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Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads ..................4-14
Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......................4-15
Highway Hypnosis ........................................4-15
Hill and Mountain Roads ................................4-16
Winter Driving ..............................................4-17
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud,

Ice, or Snow .............................................4-19

Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out .................4-20
Loading Your Vehicle ....................................4-20

Towing

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Towing Your Vehicle .....................................4-25
Recreational Vehicle Towing ...........................4-25
Towing a Trailer ...........................................4-28

Section 4

Driving Your Vehicle

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Summary of Contents for Malibu Hybrid 2008

Page 1: ...iver Information Center DIC 3 45 Audio System s 3 58 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 25 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 6 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Headlamp Aiming 5 39 Bulb Replacement 5 40 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 43 Tires 5 44 Appearance Care 5 75 Vehicle Identification 5 83 Electrical System 5 84 Capacities a...

Page 2: ... in this manual This manual describes features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer retailer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 1 800 551 4123 www helminc com Propriétaires Canadiens On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en ...

Page 3: ...page number where it can be found Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book A box with the word CAUTION is used to tell about things that could hurt you or others if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people Cautions tell what the hazard is and what to do to avoid or reduce the hazard Read these cau...

Page 4: ...e notice tells what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words There are also warning labels on the vehicle which use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation...

Page 5: ...t the Restraint 1 38 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 41 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 48 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 51 Airbag System 1 54 Where Are the Airbags 1 57 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 59 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 1 61 How Does an Airbag Restrain 1 62 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 1 62 Passenger Se...

Page 6: ...den movement could 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 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 7: ...rol forward or rearward Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the rear part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the control up or down Manual Lumbar On vehicles with this feature the handle is located on the outboard side of the seat Move the handle up or down repeatedly to decrease or increase lumbar support 1 3 ...

Page 8: ... CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked On seats with manual reclining seatbacks the lever used to operate them is located on the outboard side of the seat To recline the seatback 1 Lift the recline lever 2 Move the seatback to the desired ...

Page 9: ... lock the seatback 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Power Reclining Seatbacks If the seats have power reclining seatbacks the control used to recline them is located on the outboard side of the seat behind the power seat control To recline the seatback tilt the top of the control rearward To bring the seatback forward tilt the top of the control forward 1 5 ...

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

Page 11: ...height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Pull the restraint up to raise it To lower the head restraint press the button located on the top of the seatback and push the restraint down The rear seat head rests are also adjustable 1 7 ...

Page 12: ...an fold either side of the seatback down for more cargo space Make sure the front seat is not reclined If it is the rear seatback will not fold down all the way Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 1 8 ...

Page 13: ... that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause i...

Page 14: ...s are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly Your vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle your safety belts See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3 30 In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law re...

Page 15: ...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 16: ...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 17: ...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 18: ...elts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag is provided all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection That is true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I am a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an excellent driver but if you are in a crash even one that is not your fault you and...

Page 19: ...out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts First before you or your passenger s wear a safety belt there is important information you should know Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to th...

Page 20: ...oo loose It will not give as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit snugly against your body 1 16 ...

Page 21: ...otection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose In a crash you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs 1 17 ...

Page 22: ...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 on the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 18 ...

Page 23: ...ured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen not on the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 19 ...

Page 24: ...shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which are not as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 1 20 ...

Page 25: ...ash you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury You might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 1 21 ...

Page 26: ...oss the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer retailer to fix it 1 22 ...

Page 27: ...rtion of a passenger belt out all the way you may engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 28 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so ...

Page 28: ...h the belt push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way When the safety belt is not in use slide the latch plate up the safety belt webbing The latch plate should rest on the stitching on the safety belt near the guide loop on the side wall Before you close a door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle 1 2...

Page 29: ...it try to move it down without squeezing the buttons to make sure it has locked into position Safety Belt Pretensioners Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the front outboard occupants Although you cannot see them they are part of the safety belt assembly They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crash if the threshol...

Page 30: ...ort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outboard passenger position in the rear seat Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slot...

Page 31: ...s of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described previously in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guide squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guide Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip...

Page 32: ...or pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Safety Belt Extender If the safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer retailer will order you an extender When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal in...

Page 33: ...continue If no return to the booster seat Buckle the lap shoulder belt Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder If yes continue If no try using the rear safety belt comfort guide See Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 1 23 for more information If the shoulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder then return to the booster seat Does the lap belt fit low and snug ...

Page 34: ...a crash Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 1 23 According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safety bel...

Page 35: ...d would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child might slide under the lap belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The child could also move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 1 31 ...

Page 36: ...er allow children to play with the safety belts Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people or can be thrown out of the vehicle In addition young children should not use the vehicle s adult safety belts alone they need to use a child restraint CAUTION Peopl...

Page 37: ...s plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 38: ...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 39: ... 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 should always be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems A rear facing infant seat A provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to kee...

Page 40: ...dd On Child Restraint in the Vehicle CAUTION A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle Make sure the child restraint is properly installed in the vehicle using the vehicle s safety belt or LATCH system following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual 1 36 ...

Page 41: ...oklet or both and to this manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Securing the Child Within ...

Page 42: ...ld seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the righ...

