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Chevrolet Cobalt 2005, Owner'S Manual

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Towing

Recreational Vehicle ..................................... 4-35
Towing a Trailer .................................. 4-37, 4-38
Your Vehicle ............................................... 4-35

Traction

Enhanced Traction System (ETS) .................... 4-8
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)

Warning Light .......................................... 3-28

Transaxle

Fluid, Automatic ........................................... 5-22
Fluid, Manual .............................................. 5-23

Transaxle Operation, Automatic ......................... 2-20
Transaxle Operation, Manual ............................ 2-23
Transmission

Up-Shift Light .............................................. 3-26

Trunk .............................................................. 2-9
Turn and Lane-Change Signals .......................... 3-8
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ........................... 3-7

U

Understanding Radio Reception ........................ 3-75
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ............................ 5-65
Up-Shift Light ................................................. 3-26

V

Vehicle

Control ........................................................ 4-5
Damage Warnings ........................................... iv
Loading ...................................................... 4-30
Parking Your ............................................... 2-28
Symbols ......................................................... iv

Vehicle Data Collection and Event

Data Recorders ............................................. 7-9

Vehicle Identification

Number (VIN) ............................................. 5-89
Service Parts Identification Label ................... 5-89

Vehicle Personalization

DIC ........................................................... 3-40

Ventilation Adjustment ...................................... 3-20
Visors ........................................................... 2-13

W

Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ................ 3-21
Warnings

DIC Warnings and Messages ........................ 3-37
Hazard Warning Flashers ............................... 3-6
Other Warning Devices .................................. 3-6
Safety and Symbols ......................................... iii
Vehicle Damage .............................................. iv

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Summary of Contents for Cobalt 2005

Page 1: ...nd Indicators 3 21 Driver Information Center DIC 3 35 Audio System s 3 45 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 35 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Headlamp Aiming 5 44 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 53 Tires 5 54 Appearance Care 5 81 Vehicle Identification 5 89 Electrical Sys...

Page 2: ...eave this manual in the vehicle Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle If this is done it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle Pictures and word...

Page 3: ...ION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you do not you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Do Not Do Not do this or Do Not let this happen iii ...

Page 4: ...o warning labels on the vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you need help figuring out a specific name of a component gage or indicator reference the f...

Page 5: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle v ...

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...28 Child Restraints 1 29 Older Children 1 29 Infants and Young Children 1 32 Child Restraint Systems 1 35 Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Top Strap 1 39 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 40 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 41 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 43 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 43 Securing a Child Restraint in the ...

Page 8: ...uld startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Your vehicle has manual seats Lift the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place 1 2 ...

Page 9: ...petitively until the seat is at the desired height To lower the seat move the lever downward repetitively until the seat is at the desired height Manual Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature the knob is located on the front of the driver seat lower cushion Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the lumbar support 1 3 ...

Page 10: ...o to the low setting The indicator light will be lit to indicate that the setting is on low Return the switch to the center to turn off the heated seat If your vehicle has been turned off the last heated seat setting will be retained when the vehicle is started again Reclining Seatbacks Your vehicle has reclining seatbacks The lever is located on the outboard side of the seats Lift the lever to re...

Page 11: ...safety belts can not do their job when you are reclined like this The shoulder belt can not 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 can not do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could ...

Page 12: ...ss the button on the side of the head restraint to adjust it Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash 1 6 ...

Page 13: ...e Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked If your vehicle has this feature the front passenger seat can be used to easily get in and out of the rear seat To use the easy entry seat do the following 1 Push down the easy entry seat handle located on the rear of the seatback on the outboard side to release the seatback 2 Tilt the seatback forward completely while pushing the sea...

Page 14: ...n the trunk and pull one or both of the small handles located in the center of the trunk 2 Once the handle is pulled the seatback can be pushed open through the trunk or pulled open from the inside of the vehicle To raise the rear seatback lift it up and push rearward until you hear a click Push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked into place 1 8 ...

Page 15: ...t the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted Safety Belts Safety Belts They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts CAUTION Do not let anyone ride where he or she can not wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you are not wearing a safety belt your...

Page 16: ...e Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3 24 In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here is why They work You never know if you will be in a crash If you do have a crash you do not know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of them...

Page 17: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 1 11 ...

Page 18: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 12 ...

Page 19: ...nel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That is why safety belts make such good sense 1 13 ...

Page 20: ...sions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I am a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an excellent driver but if you are in an accident even one that is not your fault you and your passengers can be hurt Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control such as bad drivers Most accidents occur within 25 miles 40...

Page 21: ...just the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 1 15 ...

Page 22: ...rt tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries...

Page 23: ...oo loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 17 ...

Page 24: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 18 ...

Page 25: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which are not as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 19 ...

Page 26: ... across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 20 ...

Page 27: ...the height that is right for you Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder To move it down push the release button A and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster...

Page 28: ...ont Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 1 15 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all th...

Page 29: ...ck slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it 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 1 28 Make sure the release button on the buckle is p...

Page 30: ...pelvic bones And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the bel...

Page 31: ...ar shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restr...

Page 32: ...t from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip 2 Slide the guide under and past the belt The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 1 26 ...

Page 33: ...on page 1 22 Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Turn the guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed 1 2...

Page 34: ...lacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 58 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will order you an extender It is free 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 ...

Page 35: ...er belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buc...

Page 36: ...e shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults on page 1 25 If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt...

Page 37: ...this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 1 31 ...

Page 38: ...hildren ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints Young children should not use the vehicle s adult safety belts alone unless there is no other choice Instead they need to use a child restraint CAUTION People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A baby does not weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy ...

Page 39: ...d 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 protection that a child restraint system can provide 1 33 ...

Page 40: ...t will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs CAUTION Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and neck T...

Page 41: ...e child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed A a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a ...

Page 42: ...of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields 1 36 ...

Page 43: ...d restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on child restraint in the vehicle and the add on child restraint s harness system holds the child in place within the restraint One system the three point harness has straps that come down over each of the in...

Page 44: ...r than the front seat We therefore recommend that child restraints be secured in a rear seat including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat a child riding in a forward facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here is why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or kill...

Page 45: ...requires that the top strap be anchored do not use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top strap and that the strap be anchored In the United ...

Page 46: ...ry to people and damage to your vehicle attach only one child restraint per bracket Once you have the top strap anchored you will be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Top Strap Anchor Location Each rear seating position has a top strap anchor Do not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger s...

Page 47: ... position This system designed to make installation of child restraints easier does not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead it uses vehicle anchors and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether strap A Lower Anchorage B Lower Anchorage C Top Tether 1 41 ...

Page 48: ...e seat where the seatback meets the seat cushion CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint ...

Page 49: ...ure it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top tether from the top tether anchorage and then disconnect the LATCH attachments from the LATCH anchorages Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 41 See Top Strap on page 1 39 if the child r...

Page 50: ...Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 44 ...

Page 51: ...o the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be re...

Page 52: ...s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child restraint If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the restraint in t...

Page 53: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 47 ...

Page 54: ...child passenger Airbag System Your vehicle has a frontal airbag for the driver and another frontal airbag for the right front passenger Your vehicle may also have roof mounted side impact airbags Roof mounted side impact airbags are available for the driver and the passenger seated directly behind the driver and for the right front passenger and the passenger seated directly behind that passenger ...

Page 55: ... protection in frontal crashes than more forceful airbags have provided in the past The roof mounted side impact airbags CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued are designed to inflate only in moderate to severe crashes where something hits the side of your vehicle They are not designed to inflate in frontal in rollover or in rear crashes Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whe...

Page 56: ...tection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 1 29 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 32 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem ...

Page 57: ...er s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side If your vehicle has a side impact airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver it is located in the ceiling above the side windows 1 51 ...

