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Vehicle Care

10-85

Dolly Towing
(Front-Wheel-Drive
Vehicles Only)

To tow a front-wheel-drive 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.

4. Clamp the steering wheel in a

straight-ahead position with a
clamping device designed for
towing.

5. Remove the key from the

ignition.

6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly.

7. Release the parking brake.

Towing the Vehicle From
the Rear

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.

Do not tow the vehicle from the rear.

Summary of Contents for 2010 Traverse

Page 1: ...and Indicators 5 10 Information Displays 5 22 Vehicle Messages 5 31 Vehicle Personalization 5 40 Universal Remote System 5 47 Lighting 6 1 Exterior Lighting 6 1 Interior Lighting 6 4 Lighting Features 6 5 Infotainment System 7 1 Introduction 7 1 Radio 7 7 Audio Players 7 13 Rear Seat Infotainment 7 37 Phone 7 48 Climate Controls 8 1 Climate Control Systems 8 1 Air Vents 8 12 Driving and Operating ...

Page 2: ...tenance 11 1 General Information 11 1 Scheduled Maintenance 11 2 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 7 Maintenance Records 11 10 Technical Data 12 1 Vehicle Identification 12 1 Vehicle Data 12 2 Customer Information 13 1 Customer Information 13 1 Reporting Safety Defects 13 14 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 15 Index i 1 ...

Page 3: ...und on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Vehicle 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...

Page 4: ...hese mean there is something that could hurt you or other people Notice This means there is something that could result 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 Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols...

Page 5: ...tilock Brake System ABS g Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel Gage Fuses i Headlamp High Low Beam Changer j LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders 7 Tire Pressure Monitor F Traction Control M Win...

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

Page 7: ...nt 1 9 Steering Wheel Adjustment 1 10 Interior Lighting 1 11 Exterior Lighting 1 12 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 12 Climate Controls 1 13 Vehicle Features Radio s 1 15 Satellite Radio 1 16 Portable Audio Devices 1 16 Bluetooth 1 16 Steering Wheel Controls 1 17 Navigation System 1 17 Driver Information Center DIC With DIC Buttons 1 18 Cruise Control 1 18 Storage Compartments 1 19 Power Outlets 1 19 Su...

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

Page 9: ...rmation Center DIC With DIC Buttons on page 5 22 or Driver Information Center DIC Without DIC Buttons on page 5 28 M Climate Control Systems on page 8 1 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 4 N Shift Lever See Shifting Into Park on page 9 19 O Power Outlets on page 5 9 P Rear Window Wiper Washer on page 5 6 Traction Control System TCS Disable Button See StabiliTrak System on page 9 2...

Page 10: ...motely lock and unlock the doors from up to 60 m 195 feet away from the vehicle Press K to unlock the driver door Press K again within five seconds to unlock all remaining doors Press Q to lock all doors Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized To open or close the liftgate press and hold until the liftgate begins to move Press L and release to locate the vehicle Press L and hold for more than...

Page 11: ...vehicle and press and hold until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers Turn the ignition switch on and then off See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 5 Door Locks To lock or unlock a door manually From the inside use the door lock knob on the window sill From the outside turn the key toward the front or rear of the vehicle or press the Q or button on the Remote Keyless Entry ...

Page 12: ... On vehicles with power windows the switches are on the driver door armrest Each passenger door has a switch that controls only that window Press the switch to lower the window Pull the switch up to raise it For more information see Power Windows on page 2 20 Seat Adjustment Manual Seats 1 Pull the handle under the seat to unlock the seat 2 Slide the seat to the desired position and release the ha...

Page 13: ...ge 3 7 Press the front or rear of the control C to increase or decrease lumbar support See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3 6 Second Row Seats To access the third row pull the sliding seat lever forward so that the seat cushion folds and the entire seat slides forward See Rear Seats on page 3 10 Third Row Seats The third row seats can be folded forward or removed Pull up on the release lever located on...

Page 14: ...s near the handle H Press to ventilate the seat z Press to heat the seat For more information see Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3 10 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 3 2 Safety Belt Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use...

Page 15: ...sensing system The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 40 for more information Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors Controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver door armrest 1 Press A or B to select the driver or passenger side mirror 2 Press one of the four arrows located on ...

Page 16: ...ever located at the base of the mirror to the right for nighttime use and to the left for daytime use For vehicles with an automatic dimming rearview mirror the mirror will move automatically to reduce the glare from the headlamps of the vehicle behind you The dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the ignition is turned to start See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirro...

Page 17: ...ngers The dome lamps automatically come on when a door is opened unless the dome lamp override button is pressed in To manually turn them on turn the instrument panel brightness control clockwise to the farthest position Dome Lamp Override The dome lamp override button is next to the exterior lamps control E Press the button in and the dome lamps remain off when a door is opened Press the button a...

Page 18: ... parking lamps and other exterior lamps 2 Manual operation of the headlamps and other exterior lamps For more information see Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1 Daytime Running Lamps DRL Automatic Headlamp System on page 6 3 Delayed Headlamps on page 6 3 Windshield Wiper Washer The windshield wiper washer lever is located on the left side of the steering column Turn the band with the wiper symbol ...

Page 19: ... Windshield Washer J Press the button at the end of the turn signal lane change lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield See Windshield Wiper Washer on page 5 5 Climate Controls A Fan Control B Temperature Control C Air Delivery Mode Control D Air Conditioning E REAR Rear Climate Control F Air Recirculation G Rear Window Defogger ...

Page 20: ...dow Defogger K Air Conditioning L PASS Passenger M Passenger Side Temperature Control See Climate Control Systems on page 8 1 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 4 If Equipped For more information about the rear climate control see Rear Climate Control System Rear Climate Control Only on page 8 10 or Rear Climate Control System Rear Climate with Rear Seat Audio on page 8 11 ...

Page 21: ... While the ignition is off press 4 to display the time For more information about these and other radio features see Operation on page 7 2 Storing a Favorite Station A maximum of 36 stations can be stored as favorites using the six softkeys located below the radio station frequency tabs and by using the radio FAV button Press FAV to go through up to six pages of favorites each having six favorite ...

Page 22: ...adian 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 contact XM at in the U S and Canada 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 Satellite Radio on page 7 8 Portable A...

Page 23: ...ing call or to end a call SRCE Press to switch between the radio CD and for vehicles with DVD front auxiliary and rear auxiliary Press to seek the next radio station the next track or chapter while sourced to the CD or DVD slot or to select tracks and folders on an iPod or USB device For more information see Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 3 Navigation System The vehicle s navigation system prov...

Page 24: ...st on vehicles with this feature units tire pressure readings on vehicles with this feature RKE transmitter programming and compass calibration and zone setting on vehicles with this feature 3 Press this button to display the odometer trip odometers fuel range average economy timer fuel used and average speed Some vehicles do not have the buttons shown however some of the menus can be viewed by us...

Page 25: ...ole forward Lift up on rear console handle A and pull forward See Floor Console Storage on page 4 2 Power Outlets The vehicle may have four accessory power outlets which can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular phone The power outlets are located On the instrument panel below the climate controls Under the center floor console cupholder At the rear of the center floor console...

Page 26: ...ss close the sunroof For more information see Sunroof on page 2 23 Performance and Maintenance StabiliTrak The traction control system limits wheel spin and the StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions Both systems turn on automatically every time the vehicle is started To turn off the traction control part of StabiliTrak press and release ...

Page 27: ...r that your tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure Note The Tire Pressure Monitor System can alert you about low tire pressure but it does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance It is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressures See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10 43 and Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 44 Ti...

Page 28: ...ns Press and hold the trip odometer reset stem until OIL LIFE REMAINING shows 100 Three chimes sound and the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message goes off 4 Turn the key to LOCK OFF See Engine Oil Life System on page 10 10 Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly Brake...

Page 29: ... vehicle maintenance tips online owner manual special privileges and more Sign up today at www gmownercenter com chevrolet OnStar OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide a wide range of safety security navigation diagnostics and calling services Automatic Crash Response In a crash built in sensors can automatically alert an OnStar advisor who is immediately connect...

Page 30: ...ord and transmit vehicle information This information is automatically sent to an OnStar call center when Q is pressed is pressed or if the airbags or ACR system deploy This information usually includes the vehicle s GPS location and in the event of a crash additional information regarding the crash that the vehicle was involved in e g the direction from which the vehicle was hit When the virtual ...

Page 31: ...sibility Increase the volume of the radio if the OnStar advisor cannot be heard If the light next to the OnStar buttons is red the system may not be functioning properly Press Q and request a vehicle diagnostic If the light appears clear no light is appearing your OnStar subscription has expired and all services have been deactivated Press Q to confirm that the OnStar equipment is active ...

Page 32: ...1 26 In Brief 2 NOTES ...

Page 33: ...out Protection 2 8 Safety Locks 2 8 Doors Liftgate 2 9 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security 2 13 Anti Theft Alarm System 2 13 Immobilizer 2 14 Immobilizer Operation 2 14 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors 2 16 Power Mirrors 2 17 Folding Mirrors 2 17 Heated Mirrors 2 17 Blind Spot Mirrors 2 17 Park Tilt Mirrors 2 19 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror 2 19 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 19 Windo...

Page 34: ...aler retailer or qualified locksmith can use to make new keys Store this information in a safe place not in the vehicle See your dealer retailer if a replacement key or additional key is needed Notice If you ever lock your keys in the vehicle you may have to damage the vehicle to get in Be sure you have spare keys If you are locked out of the vehicle call the Roadside Assistance Center See Roadsid...

Page 35: ...Shown Without Similar Remote Vehicle Start For vehicles with this feature see Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 5 for additional information Q Lock Press to lock all the doors If enabled through the Driver Information Center DIC the parking lamps flash once to indicate locking has occurred If enabled through the DIC the horn sounds when Q is pressed again within five seconds See Vehicle Personalizati...

Page 36: ...his vehicle will work If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer retailer When the replacement transmitter is programmed to this vehicle using the DIC all remaining transmitters must also be reprogrammed Any lost or stolen transmitters will no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed Each vehicle can have up to eight transmitters ...

Page 37: ...he performance of the transmitter see Remote Keyless Entry RKE System on page 2 2 for additional information Starting the Engine Using Remote Start To start the vehicle 1 Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle 2 Press Q on the RKE transmitter 3 Immediately after completing Step 2 press and hold until the parking lamps flash If the vehicle s lights can not be seen press and hold for at least four s...

Page 38: ...en ignition cycles After the vehicle s engine has been started two times using the remote start button the ignition must be turned on and then back off before the remote start procedure can be used again Shutting the Engine Off After a Remote Start To manually shut off a remote start Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashe...

Page 39: ...at 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 To lock or unlock a door use the key from the outside or the door lock from the inside Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are loc...

Page 40: ...rotects you from locking the key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition and a front door is open If the driver side power door lock switch is pressed when the driver s door is open and the key is in the ignition all of the doors will lock and then the driver door will unlock If the passenger side power door lock switch is pressed when the front passenger door is open and the key is in the ...

Page 41: ...ystem in the Index If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate disable the power liftgate function For more information about carbon monoxide see Engine Exhaust on page 9 21 To unlock the liftgate use the power door lock switch or press the door unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter twice See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 To open the liftgate press ...

Page 42: ...ir and set the fan speed to the highest setting See Climate Control System in the Index If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate disable the power liftgate function For more information about carbon monoxide see Engine Exhaust on page 9 21 The vehicle may have a power liftgate The vehicle must be in P Park to use this feature The taillamps will flash and a chime will sound when the power l...

Page 43: ...ration to reverse the operation The power liftgate may be temporarily disabled under extreme temperatures or under low battery conditions If this occurs the liftgate can still be operated manually If the vehicle is shifted out of P Park while the power function is in progress the liftgate power function will continue to completion If the vehicle is shifted out of P Park and the vehicle accelerates...

Page 44: ...Center DIC Without DIC Buttons on page 5 28 for more information After removing the obstructions manually open the liftgate to the full open position or close the liftgate to the fully closed and latched position The liftgate resumes normal power operation Pinch sensors are located on the side edges of the liftgate If an object is caught between the liftgate and the vehicle and presses against thi...

Page 45: ...t impossible to steal Anti Theft Alarm System On vehicles with an anti theft alarm system to activate the system Press Q on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or the power door lock switch when any door is open The security light flashes When the door is closed the security light stops flashing and stays on solid for approximately 30 seconds The content theft deterrent alarm is not armed unt...

Page 46: ...lose the door and wait for the security light to go out 4 Then reach in through the window unlock the door with the manual door lock and open the door This should set off the alarm If the alarm does not sound when it should but the vehicle s headlamps flash check to see if the horn works The horn fuse may be blown To replace the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10 30 If the alarm does n...

Page 47: ...the vehicle does start the first key may be faulty See your dealer retailer who can service the PASS Key III to have a new key made In an emergency contact Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13 6 It is possible for the PASS Key III decoder to learn the transponder value of a new or replacement key Up to 10 keys may be programmed to the vehicle The following procedure is fo...

Page 48: ... Driver Information Center DIC when there is a problem with the theft deterrent system See Anti Theft Alarm System Messages on page 5 36 for additional information Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors WARNING A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If y...

Page 49: ...t the mirror Folding Mirrors Manual Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash To fold pull the mirror toward the vehicle Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position Heated Mirrors For vehicles with heated mirrors Rear Window Defogger Press to heat the mirrors See Rear Window Defogger under Dual Automatic Climate Control System on ...