Page 43: ...ompatible with this vehicle Wherever you install a child restraint be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it If you secure a child restraint in the left or center rear seat using...

Page 44: ...pant prohibited B Child restraint using LATCH A Child restraint using LATCH B Child restraint or occupant using safety belt C Child restraint using safety belt or LATCH or occupant using safety belt A Child restraint or occupant using safety belt A Child restraint or occupant using safety belt B Child restraint using LATCH 1 40 ...

Page 45: ...must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint that has LATCH attachments The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how to use the child restraint and its attachment...

Page 46: ...child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint If the child restraint does not have a top tether one can be obt...

Page 47: ... use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached Accident statistics show that children ...

Page 48: ...le s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual CAUTION Each top tether anchor and lower anchor in the vehicle is designed to hold only one child restraint Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or ot...

Page 49: ...may cause damage to these parts Make sure when securing unused safety belts behind the child restraint that there is no contact between the child restraint LATCH attachment parts and the vehicle s safety belt assembly Folding an empty rear seat with the safety belts secured may cause damage to the safety belt or the seat When removing the child restraint always remember to return the safety belts ...

Page 50: ...ts also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether 1 Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lower anchors If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors secure the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual 1 1...

Page 51: ...he seatback If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts See Head Restraints on page 1 7 If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether under the headres...

Page 52: ... that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow t...

Page 53: ...the buckle until it clicks Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 49 ...

Page 54: ...raint as you tighten the belt 6 If your child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 41 for more information 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and le...

Page 55: ...r facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag no system is fail saf...

Page 56: ...the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint 1 Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward facing child restraint When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag the off indicator on the passenger airbag status in...

Page 57: ...ulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 1 53 ...

Page 58: ...e on indicator is still lit secure the child in the child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle and check with your dealer retailer To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way Airbag System Your vehicle has the following airbags A frontal airbag for the driver A frontal airbag for the right front passenger A seat mounted side impact ai...

Page 59: ...ash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Airbags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts All airbags are designed to work with safety belts but do not replace them CAUTION Frontal airbags are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear crashes or in many side cr...

Page 60: ...seating positions with seat mounted side impact airbags and or roof rail airbags CAUTION Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults 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 Always secure children properl...

Page 61: ...Where Are the Airbags The driver s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 57 ...

Page 62: ...r are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door The roof rail airbags for the driver right front passenger and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows Driver Side shown Passenger Side similar Driver Side shown Passenger Side similar 1 58 ...

Page 63: ...wn through any door or window opening If you do the path of an inflating roof rail airbag will be blocked When Should an Airbag Inflate Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver s or right front passenger s head and chest However they are only designed to inflate if the impact ...

Page 64: ... airbags are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers rear impacts or in many side impacts In addition your vehicle has dual stage frontal airbags Dual stage airbags adjust the restraint according to crash severity Your vehicle has electronic frontal sensors which help the sensing system distinguish between a moderate frontal impact and a more severe frontal impact For moderate frontal imp...

Page 65: ... down For seat mounted side impact and roof rail airbags deployment is determined by the location and severity of the side impact What Makes an Airbag Inflate In a deployment event the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inflator Gas from the inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to break out of the cover and deploy The inflator the airbag and related...

Page 66: ...Airbag Inflate on page 1 59 for more information Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates After the frontal airbags and seat mounted side impact airbags inflate they quickly deflate so quickly that some people may not even realize an airbag inflated Roof rail airbags may still be at least partially inflated for s...

Page 67: ... off by using the controls for those features In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After an airbag inflates you will need some new parts for the airbag system If you do not get them the airbag system will not be t...

Page 68: ...ions The driver s airbags are not part of the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger s seat The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the right front passenger s frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag should be enabled may inflate or not Accident statistics ...

Page 69: ...traint in a rear seat The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag if The right front passenger seat is unoccupied The system determines that an infant is present in a rear facing infant seat The system determines that a small child is present in a child restraint The system determines that a small child is pres...

Page 70: ...ar seat position in the vehicle and check with your dealer retailer The passenger sensing system is designed to enable may inflate the right front passenger s frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger s seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbags to be enabled the on i...

Page 71: ...during vehicle maneuvers and braking which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status See Safety Belts and Child Restraints in the Index for additional information about the importance of proper restraint use CAUTION If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system If th...

Page 72: ... proper operation of the passenger sensing system Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle Your dealer retailer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Informatio...

Page 73: ... Any object such as an aftermarket seat heater or a comfort enhancing pad or device installed under or on top of the seat fabric could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system This could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger airbag s or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag s See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 6...

Page 74: ...e safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3 30 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care of Safety Belts on page 5 77 Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement Make sure the airbag readiness light is working See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 31 for more information Notice If an airbag covering is da...

Page 75: ...mblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer retailer to have your safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced If your vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash you may need new LATCH system parts New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system if equipped was not being used at the time of the crash If an ...

Page 76: ... NOTES 1 72 ...

Page 77: ...obilizer Operation 2 17 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 18 New Vehicle Break In 2 18 Ignition Positions 2 19 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 20 Starting the Engine Automatic Engine Start Stop 2 20 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 2 24 Engine Coolant Heater 2 24 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 26 Parking Brake 2 28 Regenerative Braking 2 29 Shifting Into PARK P 2 29 Shifting Out of PARK ...