Page 58: ...injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering And if your vehicle has roof mounted side impact airbags never secure anything to the roof of your vehicle by routing the rope or tiedown through any door or window opening I...

Page 59: ... goes straight into a wall that does not move or deform the threshold level for the reduced deployment is about 12 to 16 mph 19 to 26 km h and the threshold level for a full deployment is about 18 to 24 mph 29 to 38 5 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range Airbags may inflate at different crash speeds For example ...

Page 60: ...t passenger For vehicles with side impact airbags the airbag modules are located in the ceiling of the vehicle near the side windows How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle The air...

Page 61: ...g able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airb...

Page 62: ...iagnostic module which records information after a crash See Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders on page 7 9 Let only qualified technicians work on your airbag system Improper service can mean that your airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Notice If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s airbag or the side impact airbag cove...

Page 63: ...w connectors They are probably part of the airbag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages ar...

Page 64: ...ve LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision If an airbag inflates you will need to replace airbag system parts See the part on the airbag system earlier in this section If the frontal airbags inflate you will also need to replace the driver and front passenger ...

Page 65: ...Starting the Engine 2 18 Engine Coolant Heater 2 19 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 20 Manual Transaxle Operation 2 23 Parking Brake 2 25 Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transaxle 2 26 Shifting Out of Park P Automatic Transaxle 2 28 Parking Your Vehicle 2 28 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 29 Engine Exhaust 2 29 Running the Engine While Parked 2 30 Mirrors 2 31 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 31 Automatic...

Page 66: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 2 ...

Page 67: ...ith an active subscription and you lock your keys inside the vehicle OnStar may be able to send a command to unlock your vehicle See OnStar System on page 2 32 for more information Remote Keyless Entry System If equipped the keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC...

Page 68: ...hold the transmitter higher and try again Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 4 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation If your vehicle has this feature the vehicle s doors can be locked and unlocked and the trunk can b...

Page 69: ...ing break needs to be set for this feature to release the trunk lid L Vehicle Locator Panic Alarm Press this button to locate your vehicle The horn will sound three times and the headlamps and parking lamps will flash three times Press and hold the button for three seconds to sound the panic alarm The horn will sound and the headlamps and parking lamps will flash for 30 seconds Press the button ag...

Page 70: ...ce When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery do the following 1 Insert a flat object with a thin edge into the notch located below the Vehicle Locator Panic Alarm button and pry the front and back apart 2 Remove the old battery but do not use a metal object to do this 3...

Page 71: ...u leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle To lock the driver s door from the outside turn the key clockwise To unlock the door turn the key counterclockwise You can also use the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock and unloc...

Page 72: ...function through the Driver Information Center DIC See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 40 Automatic Door Locks With this feature the doors will automatically lock when the vehicle is shifted out of PARK P for an automatic transaxle or the vehicle speed is greater than 5mph 8km h for a manual transaxle The automatic door locking feature cannot be disabled Programmable Automatic Door Unlock Yo...

Page 73: ...er s door will unlock Be sure to remove the key from the ignition when locking your vehicle The lockout protection can be overridden by pressing and holding the power door lock in the lock position for three seconds Trunk To release the trunklid from the outside use the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide ...

Page 74: ...or ACC the parking brake is engaged or the vehicle speed is less than 2 mph 3 km h Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice Using the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk may damage it Use the emergency trunk release handle only to help you open the trunk lid There is a glow in the dark emergency trunk release handle located on the inside of th...

Page 75: ... 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 Manual Windows If your vehicle has manual windows use the window crank to open and close each window 2 11 ...

Page 76: ...is labeled AUTO Press the front of the switch to the first position and the driver s window will open a small amount Press the switch down fully and the window will go all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering pull the front of the switch Window Lockout The driver s window controls also include a lockout switch Press the right side of the switch to prevent the rear passengers from u...

Page 77: ...following Press the remote keyless entry transmitter lock button Press the power door lock switch while the driver s door is open Turn the driver s door key lock cylinder clockwise The system will arm either thirty seconds after all the doors are closed or sixty seconds with any door open If you press the lock button on the transmitter a second time while all the doors are closed the system will a...

Page 78: ...tivated If the system is armed it can be activated by either Opening the driver s door or trunk This will cause a ten second pre alarm chirp followed by a thirty second full alarm of horn and lights Opening any other door This will immediately cause a full alarm of horn and lights for thirty seconds When an alarm event has finished the system will re arm itself automatically How to Turn Off the Sy...

Page 79: ...if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with fuel is disabled During normal operation the security light will go off approximately three seconds after the key is turned to RUN following an engine start The security light is located on the instrument panel cluster See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3 22 If the...

Page 80: ... a Trailer Manual Transaxle on page 4 37 or Towing a Trailer Automatic Transaxle on page 4 38 for more information Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch you can turn it to four different positions Notice Using a tool to force the key from the ignition switch could cause damage or break the key Use the correct key and turn the key only with your hand Make sure the key is all the wa...

Page 81: ... the RUN position when the engine is running But even when the ignition is not running you can use RUN to operate your electrical accessories and to display some warning and indicator lights START This position starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will return to RUN for normal driving A warning tone will sound if you open the driver s door when the key has n...

Page 82: ...10 minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF Your vehicle s radio will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACC Once the key is turned from RUN to OFF the radio power windows and sunroof will continue to work for up to 10 minutes or until any door is opened Starting the Engine Automatic Transaxle Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine will not start in any other position tha...

Page 83: ...t is cold If the weather is below freezing 32 F or 0 C let the engine run for a few minutes to warm up 3 If your engine still will not start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the...

Page 84: ...ng 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you do not it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outside temperature the kind of oil you h...

Page 85: ...ever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition key is in RUN If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing the shift lever all the way into PARK P or by releasing the shift lever button on floor shift co...

Page 86: ...igh speeds when shifting your vehicle AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D This position is for normal driving with the automatic transaxle If you need more power for passing and you are Going less than about 35 mph 55 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 55 km h push your accelerator all the way down SECOND 2 This position is also used for normal driving However it offers braki...

Page 87: ...slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal You can shift into FIRST 1 when you are going less than 20 mph 32 km h If you have come to a complete stop and it is hard to shift into FIRST 1 put the shift lever in NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift into FIRST 1 SECOND 2 Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and...

Page 88: ...ou skip a gear when you downshift you could lose control of your vehicle You could injure yourself or others Don t shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift Up Shift Light If you have a manual transaxle you have an up shift light This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for the best fuel economy When this light comes on you can shift to the next higher gear i...

Page 89: ...ng Brake The parking brake lever is located between the front seats For vehicles equipped with an armrest lift the console armrest in order to access the parking brake lever Manual Shift Automatic Shift 2 25 ...

Page 90: ...ing brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transaxle CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will no...

Page 91: ...ARK P without first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To prevent t...

Page 92: ...age less than 9 volt battery If your vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage try charging or jump starting the battery See Jump Starting on page 5 40 for more information If you still cannot move the shift lever from PARK P consult your dealer or a professional towing service Parking Your Vehicle Before leaving your vehicle fully press the clutch pedal in move the shift leve...

Page 93: ...nconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming...

Page 94: ...lizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 25 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move ...

Page 95: ...de of the vehicle can be seen while sitting in a comfortable driving position Adjust the driver s outside mirror with the control lever located on the driver s door To adjust the passenger s outside mirror sit in the driver s seat and have a passenger adjust the mirror for you The mirror is a manual fold design Outside Power Mirrors If your vehicle has this feature the outside power mirror control...

Page 96: ...ns of the OnStar Subscription Service Agreement are included in the vehicle s glove box literature For more information visit www onstar com or www onstarcanada com Contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or press the OnStar button to speak to an OnStar advisor 24 hours a day 7 days a week Terms and conditions of the Subscription Service Agreement can be found at www onstar com or www onst...

