your vehicle needs service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check WARNING When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could b...

Page 437: ... this check the vehicle could begin to move You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is Continued WARNING Continued room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking ...

Page 438: ...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 19 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 88863461 in Ca...

Page 439: ... 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 440: ...ts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 2 0L Engine 15909459 2 2L and 2 4L Engines 22731072 A3054C Engine Oil Filter 12605566 PF457G Passenger Compartment Air Filter 52493319 CF125 Spark Plugs 2 0L Engine 12620540 41 108 2 2L and 2 4L Engines 12625058 41 103 Wiper Blades Front 19 7 inches 50 cm 25882578 Rear 10 8 inches 27 4 cm 22709463 7 12 ...

Page 441: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing Dotted line shows routing for vehicles without air conditioning 7 13 ...

Page 442: ...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 14 ...

Page 443: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7 15 ...

Page 444: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7 16 ...

Page 445: ...uling Service Appointments 8 8 Courtesy Transportation Program 8 9 Collision Damage Repair 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects 8 13 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 13 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 8 14 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 8 14 Service Publications Ordering Information 8 14 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 8 15 Event Data Recorders...

Page 446: ...ll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield Dealership name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage ...

Page 447: ...ge Mediation Arbitration Program General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory related vehicle service claims The program provides for the review of the facts involved by an impartial third party arbiter and may include an informal hearing before the arbiter The program is designed so that the entire dispute settlement process from the ti...

Page 448: ...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 449: ...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 450: ...od 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 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program For U S pur...

Page 451: ...s 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 if you have OnStar For security reasons the driver must present identification before this service i...

Page 452: ...ance 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 advisor will help you make arrangements and explain how to receive payment Alternative Service If assistance cannot be provided right away the Roadside...

Page 453: ...tled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait GM helps to minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options Depending on the circumstances your dealer can offer you one of the follo...

Page 454: ...ic information about availability All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion Collision Damage Repair If you...

Page 455: ...M trained technicians and state of the art equipment or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM trained technicians and comparable equipment Insuring Your Vehicle Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage There are significant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms Many insurance poli...

Page 456: ...surance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle Gather the important information you will need from the other driver Things like name address phone number driver s license number vehicle license plate vehicle make model and model year Vehicle Identification Number VIN insurance company and policy number and a general description of the damage to the other vehicle If po...

Page 457: ... are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits with that company In such cases you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as cost stays within reasonable limits Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a ...

Page 458: ... call 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French or write General 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 Servic...

Page 459: ... ample time for delivery Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to make checks payable in U S funds Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated computers that record information about the vehicle s performance and how it is driven For example your vehicle uses computer modules to monitor and control engine an...

Page 460: ...is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location is recorded However other parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR special equipment is required and access to the vehicle or the EDR is neede...

Page 461: ...n vehicle transmitters for garage door openers RFID technology in GM vehicles does not use or record personal information or link with any other 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...

Page 462: ...2 NOTES 8 18 ...

Page 463: ...irbag Inflate 2 65 Where Are the Airbags 2 63 Airbags Passenger Status Indicator 4 28 Readiness Light 4 27 System Check 2 60 Antenna Fixed Mast 4 95 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 4 95 Antilock Brake System ABS 5 4 Warning Light 4 31 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 6 116 Care of Safety Belts 6 113 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 117 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 6 114 Fabric...

Page 464: ...Brake Emergencies 5 5 Brakes 6 37 Antilock 5 4 Parking 3 34 System Warning Light 4 30 Braking 5 3 Braking in Emergencies 5 5 Break In New Vehicle 3 22 Bulb Replacement 6 53 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 6 50 Fog Lamps 4 13 Halogen Bulbs 6 48 Headlamp Aiming 6 45 Headlamps 6 48 Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 6 48 License Plate Lamps 6 52 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back ...

Page 465: ...here to Put the Restraint 2 43 Chime Level Adjustment 4 95 Cigarette Lighter 4 18 Circuit Breakers 6 119 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 6 116 Exterior Lamps Lenses 6 114 Fabric Carpet 6 112 Finish Care 6 114 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 6 113 Interior 6 111 Leather 6 113 Tires 6 117 Underbody Maintenance 6 117 Washing Your Vehicle 6 114 Weatherstrips 6 114 Windshiel...

Page 466: ... MP3 4 74 Display Reconfigurable Performance 4 41 Doing Your Own Service Work 6 4 Dome Lamp 4 14 Door Automatic Door Lock 3 11 Delayed Locking 3 10 Locks 3 9 Power Locks 3 10 Programmable Automatic Door Unlock 3 11 Rear Door Security Locks 3 11 Rear Side Cargo 3 12 Driver Seat Height Adjuster 2 5 Driver Information Center DIC 4 46 DIC Operation and Displays 4 46 DIC Vehicle Personalization 4 54 DI...