Page 78: ...35 Storage Areas 2 38 Glove Box 2 38 Cupholder s 2 38 Instrument Panel Storage 2 39 Front Storage Area 2 39 Center Console Storage 2 39 Driver s Storage Compartment 2 39 Sunroof 2 40 Section 2 Features and Controls 2 2 ...

Page 79: ...f caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children The key can be used for the ignition and all locks The key has a bar coded key tag that the dealer retailer or qualified locksmith can use to make new keys Store this information in a safe place not in your vehicle Notice If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle you may have to damage the vehicle to get in ...

Page 80: ...ation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range try this Check the distance The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle Stand closer during rainy or snowy weather Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a ...

Page 81: ...IC the remote unlock feedback can be programmed to have the horn chirp and or the turn signals flash when the RKE transmitter is used to unlock the vehicle s doors See UNLOCK HORN and LIGHT FLASH under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 53 for more information If enabled through the DIC and it is dark enough outside the vehicle s high beam headlamps parking lamps and back up lamps will turn on ...

Page 82: ...nsmitter will no longer work after the new transmitters are re coded Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Replace the battery if the KEY FOB BATT Battery LOW message displays in the DIC See KEY FOB BATT Battery LOW under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 48 for additional information Notice When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of ...

Page 83: ...Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter if the vehicle has one Turn the key counterclockwise to unlock the door From the inside lock and unlock the door by moving the manual lock knob down and up or by using the power door lock switches Power Door Locks The p...

Page 84: ...g the vehicle the doors lock immediately If the power door unlock switch or the transmitter unlock button is pressed the doors unlock immediately and do not lock automatically after the doors are closed This feature is turned on at the factory but may be turned off through the Driver Information Center DIC See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 53 Programmable Automatic Door Locks Your vehicle ...

Page 85: ...ation turn the slot to the vertical position Lockout Protection This feature prevents the driver s door from being locked using the power door locks if the key is left in the ignition and a door is open Press the power door lock switch to lock all the doors and then unlock the driver s door Press and hold the power door lock switch for more than three seconds to override this feature If the key is...

Page 86: ...cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid Make sure all other windows are shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle See Climate Control System If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust on page 2 31 ...

Page 87: ...or point when securing items in the trunk may damage it Use the trunk assist handle only to help you close the trunk lid Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk enablin...

Page 88: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 12 ...

Page 89: ...he second position and release the switch to activate the express up feature To stop the window as it is raising pull up or press down briefly on the switch again Programming the Power Windows If the battery on your vehicle has been recharged disconnected or is not working you will need to reprogram the driver s power window for the express up feature to work Replace or recharge the vehicle s batt...

Page 90: ...way up to the second position The window rises for as long as the switch is held Once the switch is released the express mode is re activated In this mode the window can still close on an object in its path Use care when using the override mode Window Lockout The driver s power window controls also include a lockout button o Window Lockout Press the lockout button to stop the rear passengers from ...

Page 91: ...the open door is closed the system will arm The security light located on the instrument panel cluster comes on to indicate that arming has been initiated Once the system is armed the security light flashes once every three seconds If the security light is flashing twice per second this means that a door is open If the system is armed and the key is used to unlock the vehicle the alarm will be act...

Page 92: ...elf Press the unlock button on the RKE transmitter This will also disarm the system Insert the key in the ignition and turn it on This will also disarm the system How to Detect a Tamper Condition If three chirps are heard when the unlock or lock button is pressed on the RKE transmitter it means that the content theft security system alarm was previously triggered PASS Key III Electronic Immobilize...

Page 93: ...Anyone using a trial and error method to start the vehicle will be discouraged because of the high number of electrical key codes When trying to start the vehicle if the engine does not start and the security light on the instrument panel cluster comes on there may be a problem with your theft deterrent system Turn the ignition off and try again If the engine still does not start and the key appea...

Page 94: ...iler Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key III system at this time If the PASS Key III key is lost or damaged see your dealer retailer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to have a new key made Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice Your vehicle does not nee...

Page 95: ... left in the ignition ACC ACC ACCESSORY This position lets you use things like the radio and windshield wipers while the engine is not running R ON RUN This position unlocks the ignition It is also the position to where the key returns after you release the switch and the engine starts The switch will stay in this position while the engine is running But even while the engine is not running you ca...

Page 96: ...ry Power RAP These vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off Audio System Power Windows Sunroof if equipped These features continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to LOCK OFF The power windows and sunroof will work until any door is opened The radio continues to work until the driver s door is opened All these features operate when t...

Page 97: ... START position immediately after cranking has ended can overheat and damage the cranking motor and drain the battery Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to let the cranking motor cool down 2 If the engine does not start after 5 10 seconds especially in very cold weather below 0 F or 18 C it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor an...

Page 98: ... engine to turn off when you apply the brakes and come to a complete stop When you take your foot off the brake pedal or press the accelerator pedal the engine will start The engine will continue to run until the next AUTO STOP The AUTO STOP symbol on the tachometer signifies that the engine is in AUTO STOP mode See Auto Stop Mode on page 3 44 for more information When the vehicle is turned off th...