Page 97: ...Calling that uses minutes to access up to date weather and traffic reports for your area news and sports updates stock quotes entertainment and more Customize your information profile at www myonstar com See the OnStar user s guide for more information Storage Areas Glove Box Open the glove box by lifting up on the lever Close the glove box with a firm push Cupholder s There are two cupholders loc...

Page 98: ...close the sunroof the ignition must be turned to ON or ACC or Retained Accessory Power RAP must be active See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 2 18 Press and hold the switch rearward to open the glass panel to the vent position Press and hold the switch rearward a second time to open the sunroof If the sunshade is closed it will open automatically with the sunroof To close the sunroof press th...

Page 99: ...Down Protection 3 16 Accessory Power Outlets 3 16 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter 3 17 Climate Controls 3 17 Climate Control System 3 17 Outlet Adjustment 3 20 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 21 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 22 Speedometer and Odometer 3 24 Tachometer 3 24 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 24 Airbag Readiness Light 3 25 Charging System Light 3 26 Up Shift Light 3 26 Brake System Warn...

Page 100: ...o Data Systems RDS 3 45 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS 3 46 Radio with CD Base Level 3 46 Radio with CD Up Level 3 51 Radio with CD MP3 3 60 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 74 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 75 Radio Reception 3 75 Care of Your CDs 3 76 Care of the CD Player 3 76 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 76 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 76 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3 2 ...

Page 101: ... NOTES 3 3 ...

Page 102: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 103: ...rs on page 3 9 and Windshield Washer on page 3 10 H Audio System See Audio System s on page 3 45 I Fog Lamp Button If Equipped See Fog Lamps on page 3 15 J Trunk Release See Trunk on page 2 9 K Instrument Panel Brightness Control See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 15 L Horn See Horn on page 3 6 M Cigarette Lighter If Equipped Accessory Power Outlet If Equipped See Ashtrays and Cigarette Lig...

Page 104: ...hers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key is not in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m b...

Page 105: ... column To tilt the wheel pull down the lever Then move the wheel to a comfortable position pull up the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following G Turn and Lane Change Signals See Turn and Lane Change Signals on page 3 8 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 3 8 Fl...

Page 106: ...apidly a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers will not see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows do not go on at all when you signal a turn check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 91 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam push the turn signal lever away from you When the high...

Page 107: ...equency of the wipes Smaller bars mean the wipers movement is less frequent Larger bars mean the movement is more frequent 6 Low Speed Move the lever up to the first setting past intermittent for steady wiping at low speed 1 High Speed Move the lever up to the second setting past intermittent for wiping at high speed 8 Mist Move the lever all the way down to this position for a single wiping cycle...

Page 108: ...se the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision When you release the button the washers will stop but the wipers will continue to wipe for about three times or will resume the speed you were using before Cruise Control With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips ...

Page 109: ...on to set a speed and to decrease the speed To set a speed do the following 1 Press the on off button to turn cruise control on The indicator light on the button will come on 2 Get to the speed you want 3 Press the SET part of the control button and release it The CRUISE ENGAGED message will appear on the Driver Information Center DIC to show the system is engaged 4 Take your foot off the accelera...

Page 110: ...n release it Each time you do this your vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already engaged Push and hold the SET part of the button until you reach the lower speed you want then release it To slow down in very small amounts push the SET part of the button briefly Each time you do this you ll go about 1 mph 1 6 km h ...

Page 111: ...s Parking Lamps This position turns on the parking lamps and taillamps only AUTO Automatic Headlamp System This position automatically turns on the Daytime Running Lamps during daytime and the headlamps parking lamps and taillamps at night P Off On This position is the momentary Off On switch for the Automatic Headlamp System In Canada this only works when the vehicle is in PARK P When operating i...

Page 112: ... can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada Your vehicle has a light sensor on top of the instrument panel Make sure it is not covered or the headlamps will come on when you do not need them The DRL system will make both front turn signal lamps turn on when the following condit...

Page 113: ...e fog lamps are turned on and off The fog lamps will turn off while the high beam headlamps are turned on Instrument Panel Brightness The control for this feature is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel Turn the knob clockwise to brighten the lights or counterclockwise to dim them Dome Lamp Your vehicle may have a dome lamp 9 Off Move the lever to this position to turn...

Page 114: ...s This will avoid draining the battery Accessory Power Outlets Accessory power outlets can be used to connect electrical equipment such as a cellular phone or CB radio The outlet can accept electrical equipment rated at a maximum of 20 amps The accessory power outlet is located in the center console rearward of the shift lever To use the outlet remove the cover When not in use always cover the out...

Page 115: ...away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from overheating may occur to the lighter or heating element or a fuse could be blown Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating Do not use anything other than the cigarette lighter in the heating element To clean the center console ashtray remove the entire ashtray and empty it Notice If you put papers pins or other flammable items i...

Page 116: ...rclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature inside your vehicle h Recirculate Press this button to prevent outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or to help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly An indicator light above the button will come on in this mode The air conditioning compressor also comes on This mode is not available for floor defog and defrost modes Whe...

Page 117: ...s is normal The air conditioning compressor cannot be turned on when the fan is off Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity moisture condensing on the cool window glass This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield and side windows Use the defog mode to clear the windows...

Page 118: ...y 15 minutes after the button is pressed If turned on again the defogger will only run for approximately seven minutes before turning off The defogger can also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine Notice Do not use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs would not be covered by your warran...

Page 119: ...pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warni...

Page 120: ...igned to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going about how much fuel is left in the tank and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically United States Uplevel Cluster shown Canada similar 3 22 ...

Page 121: ...United States Base Level Cluster shown Canada similar 3 23 ...

Page 122: ...al of the old odometer Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Notice If you operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area your vehicle could be damaged and the damages would not be covered by your warranty Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN o...

Page 123: ...ready If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the airbag system may not be working properly The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate wi...

Page 124: ... GM dealer Driving while this light is on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Up Shift Light Your vehicle may have an up shift light When this light comes on you should shift to the next higher gear if weather road and traffic conditions allow you to This light is located in ...

Page 125: ...r parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake does not release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on hav...

Page 126: ... anti lock brakes and there is a problem with your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 27 The anti lock brake system warning light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN This is normal If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Enhanced Traction System Warning Light If your vehicle is equipped with ...

Page 127: ... affected by an engine related problem the system will turn off and the warning light will come on If the Enhanced Traction System warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the transaxle shift lever is in any position other than FIRST 1 your vehicle needs service Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light The engine coolant temperature warning light will come on when th...

Page 128: ... This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transaxle exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead t...

Page 129: ...installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Have you recently chan...

Page 130: ...l systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness your GM dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection Oil Pressure Light If you have a low engine oil pressure problem this light will stay on after you start your engine or come on when you are driving This indicat...

Page 131: ... be covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil Security Light This light flashes when the vehicle security system is activated Fog Lamp Light The fog lamps light will come on when the fog lamps are in use The light will go out when the fog lamps are turned off See Fog Lamps on page 3 15 for more information Highbeam On Light This light wi...

Page 132: ...The gage doesn t go back to empty when you turn off the ignition For your fuel tank capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 5 97 Boost Gage If your vehicle is equipped with this gage it is located near the driver s side of the instrument panel cluster This gage indicates vacuum during light to moderate throttle and boost under heavier throttle The gage displays the air pressure level go...

Page 133: ...personalization menu See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 40 for more information DIC Operation and Displays The DIC comes on when the ignition is on The DIC has different modes which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons The button functions are detailed in the following Information Modes 4 Information Press this button to scroll through the following vehicle information modes Outside ...