Page 50: ...e blind spot mirror 4 When the vehicle is in the blind zone the image only appears in the blind spot mirror Using the Outside Mirror with the Blind Spot Mirror 1 Set the main mirror so that the side of the vehicle can just be seen and the blind spot mirror has an unobstructed view 2 When checking for traffic or before changing a lane look at the main driver passenger side mirror to observe traffic...

Page 51: ... side to side Use the day night adjustment to help prevent glare from the headlamps behind you Move the lever to the right for nighttime use and to the left for daytime use Vehicles with OnStar have three additional control buttons located at the bottom of the mirror See your dealer retailer for more information about OnStar and how to subscribe to it See the OnStar owner guide for more informatio...

Page 52: ...ly on the mirror Use a soft towel dampened with water Windows WARNING Leaving children helpless adults or pets in a vehicle 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 Power Windows ...

Page 53: ...ols are located on each of the side doors The driver door also has switches that control the passenger and rear windows The power windows work with the ignition in ACC ACCESSORY ON RUN or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 16 Press the switch to lower the window Pull up on the front edge of the switch to raise the window Express Up Express Down W...

Page 54: ...certain weather conditions like severe icing the window will stop and open to a factory preset position The window functions normally once the obstruction is removed Window Lockout o Window Lockout The window lockout switch is located with the power window switches on the driver door armrest This feature prevents the rear windows from being operated except from the driver position Press the switch...

Page 55: ...ed position press and hold the front of the switch to vent the sunroof Press and hold the rear of the switch to close the sunroof Express open Express close From the closed position press and release the rear of the switch to express open the sunroof Press and release the front of the switch to express close the sunroof The front sunshade must be opened and closed manually Push up on the sunshade ...

Page 56: ...close it manually Do not manually open or close the rear sunshade To open the rear sunshade located over the second row seats press and release the rear of the switch Press and release the front of the switch to close the sunshade Do not keep the sunroof open for long periods of time while the vehicle is not in use Debris can collect in the tracks damage the sunroof operation and plug the water dr...

Page 57: ... 3 31 Airbag System Airbag System 3 32 Where Are the Airbags 3 34 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 36 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 37 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 37 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 3 38 Passenger Sensing System 3 40 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 44 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 45 Airbag System Check 3 46 Replacing Airbag System Parts Aft...

Page 58: ...ts 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 1 Pull the head restraint up to raise it To lower the head restraint press the release button located on the head restraint post on the top of the seatback while you p...

Page 59: ...pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving A Manual Seat Adjustment Handle B Driver Seat Height Adjuster C See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 7 To adjust a manual seat 1 Lift the handle A under the seat to unlock it 2 Slide the seat and release the handle Try to move the seat to be sure it is locked in place To manually raise or lower the seat move th...

Page 60: ...orward or rearward The vehicle may have additional features to adjust the power seat Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the power seat adjustment control A up or down Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the rear part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the control up or down Memory Seat and Mirrors On vehicles w...

Page 61: ...le beep Using the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter to enter the vehicle with the remote recall memory feature on causes automatic seat and mirror adjustment There is no adjustment when the position has not been changed by another seating position or the easy exit feature See MEMORY SEAT RECALL under Vehicle Personalization With DIC Buttons on page 5 40 for more information To stop recall movem...

Page 62: ... is removed from the ignition See EASY EXIT SEAT under Vehicle Personalization With DIC Buttons on page 5 40 for more information Further programming for the memory seat feature can be done using the DIC You can select or cancel the following The automatic easy exit seat feature The remote memory seat recall feature For programming information see Vehicle Personalization With DIC Buttons on page 5...

Page 63: ...eat only when the vehicle is not moving 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 In vehicles with seats that have manual reclining seatbacks the lever used to operate them is located on the outboard side of the seat See Seat Adjustment...

Page 64: ...hen buckled up the safety belts cannot do their job when reclined like this Continued WARNING Continued The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there ...

Page 65: ...nning I Heated Seatback Press to turn on the heated seatback J Heated Seat and Seatback Press to turn on or off the heated seat and seatback The light on the button will come on to indicate that the feature is on Each time the button is pressed the temperature settings change from high to medium to low to off Indicator lights above the button will show the level of heat selected three for high two...

Page 66: ...ors near the door handle H Ventilated Seat Press to ventilate the entire seat This symbol appears on the climate control display to indicate that the feature is on z Heated Seat and Seatback Press to heat the entire seat This symbol appears on the climate control display to indicate that the feature is on For either feature press the button once for the highest setting With each press of the switc...

Page 67: ...t center console armrest completely forward See Center Console Storage on page 4 1 3 Place folding armrests in the upright position 4 Ensure that the safety belt is unfastened and in the stowed position 5 Pull the sliding seat lever C forward and move the seatback forward The seat cushion will fold and the entire seat will slide forward Returning the Seat to the Seating Position To return the seco...

Page 68: ...ush it rearward until it locks into place Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Adjusting the Seats To adjust the second row seats pull outward on the seat adjustment handle A Slide the seat forward or rearward to the desired position Release the handle and push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked Third Row Seats WARNING Using the third row seating position while the s...

Page 69: ...tically 4 Push the seatback forward to lay flat To return the seatback to the seating position 1 Raise the seatback into place by using the pullstrap from the rear of the vehicle or by pushing it into place from inside the vehicle 2 The headrest must be locked into place before sitting in the seat WARNING If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could c...

Page 70: ...se 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 3 Fold the seatback down See Folding the Seatback earlier in this section 4 Remove the rear bolts located on the floor on each side of the seat 5 Remove the seat by tilting it slightly upward and then pulling it out of the rear of the vehicle in one ...

Page 71: ... or your passenger s are not wearing safety belts the injuries can be much worse You can hit things inside the vehicle harder or be ejected from the vehicle You and your passenger s can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passenger s are restrained properly too WARNING It is extremely dangerous t...

Page 72: ...t even buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without 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...

Page 73: ...s and Restraints 3 17 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Page 74: ...icle 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 is provided all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection That is true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I am a good driver and I never drive far from home why sho...

Page 75: ...p can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts First before you or your passenger s wear a safety belt there is important information you should know Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this app...

Page 76: ...ection 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 Q What is wrong with this A The lap belt is too loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way ...

Page 77: ...elt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs Q What is wrong with this A The belt is buckled in the wrong buckle WARNING You 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 i...

Page 78: ... 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 Q What is wrong with this A The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times ...

Page 79: ...er or spleen The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest Q What is wrong with this A The belt is behind the body WARNING You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap shoulder belt properly In a crash 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 bel...

Page 80: ...our dealer retailer to fix it Lap Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap shoulder belt If you are using a rear seating position with a detachable safety belt and the safety belt is not attached see Third Row Seats on page 3 12 for instruction on reconnecting the safety belt to the mini buckle The following instructions explain how to wear a lap shoulder belt properly 1 Adjus...

Page 81: ... feature may be engaged If this happens let the belt go back all the way and start again 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks 4 Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 3 30 Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 5 If equipped with a shoul...

Page 82: ...itching on the safety belt near the guide loop on the side wall 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 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger seating positions Adjust the height so that the sho...

Page 83: ...ar frontal or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met And for vehicles with side impact airbags safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a side crash or a rollover event Pretensioners work only once If the pretensioners activate in a crash they will need to be replaced and probably other new parts for the vehicle s safety belt system See Rep...

Page 84: ...age pocket at the top of the seat under the headrest on the driver s side of the vehicle To access the comfort guide you will first need to move the headrest forward by pulling on the handle behind the seatback The comfort guide will now be accessible Third Row Center Position Pull the comfort guide out of its storage location and then return the headrest to its upright position 2 Place the guide ...

Page 85: ...riously injured 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 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described previously in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guide squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can be remove...

Page 86: ...ough 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 personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for securing child seats To wear it attach it to the regular safety belt For...

Page 87: ...ect the person using it resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash To help make sure the safety belt systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible After a minor crash replacement of safety belts may not be necessary But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See ...

Page 88: ...BAG will appear on the side of the seatback closest to the door With roof rail airbags the word AIRBAG will appear along the headliner or trim Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts Even though today s airbags are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job Here are the ...

Page 89: ...act airbags and or roof rail airbags WARNING Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protectio...

Page 90: ...ddle of the steering wheel The right front passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side Driver Side shown Passenger Side similar The seat mounted side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door ...

Page 91: ...t 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 Continued WARNING Continued Do not use seat accessories that block the inflation path of a seat mounted side impact airbag Never secure anyt...

Page 92: ...not deform If the vehicle hits a narrow object like a pole the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a wide object like a wall If the vehicle goes into an object at an angle the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle goes straight into the object Thresholds can also vary with specific vehicle design Frontal airbags are not intended ...

Page 93: ...is determined by the direction of the roll What Makes an Airbag Inflate In a deployment event the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inflator Gas from the inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to break out of the cover and deploy The inflator the airbag and related hardware are all part of the airbag module Frontal airbag modules are located inside t...

Page 94: ...nts of the airbag module may be hot for several minutes For location of the airbag modules see What Makes an Airbag Inflate on page 3 37 The parts of the airbag that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There may be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated airbags Airbag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of the windshield or being abl...

Page 95: ...roken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After an airbag inflates you will need some new parts for 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 ser...

Page 96: ...mounted side impact airbags and the 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 determine if the right front passenger frontal airbag should be enabled may inflate or not According to accident statis...

Page 97: ... passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag if The right front passenger seat is unoccupied The system determines that an infant is present in a child restraint A right front passenger takes his her weight off of the seat for a period of time Or if t...

Page 98: ...d restraint from the vehicle 3 Remove any additional items from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers 4 Reinstall the child restraint following the directions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and refer to Securing Child Restraints Rear Seat on page 3 62 or Securing Child Restraints Right Front Passenger Seat on page 3 64 5 If after reinstalling t...

Page 99: ...the person remain in this position for two to three minutes after the on indicator is lit Additional Factors Affecting System Operation Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status See Safety Belts and Child Restraints in the Index for additional information about the ...

Page 100: ... briefcase handbag grocery bag laptop or other electronic device is put on an unoccupied seat If this is not desired remove the object from the seat WARNING Stowing of articles under the passenger seat or between the passenger seat cushion and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how the vehicle should...

Page 101: ...im designed for a different vehicle Any object such as an aftermarket seat heater or a comfort enhancing pad or device installed under or on top of the seat fabric could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system This could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger airbag s or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag s See P...

Page 102: ...aler retailer for service Replacing Airbag System Parts After a Crash WARNING A crash can damage the airbag systems in your vehicle A damaged airbag system may not work properly and may not protect you and your passenger s in a crash resulting in serious injury or even death To help make sure your airbag systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements ...

Page 103: ...s under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 3 24 for more information If the shoulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder then return to the booster seat Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips touching the thighs If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Can proper safety belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the prop...

Page 104: ...allow two children to wear the same safety belt The safety belt can not properly spread the impact forces In a crash the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured A safety belt must be used by only one person at a time WARNING Never do this Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap s...

Page 105: ...nadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle WARNING Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older chi...

Page 106: ...ly become a 110 kg 240 lb force on a person s arms An infant should be secured in an appropriate restraint WARNING Never do this Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat Secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat It is also Continued WARNING Continued better t...

Page 107: ...dition 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 This is because an infant s neck is not fully developed and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing child restraint settles into the restraint so the crash forces ...

Page 108: ... system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint B Forward Facing Child Seat A forward facing child seat B provides restraint for the child s body with the harness C Booster Seats A booster seat C is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window ...

Page 109: ...5 for more information Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle When securing an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and to this manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy ...

Page 110: ...raint would be very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some...

Page 111: ...that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual When installing a child restraint with a top tether you 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 attach...

Page 112: ...nchor Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint If the child restraint does not have a top tether one...

Page 113: ... lower anchors Third Row i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors To assist you in locating the lower anchors each second row anchor position has a label near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion To assist you in locating the top tether anchors the top tether anchor symbol is located on the cover or near the anchor ...

Page 114: ...op tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat See Where to Put the Restraint on page 3 54 for additional information Securing a Child Restraint Designe...

Page 115: ...ments rub against the vehicle s safety belts This may damage these parts If necessary move buckled safety belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments Do not fold the empty rear seat with a safety belt buckled This could damage the safety belt or the seat Unbuckle and return the safety belt to its stowed position before folding the seat 1 Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lower ancho...

Page 116: ...int instructions and the following steps 2 1 Find the top tether anchor 2 2 If the anchor is covered flip open the cover to expose the anchor 2 3 Route attach and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the sea...

Page 117: ...re Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash WARNING A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash To help make sure the LATCH system is working properly after a crash see your dealer retailer to have the system inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possi...

Page 118: ...me with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the ch...

Page 119: ...pful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint 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 System on page 3 55 for more information 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove t...

Page 120: ...seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off...

Page 121: ...nd that the tether be attached You will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint 1 Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward facing child restraint When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag the off indicator on the passenger airba...

Page 122: ... knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure If the airbags are off the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit see If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Rest...

Page 123: ...dle up to open it Use the key to lock and unlock the glove box Cupholders There are two cupholders with removable liners located in front of the center console There may be cupholders located in the second row seat armrest To access pull the armrest down There are additional cupholders located on each side of the third row seat and in each door There may be cupholders located at the rear of the ce...

Page 124: ...nt inside To access the upper storage area press the upper button B and lift up To access the lower storage area press the lower button C and lift up The top of the console can be folded forward for increased storage area Lift up on handle on the rear of the console A and pull forward WARNING Never open more than one of the three latches at a time to help avoid personal injury and damage to the co...