Page 99: ...celerator pedal is applied When shifting out of DRIVE D to any other gear If the Hybrid A C button is selected the duration of the AUTO STOP will depend on the outside temperature This economy mode improves fuel economy by limiting the effects of the air conditioning The warmer it is outside the shorter the time before the engine is restarted to provide cabin cooling The climate control system is ...

Page 100: ...e of the instrument panel The adjustable pedal feature is meant to be used with the adjustable seat and adjustable steering wheel controls to reach a safe and comfortable position Adjust the throttle and brake pedals to reach a comfortable and safe operating position by pushing the right and left arrow to move the pedals either closer or further from your body Engine Coolant Heater The engine cool...

Page 101: ...t AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 3 Plug the cord into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet 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 ...

Page 102: ...ddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into PARK P on page 2 29 Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system You have to fully apply the regular bra...

Page 103: ...while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Do not shift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission The repairs would not be cover...

Page 104: ...sing the brakes Use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is put in LOW L the transmission will not shift into LOW L until the vehicle is going slowly enough Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission The repair will not be covered by your warranty If you are stuck do not spin the t...

Page 105: ...ng in a forward gear This causes your vehicle to slow down slightly faster It may feel like the brake pedal is being pressed even when it is not Shifting Into PARK P 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 c...

Page 106: ...m PARK P without first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked in PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To pr...

Page 107: ...aust parts under your vehicle and ignite Do not park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn Engine Exhaust CAUTION Engine exhaust can kill It contains the gas carbon monoxide CO which you cannot see or smell It can cause unconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if The exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle wa...

Page 108: ...ne running Also see If You Are Caught in a Blizzard under Winter Driving on page 4 17 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 ...

Page 109: ...hicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror with a compass and OnStar The automatic dimming feature enables the mirror to sense nighttime glare from vehicle headlamps from behind and automatically dim to reduce the glare to a safe level The automatic dimming feature turns on each time the vehicle is started O This is the on off button Press and hold the on off button until the indicator li...

Page 110: ... not adjusted for compass variance the compass could give false readings The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if the vehicle is driven outside zone eight Under certain circumstances such as a long distance cross country trip it will be necessary to adjust the compass variance To adjust for compass var...

Page 111: ...rface of the outside mirrors will heat when the rear window defogger is activated See Rear Window Defogger under Automatic Climate Control System on page 3 21 for more information OnStar System OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide you with a wide range of safety security information and convenience services If your airbags deploy the system is designed to make a...

Page 112: ... Directions Connections Plan is included for one year from the date of purchase You can extend this plan beyond the first year or upgrade to the Directions Connections Plan For more information press the OnStar button to speak with an advisor Some OnStar services such as Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance may not be available until you register with OnStar Available Services ...

Page 113: ... S OnStar Steering Wheel Controls Your vehicle may have a Talk Mute button that can be used to interact with OnStar Hands Free Calling See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3 75 for more information On some vehicles you may have to hold the button for a few seconds and give the command ONSTAR to activate the OnStar Hands Free Calling On some vehicles the mute button can be used to dial numbers...

Page 114: ...o important parts of your vehicle in an accident hills tall buildings tunnels weather or wireless phone network congestion Your Responsibility Increase the radio volume if you cannot hear the OnStar advisor If the light next to the OnStar buttons is red this means that your system is not functioning properly and should be checked by your dealer retailer If the light appears clear no light is appea...

Page 115: ...tch Inside is a removable bin divider to customize the storage compartment There also may be a storage pocket at the rear of the center console The armrest on top of the center console can be adjusted to a rearward middle and forward position To adjust pull or push the front of the armrest to the desired position In front of the main storage bin is another storage area To access push down and then...

Page 116: ...switch again If the sunshade is closed it will open automatically when the sunroof opens past the vented position A deflector will automatically raise when the sunroof is opened The deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed To close the sunroof press the front of the switch and hold it until the sunroof is closed The sunroof will stop if the switch is released Close the sunshade by hand Th...

Page 117: ...ront Reading Lamps 3 18 Rear Reading Lamps 3 18 Trunk Lamp 3 18 Battery Run Down Protection 3 19 Accessory Power Outlet s 3 19 Cigarette Lighter 3 20 Climate Controls 3 21 Automatic Climate Control System 3 21 Outlet Adjustment 3 26 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 27 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 28 Speedometer and Odometer 3 29 Trip Odometer 3 29 Tachometer 3 29 Safety Belt Reminders 3 30 Airb...

Page 118: ...tion Center DIC 3 45 DIC Operation and Displays 3 46 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 48 DIC Vehicle Personalization 3 53 Audio System s 3 58 Setting the Clock 3 59 Radio s 3 60 Using an MP3 3 70 XM Radio Messages 3 74 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 75 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 75 Radio Reception 3 76 Backglass Antenna 3 77 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 77 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3 2 ...

Page 119: ... NOTES 3 3 ...

Page 120: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 121: ...e Cruise Control on page 3 10 Driver Information Center DIC Buttons See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 45 J Tilt Lever See Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel on page 3 7 K Horn See Horn on page 3 6 L Audio Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3 75 M Ignition Switch See Ignition Positions on page 2 19 N Automatic Climate Control System See Automatic...