Page 134: ...rmine fuel range is an average of recent driving conditions As your driving conditions change this data is gradually updated The FUEL RANGE mode cannot be reset ECON Press the information button until ECON is displayed This mode shows how many miles per gallon mpg or liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km your vehicle is getting based on current and past driving conditions Press and hold the reset but...

Page 135: ...t the same time to enter the personalization menu See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 40 for more information on the personalization menu modes DIC Warnings and Messages These messages will appear if there is a problem sensed in one of your vehicle s systems Any message will clear when the vehicle s condition is no longer present The warning message will come back on the next time the vehicl...

Page 136: ...ge 3 10 for more information DOOR AJAR This message is displayed if one or more of the vehicle s doors are not closed properly When this message appears you should make sure that the door is closed completely ENG PWR REDUCED This message informs you that the vehicle has reduced engine power to avoid damaging the engine ERROR This message will display while viewing the odometer if there is a proble...

Page 137: ...t engaged See Parking Brake on page 2 25 POWER STEERING This message is displayed if a problem has been detected with the electric power steering Have your vehicle serviced by your GM dealer immediately SERVICE AIR BAG This message is displayed when there is a problem with the airbag system Let only a qualified technician work on your vehicle Have your vehicle serviced by your GM dealer immediatel...

Page 138: ...Menu Modes OIL LIFE RESET When this feature is displayed you can reset the engine oil life system To reset the system to 100 press and hold the reset button for at least one second An ACKNOWLEDGED display message will appear for three seconds or until the next button is pressed This will tell you the system has been reset See Engine Oil Life System on page 5 19 and OIL LIFE under DIC Operation and...

Page 139: ...ugh the available settings OFF default The horn will not chirp when the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed ON The horn will chirp on the first press of the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 4 for more information Choose one of the available settings and press the information button to select it an...

Page 140: ...ings and press the information button to select it and move on to the next feature AUTO UNLK This feature which allows the vehicle to automatically unlock certain doors can be enabled or disabled When AUTO UNLK appears on the display press the reset button to scroll through the available settings ALL default All of the doors will automatically unlock DRIVER The driver s door will automatically unl...

Page 141: ...and move on to the next feature EXT LIGHTS If your vehicle has remote keyless entry this feature which allows the vehicle s exterior perimeter lighting to turn on each time the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed can be enabled or disabled When EXT LIGHTS appears on the display press the reset button to scroll through the available settings OFF The exterior perimeter l...

Page 142: ...off and all of the doors have been closed See Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 13 for more information Choose one of the available settings and press the information button to select it and move on to the next feature LANGUAGE This feature allows you to select the language in which the DIC will display Press the reset button to scroll through the available settings ENGLISH default The DIC will di...

Page 143: ...and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly Figure out which audio system is in your vehicle find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all of its controls Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off See R...

Page 144: ...ronize the time with an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System RDS information press and hold the clock button to enter the clock set mode then press and hold the clock button for three seconds until UPDATED appears on the display If the time is not available from the station NO UPDATE will appear on the display RDS time is broadcast once a minute After tuning to an RDS broadcast station it may...

Page 145: ...station stored on the pushbuttons play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press either arrow again to stop scanning presets The radio will only seek and scan stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band Setting Preset Stations Up to 18 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons by performing the following steps 1 Turn t...

Page 146: ...e or the fade to the middle position select BAL or FADE Then press and hold the balance fade button for more than two seconds You will hear a beep and the level will be adjusted to the middle position To adjust the speaker controls to the middle position first end out of balance and fade by pressing another button causing the radio to perform that function or by waiting five seconds for the displa...

Page 147: ...ng tracks and or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section 1 r Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume Release this pushbutton to play the passage ...

Page 148: ...laying The inactive CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening B CD Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio Z Eject Press this button to eject a CD Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the ignition and radio off if this button is pressed first CD Messages If the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reas...

Page 149: ...hat will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While the radio is tuned to an RDS station the station name or call letters will appear on the display RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is ba...

Page 150: ... if the engine is not running To turn automatic volume off press this button until AUTO VOL OFF appears on the display DISP Display When the ignition is off press this knob to display the time For RDS press the DISP knob to change what appears on the display The display options are station name RDS station frequency PTY and the name of the program if available For XM if equipped press the DISP kno...

Page 151: ...ne of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenever that numbered pushbutton is pressed the station that was set will return and the equalization that was selected will be stored for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble EQ Tone To adjust the bass or the treble press and release the EQ button until BASS or TREBLE appears on the display Tu...

Page 152: ...by pressing another button causing the radio to perform that function or by waiting five seconds for the display to return to the default display Then press and hold the balance fade button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep ALL CENTERED will appear on the display Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the P TYPE bu...

Page 153: ...age press and release the MSG button A new group of words will appear on the display after every press of the button Once the complete message has been displayed MSG will disappear from the display until another new message is received The last message can be displayed by pressing the MSG button You can view the last message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to When a...

Page 154: ...e is in a location that is blocking the XM signal When you move into an open area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavl Channel n...

Page 155: ...elected category The system is working properly XM Lock Theft lock active The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message appears after having your vehicle serviced check with your GM dealer Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM ...

Page 156: ...re may be an increase in skipping difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section 1 r Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track You will hear sound at a reduce...

Page 157: ...see how long the current track has been playing TRACK the track number and the elapsed time of the track will appear on the display To change the default on the display time or elapsed time press this knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob for two seconds The radio will produce one beep and the selected display will now be the default AUTO EQ Automatic Equalization Press this b...

Page 158: ...in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem Radio with CD MP3 Radio Data System RDS The audio system has a Radio Data System RDS RDS features are ava...

Page 159: ... A service fee is required in order to receive the XM service For more information contact XM at www xmradio com or call 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 Playing the Radio O Power Press this knob to turn the system on and off u Volume Turn this knob to increase or to decrease the volume AUTO u Automatic Volume With automatic volume the audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as yo...

Page 160: ...a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped The display will show the selection ADJ Adjust Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either arrow for two seconds until you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a f...

Page 161: ...Q button until BASS or TREBLE appears on the display Turn the ADJ knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass or treble level If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble To adjust bass or treble to the middle position select BASS or TREBLE Then press and hold the EQ button for more than two seconds You will hear a beep and the level will be adjusted to the middle position ...

Page 162: ...by pressing another button causing the radio to perform that function or by waiting five seconds for the display to return to the default display Then press and hold the balance fade button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep ALL CENTERED will appear on the display Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the P TYPE bu...

Page 163: ...age press and release the MSG button A new group of words will appear on the display after every press of the button Once the complete message has been displayed MSG will disappear from the display until another new message is received The last message can be displayed by pressing the MSG button You can view the last message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to When a...

Page 164: ...e is in a location that is blocking the XM signal When you move into an open area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavl Channel n...

Page 165: ...elected category The system is working properly XM Lock Theft lock active The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message appears after having your vehicle serviced check with your GM dealer Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM ...

Page 166: ...been handled There may be an increase in skipping difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section 1 r Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track The sound will ...

Page 167: ...nob to see how long the current track has been playing TRACK the track number and the elapsed time of the track will appear on the display To change the default on the display time or elapsed time press this knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob for two seconds The radio will produce one beep and the selected display will now be the default MSG Message Press this button to dis...

Page 168: ...ons and 255 files the player will let you access and navigate up to the maximum but all items over the maximum will be ignored Root Directory The root directory will be treated as a folder If the root directory has compressed audio files the directory will be displayed as F1 ROOT All files contained directly under the root directory will be accessed prior to any root directory folders However play...

Page 169: ... the track name Track names longer than 32 characters or four pages will be shortened The display will not show parts of words on the last page of text and the extension of the filename will not be displayed Preprogrammed Playlists You can access preprogrammed playlists which were created by WinAmp MusicMatch or Real Jukebox software however you will not have editing capability These playlists wil...