Page 125: ...gement cover 1 Open the cover It remains open when lifted 2 Pull the cover up making sure to unhook the hinges at the rear of the cover WARNING An improperly latched and closed cargo cover or cargo cover left in the open position could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver Someone could be injured Be sure to return the cover to the closed position and latch before drivi...

Page 126: ...nal information Notice Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 91 kg 200 lbs or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage the vehicle Load cargo so that it rests evenly between the crossrails making sure to fasten cargo securely To prevent damage or loss of cargo when driving check to make sure crossrails and cargo are securely fastened Loading cargo on the roof rack will...

Page 127: ...ht 5 20 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light 5 20 Tire Pressure Light 5 21 Engine Oil Pressure Light 5 21 Security Light 5 22 High Beam on Light 5 22 Cruise Control Light 5 22 Information Displays Driver Information Center DIC With DIC Buttons 5 22 Driver Information Center DIC Without DIC Buttons 5 28 Vehicle Messages Vehicle Messages 5 31 Battery Voltage and Charging Messages 5 31 Brake Syst...

Page 128: ...he steering wheel can be adjusted The adjustment lever is on the outboard side of the steering column Pull the lever down to move the steering wheel up or down and in or out Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Power Tilt Wheel For vehicles with the power tilt and telescope wheel the control is on the outboard side of the steering col...

Page 129: ... a preset or favorite To select tracks on a CD DVD Press and release w or x to go to the next or previous track To select tracks on an iPod or USB device for vehicles without a navigation system 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 release w or x to scroll up or down the list then press and hold w or pre...

Page 130: ...h the track label on the touch screen to highlight and begin playing the track from that list 4 Press and hold x to quickly scroll through the selected music list b g Mute Push to Talk Press to silence the vehicle speakers only Press again to turn the sound on For vehicles with Bluetooth or OnStar systems press and hold for longer than two seconds to interact with those systems See Bluetooth on pa...

Page 131: ...he steering wheel pad to sound the horn Windshield Wiper Washer The windshield wiper washer lever is located on the left side of the steering column Turn the band with the wiper symbol to control the windshield wipers 8 Mist Single wipe turn the band to 8 and then release Several wipes hold the band on 8 longer 9 Off Turns the wipers off 6 Adjustable Interval Wipes Turn the band up for more freque...

Page 132: ...anged Y Wash Press to spray washer fluid on the rear window The window wiper will also come on Release the button when enough fluid has been sprayed on the window The rear wiper will run a few more cycles after it is released If the rear wiper function was already on prior to pressing the wash button it stays on until the wiper button is pressed again The rear window washer uses the same fluid tha...

Page 133: ...s current location and variance zone number on the map Zones 1 through 15 are available 3 Press the set reset button to scroll through and select the appropriate variance zone 4 Press the trip fuel button until the vehicle heading for example N for North is displayed in the DIC 5 If calibration is necessary calibrate the compass See Compass Calibration Procedure following Compass Calibration The c...

Page 134: ...n Procedure 1 Before calibrating the compass make sure the compass zone is set to the variance zone in which the vehicle is located See Compass Variance Zone Procedure earlier in this section Do not operate any switches such as window sunroof climate controls seats etc during the calibration procedure 2 Press the vehicle information button until PRESS V TO CALIBRATE COMPASS displays 3 Press the se...

Page 135: ...ting from 12 hour to 24 hour or to change the date default setting from month day year to day month year 1 Press G and then the pushbutton located under the forward arrow that displays on the radio screen until the time 12H hour and 24H hour and the date MM DD month and day and DD MM day and month displays 2 Press the pushbutton located under the desired option 3 Press G again to apply the selecte...

Page 136: ... of 20 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 not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for acce...

Page 137: ...Instruments and Controls 5 11 Instrument Cluster United States Uplevel version shown Canada similar ...

Page 138: ...vehicle has left in the fuel tank An arrow on the fuel gage indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on Here are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with the fuel gage At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage might have indicated the tank...

Page 139: ...ded period This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle As engine speeds are increased this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power The vehicle can only be driven for a short time with the reading in either warning zone If the vehicle must be driven turn off all unnecessary acce...

Page 140: ...the object from the seat or buckle the safety belt Airbag Readiness Light This light shows if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the airbag sensor the pretensioners the airbag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the airbag system see Airbag System on page 3 32 This light will come on and stay on for several seconds when the v...

Page 141: ...ht 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 passenger airbag status indicator it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag If after several seconds bo...

Page 142: ...on monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems It ensures that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment This light comes on when the ignition is on but the engine is not running as a check to show it is working If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer retailer If the check engine light comes on a...

Page 143: ...uphill grades If towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park the vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer retailer for service as soon as possible Light...

Page 144: ...nt getting a vehicle registration Here are some things to know to help the vehicle pass an inspection The vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check engine light is on with the engine running or if the key is in ON RUN and the light is not on The vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD II on board diagnostic system determines that critical emission control systems have not been co...

Page 145: ...eased The pedal may be harder to push or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towing the Vehicle on page 10 82 WARNING The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash If the light is still on after the v...

Page 146: ...the system is working normally the indicator light goes off If it stays on or comes on while driving there could be a problem with the StabiliTrak system and the vehicle might need service When this warning light is on the system is off and will not limit wheel spin This light flashes when the StabiliTrak system is active See StabiliTrak System on page 9 27 for more information Engine Coolant Temp...

Page 147: ...e 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 10 44 for more information Engine Oil Pressure Light WARNING Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low The engine can become so hot that it catches fire Someone could be burned Check the oi...

Page 148: ...r more information Information Displays Driver Information Center DIC With DIC Buttons If your vehicle has DIC buttons the information below explains the operation of this system The DIC displays information about your vehicle It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected All messages will appear in the DIC display located at the top of the instrument panel cluster The DIC come...

Page 149: ...t customization vehicle information and trip fuel buttons The button functions are detailed in the following pages V Set Reset Press this button to set or reset certain functions and to turn off or acknowledge messages on the DIC U Customization Press this button to customize the feature settings on your vehicle See Vehicle Personalization With DIC Buttons on page 5 40 for more information T Vehic...

Page 150: ...splays This display allows the system to be turned on or off Once in this display press the set reset button to select between ON or OFF If you choose ON the system will be turned on If you choose OFF the system will be turned off The URPA system automatically turns back on after each vehicle start When the URPA system is turned off and the vehicle is shifted out of P Park the DIC will display the...

Page 151: ...ock and unlock buttons on the first transmitter at the same time for about 15 seconds On vehicles with memory recall seats the first transmitter learned will match driver 1 and the second will match driver 2 A chime will sound indicating that the transmitter is matched 4 To match additional transmitters at this time repeat Step 3 Each vehicle can have a maximum of eight transmitters matched to it ...

Page 152: ... odometer will accumulate mileage For example if the vehicle was driven 5 miles 8 km before it is started again and then the retroactive reset feature is activated the display will show 5 miles 8 km As the vehicle begins moving the display will then increase to 5 1 miles 8 2 km 5 2 miles 8 4 km etc If the retroactive reset feature is activated after the vehicle is started but before it begins movi...

Page 153: ...ed The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset not including time the ignition is off Time will continue to be counted as long as the ignition is on even if another display is being shown on the DIC The timer will record up to 99 hours 59 minutes and 59 seconds 99 59 59 after which the display will return to zero To stop the timer press the set reset but...

Page 154: ...ntil ODOMETER displays This display shows the distance the vehicle has been driven in either miles mi or kilometers km To switch between English and metric measurements see UNITS later in this section TRIPA or TRIP B Press the trip odometer reset stem until TRIPA or TRIP B displays This display shows the current distance traveled in either miles mi or kilometers km since the last reset for each tr...

Page 155: ...he engine oil life system monitoring the oil life additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual See Scheduled Maintenance on page 11 2 for more information Remember you must reset the OIL LIFE display yourself after each oil change It will not reset itself Also be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just ...

Page 156: ...p 3 Each vehicle can have a maximum of eight transmitters matched to it 5 To exit the programming mode you must cycle the key to LOCK OFF UNITS To access this display the vehicle must be in P Park Press the trip odometer reset stem until UNITS displays This display allows you to select between English or Metric units of measurement Once in this display press and hold the trip odometer reset stem t...

Page 157: ... are the possible messages that can be displayed and some information about them Battery Voltage and Charging Messages BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message displays when the system detects that the battery voltage is dropping below expected levels The battery saver system starts reducing certain features of the vehicle that you may be able to notice At the point that the features are disabled this me...

Page 158: ...e door again Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC HOOD OPEN On some models this message displays and a chime sounds if the hood is not fully closed Stop and turn off the vehicle check the hood for obstructions and close the hood again Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN This message displays and a chime sounds if the driver side rear door is not...

Page 159: ...ng severe engine damage may occur If an overheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and or DIC stop the vehicle as soon as possible Do not increase the engine speed above normal idling speed See Engine Overheating on page 10 18 for more information This message displays when the engine coolant temperature is too hot Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down See Engine Coo...

Page 160: ...sure has been corrected Check the oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced by your dealer retailer See Engine Oil on page 10 8 Engine Power Messages ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED This message displays and a chime sounds when the cooling system temperature gets too hot and the engine further enters the engine coolant protection mode See Engine Overheating on page 10 18 for further informati...

Page 161: ...n Center DIC Without DIC Buttons on page 5 28 for more information REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays if a Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter battery is low The battery needs to be replaced in the transmitter See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 Lamp Messages AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL OFF This message displays when the automatic headl...

Page 162: ...our speed and drive accordingly SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL This message displays when there is a problem with the Traction Control System TCS When this message is displayed the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly See your dealer retailer for service See StabiliTrak System on page 9 27 for more information TRACTION CONTROL OFF This message displays when the Traction Contr...

Page 163: ...ealer retailer immediately SERVICE VEHICLE SOON This message displays when a non emissions related malfunction occurs Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer retailer as soon as possible STARTING DISABLED SERVICE THROTTLE This message displays when your vehicle s throttle system is not functioning properly Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer retailer Tire Messages TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE O...

Page 164: ...learned after rotating the tires or after replacing a tire or sensor See Tire Rotation on page 10 48 Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10 43 and Tire Pressure on page 10 42 for more information Transmission Messages ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF If your vehicle has the All Wheel Drive AWD system this message displays when there is a compact spare tire on the vehicle when the Antilock Brake System ABS war...

Page 165: ... transmission fluid temperature high can cause damage to the vehicle Stop the vehicle and let it idle to allow the transmission to cool This message clears when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level Vehicle Reminder Messages ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message displays when the outside air temperature is cold enough to create icy road conditions Adjust your driving accordingly Vehicle S...

Page 166: ...ntering the Feature Settings Menu 1 Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in P Park To avoid excessive drain on the battery it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off 2 Press the customization button to enter the feature settings menu If the menu is not available FEATURE SETTINGS AVAILABLE IN PARK will display Before entering the menu make sure the vehicle is in P Park Feature Settin...

Page 167: ... the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings SHIFT OUT OF PARK default The doors will automatically lock when the vehicle is shifted out of P Park AT VEHICLE SPEED The doors will automatically lock when the vehicle speed is above 8 mph 13 km h for three seconds NO CHANGE No chan...

Page 168: ...e lock button on the RKE transmitter LIGHTS ONLY The exterior lamps will flash when you press the lock button on the RKE transmitter HORN ONLY The horn will sound on the second press of the lock button on the RKE transmitter HORN LIGHTS default The exterior lamps will flash when you press the lock button on the RKE transmitter and the horn will sound when the lock button is pressed again within fi...

Page 169: ...n once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings OFF There will be no delayed locking of the vehicle s doors ON default The doors will not lock until five seconds after the last door or the liftgate is closed NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press the set r...

Page 170: ...e information NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC CHIME VOLUME This feature allows you to select the volume level of the chime Press the customization button until CHIME VOLUME appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings...

Page 171: ...or the automatic easy exit seat feature See Delayed Locking on page 2 7 for more information Press the customization button until EASY EXIT SEAT appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings OFF default No automatic seat exit recall will occur ON The driver s seat will ...

Page 172: ...ure allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 5 for more information Press the customization button until REMOTE START appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings OFF Th...

Page 173: ...ettings menu will be exited when any of the following occurs The vehicle is shifted out of P Park The vehicle is no longer in ON RUN The trip fuel or vehicle information DIC buttons are pressed The end of the feature settings menu is reached and exited A 40 second time period has elapsed with no selection made Universal Remote System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 17 for information rega...

Page 174: ...arage door opener motor head or gate motor head Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or gate that is being programmed It is recommended that a new battery be installed in your hand held transmitter for quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio frequency signal Programming the Universal Home Remote System For questions or help programming the Universal Home Remote ...

Page 175: ...the Universal Home Remote will flash slowly at first and then rapidly after Universal Home Remote successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand held transmitter Release both buttons 5 Press and hold the newly trained Universal Home Remote button and observe the indicator light If the indicator light stays on continuously the programming is complete and the garage door should move when t...

Page 176: ...u have questions or need help programming the Universal Home Remote System call 1 800 355 3515 or go to www homelink com Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission This may not be long enough for Universal Home Remote to pick up the signal during programming Similarly some U S gate operators are manufactured to time out in th...

Page 177: ... or the lease ends To erase all programmed buttons on the Universal Remote device 1 Press and hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds 2 Release both buttons Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote Button To reprogram any of the three Universal Remote buttons repeat the programming instructions earlier in this section beginning with Step 2 For he...

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Page 179: ...l Illumination Control 6 4 Courtesy Lamps 6 4 Dome Lamps 6 5 Reading Lamps 6 5 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 6 5 Delayed Entry Lighting 6 6 Delayed Exit Lighting 6 6 Parade Dimming 6 6 Battery Load Management 6 6 Battery Power Protection 6 7 Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls The exterior lamps control is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel It controls the fo...