Page 122: ...Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press again to turn the flashers completely off The hazard warning flashers work even if the key is not in the ignition switch Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on the steerin...

Page 123: ...to a comfortable position Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place Do not adjust the tilt and telescope lever while driving 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 124: ... an accident Also check the appropriate fuses See Fuses on page 5 85 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam push the turn signal multifunction lever away from you This light comes on in the instrument panel cluster if the high beam lamps are turned on while the ignition is in ON RUN To change the headlamps from high beam to low beam pull the turn signal l...

Page 125: ...onger delay cycles To the left of the adjust band are bars that indicate the frequency of the wipes Smaller bars mean the wiper movement is less frequent Larger bars mean the wiper movement is more frequent During intermittent wiping mode the delay cycle time is sensitive to vehicle speed As the vehicle speed increases your delay cycle time will decrease and wiper movement will occur more frequent...

Page 126: ... can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below 25 mph 40 km h CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed So do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip and you could lose contro...

Page 127: ...ehicle is in cruise control and the Traction Control System TCS or Enhanced Traction System ETS begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control automatically disengages See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 5 and Electronic Stability Control ESC on page 4 7 When road conditions allow the cruise control can be used again Resuming a Set Speed Suppose the cruise control is set at a desired speed an...

Page 128: ...edal to increase the vehicle s speed When you take your foot off the pedal the vehicle slows down to the previously set cruise control speed Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control works on hills depends upon the vehicle s speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you might have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle s speed When going...

Page 129: ...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 in AUTO a momentary turn of the switch to off on will turn off the Automatic Headlamp System Turn the switch to off on again will turn the Automatic Headlamp System back on The Automatic Headlamp System is always turned on at the beginning of an ignition cycle The...

Page 130: ... ON ON Taillamp OFF ON ON ON Canadian Exterior Lamp Positions for Daytime Lamps P AUTO 2 Headlamp DRL Mode DRL Mode DRL Mode ON Parking Lamp OFF OFF ON ON Taillamp OFF OFF ON ON Canadian Exterior Lamp Positions for Nighttime Lamps P AUTO 2 Headlamp ON ON ON ON Parking Lamp ON ON ON ON Taillamp ON ON ON ON 3 14 ...

Page 131: ... to AUTO Daytime Running Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional DRL are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system will turn the low beam headlamps o...

Page 132: ...the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the DRL and the automatic headlamp systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and automatic headlamp systems will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than this delay If vehicle is started in a dark garage the automatic headlamp sys...

Page 133: ...eadlamps to be on along with the fog lamps 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 The switch on the dome lamp has three positions 9 Off This position shuts off the lamp completely even when a door is open 1 Door This positio...

Page 134: ...y s illumination and LEDs become lower and the backlighting is activated To avoid this condition backlighting is turned off and the displays and LEDs are set to a high predetermined intensity when daylight conditions are detected to enhance the display s visibility during daytime Front Reading Lamps Press the lens to turn the reading lamps on and off The reading lamps will turn on when the door is...

Page 135: ...r outlets can be used to connect auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio There are two accessory power outlets One accessory power outlet is located inside the storage bin below the climate controls and the other outlet is on the rear of the center storage console To use an outlet lift the protective cap When not in use always cover the outlet with the protective ca...

Page 136: ... because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle may have a cigarette lighter To use the lighter located on the instrument panel below the climate controls push it in all the way and let go When it is ready it will pop back out by itself Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating does not let the lighter back away from the heating...

Page 137: ...ngs can lead to higher fuel usage and or fewer Auto Stops The following are climate control settings that use more fuel Normal air conditioning mode The defrost mode Extreme temperature settings such as 60 F 15 C 90F 32 C High fan speed settings To help reduce fuel usage Use the full automatic control as described under Automatic Operation Use hybrid air conditioning instead of the normal air cond...

Page 138: ... F 23 C is recommended Allow about 20 minutes for the system to regulate Press the w or x arrow temperature buttons to adjust the temperature setting as necessary If the temperature is set at 60 F 15 C the system remains at the maximum cooling setting If the temperature is set at 90 F 32 C the system remains at the maximum heat setting Choosing either maximum setting does not cause the vehicle to ...

Page 139: ...s Information on defogging and defrosting can be found later in this section Normal Air Conditioning Press to turn the air conditioning compressor on and off A light above the button comes on to show that it is activated When air conditioning is selected or is in AUTO mode the system runs the air conditioning automatically to cool and dehumidify the air entering the vehicle While in this mode the ...

Page 140: ...when trying to limit odors from entering the vehicle and for maximum air conditioning performance in hot weather Only use this mode when it is needed for comfort Press this button to cancel the auto recirculation feature Each time the vehicle is started the system reverts to the auto recirculation function If recirculation is selected while in defrost defog or floor mode the light on the button fl...

Page 141: ...n be minimized if the climate control system is used properly There are two modes to choose from to clear fog or frost from the windshield Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly Defog Turn the mode knob to this position to select the defog setting which delivers air to the floor...

Page 142: ...nes in the rear glass These actions may damage the rear defogger Repairs would not be covered by your warranty Outlet Adjustment Use the lever located in the center of each outlet by moving it either up and down or side to side to change the direction and amount of airflow in the vehicle Operation Tips Clear away any ice snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may blo...