Page 170: ...ase this pushbutton to play the track FWD and the elapsed time of the track will appear on the display 3 Previous Folder Press this pushbutton to go to the first track in the previous folder Pressing this pushbutton while in folder random mode will take you to the previous folder and random the tracks in that folder 4 Next Folder Press this pushbutton to go to the first track in the next folder Pr...

Page 171: ...n be up to four pages of text If there are more than eight characters in the song folder or playlist name pressing this knob within two seconds will take you to the next page of text If there are no other pages to be shown pressing this knob within two seconds will take you to the next display mode To change the default on the display press the DISP knob until you see the display you want then hol...

Page 172: ...lem while burning the CD The label may be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK is designed to discour...

Page 173: ...pushbuttons The radio will only seek preset stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band x u w Volume Press the up or the down arrow to increase or to decrease the volume Mute Press this button to silence the system Press this button again or any other radio button to turn the sound on Mute is unavailable when OnStar if equipped is active SRCE Source Press this button to switch betw...

Page 174: ...o the edge Be sure never to touch the side without writing when handling CDs Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of the CD Player The use of CD lens cleaners for CD players is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand ...

Page 175: ...ight 4 16 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 17 City Driving 4 20 Freeway Driving 4 21 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 22 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 23 Winter Driving 4 25 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 29 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 30 Loading Your Vehicle 4 30 Towing 4 35 Towing Your Vehicle 4 35 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 35 Towing a Trailer ...

Page 176: ... driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with resulting injury Ask a passenger to help do things like this or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself These simple defensive driving techniques ...

Page 177: ...drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 lb 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0 06 percent The pe...

Page 178: ...els above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision At a BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 times greater The...

Page 179: ...raction System ETS on page 4 8 Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths of a second But that is only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or mo...

Page 180: ...t harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle may have anti lock brakes ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid If your vehicle has anti l...

Page 181: ...ld The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember Anti lock does not change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too ...

Page 182: ...this by pushing on the brake pedal with steadily increasing pressure In an emergency you will probably want to squeeze the brakes hard without locking the wheels If you hear or feel the wheels sliding ease off the brake pedal This will help you retain steering control If you do have anti lock brakes it is different See Anti Lock Brake System ABS on page 4 6 In many emergencies steering can help yo...

Page 183: ...If you turn the system off by moving the shift lever to FIRST 1 the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on move the shift lever back to a position other than FIRST 1 The warning light should go off The warning light will come on when you set your parking brake with the engine running and it will stay on if your parking brake does not release fully If the transaxle shift ...

Page 184: ...s Driving on Curves It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here is why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front w...

Page 185: ...t your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere or a child darts ...

Page 186: ...od reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle...

Page 187: ...t is all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you are following a larger vehicle Also you will ...

Page 188: ... ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency do not give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Ski...

Page 189: ...se conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery unt...

Page 190: ...our headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you are tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your ...

Page 191: ...eatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and are not even aware of it Driving in...

Page 192: ...rough large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you cannot try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They will not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a...

Page 193: ...r that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you cannot avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a sma...

Page 194: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 21 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Page 195: ...ve a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your ...

Page 196: ...ey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it is ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you will find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can ch...

Page 197: ... the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a...

Page 198: ...r with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your ...

Page 199: ... scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 4 25 ...

Page 200: ...IC OVERDRIVE D so the system will be able to improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road Even though your vehicle has this system you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions Under certain conditions you may want to turn the traction system off such as when driving through deep snow and loose gravel to help maintain vehicle motion at lower speeds...

Page 201: ...n overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are ne...

Page 202: ...ou and kill you You cannot see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out 4 28 ...

Page 203: ...mes If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels but you do not want to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transaxle or oth...

Page 204: ...u may need to be towed out If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 35 Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry the Tire and...

Page 205: ...he recommended cold tire inflation pressures D For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 54 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 61 There is also important loading information on the Certification label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axle see Certification Label later in this section Steps for De...

Page 206: ...n Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle If your vehicle can tow a trailer see Towing a Trailer Manual Transaxle on page 4 37 or Towing a Trailer Automatic Transaxle on page 4 38 for important information on towing...

Page 207: ...pacity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Example 2 ...

Page 208: ...have a heavy load you should spread it out CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break 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 your vehicle If you put th...

Page 209: ... secure it whenever you can Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motorhome see Recreational Vehicle Towing following...

Page 210: ...equipment recommendations Is your vehicle ready to be towed Just as you would prepare your vehicle for a long trip you will want to make sure your vehicle is prepared to be towed See Before Leaving on a Long Trip on page 4 22 Dinghy Towing You may dinghy tow your vehicle from the front following these steps 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition key to ACC to unlock the steering wheel 3 Shift...

Page 211: ...ly towed but can be dinghy towed See Dinghy Towing earlier in this section Notice Dolly towing your vehicle may cause damage because of reduced ground clearance Always tow your vehicle using the dinghy towing procedure listed in this section or put your vehicle on a flatbed truck Towing a Trailer Manual Transaxle Do not tow a trailer if your vehicle is equipped with a manual transaxle 4 37 ...

Page 212: ...ailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling acceleration braking durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That is the reason for this part ...

Page 213: ...ted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Do not tow when the outside air temperature is above 100 F 38 C Do not tow more than 1 000 miles 1 600 km per year Three important considerations have to do with weight The weight of the trailer The weight of the trailer tongue The total weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a tr...

Page 214: ...y which will also reduce the trailer weight your vehicle can tow And if you tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 30 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you are using a weight carrying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 to 15 percent of the total loaded tr...

Page 215: ...e Engine Exhaust on page 2 29 Dirt and water can also enter the vehicle Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacture...

Page 216: ...a good deal longer you will need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns Notice Making very s...

Page 217: ...nt gage If the indicator is in the red area turn off the air conditioning to reduce engine load See Engine Overheating on page 5 29 Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on ...

Page 218: ...er See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid do not overfill engine oil drive belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you are trailering it is a good idea to review this information before you start your trip Chec...

Page 219: ...k Pressure Cap 5 29 Engine Overheating 5 29 Cooling System 5 31 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 35 Brakes 5 36 Battery 5 39 Jump Starting 5 40 Headlamp Aiming 5 44 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Halogen Bulbs 5 47 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 48 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 49 Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps Coupe 5 50 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 51 B...

Page 220: ...4 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 84 Finish Care 5 85 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 85 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 86 Tires 5 86 Sheet Metal Damage 5 87 Finish Damage 5 87 Underbody Maintenance 5 87 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 87 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 88 Vehicle Identification 5 89 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 89 Service Parts Identification Label 5 89 Electrical System ...

Page 221: ...want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Engine exhaust many parts and systems including some inside the vehicle many fluids and some component wear by products contai...

Page 222: ...e 1 57 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record on page 6 15 CAUTION You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt...

Page 223: ...ctane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine A little pinging noise when you accelerate or drive uphill is considered normal This does not indicate a problem exists or that a higher octane fuel is necessary If you are using 87 octane or higher octane fuel and hear heavy knocking your engine needs service If your vehicle has the 2 0L L4 Supercharged engine use premium ...

Page 224: ...nction indicator lamp may turn on and your vehicle may fail a smog check test See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 30 If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for diagnosis If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs may not be covered by your warranty Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain...

Page 225: ...nyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for service Fuels in F...

Page 226: ...materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the passenger s side of the vehicle To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly counterclockwise The fuel cap has a spring in it if the cap is rele...

Page 227: ...diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 30 The CHECK GAS CAP message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC if the fuel cap is not properly installed See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 37 for more information CAUTION If a fire starts...

Page 228: ...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 gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things th...