Page 180: ... chime sounds if the driver s door is opened when the ignition switch is off and the headlamps are on Parking Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Headlamp High Low Beam Changer 2 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Push the turn signal lane change lever away from you to turn the high beams on Pull the lever towards you to return to low beams This indicator light turns on in th...

Page 181: ...he light sensor on top of the instrument panel because it works with the DRL Delayed Headlamps Delayed headlamps provide a period of exterior lighting as you leave the area around the vehicle This feature is activated when the headlamps are on due to the automatic headlamps control feature and when the ignition is turned off The headlamps remain on until the exterior lamps control is moved to the ...

Page 182: ...he bulbs replaced If the bulb is not burned out check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10 30 Turn Signal On Chime If either one of the turn signals are left on and the vehicle has been driven more than 3 4 mile 1 2 km a chime will sound Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control D Instrument Panel Brightness The knob with this symbol on it is next to the exterior lamps ...

Page 183: ...ain to return it to the extended position so that the dome lamps come on when a door is opened Reading Lamps Press the button near each lamp to turn them on or off Lighting Features Entry Lighting For vehicles with courtesy lamps they come on and stay on for a set time whenever the unlock symbol is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter if the vehicle has one If a door is opened the l...

Page 184: ... lighting to work When the key is removed interior illumination activates and remains on until one of the following occurs The ignition is in ON RUN The power door locks are activated An illumination period of 20 seconds has elapsed If during the illumination period a door is opened the timed illumination period will be canceled and the interior lamps will remain on because a door is open Parade D...

Page 185: ...cessories Normally these actions occur in steps or levels without being noticeable In rare cases at the highest levels of corrective action this action may be noticeable to the driver If so a Driver Information Center DIC message might be displayed such as BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE BATTERY VOLTAGE LOW or LOW BATTERY If one of these messages displays it is recommended that the driver reduce the electric...

Page 186: ...6 8 Lighting 2 NOTES ...

Page 187: ...Audio RSA System 7 46 Phone Bluetooth 7 48 Introduction Read the following pages to become familiar with the audio system s features WARNING Taking your eyes off the road for extended periods could cause a crash resulting in injury or death to you or others Do not give extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving This system provides access to many audio and non audio listings To minimi...

Page 188: ...wer RAP on page 9 16 for more information Navigation Radio System For vehicles with a navigation radio system see the separate Navigation System manual Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft 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 Operation Radio with ...

Page 189: ...e has a Rear Seat Entertainment RSE system it has a CD DVD and USB radio See Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System on page 7 37 for more information on the vehicle s RSE system The DVD player is the top slot on the radio faceplate The player is capable of reading the DTS programmed DVD Audio or DVD Video media DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems Inc Manuf...

Page 190: ... 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 or WMA song If information is available during XM CD MP3 or WMA playback the song title information displays on the top line of the display and artist information displays on the bottom line When information is not available NO INFO is displaye...

Page 191: ...y 10 seconds Each higher setting allows for more radio volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Setting the Tone Bass Midrange Treble BASS MID TREB Bass Midrange or Treble To adjust bass midrange or treble 1 Press f until the tone control tabs display 2 Continue pressing f to highlight the tab or press the softkey under the tab 3 To adjust the highlighted setting do one of the following until ...

Page 192: ...ise Press FWD or s REV To quickly adjust balance or fade to the middle position press the softkey under the BAL or FADE tab for more than two seconds A beep sounds and the level adjusts to the middle position To quickly adjust all speaker and tone controls to the middle position press f for more than two seconds until a beep sounds Radios with CD and DVD fade differently depending on the DVD Media...

Page 193: ... 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 radio station Finding a St...

Page 194: ...e station 3 Press and hold one of the six softkeys until a beep sounds When that softkey is pressed and released the station that was set returns 4 Repeat the steps for each radio station to be stored as a favorite To setup the number of favorites pages 1 Press MENU to display the radio setup menu 2 Press the softkey below the FAV 1 6 tab 3 Select the desired number of favorites pages by pressing ...

Page 195: ...ncy displays 2 Press CAT to display the category tabs 3 Continue pressing CAT until the desired category name displays Radios with CD and DVD can also navigate the category list by pressing s REV or FWD 4 Press either of the two buttons below the desired category tab to immediately tune to the first XM station associated with that category 5 To go to the next or previous XM station within the sele...

Page 196: ...tton FAV button Press to go through up to six pages of favorites each having six favorite stations available per page Each page of favorites can contain any combination of AM FM or XM stations The balance fade and tone settings that were previously adjusted are stored with the favorite stations To store a station as a favorite 1 Tune to the desired radio station 2 Press FAV to display the page to ...

Page 197: ...ssigned Tune to another station If this station was one of the presets choose another station for that preset button No Artist Info No artist information is available at this time on this channel The system is working properly No Title Info No song title information is available at this time on this channel The system is working properly No CAT Info No category information is available at this tim...

Page 198: ...ange for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other For better radio reception most AM radio stations boost the power levels during the day and then reduce these levels during the night Static can also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try reduci...

Page 199: ...ess and release to eject the disc that is currently playing A beep sounds and Ejecting Disc displays Once the disc is ejected Remove Disc displays The disc can be removed If the disc is not removed after several seconds the disc automatically pulls back into the player f Tune Turn to select tracks on the CD that is currently playing SEEK Press to go to the start of the current track if more than t...

Page 200: ...sc If the surface of a CD is damaged such as cracked broken or scratched the CD does not play properly or not at all Do not touch the bottom side of a CD while handling it this could damage the surface Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge If the surface of a CD is soiled take a soft lint free cloth or dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral deterge...

Page 201: ...the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer retailer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer retailer when reporting the problem CD DVD Player Playing a CD In Either the DVD or CD Slot Insert a CD partway into the slot label ...

Page 202: ...the start of the current track if the track has played more than five seconds If the track has played less than five seconds the previous track will play Press to go to the next track If either arrow is held or pressed multiple times the player continues moving backward or forward through the tracks on the CD s REV Fast Reverse Press and hold to reverse playback quickly within a track Sound will b...

Page 203: ...n or Audio Video A V Jacks under Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System on page 7 37 for more information Care of CDs and DVDs If playing a CD R the sound quality can be reduced due to CD R or CD RW quality the method of recording the quality of the music that has been recorded and the way the CD R or CD RW has been handled Handle them carefully Store CD R s or CD RW s in their original cases or other...

Page 204: ...ront Auxiliary Jack or Rear Auxiliary Jack Press O to turn the radio on The radio can be heard through all of the vehicle speakers Front seat passengers can listen to the radio AM FM or XM by pressing BAND or DVD CD AUX to select the CD slot DVD slot front or rear auxiliary input if available If a playback device is plugged into the radio s front auxiliary input jack or the rear auxiliary jack the...

Page 205: ...er The DVD player can be controlled by the buttons on the remote control the RSA system or by the buttons on the radio faceplate See Remote Control under Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System on page 7 37 and Rear Seat Audio RSA System on page 7 46 for more information The DVD player is only compatible with DVDs of the appropriate region code that is printed on the jacket of most DVDs The DVD slot of...

Page 206: ...views Z Eject Press to eject a DVD If the DVD is ejected but not removed the player automatically pulls it back in after 15 seconds If loading and reading of a DVD cannot be completed because of an unknown format etc and the disc fails to eject press and hold for more than five seconds to force the disc to eject DVD V Video Display Buttons Once a DVD V is inserted the radio display menu shows seve...

Page 207: ...s active DVD A Audio Display Buttons Once a DVD A is inserted the radio display menu shows several icons Press the softkeys under any icon during DVD playback See the icon list below for more information The rear seat operator can navigate the DVD A menus and controls through the remote control See Remote Control under Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System on page 7 37 for more information The Video ...

Page 208: ...dio head is sourced to something other than DVD V press the DVD CD AUX button to make DVD V the active source To resume DVD playback do one of the following Press r j on the remote control Press the softkey under the play pause icon displayed on the radio The DVD should resume play from where it last stopped if the disc has not been ejected and the stop button has not been pressed twice on the rem...

Page 209: ...s can be recorded with the following fixed bit rates 32 kbps 40 kbps 56 kbps 64 kbps 80 kbps 96 kbps 112 kbps 128 kbps 160 kbps 192 kbps 224 kbps 256 kbps and 320 kbps or a variable bit rate 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 Audio or Mixed Mode Discs The radio can play discs that...

Page 210: ...to the next folder that contains files Order of Play Compressed audio files are accessed in the following order Playlists Px Files stored in the root directory Files stored in folders in the root directory Tracks are played in the following order Play begins from the first track in the first playlist and continues sequentially through all tracks in each playlist When the last track of the last pla...

Page 211: ...ss to go to the next track Press and hold or press multiple times to continue moving forward through tracks s REV Reverse Press and hold to reverse playback quickly Sound is heard at a reduced volume 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 fil...

Page 212: ...on the CD and begins 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 in the center console To connect an iPod connect one end of the...

Page 213: ... 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 function if it is currently displayed 2 Press th...

Page 214: ... files 1 Press the softkey below h 2 Turn f to scroll through the list of menus 3 Press f to select the menu 4 Turn f to scroll through the folders or files in the selected menu 5 Press f to select the file to be played To skip through large lists the five softkeys can be used to navigate in the following order First softkey first item in the list Second softkey 1 through the list each time the so...

Page 215: ... files that are stored on a USB storage device as well as AAC files that are stored on an iPod Compressed Audio or Mixed Mode Discs The radio plays discs that contain both uncompressed CD audio and MP3 WMA files depending on which slot the disc is loaded into The DVD Player only reads uncompressed audio and ignores MP3 WMA files on a mixed mode disc The CD Player reads both uncompressed audio and ...

Page 216: ...ontain files are skipped and the player advances to the next folder that contains files No Folder When the disc contains only compressed files the files are located under the root folder The next and previous folder function does not function on a disc that was recorded without folders or playlists When displaying the name of the folder the radio displays ROOT When the disc contains only playlists...

Page 217: ...es longer than 32 characters or four pages are shortened Parts of words on the last page of text and the extension of the filename does not display Preprogrammed Playlists Preprogrammed playlists that were created using WinAmp MusicMatch or Real Jukebox software can be accessed however they cannot be edited using the radio These playlists are treated as special folders containing compressed audio ...

Page 218: ... depending on the number of files on the disc The radio may begin playing while it is scanning in the background When the scan is finished the disc begins playing files in order by artist The current artist playing is shown on the second line of the display Once all songs by that artist are played the player moves to the next artist in alphabetical order and begins playing files by that artist To ...

Page 219: ... not supported it can still be used by connecting it to the Auxiliary Input Jack using a standard 3 5 mm 1 8 in stereo cable See Using the Auxiliary Input Jack earlier for more information Using the Radio to Control a USB Storage Device or iPod The radio can control a USB storage device or an iPod using the radio buttons and knobs and display song information on the radio s display f Tune Turn to ...

Page 220: ...n display screen on an iPod or the root directory on a USB storage device c Folder View Press the softkey below c to view the contents of the current folder on the USB drive To browse and select files 1 Press the softkey below c 2 Turn f to scroll through the list of folders 3 Press f to select the folder If there is more than one folder repeat Steps 1 and 2 until the folder is reached 4 Turn f to...

Page 221: ...the softkey is pressed Fifth softkey end of the list Repeat Functionality To use Repeat Press the softkey below or to select between Repeat All and Repeat Track Repeat All Press the softkey below to repeat all tracks The tab appears lowered when Repeat All is being used This is the default mode when a USB storage device or iPod is first connected Repeat Track Press the softkey below to repeat one ...

Page 222: ...ockwise to increase or decrease the volume of the portable player Additional volume adjustments might have to be made from the portable device if the volume is not loud or soft enough BAND Press to listen to the radio when a portable audio device is playing The portable audio device continues playing so you might want to stop it or turn it off CD AUX CD Auxiliary Press to select between CD or Auxi...

Page 223: ... control a USB storage device or an iPod USB Supported Devices USB Flash Drives Portable USB Hard Drives Fifth generation or later iPod iPod nanos iPod touch iPod classic Not all iPods and USB Drives are compatible with the USB port Make sure the iPod has the latest firmware from Apple for proper operation iPod firmware can be updated using the latest iTunes application See www apple com itunes Fo...

Page 224: ...io is turned back on Parental Control is unlocked Headphones The RSE includes two 2 channel wireless headphones that are dedicated to this system Channel 1 is dedicated to the video screen while Channel 2 is dedicated to RSA selections These headphones are used to listen to media such as CDs DVDs MP3 WMAs DVD As radio any auxiliary source connected to A V jacks or the auxiliary input jack if the v...

Page 225: ...t sunlight This could damage the headphones and repairs will not be covered by the warranty Storage in extreme cold can weaken the batteries Keep the headphones stored in a cool dry place If the foam ear pads attached to the headphones become worn or damaged the pads can be replaced separately from the headphone set See your dealer retailer for more information Headphones should be stored in the f...

Page 226: ... A V jacks and turn both the auxiliary device and the video screen power on If the video screen is in the DVD player mode pressing the AUX auxiliary button on the remote control switches the video screen from the DVD player mode to the auxiliary device The radio can listen to the audio of the connected auxiliary device by sourcing to auxiliary See Auxiliary Devices on page 7 36 for more informatio...

Page 227: ... its locked position To use the video screen 1 Push the release button located on the overhead console 2 Move the screen to the desired position If a DVD is playing and the screen is raised to its locked position the screen remains on this is normal and the DVD continues to play through the previous audio source Press P on the remote control or eject the disc to turn off the screen The infrared re...