Page 143: ...t few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they are working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there could be or there is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there is a problem with your vehicle When ...

Page 144: ... is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going how much fuel you are using and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically United States Base version shown Canada Similar 3 28 ...

Page 145: ... total of the old odometer If that is not possible then it must be set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far you have driven since you last reset it The trip odometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information Center DIC See DIC Operation and Displays on...

Page 146: ...the chime nor the light will come on Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the engine is started a chime will sound for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt This would only occur if the passenger airbag is enabled See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 64 for more information The passenger safety belt light located on the instrument panel w...

Page 147: ... 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 without a crash To he...

Page 148: ...f the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger s frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag are enabled may inflate CAUTION If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger s seat it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger s...

Page 149: ...the right front passenger s frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 64 for more on this including important safety information If after several seconds both status indicator lights remain on or if there are no lights at all there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system See your dealer retailer for service CAUTION If the air...

Page 150: ...n off all the accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part is not working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there is a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should c...

Page 151: ...Brake System ABS Warning Light For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System ABS this light comes on briefly when the engine is started That 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 If the ABS light stays on turn the ignition off if the light comes on when you are driving stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn the igniti...

Page 152: ...ch feature s is no longer functioning and whether it is because of the driver turning off the feature s or the system may not be working properly and your vehicle requires service If the TCS is disabled wheel spin will not be limited If the ESC system is disabled the system will not aid in maintaining vehicle directional control In either case adjust your driving accordingly If the indicator warni...

Page 153: ...page 5 24 for more information Tire Pressure Light Your vehicle has a tire pressure light This light comes on briefly when the engine is started and provides information about tire pressures and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System When the Light is Solid This indicates that one or more of your tires are significantly underinflated A tire pressure message in the Driver Information Center DIC may ac...

Page 154: ...system before any problem is apparent This can prevent more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Notice If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while the emission controls might not work as well your vehicle s fuel economy might not be as good and the engine might not run as smoothl...

Page 155: ... the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park the vehicle Turn the ignition off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer retailer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You m...

Page 156: ...d Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or might begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check e...

Page 157: ...n on the ignition as a check to show you it is working If it does not come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the bulb Have it fixed right away CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engin...

Page 158: ...se Control Light This light comes on whenever you set the cruise control The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off See Cruise Control on page 3 10 for more information Highbeam On Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 3 8 for more information 3 42 ...

Page 159: ...gs that some owners ask about These are normal and do not indicate a problem with your fuel gage At the service station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The in...

Page 160: ...as in a maximum acceleration the needle will move to the ASSIST range The ASSIST range is on the right side of the gage and shows an arrow pointing out of a battery When the electric motor operates as a generator to perform regenerative braking while decelerating the needle will move to the CHARGE range See Regenerative Braking on page 2 29 for more information The needle will also move into the C...

Page 161: ...ver Information Center DIC Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center DIC The DIC display gives you the status of many of your vehicle s systems The DIC is also used to display driver personalization menu modes and warning status messages All messages will appear in the DIC display located at the bottom of the instrument panel cluster The DIC buttons are located on the left side of the steering ...

Page 162: ...e the DIC display to English or metric units see UNITS under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 53 TRIP A or TRIP B Press the information button until TRIP A or TRIP B display These modes show the current distance traveled since the last reset for each trip odometer in either miles mi or kilometers km Both odometers can be used at the same time To reset the trip odometer to zero press and hold ...

Page 163: ...n idle stop AUTOSTOP displays which means that the electric motor generator is off the gas engine is off and the engine is not using any fuel AV Average SPEED Press the information button until AV SPEED displays This mode shows the vehicle s average speed in miles per hour mph or kilometers per hour km h To reset the average vehicle speed press and hold the reset button while AV SPEED is displayed...

Page 164: ...ed off and back on With most messages a warning chime sounds when the message displays Your vehicle may have other warning messages AUTO Automatic LIGHTS OFF This message displays if the automatic headlamp system is disabled with the headlamp switch See Automatic Headlamp System on page 3 16 for more information AUTO Automatic LIGHTS ON This message displays if the automatic headlamp system is ena...

Page 165: ...ight on page 3 37 CRUISE ENGAGED This message displays when the cruise control system is active See Cruise Control on page 3 10 for more information DOOR AJAR This message displays if one or more of the vehicle s doors are not closed properly Make sure that the door s are closed completely ENGINE DISABLED This message displays if the starting of the engine is disabled Have your vehicle serviced by...

Page 166: ...ssage displays and the ESC TCS light on the instrument panel cluster comes on solid when ESC is turned off Adjust your driving accordingly See Electronic Stability Control ESC on page 4 7 and Electronic Stability Control ESC Traction Control System TCS Indicator Warning Light on page 3 36 for more information HOOD AJAR This message displays if the hood is not fully closed Make sure that the hood i...

Page 167: ... if the parking brake is left engaged See Parking Brake on page 2 28 for more information SERVICE AIR BAG This message displays when there is a problem with the airbag system Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer retailer immediately SERVICE ESC ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL If your vehicle has Electronic Stability Control ESC this message displays and a chime sounds if there has been a problem...