Page 229: ...eft It is located under the front center of the hood toward the driver s side of the vehicle 3 After you have partially lifted the hood a gas strut will automatically take over to lift and hold the hood in the fully open position Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Lower the hood until the lifting force of the strut is reduced then release the hood to latch fully Ch...

Page 230: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2 2L L4 engine here is what you will see 5 12 ...

Page 231: ...ylinder Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 5 36 and Hydraulic Clutch on page 5 23 E Engine Compartment Fuse Block See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 5 94 F Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 5 40 G Remote Negative Terminal See Jump Starting on page 5 40 H Engine Coolant Surge Tank See Cooling System on page 5 31 I Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Wash...

Page 232: ...When you open the hood on the 2 0L L4 Supercharged engine here is what you will see 5 14 ...

Page 233: ...ump Starting on page 5 40 I Engine Coolant Surge Tank See Cooling System on page 5 31 J Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 21 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop ...

Page 234: ... page 5 97 Notice Do not add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when ...

Page 235: ...ehicle These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are iden...

Page 236: ...erature falls below 20 F 29 C it is recommended that you use either an SAE 5W 30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W 30 oil Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures For Vehicles with the 2 0L L4 Supercharged Engine Only Look for two things GM4718M Your vehicle s engine requires a special oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M Oils meeting this stan...

Page 237: ... oil which meets all requirements for your vehicle Substitute Engine Oil When adding oil to maintain engine oil level oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M may not be available You can add substitute oil designated SAE 5W 30 with the starburst symbol at all temperatures Substitute oil not meeting GM Standard GM4718M should not be used for an oil change Engine Oil Additives Do not add anything to your oi...

Page 238: ...e your oil is changed reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required If a situation occurs where you change your oil prior to a CHANGE OIL SOON message being turned on reset the system After changing the engine oil the system must be reset as follows 1 Turn the ignition to RUN with the engine off 2 Press the information and reset buttons on the DIC at the same time to en...

Page 239: ...ir cleaner filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspect the air cleaner filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at the first oil change after 50 000 miles 83 000 km See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more information If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect ...

Page 240: ... will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you are driving Automatic Transaxle Fluid It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as soon as possible Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the ...

Page 241: ...e for five years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating on page 5 29 A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling...

Page 242: ...nd you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant more than four times a year...

Page 243: ...g Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the coolant surge tank but only when the engine is cool If the coolant surge tank is empty a special fill procedure is necessary See Engine Overheating on page 5 29 for instructions on How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene...

Page 244: ...e cap when the engine and intercooler are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the fill neck pressure cap even a little when the engine and intercooler are hot Park your vehicle on a level surface and turn off the engine When the engine is cold the coolant level should be visible within the horizontal tube section of the fill neck When the engine is wa...

Page 245: ...the intercooler system including the intercooler system pressure cap is hot Wait for the intercooler system and intercooler system pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap CAUTION Adding only plain water to your intercooler system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will With plain water or the wrong mix...

Page 246: ... proper DEX COOL coolant mixture to the fill neck until there is coolant visible in the horizontal tube section of the fill neck 4 With the fill neck pressure cap off start the engine and let it run for at least 30 seconds Watch out for the engine cooling fan Turn the engine off By this time the coolant level inside the fill neck may be lower If the level drops so that coolant is no longer visible...

Page 247: ...ine CAUTION Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or ...

Page 248: ...2 In heavy traffic let the engine idle in NEUTRAL N while stopped If it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to PARK P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle 3 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning does not come back on you...

Page 249: ...ure Cap A Electric Engine Cooling Fans B Intercooler System Pressure Cap C Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan 2 2L L4 engine 2 0L L4 Supercharged engine 5 31 ...

Page 250: ...e and there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fan is running If the engine is overheating the fan should be running If it is not your vehicle needs service If your vehicle is equipped with the 2 0L L4 Supercharged engine and there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is ove...

Page 251: ...ing liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if y...

Page 252: ...ne parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about two or two and one half turns If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop This will allow any pressure still left to be vented...

Page 253: ... FILL line add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the COLD FILL line 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated See your dealer if necessary 2 0L L4 Supercharged Engine If no coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank you will need to either see your dealer or refer to the Dealer Service Manual for a special c...

Page 254: ...l Do not use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder and on manual transaxle vehicles the hydraulic clutch use the same reservoir The reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the reservoir There are only two reasons why the brake fl...

Page 255: ... only DOT 3 brake fluid Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could c...

Page 256: ...brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications If your vehicle has rear drum brakes they do not have wear indicators but if you ever hear a re...

Page 257: ...tem for example when your brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts If you do not your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you have come to expect can change in many o...

Page 258: ...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 your vehicle that would not be covered by your warranty Trying to start your veh...

Page 259: ... covered by your warranty Always turn off your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlet Turn off the 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 hood on the ...

Page 260: ... a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you don t explos...

Page 261: ...e terminal location on the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Do not let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do...

Page 262: ... 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the positive terminal cover to its original position Headlamp Aiming The vehicle has a visual opti...

Page 263: ...vehicle should be placed so it is perpendicular to the wall or other flat surface The vehicle should not have any snow ice or mud on it The vehicle should be fully assembled and all other work stopped while headlamp aiming is being done The vehicle should be normally loaded with a full tank of fuel and one person or 160 lbs 75 kg on the driver s seat Tires should be properly inflated Headlamp aimi...

Page 264: ...corded distance from Step 2 and draw or tape a horizontal line the width of the vehicle 4 Turn on the low beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being aimed This should allow only the beam of light from the headlamp being aimed to be seen on the flat surface Notice Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut off when aiming Covering a headlamp may ...

Page 265: ...d 5 for the opposite headlamp Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 5 53 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb p...

Page 266: ...p To replace one of these bulbs do the following 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 11 for more information 2 Remove the two wing bolts from the headlamp assembly 3 Remove the two plastic fasteners from the fascia 4 Pull the front fascia back You may need someone else to assist you with Steps 3 and 4 5 48 ...

Page 267: ...ing the bulb socket 9 Pull the old bulb out of the socket 10 Install a new bulb 11 Reinstall the bulb assembly by reversing Steps 1 through 8 When reinstalling the headlamp assembly first ensure that the wiring harness is in its original position If not the headlamp assembly will not fit correctly You will also need to line up the two tabs on the bottom of the assembly that fit into two slots in t...

Page 268: ... snaps in You may need to use the tool to guide the tabs into the assembly Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps Coupe To replace a taillamp or rear turn signal bulb do the following 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 2 9 for more information 2 Remove the fastener which holds down the trunk trim 3 Disconnect the wiring harness by lifting up on the tab to release and pull it straight out 4 Remove the two...

Page 269: ...age 2 9 for more information 2 Remove the fastener which holds down the trunk trim 3 Remove the outer two screws from the taillamp assembly 4 Disconnect the wiring harness by lifting up on the tab to release and pull it straight out 5 Remove the taillamp from the quarter panel A Sidemarker B Stoplamp Turn Signal Taillamp C Back up 6 Locate the bulb you wish to change 7 Remove the taillamp bulb soc...

Page 270: ...sembly in the trunk lid 3 Remove the bulb socket by turning it counterclockwise On vehicles that have a back up lamp cover first remove it by depressing the tab at the top 4 Pull out the old bulb 5 Install a new bulb 6 Reinstall the bulb socket by aligning the tabs and turning it clockwise to secure Reinstall the back up lamp cover if your vehicle has one 5 52 ...

Page 271: ...iper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking See Scheduled Maintenance for more information on wiper blade inspection Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Capacities and Specifications on page 5 97 Here is how to remove the Shepherd s Hook type 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshie...

Page 272: ...d a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 30 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sud...