Page 228: ...ng a selection press the enter button This button only operates when using a DVD n q p o Menu Navigation Arrows Use the arrow buttons to navigate through a menu r Enter Press to select the choice that is highlighted in any menu z Display Menu Press to adjust the brightness screen display mode normal full or zoom and display the language menu q Return Press to exit the current active menu and retur...

Page 229: ...he format and content of this function vary for each disc Subtitles Press to turn ON OFF subtitles and to move through subtitle options when a DVD is playing The format and content of this function vary for each disc AUX Auxiliary Press to switch the system between the DVD player and an auxiliary source d Camera Press to change camera angles on DVDs that have this feature when a DVD is playing The...

Page 230: ...hooting Chart Problem Recommended Action No power The ignition might not be turned ON RUN or in ACC ACCESSORY The picture does not fill the screen There are black borders on the top and bottom or on both sides or it looks stretched out Check the display mode settings in the setup menu by pressing the display menu button on the remote control In auxiliary mode the picture moves or scrolls Check the...

Page 231: ...ce from cellular telephone towers or by using a cellular telephone in the vehicle Check that the headphones are on correctly using the L left and R right on the headphones I lost the remote and or the headphones See your dealer retailer for assistance The DVD is playing but there is no picture or sound Check that the RSE video screen is sourced to the DVD player DVD Display Error Messages The DVD ...

Page 232: ... sources the front seat passengers are not listening to except on some radios where dual control is allowed For example rear seat passengers can control a CD and listen to it through the headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers The rear seat passengers have control of the volume for each set of headphones The RSA functions operate even when the main radio is off ...

Page 233: ... listening to the radio Press and hold or until the display flashes to tune to an individual station The display stops flashing after the buttons have not been pushed for more than two seconds This function is inactive with some radios if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio While listening to a disc press to go to the next track or chapter on the disc Press to go back to the start...

Page 234: ...ne Bluetooth Vehicles with a Bluetooth system can use a Bluetooth capable cell phone with a Hands Free Profile to make and receive phone calls The system can be used while the key is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY position The range of the Bluetooth system can be up to 9 1 m 30 ft Not all phones support all functions and not all phones are guaranteed to work with the in vehicle Bluetooth system See gm...

Page 235: ...phone manufacturers user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the cell phone If a Bluetooth phone is not connected calls will be made using OnStar Hands Free Calling if available Refer to the OnStar owner s guide for more information Pairing Information Up to five cell phones can be paired to the in vehicle Bluetooth system The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is moving The in ...

Page 236: ... responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Bluetooth The system responds with Bluetooth ready followed by a tone 3 Say List The system lists all the paired Bluetooth devices If a phone is connected to the vehicle the system will say Is connected after the connected phone Deleting a Paired Phone 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Bluetoot...

Page 237: ... The system responds with Store number please followed by a tone 3 Say the complete phone number to be stored at once with no pauses If the system recognizes the number it responds with OK Storing and repeats the phone number If the system is unsure it recognizes the phone number it responds with Store and repeats the number followed by Please say yes or no If the number is correct say Yes If the ...

Page 238: ...e The system 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 sounds correct say Yes and the name tag is stored After the number is stored the system returns to the main menu Us...

Page 239: ...te all name tags command deletes all stored phone book name tags and route name tags for OnStar if present To use the delete all name tags command 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Delete all name tags The system responds with You are about to delete all name tags stored in your phone directory and your route destination directory Are you ...

Page 240: ...ing phone name please say the first digit to dial followed by a tone 3 Say the digit to be dialed one at a time Following each digit the system will repeat back the digit it heard followed by a tone 4 Continue entering digits until the number to be dialed is complete After the whole number has been entered say Dial The system responds with OK Dialing and dials the number If an unwanted number is r...

Page 241: ...owed by a tone 2 After the tone say Re dial The system responds with Re dial using phone name and dials the last number called from the connected Bluetooth phone Once connected the person called will be heard through the audio speakers Receiving a Call When an incoming call is received the audio system mutes and a ring tone is heard in the vehicle Press b g and begin speaking to answer the call Pr...

Page 242: ...m responds with Call muted To Cancel Mute 1 Press b g The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 After the tone say Mute Call The system responds with Resuming call Transferring a Call Audio can be transferred between the in vehicle Bluetooth system and the cell phone To Transfer Audio to the Cell Phone During a call with the audio in the vehicle 1 Press b g The system responds with Ready...

Page 243: ...me tags during a call This is used when calling a menu driven phone system Account numbers can be programmed into the phonebook for retrieval during menu driven calls Sending a Number During a Call 1 Press b g The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Dial The system responds with Say a number to send tones followed by a tone 3 Say the number to send If the system clearly recognizes ...

Page 244: ... the call continues Clearing the System Unless information is deleted out of the in vehicle Bluetooth system it will be retained indefinitely This includes all saved name tags in the phonebook and phone pairing information For information on how to delete this information see the above sections on Deleting a Paired Phone and Deleting Name Tags Other Information The Bluetooth word mark and logos ar...

Page 245: ...nts Air Vents 8 12 Climate Control Systems The heating cooling and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this system A Fan Control B Temperature Control C Air Delivery Mode Control D Air Conditioning E REAR Rear Climate Control F Recirculation G Rear Window Defogger 9 Off Turn the fan control all the way counterclockwise to turn the front climate control system off 9 Fan Control Turn c...

Page 246: ...itioning unless the outside temperature is less than 4 C 40 F Recirculation cannot be selected while in the defog mode Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear 0 Defrost This clears the windshield of fog or frost more quickly Air is directed to the windshield and side window vents with some to the floor vents In this mode outside air is pulled inside the vehicle Recirculation canno...

Page 247: ... the outside air temperature is less than 4 C 40 F While in recirculation mode the windows can fog when the weather is cold and damp To clear the fog select either the defog or defrost mode and increase the fan speed REAR Rear Climate Control Press to turn the rear heating and air conditioning on or off See Rear Climate Control System Rear Climate Control Only on page 8 10 or Rear Climate Control ...

Page 248: ...enger Side Temperature Control Display Function Each time the temperature mode or fan control buttons are pressed the climate control display shows that function along with the inside temperature setting The outside temperature is displayed on the instrument panel cluster O On Off Press to turn the climate control system on or off While the system is off outside air still enters through the floor ...

Page 249: ...h a 22 C 73 F temperature setting and allow about 20 minutes for the system to regulate Use the driver s side or passenger side temperature buttons to adjust the temperature setting as necessary The system will remain at the selected setting Choosing the warmest or coolest temperatures does not cause the vehicle to heat or cool more quickly To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather the system dela...

Page 250: ...he AUTO button indicator light turns off H G Air Delivery Mode Control Press to change the direction of the airflow in the vehicle Repeatedly press H or G until the desired mode appears on the display Pressing a mode button while the system is off changes the air delivery mode without turning the system on Press a mode button while in automatic control to place the system into manual control The a...

Page 251: ...es three times to show that the passenger climate control system cannot be activated If the passenger temperature buttons are adjusted while in defrost mode the driver temperature indicator will change The passenger temperature will not be displayed When returning to bi level vent or floor mode the previous temperature settings displays in place of any change made while in defrost mode Air Conditi...

Page 252: ...he weather is cold and damp To clear the fog select either the defog or defrost mode and increase the fan speed REAR Press to turn the rear heating and air conditioning on or off See Rear Climate Control System Rear Climate Control Only on page 8 10 or Rear Climate Control System Rear Climate with Rear Seat Audio on page 8 11 Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to rem...

Page 253: ...terior temperature sensor located behind the front grille This sensor reads the outside air temperature and helps maintain the temperature inside the vehicle Any cover on the front of the vehicle could cause a false reading in the displayed temperature The climate control system uses the information from these sensors to maintain comfort settings by adjusting the temperature fan speed and the air ...

Page 254: ...o the front climate control settings It comes on when REAR is pressed Independent Mode This mode directs rear seating airflow according to the settings of the rear controls It comes on when any rear control is adjusted Fan Control Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed Turn the knob to 9 to turn the fan off Temperature Control Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to...

Page 255: ...icator comes on when the rear system is on The system can also be turned off by pressing and holding the C button Mimic Mode This mode matches the rear climate control to the front climate control settings It comes on when REAR is pressed Independent Mode This mode directs rear seating airflow according to the settings of the rear controls It comes on when any rear control is adjusted D C Fan Cont...

Page 256: ...change the direction of the air flow Use the thumbwheel near the outlet to control the amount of air flow or to shut off the airflow Keep all outlets open whenever possible for best system performance Operation Tips Clear away any ice snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that can block the flow of air into the vehicle Use of non GM approved hood deflectors can adversely...

Page 257: ...Exhaust 9 21 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 21 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 22 Manual Mode 9 24 Tow Haul Mode 9 24 Drive Systems All Wheel Drive 9 25 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 9 25 Parking Brake 9 26 Brake Assist 9 27 Ride Control Systems StabiliTrak System 9 27 Cruise Control Cruise Control 9 30 Object Detection Systems Ultrasonic Parking Assist 9 32 Rear Vision Came...

Page 258: ...lcohol 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 drinking and driving is a global tragedy Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle judgment muscular coordinati...

Page 259: ...Average reaction time is about three fourths of a second But that is only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in three fourths of a second a vehicle moving at 100 km h 60 mph travels 20 m 66 ft That could be a lot o...

Page 260: ...curve depends on the condition of the tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and vehicle speed While in a curve speed is the one factor that can be controlled If there is a need to reduce speed do it before entering the curve while the front wheels are straight Try to adjust the speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerat...

Page 261: ... should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that the vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement Turn the steering wheel 8 to 13 cm 3 to 5 inches about one eighth turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge Then turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what...

Page 262: ...hicle speed by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You might not realize the surface is slippery until the vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any Antilock Brake System ABS helps avoid only the braking skid Driving on ...

Page 263: ...s Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving If you become tired or sleepy find a safe place to park your vehicle and rest Other driving tips include Keep the vehicle well ventilated Keep interior temperature cool Keep your eyes moving scan the road ahead and to the sides Check the rearview mirror and vehicle instruments often Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hill...

Page 264: ... Wet ice can occur at about 0 C 32 F when freezing rain begins to fall resulting in even less traction Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treated with salt or sand Drive with caution whatever the condition Accelerate gently so traction is not lost Accelerating too quickly causes the wheels to spin and makes the surface under the tires slick so there is even less tracti...

Page 265: ...ches 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 Control System in the Index Continued WARNING Continued For more information about carbon monoxide see Engine Ex...

Page 266: ...ph as shown on the speedometer For information about using tire chains on the vehicle see Tire Chains on page 10 55 Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels Turn off any traction or stability system Shift back and forth between R Reverse and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible To prevent transmission wea...

Page 267: ...he driver s door open you will find the label attached below the door lock post striker The tire and loading information label shows the number of occupant seating positions A and the maximum vehicle capacity weight B in kilograms and pounds The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the size of the original equipment tires C and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures D For more info...

Page 268: ... of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determi...

Page 269: ...ilable Cargo Weight 0 kg 0 lbs Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Tire Label Label Example A vehicle specific Certification Tire label is attached to the rear edge of the d...

Page 270: ...k and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of the vehicle Notice Overloading the vehicle may cause damage Repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not overload the vehicle If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle ...

Page 271: ...ng hard stops for the first 322 km 200 miles 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 Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9 44 for the trailer towing capabilities of your veh...

Page 272: ...on can be used to operate the electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel warning and indicator lights The switch stays in this position when the engine is running The transmission is also unlocked in this position If you leave the key in the ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN position with the engine off the battery could be drained You may not be able to start the vehicle if the battery is ...

Page 273: ...s cranking the engine will continue cranking for a few seconds or until the vehicle starts If the engine does not start and the key is held in START cranking will be stopped after 15 seconds to prevent cranking motor damage To prevent gear damage this system also prevents cranking if the engine is already running Engine cranking can be stopped by turning the ignition switch to the ACC ACCESSORY or...

Page 274: ...odels may have an internal thermostat in the cord which will prevent engine coolant heater operation at temperatures above 0 F 18 C To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord The cord is located on the driver side of the engine compartment It is routed around the windshield washer fluid reservoir 3 Plug the cord into a normal grounded 110 ...

Page 275: ...g 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 running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Do not leave the vehicle with the engine running If you have to leave the vehicle with the engine running be sure the vehicle is in P Park and the parking brake is firm...

Page 276: ...s an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage try charging or jump starting the battery See Jump Starting on page 10 78 for more information To shift out of P Park 1 Apply the brake pedal 2 Press the shift lever button 3 Move the shift lever to the desired position If you still are unable to shift out of P Park 1 Fully release the shift lever button 2 While holding down the brake pedal pres...

Page 277: ...ns that are not completely sealed If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the vehicle Drive it only with the windows completely down Have the vehicle repaired immediately Never park the vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed area such as a garage or a building that has no fresh air ventilation Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not to park...

Page 278: ...racteristics and Towing Tips on page 9 44 Automatic Transmission The automatic transmission has a shift lever located on the console between the seats P Park This position locks the front wheels It is the best position to use when starting the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily WARNING It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking b...

Page 279: ...t the engine when the vehicle is already moving use N Neutral only Also use N Neutral when the vehicle is being towed WARNING Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Do not shift into a drive gear while the engine is running at...

Page 280: ...r more information The number displayed in the DIC is the highest gear that the transmission will be allowed to operate in This means that all gears below that number are available For example when 4 Fourth is shown next to the L 1 First through 4 Fourth gears are automatically shifted by the vehicle The transmission will not shift into 5 Fifth until the Plus button is used or you shift back into ...