Page 168: ...vehicle serviced by your dealer retailer SVC Service TIRE MONITOR This message displays if a part on the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS is not working properly The tire pressure light also flashes and then remains on during the same ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Light on page 3 37 Several conditions may cause this message to appear See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 5 53 for more in...

Page 169: ...e information button to scroll through the available personalization menu modes Press the reset button to scroll through the available settings for each mode If you do not make a selection within ten seconds the display will go back to the previous information displayed Personalization Menu Modes OIL LIFE RESET When this feature is displayed you can reset the engine oil life system To reset the sy...

Page 170: ... setting and move on to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC UNLOCK HORN This feature which allows the vehicle s horn to chirp on the first press of the unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter can be enabled or disabled When UNLOCK HORN appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scro...

Page 171: ...on to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC DELAY LOCK This feature which delays the actual locking of the vehicle can be enabled or disabled When DELAY LOCK appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scroll through the available settings ON default The doors will not lock until five seconds after the ...

Page 172: ...move on to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC UNLK Unlock This screen displays only if DRIVER or ALL is selected for the AUTO UNLK feature This feature determines when the automatic door unlocking will occur When UNLK appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scroll through the available settings K...

Page 173: ...n to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC LANGUAGE This feature allows you to select the language in which the DIC will display When LANGUAGE appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scroll through the available settings ENGLISH default All messages will appear in English FRENCH All messages will ap...

Page 174: ...vorite radio stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Then when driving conditions permit you can tune to your favorite radio stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them Notice Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle such as an audio system CD player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio make sure that it can be added by checking with y...

Page 175: ...EEK arrow or the s REV reverse button You can also turn the f knob located on the upper right side of the radio to adjust the selected setting Changing the Time and Date Default Settings You can change the time default setting from 12 hours to 24 hours or change the date default setting from month day year to day month year To change the time or date default settings follow these instructions 1 Pr...

Page 176: ...s tuned to an FM RDS station the station name or call letters display In rare cases a radio station can broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station Playing the Radio O Power Volume Press to turn the system on and off Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume The radio goes to the previous vo...

Page 177: ...e setting OFF Low Med or High to select the level of radio volume compensation The display times out after approximately 10 seconds Each higher setting allows for more radio volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Finding a Station BAND Press to switch between FM1 FM2 AM or XM if equipped The selection displays f Tune Turn to select radio stations SEEK Press the arrows to go to the previous o...

Page 178: ...abels and the information about that label displays While information is not available No Info displays Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite Drivers are encouraged to set up their radio station favorites while the vehicle is in PARK P Tune to your favorite stations using the presets favorites button and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has this feature See Defensive Driving on page 4 2 A ma...

Page 179: ...n that was set returns 4 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton radio station you want stored as a favorite The number of favorites pages can be setup using the MENU button To setup the number of favorites pages perform the following steps 1 Press the MENU button to display the radio setup menu 2 Press the pushbutton located below the FAV 1 6 label 3 Select the desired number of favorites pages by p...

Page 180: ...ess the f knob for more than two seconds until a beep sounds EQ Equalization Press to select preset equalization settings To return to the manual mode press the EQ button until Manual displays or start to manually adjust the bass midrange or treble by pressing the f knob Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL FADE Balance Fade To adjust balance or fade press the f knob until the speaker control l...

Page 181: ...station within the selected category 4 To exit the category search mode press the FAV button or BAND button to display your favorites again Undesired XM categories can be removed through the setup menu To remove an undesired category perform the following 1 Press the MENU button to display the radio setup menu 2 Press the pushbutton located below the XM CAT label 3 Turn the f knob to display the c...

Page 182: ...n you subscribe you will get unlimited access to XM Radio Online for when you are not in your vehicle A service fee is required to receive the XM service For more information contact XM at www xmradio com or call 1 800 929 2100 in the U S and www xmradio ca or call 1 877 438 9677 in Canada Radio Messages for XM Only See XM Radio Messages on page 3 74 later in this section for further detail Playin...

Page 183: ...a mild neutral detergent solution mixed with water and clean it Make sure the wiping process starts from the center to the edge Care of Your CD Player Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not advi...

Page 184: ...me of the track displays RDM Random Tracks can be listened to in random rather than sequential order To use random 1 Insert a disc partway into the slot of the CD player A RDM label displays 2 To play the tracks in random order press the pushbutton positioned under the RDM label until Random Current Disc displays Press the pushbutton again to turn off random play BAND Press to listen to the radio ...

Page 185: ...r right side of the faceplate This is not an audio output do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack You can however connect an external audio device such as an iPod laptop computer MP3 player CD changer or cassette tape player etc to the auxiliary input jack for use as another source for audio listening Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device while the vehicle...

Page 186: ... and ignore the MP3 files Pressing the CAT button toggles between compressed and uncompressed audio format MP3 Format If you burn your own MP3 disc on a personal computer Make sure the MP3 files are recorded on a CD R or CD RW disc Do not mix standard audio and MP3 files on one disc The CD player is able to read and play a maximum of 50 folders 50 playlists and 255 files Create a folder structure ...

Page 187: ... The root directory of the CD is treated as a folder If the root directory has compressed audio files the directory displays as F1 ROOT All files contained directly under the root directory are accessed prior to any root directory folders However playlists Px are always accessed before root folders or files Empty Directory or Folder If a root directory or a folder exists somewhere in the file stru...