Page 273: ...es not cover this type of damage Keep tires set to the correct inflation pressure and when possible avoid contact with curbs potholes and other road hazards For cold weather driving conditions you may prefer to get tires designed for snow or ice See your dealer for details regarding winter tire availability and proper tire selection Also see Buying New Tires on page 5 64 If you choose to use winte...

Page 274: ... code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT Department of Transportation code is the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire ...

Page 275: ... TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load E Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be inflated to 60 psi 420 kPa For more information on tire pressure and inflation see Inflation Tire Pressure ...

Page 276: ...tter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service Description These characters represent the load range and speed rating of the tire The load index represents the load carry capacity a tire is certified to carry The load index can range from 1 to 279 ...

Page 277: ...so identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 30 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 30 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 30 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that must...

Page 278: ...t 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 wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 64 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Gra...

Page 279: ...door latch This label lists your vehicle s original equipment tires and their recommended cold tire inflation pressures The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry and an example of the tire and loading...

Page 280: ...ressure 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 High Speed Operation CAUTION Driving at high speeds 100 mph 160 km h or higher puts an additional strain on tires Sustained high speed driving causes excessive heat build up and can cause sudden tire failure You could have a crash and you or others could be kill...

Page 281: ...ere Do not include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loading Information label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 97 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can mak...

Page 282: ...icle needs look at the tire and loading information label For more information about this label and its location on your vehicle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 30 The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires GM recommends that you get tires with that same TPC Spec number That way...

Page 283: ...s can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United St...

Page 284: ...is tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustai...

Page 285: ... conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts f...

Page 286: ...recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle and do not spin your vehicle s wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front tires Notice If your vehicle has a tire size other th...

Page 287: ...may require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous withou...

Page 288: ...ansaxle shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transaxle to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued To be even more certain the vehicle will not move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be t...

Page 289: ...ools The equipment you ll need is located in the trunk Base Models 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 2 9 for more information 2 Lift the trunk liner and place the plastic hook in the lip of the trunk lid Base Model Base Model 5 71 ...

Page 290: ... at the four and eight o clock positions Gently pull it up and out of the trunk 5 Remove the wing nut that holds the jack and remove the jack and wheel wrench Uplevel Models 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 2 9 for more information 2 Lift the trunk liner and place the plastic hook in the lip of the trunk lid Uplevel Model 5 72 ...

Page 291: ... the jack and the spare tire 4 Remove the spare tire by placing your hands at the four and eight o clock positions Gently pull it up and out of the trunk The tools you ll be using include the jack A and wheel wrench B Uplevel Model 5 73 ...

Page 292: ...You will need to turn the plastic wheel nut counterclockwise to loosen the wheel wrench from the jack Press the button and then pull on the end of the wheel wrench to extend the handle 5 74 ...

Page 293: ...e wheel cover until it comes off If your vehicle has aluminum wheels first remove the center cap with your finger or the wheel wrench 3 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet Notice Make sure that the jack lift head is in the correct position or you may damage your vehicle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty 4 Position the jack lift head at the jack l...

Page 294: ...e to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 7 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit under the vehicle 8 Remove all of the wheel nuts CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose a...

Page 295: ...nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page...

Page 296: ...o not try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire It will not fit Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the ...

Page 297: ...Uplevel Model Base Model 5 79 ...

Page 298: ...r 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 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have the full size tire repaired or replaced at you...

Page 299: ...azardous some more than others and they can all damage the vehicle too Do not use any of these products unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage the vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Fabric Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic and painted surfaces with a clean damp cloth GM approved cleaning products ...

Page 300: ...r onto a clean soft white cloth Do not apply spray directly to the fabric 4 Start cleaning from the seams into the stain to avoid a ring effect 5 Continue cleaning using a clean area of the cloth each time it becomes soiled 6 When the stain is removed blot the cleaned area with another dry clean soft white cloth 7 If the cleaner leaves a ring effect follow up with the club soda water instructions ...

Page 301: ...finish it can harm the leather Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial ...

Page 302: ...or cold water Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely GM approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer See Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 88 Do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or a...

Page 303: ...y 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 fallout that can take their toll over a period of years To help keep the paint finish looking new keep the vehicle in a garage or covered whenever possible Wind...

Page 304: ... chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Use chrome polish on chrome wheels only Use chrome polish only on chrome plated wheels but avoid any painted surface of the wheel and buff off immediately after application Notice If you drive your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes you coul...

Page 305: ...ody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain 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 GM dea...

Page 306: ...rome wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one easy step no wiping necessary Wash Wax Concentrate...

Page 307: ...e certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You will find this label in the trunk on the driver side near the spare tire cover It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the fo...

Page 308: ...le has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 57 Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses Should your headlamps fail to function have your headlamp system checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats...

Page 309: ... of damage 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 If you ever have a problem on the road and do not have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without...

Page 310: ... is located on the passenger s side of the floor console under the instrument panel To access the fuse block remove the panel on the side of the console Fuses Usage 1 Fuse Puller 2 Spare 3 Spare 4 Spare 5 Spare 6 Amplifier 7 Cluster 8 Ignition Switch 5 92 ...

Page 311: ...ransmission Shift Interlock 17 Empty 18 Empty 19 Electric Power Steering Steering Wheel Control 20 Sunroof 21 Spare Fuses Usage 22 Empty 23 Empty 24 Sensing and Diagnostic Module 25 Engine Control Module Transaxle Control Module 26 Door Locks 27 Interior Lights 28 Audio System 29 Power Windows Relays Usage 30 Ignition 3 31 Empty 32 Retained Accessory Power 5 93 ...

Page 312: ...ent Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver s side of the vehicle Lift off the cover to check the fuses See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location 5 94 ...

Page 313: ...river s Side High Beam FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump EMISSIONS Emissions INJECTORS Injectors Fuses Usage ABS Anti lock Brake System PCM ECM Powertrain Control Module Engine Control Module EPS Electric Power Steering PARK LPS Park Lamps WIPER Windshield Wiper IP IGN Ignition A C CLUTCH Air Conditioning Clutch AFTERCOOL Aftercooler ABS2 Anti lock Brake System ECM TRANS Engine Control Module Transmission BACK ...

Page 314: ... Cooling Fan 2 WIPER2 Windshield Wiper 2 CRANK Starter Relays Usage COOLING FAN1 Cooling Fan 1 FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump WIPER1 Windshield Wiper 1 COOL SER PAR Series Parallel Cooling Fan Cobalt SS POWERTRAIN Powertrain A C CLUTCH Air Conditioning Clutch AFTRCOOL Aftercooler Pump Cobalt SS RUN CRANK Run Crank 5 96 ...

Page 315: ...7 0 L Intercooler System 2 0L Engine 2 0 quarts 1 9 L Engine Oil with Filter 5 0 quarts 4 7 L Fuel Tank 13 5 gallons 51 1 L Transaxle Automatic Complete Drain and Refill 7 0 quarts 6 6 L Transaxle Manual Complete Drain and Refill 1 8 quarts 1 7 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 ft lb 140 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Engine...

Page 316: ... NOTES 5 98 ...

Page 317: ...dule 6 2 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 At Each Fuel Fill 6 8 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 Maintenance Record 6 15 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Page 318: ... vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition be sure to maintain your vehicle properly Using the Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condi...

Page 319: ...alified technician do the work Some maintenance services can be complex So unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment you should have your GM Goodwrench dealer do these jobs When you go to your GM Goodwrench dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM parts If you want to purchase se...

Page 320: ...system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 5 19 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system When the CHANGE OIL SOON message appears certain services checks and inspections are required Required services are described in the following for Maintenance I and Maintenance II Generally it is recommended that your first service be Maintenance I your ...

Page 321: ... k Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 63 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling system See foo...

Page 322: ...00 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 21 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter severe service only See footnote h Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every five years whichever occurs first An Emissi...

Page 323: ...ear or cracking Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield e Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Hav...