Page 281: ...c Transmission on page 9 22 Drive Systems All Wheel Drive With this feature engine power is always sent to all four wheels It is fully automatic and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions When using a compact spare tire on an AWD vehicle the system automatically detects the compact spare and disables AWD To restore AWD operation and prevent excessive wear on system replace the compact spare ...

Page 282: ... a foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you there will not be enough time to apply the brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even with ABS Using ABS Do not pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let ABS work The ABS pump or motor might be heard operating ...

Page 283: ... pedal in an attempt to quickly stop or slow down the vehicle The stability system hydraulic brake control module increases brake pressure at each corner of the vehicle until the ABS activates Minor brake pedal pulsations or pedal movement during this time is normal and the driver should continue to apply the brake pedal as the driving situation dictates The Brake Assist feature will automatically...

Page 284: ...ssing and releasing the traction control disable button Traction control can be turned on by pressing and releasing the traction control disable button if not automatically shut off for any other reason When the traction control system is turned off the StabiliTrak light and the appropriate traction control off message will be displayed on the DIC to warn the driver The vehicle will still have bra...

Page 285: ...l s of one axle is allowed to spin excessively while the StabiliTrak ABS and brake warning lights and any relevant DIC messages are displayed the transfer case could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Reduce engine power and do not spin the wheel s excessively while these lights and messages are displayed The traction control system may activate on dry or rough roa...

Page 286: ...ire traction can cause excessive wheel slip and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads The cruise control buttons are located on left side of the steering wheel T On Off Press to turn cruise control on and off The indicator comes on when cruise control is on RES Resume Accelerate Press to make the vehicle accelerate or resume to a previously set speed SET Press to set t...

Page 287: ...ed and stays there Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to increase the vehicle speed while using cruise control Press and hold the RES button on the steering wheel until the desired speed is reached then release it To increase vehicle speed in small increments press the RES button briefly Each time this is done the vehicle goes about 1 6 km h 1 mph faster Reducing Speed ...

Page 288: ...ned off Object Detection Systems Ultrasonic Parking Assist For vehicles with the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA system it operates at speeds less than 8 km h 5 mph and assists the driver with parking and avoiding objects while in R Reverse The sensors on the rear bumper are used to detect the distance to an object up to 2 5 m 8 ft behind the vehicle and at least 25 4 cm 10 in off the ground W...

Page 289: ...tem Does Not Seem to Work Properly If the URPA system does not activate due to a temporary condition the message PARK ASSIST OFF displays on the DIC when the shift lever is moved into R Reverse This may occur under the following conditions The driver disables the system The ultrasonic sensors are not clean Keep the vehicle s rear bumper free of mud dirt snow ice and slush For cleaning instructions...

Page 290: ...ough the vehicle has the RVC system always check carefully before backing up by checking behind and around the vehicle Vehicles Without Navigation System The rear vision camera system is designed to help the driver when backing up by displaying a view of the area behind the vehicle When the key is in the ON RUN position and the driver shifts the vehicle into R Reverse the video image automatically...

Page 291: ...tton 3 Select the Rear Camera Options screen button The Rear Camera Options screen displays 4 Select the Video screen button When the Video screen button is highlighted the RVC system is on The delay that is received after shifting out of R Reverse is approximately 10 seconds The delay can be cancelled by performing one of the following Pressing a hard key on the navigation system Shifting in to P...

Page 292: ...ol may cover the object when viewing the navigation screen To turn the symbols on or off 1 Make sure that URPA has not been disabled 2 Shift into P Park 3 Press the MENU hard key to enter the configure menu options then press the MENU hard key repeatedly until Display is selected or touch the Display screen button 4 Select the Rear Camera Options screen button The Rear Camera Options screen will d...

Page 293: ...tion shows the field of view that the camera provides A View displayed by the camera B Corner of the rear bumper When the System Does Not Seem To Work Properly The rear vision camera system might not work properly or display a clear image if The RVC is turned off See Turning the Rear Camera System On or Off earlier in this section It is dark The sun or the beam of headlights is shining directly in...

Page 294: ... flash conditions are used to protect the video device from high temperature conditions Once conditions return to normal the device will reset and the green indicator will stop flashing During any of these 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 th...

Page 295: ... We recommend against the use of gasolines containing MMT See Fuel Additives on page 9 40 for additional information California Fuel Requirements If the vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications See the underhood emission control label If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions stand...

Page 296: ...asoline that is 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 the auto companies A list of marketers providing TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline can be found at www toptiergas com For customers who do not use TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly one bottle of GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS added ...

Page 297: ...l vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries To help avoid injuries to you and others read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island Turn off the engine when refueling Do not smoke near fuel or when refueling the vehicle Do not use cellular phones Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not Continued WARNING Continued leave the fuel pump unattende...

Page 298: ...ping before removing the nozzle Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Exterior Care on page 10 86 When replacing the fuel cap turn it clockwise until it clicks Make sure the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on p...

Page 299: ... fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping fuel Do not use a cellular phone while pumping fuel Towing General Towing Information Only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle Contact your dealer retailer or towing retailer for assistance with prepari...

Page 300: ... Trailering changes handling acceleration braking durability and fuel economy With the added weight the engine transmission wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder and under greater loads The trailer also adds wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements For safe trailering correctly use the proper trailering equipment The following information has important trailering tips and...

Page 301: ...a Stability Control System When towing the sound of the stability control system might be heard The system is reacting to the vehicle movement caused by the trailer which mainly occurs during cornering This is normal when towing heavier trailers Tow Haul Mode Tow Haul assists when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load The purpose of the Tow Haul mode is to Reduce the frequency and impro...

Page 302: ...ire heavy braking and sudden turns Passing More passing distance is needed when towing a trailer Because the rig is longer it is necessary to go farther beyond the passed vehicle before returning to the lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand To move the trailer to the left move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always ba...

Page 303: ...hile parked preferably on level ground with the transmission in P Park for a few minutes before turning the engine off If the overheat warning comes on see Engine Overheating on page 10 18 On a long uphill grade shift down and reduce the vehicle speed to around 88 km h 55 mph to reduce the possibility of the engine and the transmission overheating Parking on Hills WARNING Parking the vehicle on a ...

Page 304: ...ll 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 10 18 Trailer Towing 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 s...

Page 305: ... The GCWR for the vehicle should not be exceeded Ask your dealer retailer for our trailering information or advice See Customer Assistance Offices on page 13 3 for more information Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total gross weight of the vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehic...

Page 306: ...and 1 225 kg 2 700 lbs at the rear axle It has a GVWR of 3 266 kg 7 200 lbs a RGAWR of 1 814 kg 4 000 lbs and a GCWR Gross Combination Weight Rating of 6 350 kg 14 000 lbs The trailer rating should be Expect tongue weight to be at least 10 percent of trailer weight 386 kg 850 lbs and because the weight is applied well behind the rear axle the effect on the rear axle is greater than just the weight...

Page 307: ...t The only way to be sure it is not exceeding any of these ratings is to weigh the vehicle and trailer Total Weight on the Vehicle s Tires Inflate the vehicle s tires to the upper limit for cold tires These numbers can be found on the Certification label or see Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10 for more information Do not go over the GVW limit for the vehicle or the GAWR including the weight of the...

Page 308: ...the weight of the trailer Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so they are installed adjusted and maintained properly Because the vehicle has antilock brakes do not try to tap into the vehicle s hydraulic brake system If you do both brake systems will not work well or at all Trailer Wiring Harness Basic Trailer Wiring The trailer wiring harness with a seven pin connec...

Page 309: ... the steering column for the electric trailer brake controller The harness contains the following wires Red Black Power Supply White Brake Switch Signal Gray Illumination Dark Blue Trailer Brake Signal Black Ground The electric trailer brake controller should be installed by your dealer retailer or a qualified service center Conversions and Add Ons Add On Electrical Equipment Notice Do not add any...

Page 310: ...9 54 Driving and Operating 2 NOTES ...

Page 311: ...5 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check 10 25 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 10 25 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 26 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 26 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 10 27 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 10 27 Halogen Bulbs 10 27 Taillamps Turn Signal Sidemarker and Stoplamps 10 28 Replacement Bulbs 10 29 Electrical System High Voltage Devices and Wiring...

Page 312: ...nd Compressor Kit 10 65 Tire Changing 10 66 Secondary Latch System 10 75 Compact Spare Tire 10 77 Jump Starting Jump Starting 10 78 Towing Towing the Vehicle 10 82 Recreational Vehicle Towing 10 82 Appearance Care Exterior Care 10 86 Interior Care 10 89 Floor Mats 10 92 General Information For service and parts needs visit your dealer retailer You will receive genuine GM parts and GM trained and s...

Page 313: ...al handling may be necessary For additional information see www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Accessories and Modifications Adding non dealer non retailer accessories to the vehicle can affect vehicle performance and safety including such things as airbags braking stability ride and handling emissions systems aerodynamics durability and electronic systems like antilock brakes traction con...

Page 314: ...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 confused If the wrong fasteners are used parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If doing some of your own service work use the proper service manual It tel...

Page 315: ...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 filler caps are on properly Pull the hood down to close Lower the hood until the lifting pressure of the strut is reduced Then allow the hood to fall and latch into place under its own weight Check to make sure the hood is closed If the hoo...

Page 316: ...10 6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview ...

Page 317: ...ge 10 8 H Engine Cover on page 10 7 I Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 10 8 J Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick See Checking the Fluid Level under Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10 11 K Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 10 22 L Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 10 12 M Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Wash...

Page 318: ... push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is below the cross hatched area at the tip of the dipstick add at least one quart liter of the recommended oil This section explains what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engi...

Page 319: ...fied 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 Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Cold Temperature Operation If in an area of extreme cold where the temperature falls below 20 ...

Page 320: ...n oil change is necessary for over a year However the engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset Your dealer retailer has trained service people who will perform this work using genuine parts and reset the system It is also important to check the oil regularly and keep it at the proper level If the system is ever reset accidentally the oil ...

Page 321: ...ash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Re...

Page 322: ...mation If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for the location of the engine air cleaner filter How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter away from vehicle to release loose dust and dirt If the filter re...

Page 323: ...0 Reinstall the engine cover See Engine Cover on page 10 7 WARNING Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter o...

Page 324: ...use an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle Notice 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 silicat...

Page 325: ...num 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 vehicle warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Notice If extra inhibitors and or additives are used in the vehicle s cooling system the vehicle...

Page 326: ...ylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine Notice This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure Failure to follow this procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be severely damaged If coolant is needed add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank How to Add Coolant to the Radiator WARNING An electric eng...

Page 327: ... upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one full turn If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left in the system 3 Keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 4 Fill the radiator to the base of the filler neck with the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture 5 When coolant begins to flow out of the filler n...

Page 328: ... may also display an ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE and ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE message in the Driver Information Center DIC See Warning Lights Gages and Indicators on page 5 10 You may decide not to lift the hood when this warning appears but instead get service help right away See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13 6 If you do decide to lift the hood make sure the vehicle is parked on a...

Page 329: ... steam can be seen or heard the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when the vehicle Climbs a long hill on a hot day Stops after high speed driving Idles for long periods in traffic Tows a trailer If the overheat warning is displayed with no sign of steam 1 Turn the air conditioning off 2 Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the highest fan ...

Page 330: ...oil and reset the oil life system See Engine Oil on page 10 8 Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located under the engine cover on the passenger side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for reservoir location When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system...

Page 331: ...FLUID LOW ADD FLUID message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC See Washer Fluid Messages on page 5 39 for more information Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not ...

Page 332: ...proper sequence to torque specifications in Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer retailer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign that brake service might be required Brake Adjustment Every time the brakes are applie...

Page 333: ...ter the brakes will not work well Do not top off the brake fluid Adding fluid does not correct a leak If fluid is added when the linings are worn there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed Add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system WARNING If too much brake fluid is added it can spill on the engine and burn if the engine is ho...

Page 334: ...hicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on the vehicle If you do wash it off immediately Battery Refer to the replacement number on the original battery label when a new battery is needed DANGER Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproduct...

Page 335: ...ehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before starting this check be sure there is enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 9 26 Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition to ON RUN but do not st...

Page 336: ...om the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the P Park mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to P Park Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact your dealer retailer if service is required Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking See Scheduled Maintenan...

Page 337: ...een preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment However if your vehicle is damaged in a crash the headlamp aim may be affected Aim adjustment to the low beam headlamps may be necessary if oncoming drivers flash their high beam headlamps at you for vertical aim If the headlamps need to be re aimed it is recommended that you take the vehicle to your dealer retailer for service Bulb R...

Page 338: ...nience net if the vehicle has one 3 Remove the two taillamp nut covers 4 Remove the two nuts holding the taillamp assembly in place 5 Pull out the taillamp assembly 6 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it straight out to remove it from the taillamp assembly 7 Pull the old bulb straight out of the bulb socket 8 Push the new bulb straight into the bulb socket until it connects ...

Page 339: ...he high voltage systems in your vehicle can only be serviced by technicians with special training High voltage devices are identified by labels Do not remove open take apart or modify these devices High voltage cable or wiring has orange covering Do not probe tamper with cut or modify high voltage cable or wiring Electrical System Overload The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect agai...

Page 340: ... in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating Fuses of the same amperage can be...

Page 341: ... System ABS Motor AFS Adaptive Forward Lighting System AIRBAG Airbag System AUX POWER Auxiliary Power AUX VAC PUMP Auxiliary Vacuum Pump AWD All Wheel Drive System BATT 1 Battery 1 BATT 2 Battery 2 BATT 3 Battery 3 ECM Engine Control Module ECM 1 Engine Control Module 1 EMISSION 1 Emission 1 ...