Page 467: ...n Lamp 4 35 Compartment Overview 6 16 Coolant 6 29 Coolant Heater 3 27 Coolant Temperature Gauge 4 34 Coolant Temperature Warning Light 4 34 Cooling System 6 28 Drive Belt Routing 7 13 Engine cont Exhaust 3 39 Oil 6 19 Overheating 6 34 Starting 3 25 Engine Oil Life System 6 23 Enhanced Traction System ETS Active Light 5 11 Enhanced Traction System ETS Indicator Warning Light 4 32 Entry Exit Lighti...

Page 468: ...etter 1 24 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block 6 122 Floor Console Fuse Block 6 120 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6 119 Windshield Wiper 6 119 G Gasoline Octane 6 6 Specifications 6 6 Gauges Boost 4 40 Engine Coolant Temperature 4 34 Fuel 4 40 Speedometer 4 25 Tachometer 4 25 Glove Box 3 47 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 8 6 H Halogen Bulbs 6 48 Hazard Warning Flashers 4 3 Head Restraints 2 2 Head...

Page 469: ... Hydraulic Clutch 6 28 I Ignition Positions 3 23 Indicator Warning LIghts Enhanced Traction System ETS 4 32 Infants and Young Children Restraints 2 38 Inflation Tire Pressure 6 63 Instrument Panel Brightness 4 14 Storage Area 3 47 Instrument Panel Cluster 4 24 Integrated Trailer Brake Control System ITBC 5 32 5 40 Introduction 7 2 J Jump Starting 6 41 K Keyless Entry Remote RKE System 3 4 Keyless ...

Page 470: ...rs 4 26 Security 4 39 Tire Pressure 4 35 Up Shift 4 29 Limited Slip Differential 5 13 Loading Your Vehicle 5 24 Locks Automatic Door Lock 3 11 Delayed Locking 3 10 Door 3 9 Lockout Protection 3 12 Power Door 3 10 Programmable Automatic Door Unlock 3 11 Rear Door Security Locks 3 11 Loss of Control 5 15 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 2 45 Lumbar Power Controls 2 6 M Maintenance Schedule Mai...

Page 471: ...1 25 Outlet Adjustment 4 21 Outlets Accessory Power 4 16 Outside Convex Mirror 3 43 Power Mirrors 3 43 Owner Checks and Services 7 8 Owners Canadian iii P Paint Damage 6 117 Park Shifting Into 3 36 Shifting Out of 3 37 Parking Brake 3 34 Over Things That Burn 3 38 Parking Your Vehicle 3 38 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer 3 20 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Operation 3 20 Passenger Airbag ...

Page 472: ...ng Lamps 4 14 Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover 3 48 Rear Door Security Locks 3 11 Rear Side Cargo Door 3 12 Rear Storage 3 48 Rear Vision Camera RVC 3 44 Rear Window Washer Wiper 4 7 Rearview Mirrors 3 41 Automatic Dimming 3 41 Reclining Seatbacks 2 7 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 10 Reconfigurable Performance Display RPD 4 41 Recreational Vehicle Towing 5 30 Reimbursement Program GM Mob...

Page 473: ... Are for Everyone 2 14 Use During Pregnancy 2 34 Safety Defects Reporting Canadian Government 8 14 General Motors 8 14 U S Government 8 13 Safety Warnings and Symbols iv Scheduled Maintenance 7 3 Scheduling Appointments 8 8 Sealant Kit Tire 6 78 Seatback Folding Passenger 2 9 Seats Driver Seat Height Adjuster 2 5 Head Restraints 2 2 Heated Seats 2 6 Passenger Folding Seatback 2 9 Power Lumbar 2 6 ...

Page 474: ...ontrols Audio 4 92 Steering Wheel Tilt Wheel 4 3 Storage Areas Convenience Net 3 51 Cupholders 3 47 Floor Console Storage Area 3 47 Storage Areas cont Glove Box 3 47 Hideaway Rear Storage Bins 3 51 Instrument Panel 3 47 Rear 3 48 Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover 3 48 Roof Rack System 3 50 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 6 87 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 23 Sun Visors 3 18 Sunroo...

Page 475: ... a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 6 106 Terminology and Definitions 6 60 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 6 74 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 6 76 Wheel Replacement 6 76 When It Is Time for New Tires 6 71 Towing Recreational Vehicle 5 30 Towing a Trailer 5 32 5 40 Your Vehicle 5 29 Traction Control System TCS 5 9 Limited Slip Differential 5 13 Traction System Enhanced 4 32 Transmission Fluid Automatic...

Page 476: ...ngs DIC Warnings and Messages 4 48 Hazard Flashers 4 3 Safety and Symbols iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 6 76 Different Size 6 74 Replacement 6 76 When It Is Time for New Tires 6 71 Where to Put the Child Restraint 2 43 Windows 3 16 Power 3 17 Windshield Washer 4 6 Washer Fluid 6 36 Wiper Blade Replacement 6 53 Wiper Blades Cleaning 6 115 Wiper Fuses 6 119 Wipers 4 5 Winter Driving 5 21 Wipe...

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