Page 324: ...e fluid level checked Add fluid if needed k If you drive regularly under dusty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle Your GM Goodwrench dealer can assist you with these checks and services...

Page 325: ...ssary rotate the tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 63 At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake on page 2 25 Do n...

Page 326: ...turn the ignition to RUN but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle needs service Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position With an automatic transaxle the ignition should t...

Page 327: ...your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by the...

Page 328: ...nd use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle For the proper viscosity see Engine Oil on page 5 15 Usage Fluid Lubricant Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 5 23 Intercooler System Coolant 2 0L L4 Supercharged engine 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and...

Page 329: ...ubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlu...

Page 330: ...tained from your GM dealer Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 21888324 A2956C Engine Oil Filter 12579143 PF456G Spark Plugs 12569190 Windshield Wiper Blade Hook Type Driver s Side 22 inches 56 cm 22660359 Passenger s Side 17 inches 43 cm 22722576 6 14 ...

Page 331: ...ices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 8 can be added on the following record pages You should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 15 ...

Page 332: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16 ...

Page 333: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17 ...

Page 334: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18 ...

Page 335: ...gram 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 11 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Section 7 Customer Assistance and ...

Page 336: ...ustomer Communication Centre by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of t...

Page 337: ...A 22203 1838 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs Specific vehicle informati...

Page 338: ... Chevrolet s Customer Assistance Center United States Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 1 800 222 1020 1 800 833 2438 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Vi...

Page 339: ...s program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward eligible aftermarket driver s or passenger s adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle such as hand controls and wheelchair scooter lifts The offer is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more details or to determine your vehicle s eligibility visit gmmobility co...

Page 340: ...ow Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident Assistance provided when the vehicle is mired in sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure Jump Start No start occurrences which require a...

Page 341: ... of motor vehicles To enhance your ownership experience we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available wh...

Page 342: ...should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair Reimbursement will be limited to a maximum of 30 00 a day and must be supported by receipts This requires that you sign and complete a renta...

Page 343: ...ntrol several aspects of the vehicle s performance Your vehicle uses on board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and if so equipped to provide anti lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate re...

Page 344: ...access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar please check the OnStar subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death...

Page 345: ...olet Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 222 1020 or write Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information...

Page 346: ...o Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Ti...

Page 347: ...e System Warning Light 3 28 Appearance Care 5 81 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 86 Care of Safety Belts 5 84 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 87 Appearance Care cont Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 84 Fabric Carpet 5 81 Finish Care 5 85 Finish Damage 5 87 Glass Surfaces 5 83 Instrument Panel 5 83 Interior Plastic Components 5 83 Leather 5 83 Sheet Metal Damage 5 87 Tires 5 86 Underbody Maintenance 5...

Page 348: ... Braking 4 5 Braking in Emergencies 4 8 Break In New Vehicle 2 16 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Back Up Lamps 5 52 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 49 Halogen Bulbs 5 47 Headlamp Aiming 5 44 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 48 Replacement Bulbs 5 53 Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps 5 50 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 51 Buying New Tires 5 64 C California F...

Page 349: ... to Put the Restraint 1 38 Cigarette Lighter 3 17 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 86 Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 84 Fabric Carpet 5 81 Cleaning cont Finish Care 5 85 Glass Surfaces 5 83 Instrument Panel 5 83 Interior Plastic Components 5 83 Leather 5 83 Tires 5 86 Underbody Maintenance 5 87 Vinyl 5 83 Washing Your Vehicle 5 84 Weatherstrips 5 84 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 85 Climate Con...

Page 350: ... Information 7 11 D Daytime Running Lamps 3 14 Defensive Driving 4 2 Delayed Locking 2 8 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 4 Dome Lamp 3 15 Door Automatic Door Locks 2 8 Delayed Locking 2 8 Locks 2 7 Power Door Locks 2 7 Programmable Automatic Door Unlock 2 8 Rear Door Security Locks 2 8 Driver Position Safety Belt 1 15 Seat Height Adjuster 1 3 Driver Information Center DIC 3 35 DIC Operation and Disp...

Page 351: ... Coolant Temperature Warning Light 3 29 Engine Compartment Overview 5 12 Exhaust 2 29 Oil 5 15 Oil Life System 5 19 Overheating 5 29 Starting 2 18 Enhanced Traction System ETS 4 8 Warning Light 3 28 Entry Exit Lighting 3 16 Event Data Recorders EDR 7 9 Extender Safety Belt 1 28 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 21 Finish Damage 5 87 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 76 Flash to Pass 3 8 Flat Tire 5 69 Flat Tire Ch...

Page 352: ...ne Octane 5 5 Specifications 5 6 Glove Box 2 33 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 7 5 H Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Head Restraints 1 6 Headlamp Aiming 5 44 Headlamp Wiring 5 90 Headlamps 3 13 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Daytime Running Lamps 3 14 Flash to Pass 3 8 Halogen Bulbs 5 47 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 48 High Low Beam Changer 3 8 On Reminder 3 14 Wiper Activated ...

Page 353: ...Tire Sidewall 5 56 Lamps Battery Run Down Protection 3 16 Dome 3 15 Fog 3 15 Mirror Reading 3 16 LATCH System Child Restraints 1 41 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 43 Light Airbag Readiness 3 25 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 3 28 Brake System Warning 3 27 Charging System 3 26 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 3 29 Enhanced Traction System ETS Warning Light 3 28 Fog Lam...

Page 354: ...tenance Record 6 15 Maintenance Schedule cont Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Using 6 2 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 30 Manual Lumbar Controls 1 3 Manual Seats 1 2 Manual Transaxle Fluid 5 23 Operation 2 23 Manual Windows 2 11 M...

Page 355: ... Convex Mirror 2 32 Manual Mirror 2 31 Power Mirrors 2 31 Remote Control Mirror 2 31 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Owners Canadian ii P Park P Shifting Into 2 26 Shifting Out of 2 28 Parking Brake 2 25 Over Things That Burn 2 29 Parking Your Vehicle 2 28 Passing 4 13 Passlock 2 15 Power Accessory Outlets 3 16 Door Locks 2 7 Electrical System 5 91 Retained Accessory RAP 2 18 Windows 2 12 Pretension...

Page 356: ...ote Keyless Entry System 2 3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 4 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 75 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 71 Replacement Bulbs 5 53 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 7 11 General Motors 7 11 United States Government 7 10 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems 1 57 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 5...

Page 357: ...Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 43 Rear Seat Position 1 43 Right Front Seat Position 1 46 Security Light 3 33 Service 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 5 Doing Your Own Work 5 4 Engine Soon Light 3 30 Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 57 Setting the Time Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS 3 46 Radios without Radio Da...

Page 358: ...el 3 7 Tires 5 54 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels Cleaning 5 86 Buying New Tires 5 64 Chains 5 68 Changing a Flat Tire 5 70 Cleaning 5 86 Compact Spare Tire 5 80 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 69 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 61 Inspection and Rotation 5 63 Installing the Spare Tire 5 75 Removing the Flat Tire 5 75 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 71 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 5 78 Tire Sidewal...

Page 359: ...function Lever 3 7 U Understanding Radio Reception 3 75 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 65 Up Shift Light 3 26 V Vehicle Control 4 5 Damage Warnings iv Loading 4 30 Parking Your 2 28 Symbols iv Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 89 Service Parts Identification Label 5 89 Vehicle Personalization DIC 3 40 Ventilation Adjustment 3 20 Visors 2 13 W ...

Page 360: ... Manual 2 11 Power 2 12 Windshield Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 85 Windshield Washer 3 10 Fluid 5 35 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 53 Fuses 5 90 Windshield Wipers 3 9 Winter Driving 4 25 Wiper Activated Headlamps 3 14 X XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 76 Y Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 14 ...

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