Page 342: ... Injector Coils PCM IGN Powertrain Control Module Ignition PWR L GATE Power Liftgate PWR OUTLET Power Outlet REAR CAMERA Rear Camera RR APO Rear Accessory Power Outlet RR DEFOG Rear Defogger RR HVAC Rear Climate Control System RT HI BEAM Right High Beam Headlamp RT LO BEAM Right Low Beam Headlamp Fuses Usage RT PRK Right Parking Lamp RT TRLR STOP TRN Trailer Right Stoplamp and Turn Signal RVC SNSR...

Page 343: ...nsity Discharge HID Low Beam Headlamps HORN Horn IGN Ignition Main LT TRLR STOP TRN Trailer Left Stoplamp and Turn Signal Lamp PRK LAMP Park Lamp PWR TRN Powertrain RR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger RT TRLR STOP TRN Trailer Right Stoplamp and Turn Signal Lamp Stop Lamps China Only Stop Lamps China Only Relays Usage TRLR BCK UP Trailer Back up Lamps WPR Windshield Wiper WPR HI Windshield Wiper High Spe...

Page 344: ...y DSPLY Display FRT WSW Front Windshield Washer HTD COOL SEAT Heated Cooling Seats Fuses Usage HVAC Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning INADV PWR LED Inadvertent Power LED INFOTMNT Infotainment LT TRN SIG Driver Side Turn Signal MSM Memory Seat Module PDM Power Mirrors Liftgate Release PWR MODE Power Mode PWR MIR Power Mirrors RDO Radio REAR WPR Rear Wiper RT TRN SIG Passenger Side Turn Signa...

Page 345: ...R WNDW Power Windows Relay PWR COLUMN Power Steering Column Relay L GATE Liftgate Relay LCK Power Lock Relay REAR WSW Rear Window Washer Relay Relays Usage UNLCK Power Unlock Relay DRL2 Daytime Running Lamps 2 Relay LT UNLCK Driver Side Unlock Relay DRL Daytime Running Lamps Relay SPARE Spare FRT WSW Front Windshield Washer Relay ...

Page 346: ...ires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold See Tire Pressure on page 10 42 Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn old tires can cause accidents If ...

Page 347: ... the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture E Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread F Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors treadwear traction and temperature resistance For more infor...

Page 348: ...e Pressure on page 10 42 F Tire Size A combination of letters and numbers define a tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service description The letter T as the first character in the tire size means the tire is for temporary use only G TPC Spec Tire Performance Criteria Specification Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specifica...

Page 349: ...y and Definitions Air Pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in psi pounds per square inch or kPa kilopascal Accessory Weight This means the combined weight of optional accessories Some examples of optional accessories are automatic transmission power steering power brakes power windows power seats and air conditioning ...

Page 350: ...ad Limits on page 9 10 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle Kilopascal kPa The metric unit for air pressure Light Truck LT Metric Tire A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire Max...

Page 351: ... tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead Speed Rating An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called ...

Page 352: ...ding Premature or irregular wear Poor handling Reduced fuel economy If your tires have too much air over inflation you can get the following Unusual wear Poor handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to your vehicle This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tir...

Page 353: ...he inflation pressure is low add air until you reach the recommended amount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Re check the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Pressure Monitor System The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS us...

Page 354: ...e start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale a...

Page 355: ...ting low and need to be inflated to the proper pressure A Tire and Loading Information label attached to your vehicle shows the size of your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressure for your vehicle s tires when they are cold See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10 for an example of the Tire and Loading Information label and its location on your vehicle Also see Tire Pres...

Page 356: ...on 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 performed successfully See your dealer retailer for service Replacement tires or wheels do not match your vehicle s original equipment tires or wheels Tires and wheels other than those recommended for your vehicle cou...

Page 357: ...The horn sounds twice to signal the receiver is in relearn mode and TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message displays on the DIC screen 4 Start with the driver side front tire 5 Remove the valve cap from the valve cap stem Activate the TPMS sensor by increasing or decreasing the tire s air pressure for five seconds or until a horn chirp sounds The horn chirp which may take up to 30 seconds to sound confirms t...

Page 358: ... unusual wear rotate the tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 10 49 and Wheel Replacement on page 10 54 When rotating the vehicle s tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here If the vehicle has a compact spare tire do not include it in the tire rotation After the tires have been rotated ad...

Page 359: ...cle loading and road conditions influence when you need new tires One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which appear when the tires have only 1 6 mm 1 16 inch or less of tread remaining The vehicle needs new tires if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric sho...

Page 360: ... performance GM s TPC Spec number is molded onto the tire s sidewall near the tire size If the tires have an all season tread design the TPC Spec number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 10 36 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 mo...

Page 361: ...ng Information Label See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10 for more information about the Tire and Loading Information Label and its location on your vehicle Different Size Tires and Wheels If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires this could affect the way your vehicle performs including its braking ride and handling characteristics stabilit...

Page 362: ...e tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 25 to 30 cm 10 to 12 inches or to some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating ...

Page 363: ...r tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law It should be noted that the temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in comb...

Page 364: ...nitor System TPMS sensors replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts wheel nuts and TPMS sensors for the vehicle WARNING Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You...

Page 365: ...cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of the vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on the vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions Follow that Continued WARNING Continued manufacturer s instructions ...

Page 366: ...would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible WARNING Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment a...

Page 367: ...main in the vehicle To be certain the vehicle will not move put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side at the opposite end of the vehicle This vehicle may come with a jack and spare tire or a tire sealant and compressor kit To use the jacking equipment to change a spare tire safely follow the instructions below The...

Page 368: ...the tire sealant and compressor kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store the tire sealant and compressor kit in its original location If this vehicle has a tire sealant and compressor kit there may not be a spare tire tire changing equipment and on some vehicles there may not be a ...

Page 369: ...llow the safe handling instructions on the label adhered to the sealant canister Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local dealer retailer See Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister following There is only enough sealant to seal one tire After ...

Page 370: ... and compressor kit during cold temperatures warm the kit in a heated environment for 5 minutes This will help to inflate the tire faster Always do a safety check first See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 56 Do not remove any objects that have penetrated the tire 1 Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage location See Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10 65 ...

Page 371: ...mpressor kit on The compressor will inject sealant and air into the tire The pressure gage C will initially show a high pressure while the compressor pushes the sealant into the tire Once the sealant is completely dispersed into the tire the pressure will quickly drop and start to rise again as the tire inflates with air only 10 Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure using the pres...

Page 372: ...ed label from the sealant canister E and place it in a highly visible location The label is a reminder not to exceed 55 mph 90 km h until the damaged tire is repaired or replaced 17 Return the equipment to its original storage location in the vehicle 18 Immediately drive the vehicle 5 miles 8 km to distribute the sealant in the tire 19 Stop at a safe location and check the tire pressure Refer to S...

Page 373: ... vehicle to an authorized dealer retailer within a 100 miles 161 km of driving to have the tire repaired or replaced Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire Not Punctured To use the air compressor to inflate a tire with air only and not sealant Always do a safety check first See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 56 1 Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from ...

Page 374: ...icle must be running while using the air compressor 8 Turn the selector switch A clockwise to the Air Only position 9 Press the on off B button to turn the compressor on The compressor will inflate the tire with air only 10 Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure using the pressure gage C The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label See T...

Page 375: ...Place the equipment in the original storage location in the vehicle The tire sealant and compressor kit has an accessory adapter located in a compartment on the bottom of its housing that may be used to inflate air mattresses balls etc Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister To remove the sealant canister 1 Unwrap the sealant hose 2 Press the canister release button 3 Pull up and remove t...

Page 376: ...s Tire Changing Removing Tools The tools needed to remove the spare tire are located in the storage compartment on the driver side at the rear of the vehicle 1 Open the jack storage compartment by pulling on the latch tab located toward the rear of the vehicle and pulling the cover off A Tool Bag B Wing Bolt C Jack 2 Remove the wing bolt B by turning it counterclockwise 3 Push the jack C up out of...

Page 377: ...nt Cap Hole D Hoist Shaft E Compact Spare Tire F Retainer G Hoist Shaft Assembly 1 Open the storage compartment door of the convenience center that is nearest the liftgate and remove the cap on the bottom of the storage compartment 2 Open the carpet cutout that is located through the hole of the storage compartment 3 Attach the lug wrench into the hoist shaft 4 Turn the lug wrench counterclockwise...

Page 378: ...ndary latch could be engaged Do the following to check the cable 1 Check under the vehicle to see if the cable is visible 2 If it is not visible see Secondary Latch System on page 10 75 If it is visible first try to tighten the cable by turning the lug wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice You cannot over tighten the cable 3 Loosen the cable by turning the wrench counter...

Page 379: ...vehicle until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced If the vehicle has aluminum wheels remove the wheel nut caps using the wheel wrench 3 Loosen the wheel nuts but do not remove them using the lug wrench For wheels with a wheel lock key use the wheel lock key between the lock nut and lug wrench The key is supplied in the front passenger door pocket Notice If this vehicle has wheel locks and ...

Page 380: ...ly 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 Attach the lug wrench to the jack and turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack head 3 inches 7 6 cm 7 Place the jack under the v...

Page 381: ...re 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 If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 56 WARNING Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose The vehicle s wheel could fall off causing a crash 10 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bo...

Page 382: ...ghten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 for the wheel nut torque specification 14 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown Notice Wheel covers will not fit on your vehicle s compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare the cover or the spare could be damaged Storin...

Page 383: ...hen the compact spare tire is almost in the stored position turn the tire so the valve is toward the rear of the vehicle This position helps when checking the air pressure in the compact spare tire 5 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle Continue turning the lug wrench until you feel more than two clicks This indicates that the compact spare tire is secure and the cable is tigh...

Page 384: ...are tire heat shield C as shown 5 Hook the cable onto the outside portion of the liftgate hinges B 6 Hook the other end of the cable onto the outside portion of the liftgate hinge on the other side of the vehicle 7 Pull on the cable to make sure it is secure 8 Make sure the metal tube is centered at the striker Push the tube toward the front of the vehicle 9 Close the liftgate and make sure it is ...

Page 385: ...s put back on the vehicle When you replace the compact spare with a full size tire reinstall the bolt on wheel covers or the center cap Hand tighten them over the wheel nuts using the lug wrench Secondary Latch System This vehicle has an underbody mounted tire hoist assembly that has a secondary latch system It is designed to stop the compact spare tire from suddenly falling off the vehicle if the...

Page 386: ...tely 6 inches 15 cm of cable is exposed 3 Attach the lug wrench to the jack and raise the jack at least 10 turns 4 Place the jack under the vehicle ahead of the rear bumper Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire 5 Turn the lug wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the secondary latch spring 6 Keep raising the jack until the spare tire stops moving...

Page 387: ...pare tire at a time The compact spare tire if the vehicle has one was fully inflated when the vehicle was new however it can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420 kPa After installing the compact spare on the vehicle stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare tire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65...

Page 388: ...Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you do not follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you Notice Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle that would not be covered by the warranty Trying to start the vehicl...

Page 389: ... radio and all lamps that are not needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save the radio 4 Open the hoods and locate the positive and negative terminal locations on the other vehicle Your vehicle has a remote positive and a remote negative jump starting terminal See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for more information on the terminal locations WARNING Using...

Page 390: ...uld damage the battery and maybe other parts too And do not connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Do not let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remot...

Page 391: ...o 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 cables are connected or removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch e...

Page 392: ...bled vehicle must be towed To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motorhome see Recreational Vehicle Towing following Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing and dolly towing Ding...

Page 393: ...in this section If the vehicle is all wheel drive it can be dinghy towed from the front These vehicles can also be towed by placing them on a platform trailer with all four wheels off of the ground These vehicles cannot be towed using a dolly For vehicles being dinghy towed the vehicle should be run at the beginning of each day and at each RV fuel stop for about five minutes This will ensure prope...

Page 394: ... km h 65 mph while towing the vehicle Once the destination is reached 1 Set the parking brake 2 Reinstall the 50 amp BATT1 fuse to the underhood fuse block 3 Shift the transmission to P Park turn the ignition to LOCK OFF and remove the key from the ignition 4 Disconnect the vehicle from the towing vehicle Notice Do not tow a vehicle with the front drive wheels on the ground if one of the front tir...

Page 395: ... brake 4 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing 5 Remove the key from the ignition 6 Secure the vehicle to the dolly 7 Release the parking brake Towing the Vehicle From the Rear 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 Do not ...

Page 396: ...ride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage the vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fa...

Page 397: ...hes closer than 30 cm 12 inches to the surface of the vehicle Use of power washers exceeding 8 274 kPa 1 200 psi can result in damage or removal of paint and decals Notice Conveyor systems on some automatic car washes could damage the vehicle There may not be enough clearance for the undercarriage Check with the car wash manager before using the automatic car wash Weatherstrips Silicone grease on ...

Page 398: ...vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes could damage the aluminum or chrome plated wheels The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Never drive a vehicle that has aluminum or chrome plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes Windshield and Wiper Blades Clean the outside of the windshield ...

Page 399: ... these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer retailer or an underbody car washing system can do this Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted sur...

Page 400: ...to the vehicle s interior surfaces Never apply heavy pressure or rub aggressively with a cleaning cloth Use of heavy pressure can damage the interior and does not improve the effectiveness of soil removal Use only mild neutral pH soaps Avoid laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with degreasers Using too much soap will leave a residue that leaves streaks and attracts dirt For liquid cleaners abo...

Page 401: ...n be used Allow the leather to dry naturally Do not use heat steam or spot lifters or spot removers or shoe polish on leather Many commercial leather cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect leather may permanently change the appearance and feel of the leather and are not recommended Do not use silicone or wax based products or those containing organic solvents to clean the vehi...

Page 402: ...t has a snap retainer a grommet in the driver side floor mat attaches to a hook on the floor of the vehicle to secure the floor mat To remove the floor mat pull the mat towards the rear of the vehicle until the grommet can be removed from the hook If the floor mat has a knob retainer a grommet in the floor mat attaches to a knob on the floor of the vehicle to secure the floor mat To remove the flo...

Page 403: ...covered by the vehicle warranty Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep the vehicle in good working condition improves fuel economy and reduces vehicle emissions for better air quality Because of all the different ways people use vehicles maintenance needs vary The vehicle might need more frequent checks and services Please read the information under Scheduled Maintenance To keep the vehicle in g...

Page 404: ...ance Replacement Parts on page 11 9 We recommend the use of genuine parts from your dealer retailer Rotation of New Tires To maintain ride handling and performance of the vehicle it is important that the first rotation service for new tires be performed when they have 8 000 to 13 000 km 5 000 to 8 000 miles See Tire Rotation on page 10 48 Scheduled Maintenance When the Change Engine Oil Soon Messa...

Page 405: ...eld washer fluid level check See Washer Fluid on page 10 21 Tire inflation check See Tire Pressure on page 10 42 Tire wear inspection See Tire Inspection on page 10 48 Rotate tires See Tire Rotation on page 10 48 Fluids visual leak check or every 12 months whichever occurs first A leak in any system must be repaired and the fluid level checked Engine air cleaner filter inspection vehicles driven i...

Page 406: ...nt level check See Engine Coolant on page 10 14 Windshield washer fluid level check See Washer Fluid on page 10 21 Once a Month Tire inflation check See Tire Pressure on page 10 42 Tire wear inspection See Tire Inspection on page 10 48 Once a Year See Starter Switch Check on page 10 25 See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check on page 10 25 See Ignition Transmission Lock Check on ...

Page 407: ...ated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case and should be replaced First Engine Oil Change After Every 160 000 km 100 000 Miles Automatic transmission fluid change normal service See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10 11 Spark plug replacement and spark plug wires inspection An Emission Control Service All wheel drive only Transfer case fluid change normal service During any mainte...

Page 408: ...ction Rotate tires Fluids visual leak check Engine air cleaner filter inspection vehicles driven in dusty conditions only Brake system inspection Steering and suspension inspection Engine cooling system inspection Windshield wiper blades inspection Body components lubrication Restraint system components check Automatic transmission fluid level check Engine air cleaner filter inspection vehicles no...

Page 409: ...the proper viscosity for the vehicle s engine see Engine Oil on page 10 8 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 14 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No U S 88862806 in Canada 88862807 Windshield Washer Optikleen Washer Solvent Hydraulic Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 8...

Page 410: ...da 10953474 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 and Rear Folding Seat Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant GM Part No...

Page 411: ...specification can be obtained from your dealer retailer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 15278634 A3083C Engine Oil Filter 89017524 PF48 Spark Plugs 12611882 41 107 Wiper Blades Front Driver 62 5 cm 24 6 in 15254805 Front Passenger 53 0 cm 20 8 in 15254804 Rear 30 0 cm 11 6 in 25920067 ...

Page 412: ... the scheduled services 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 ...

Page 413: ...Service and Maintenance 11 11 Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 414: ...11 12 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 415: ...VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code identifies the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 for the vehicle s engine code Service Parts Identification ...

Page 416: ...rant charge amount see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood See your dealer retailer for more information Cooling System 10 8 L 11 4 qt Engine Oil with Filter 5 2 L 5 5 qt Fuel Tank 83 3 L 22 0 gal Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill 5 0 L 5 3 qt Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y 140 lb ft See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10 11 for information on checking fluid level All capacities ar...

Page 417: ...Technical Data 12 3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 3 6L V6 Engine D Automatic 1 10 mm 0 043 in Engine Drive Belt Routing 3 6L V6 Engine ...

Page 418: ...12 4 Technical Data 2 NOTES ...

Page 419: ...Data Recording and Privacy 13 15 Event Data Recorders 13 15 Navigation System 13 16 Radio Frequency Identification RFID 13 16 Radio Frequency Statement 13 17 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet Normally any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be resolved by the dealer ...

Page 420: ...er if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you can file with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limi...

Page 421: ...urts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call toll free 1 800 207 0685 or call the General Motors Customer Communication Centre 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French or write to The Mediation Arbitration Program c o Customer Communication Centre General Moto...

Page 422: ...al Motors Business Unit Mexico Central America and Caribbean Islands Countries Except Puerto Rico and U S Virgin Islands Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico S de R L de C V Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Reforma 2740 Col Lomas de Bezares C P 11910 Mexico D F 01 800 508 0000 Long Distance 011 52 53 29 0 800 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who ar...

Page 423: ...act Us My GM Canada 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 detai...

Page 424: ...icles call 1 800 268 6800 Service is available 24 hours a day 365 days a year Calling for Assistance When calling Roadside Assistance have the following information ready Your name home address and home telephone number Telephone number of your location Location of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number of the vehicle Odometer reading Vehicle Identification Number VIN and delivery d...

Page 425: ...Public Road or Highway Tow to the nearest Chevrolet dealer for warranty service or if the vehicle was in a crash and cannot be driven Assistance is also given when the vehicle is stuck in the sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Service is provided to change a flat tire with the spare tire The spare tire if equipped must be in good condition and properly inflated It is the owner s responsibility for ...

Page 426: ... Alternative Service If assistance cannot be provided right away the Roadside Assistance advisor may give you permission to get local emergency road service You will receive payment up to 100 after sending the original receipt to Roadside Assistance Mechanical failures may be covered however any cost for parts and labor for repairs not covered by the warranty are the owner responsibility Schedulin...

Page 427: ...ral transportation options Depending on the circumstances your dealer can offer you one of the following Shuttle Service Shuttle service is the preferred means of offering Courtesy Transportation Dealers may provide you with shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule This includes one way or round trip shuttle service within reasonable time and ...

Page 428: ...our dealer for specific 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...

Page 429: ...y that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs Your dealer retailer may have a collision repair center with GM trained technicians and state of the art equipment or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM trained technicians and comparable equipment Insuring Your Vehicle Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverag...

Page 430: ... event that your vehicle requires damage repairs GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair If you have a pre determined repair facility of choice take your vehicle there or have it towed there Specify to the facility that any required replacement collision parts be original equipment parts either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts Remember recycled parts will not be ...

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

Page 432: ...annot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue S E Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov Reporting...

Page 433: ...ing to help the driver control the vehicle These modules may store data to help your dealer retailer technician service your vehicle Some modules may also store data about how you operate the vehicle such as rate of fuel consumption or average speed These modules may also retain the owner s personal preferences such as radio pre sets seat positions and temperature settings Event Data Recorders Thi...

Page 434: ...d with the consent of the lessee in response to an official request of police or similar government office as part of GM s defense of litigation through the discovery process or as required by law Data that GM collects or receives may also be used for GM research needs or may be made available to others for research purposes where a need is shown and the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or v...

Page 435: ...RSS 210 211 of Industry and Science Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 The device may not cause interference 2 The device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to any of these systems by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment ...

Page 436: ...13 18 Customer Information 2 NOTES ...

Page 437: ...g Equipment to the Vehicle 3 45 Passenger Status Indicator 5 15 Readiness Light 5 14 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 44 System Check 3 32 Alarm System Anti Theft 2 13 All Wheel Drive 9 25 AM FM Radio 7 7 Antenna Multi Band 7 13 Anti Theft Alarm System 2 13 Alarm System Messages 5 36 Antilock Brake System ABS 9 25 Warning Light 5 19 Appearance Care Exterior 10 86 Interior 10 89 Armrest Stoarge...

Page 438: ...ision 9 34 Canadian Vehicle Owners iii Capacities and Specifications 12 2 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust 9 21 Liftgate 2 9 Winter Driving 9 8 Cargo Cover 4 3 Management System 4 3 Tie Downs 4 3 Cautions Danger and Warnings iv CD DVD Player 7 15 CD Player 7 13 Center Console Storage 4 1 Chains Tire 10 55 Charging System Light 5 16 Check Engine Lamp 5 16 Ignition Transmission Lock 10 25 Child Restra...

Page 439: ...on 13 13 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 13 1 D Damage Repair Collision 13 10 Danger Warnings and Cautions iv Data Recorders Event 13 15 Daytime Running Lamps Automatic Headlamp System 6 3 Defensive Driving 9 2 Delayed Entry Lighting 6 6 Delayed Exit Lighting 6 6 Delayed Headlamps 6 3 Delayed Locking 2 7 Devices Auxiliary 7 36 Dome Lamps 6 5 Door Ajar Messages 5 32 Delayed Locking 2 7 Locks 2 7 Po...

Page 440: ...uting 12 3 Exhaust 9 21 Overheated Protection Operating Mode 10 20 Overheating 10 18 Power Messages 5 34 Pressure Light 5 21 Running While Parked 9 21 Starting 9 17 Engine Oil Life System 10 10 Messages 5 34 Entry Lighting 6 5 Equipment Towing 9 51 Event Data Recorders 13 15 Extender Safety Belt 3 30 Exterior Lamp Controls 6 1 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 10 12 Flash to Pass 6 2 Flashers Hazard War...

Page 441: ...7 Gasoline Specifications 9 39 General Information Service and Maintenance 11 1 Towing 9 43 Vehicle Care 10 2 Glove Box 4 1 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 13 6 H Halogen Bulbs 10 27 Hazard Warning Flashers 6 3 Head Restraints 3 2 Headlamps Aiming 10 27 Bulb Replacement 10 27 Daytime Running Lamps Automatic Headlamp System 6 3 Delayed 6 3 Flash to Pass 6 2 High Beam On Light 5 22 High Low Beam C...

Page 442: ...r 5 16 Reading 6 5 Lap Shoulder Belt 3 24 LATCH System Replacing Parts After a Crash 3 61 Latch Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 3 55 Liftgate Carbon Monoxide 2 9 Lighting Delayed Entry 6 6 Delayed Exit 6 6 Entry 6 5 Parade Dimming 6 6 Lights Airbag Readiness 5 14 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning 5 19 Charging System 5 16 Cruise Control 5 22 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 5 20 Engine Oi...

Page 443: ...Lock 5 35 Lamp 5 35 Object Detection System 5 35 Ride Control System 5 36 Service Vehicle 5 37 Tire 5 37 Transmission 5 38 Vehicle 5 31 Vehicle Reminder 5 39 Vehicle Speed 5 39 Washer Fluid 5 39 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview 2 19 Blind Spot 2 17 Convex 2 16 Folding 2 17 Heated 2 17 Manual Rearview 2 19 Outlets 5 9 Park Tilt 2 19 Power 2 17 Monitor System Tire Pressure 10 43 MP3 7 23 7 29 Mult...

Page 444: ...irrors 2 17 Protection Battery 6 7 Retained Accessory RAP 9 16 Seat Adjustment 3 4 Steering Fluid 10 20 Windows 2 20 Pregnancy Using Safety Belts 3 30 Privacy Radio Frequency Identification RFID 13 16 Program Courtesy Transportation 13 9 Proposition 65 Warning California 10 3 R Radio Frequency Identification RFID 13 16 Statement 13 17 Radios AM FM Radio 7 7 CD DVD Player 7 15 Reception 7 12 Satell...

Page 445: ...Program 13 6 Roof Sunroof 2 23 Roof Rack System 4 4 Rotation Tires 10 48 Routing Engine Drive Belt 12 3 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 21 S Safety Belts 3 15 Care 3 31 Extender 3 30 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 3 19 Lap Shoulder Belt 3 24 Reminders 5 13 Replacing After a Crash 3 31 Use During Pregnancy 3 30 Safety Defects Reporting Canadian Government 13 14 General Motors 13 15 U S Govern...

Page 446: ...r Light 5 20 Start Vehicle Remote 2 5 Starter Switch Check 10 25 Starting the Engine 9 17 Steering 9 4 Fluid Power 10 20 Wheel Adjustment 5 2 Wheel Controls 5 3 Storage Areas Armrest 4 1 Cargo Cover 4 3 Cargo Management System 4 3 Center Console 4 1 Convenience Net 4 3 Floor Console 4 2 Glove Box 4 1 Instrument Panel 4 1 Roof Rack System 4 4 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 65 Stuck ...

Page 447: ...20 Towing Driving Characteristics 9 44 Equipment 9 51 General Information 9 43 Recreational Vehicle 10 82 Trailer 9 48 Vehicle 10 82 Trailer Towing 9 48 Transmission Automatic 9 22 Fluid Automatic 10 11 Messages 5 38 Transportation Program Courtesy 13 9 Turn and Lane Change Signals 6 4 Turn Signal Bulb Replacement 10 28 U Ultrasonic Parking Assist 9 32 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 52 Universal ...

Page 448: ...and Indicators 5 10 Warnings iv Cautions and Danger iv Hazard Flashers 6 3 Washer Fluid 10 21 Washer Fluid Messages 5 39 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 10 53 Different Size 10 51 Replacement 10 54 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 49 Where to Put the Child Restraint 3 54 Windows 2 20 Power 2 20 Windshield Wiper Washer 5 5 Winter Driving 9 8 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 26 Wipers Rear Washer 5 6 Wi...

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