Page 188: ...han 32 characters or four pages are shortened The display does not show parts of words on the last page of text and the extension of the filename is not displayed Preprogrammed Playlists Preprogrammed playlists that were created using WinAmp MusicMatch or Real Jukebox software can be accessed however you do not have playlist editing capability using the radio These playlists are treated as special...

Page 189: ...les recorded to the CD R or CD RW The radio might begin playing while it is scanning the disc in the background When the scan is finished the CD begins playing again Once the disc has scanned the player defaults to playing MP3 files in order by artist The current artist playing is shown on the second line of the display between the arrows Once all songs by that artist are played the player moves t...

Page 190: ...e at this time on this channel The system is working properly No CAT Info No category information is available at this time on this channel The system is working properly No Information No text or informational messages are available at this time on this channel The system is working properly CAT Not Found There are no channels available for the selected category The system is working properly XM ...

Page 191: ... displays and a beep sounds The radio goes to a station plays for a few seconds then goes to the next station Press either the down or up arrow again to stop scanning When a CD is playing press the down or up arrow to go to the next or to the previous track To scan the current CD press and hold the down or up arrow for more than two seconds The CD does go to the next track plays the first 10 secon...

Page 192: ...can also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble on the radio FM Stereo FM stereo gives the best sound but FM signals only reach about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to fade in and out XM Satellite Radio Service XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital ...

Page 193: ...our backglass antenna due to metallic tinting materials will not be covered by your warranty Because this antenna is built into the rear window there is a reduced risk of damage caused by car washes and vandals If adding a cellular telephone to your vehicle and the antenna needs to be attached to the glass make sure that the grid lines for the AM FM antenna are not damaged There is enough space be...

Page 194: ... NOTES 3 78 ...

Page 195: ...Road Recovery 4 11 Passing 4 12 Loss of Control 4 12 Driving at Night 4 13 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 14 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 15 Highway Hypnosis 4 15 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 16 Winter Driving 4 17 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 19 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 20 Loading Your Vehicle 4 20 Towing 4 25 Towing Your Vehicle 4 25 Recreational Vehicle Tow...

Page 196: ... then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Death and injury associated with drinki...

Page 197: ... 3 Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 34 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 thr...

Page 198: ...ng noise while this test is going on and you might even notice that the brake pedal moves a little This is normal If there is a problem with ABS this warning light will stay on See Anti lock Brake System ABS Warning Light on page 3 35 Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes and continue braking Here is what happens w...

Page 199: ...or are beginning to lose traction When this happens the system works the front brakes and reduces engine power by closing the throttle and managing engine spark to limit wheel spin This light will flash when your traction control system is limiting wheel spin You may feel or hear the system working but this is normal If your vehicle is in cruise control when TCS begins to limit wheel spin the crui...

Page 200: ...ribed previously when you press the button Traction Control Operation Traction control limits wheel spin by reducing engine power to the wheels engine speed management and by applying brakes to each individual wheel brake traction control as necessary The traction control system is enabled automatically when you start your vehicle and it will activate and flash the ESC TCS light and display the LO...

Page 201: ... the cruise control See Cruise Control on page 3 10 Adding non dealer non retailer accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 for more information Electronic Stability Control ESC Your vehicle may have an Electronic Stability Control ESC system which combines antilock brake traction and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain dir...

Page 202: ... automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to use cruise again you may re engage the cruise control See Cruise Control on page 3 10 The ESC TCS button is located on the center console The traction control system can be turned off or back on by pressing the ESC TCS button To disable both traction control and ESC press and hold the button briefly When the ESC system is turned off the TR...

Page 203: ...g assist should return shortly after a few normal steering movements The electric power steering system does not require regular maintenance If you suspect steering system problems contact your dealer retailer for service repairs See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 48 Steering Tips It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the ...

Page 204: ...e 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 Adding non dealer non retailer accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hi...

Page 205: ...ssible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery Your vehicle s right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while 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 stra...

Page 206: ...of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle s three control systems In the braking skid the wheels are not rolling In the steering or cornering skid too muc...

Page 207: ...member Any Antilock Brake System ABS helps avoid only the braking skid Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving because some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue Night driving tips include Drive defensively Do not drink and drive Reduce headlamp glare by adjusting the inside rearview mirror Slow down and keep more s...

Page 208: ...e to be carried away If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous Water can build up under your vehicle s tires so they actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplanin...

Page 209: ...Do they all work and are lenses clean Tires Are treads good Are tires inflated to recommended pressure Weather and Maps Safe to travel Have up to date maps Highway Hypnosis Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving If you become tired or sleepy find a safe place to park your vehicle and rest Other driving tips include Keep the vehicle well ventilated Keep interior temper...

Page 210: ...e assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down and they could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have the engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill Stay in ...

Page 211: ...ffer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it is about freezing 32 F 0 C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the su...

Page 212: ... be careful CAUTION Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You cannot see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking the exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does n...

Page 213: ... or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 4 20 If your vehicle has a traction system it can often help to free a stuck vehicle Refer to your vehicle s traction system in the Index If the stuck condition is too severe for the traction system to free the vehicle turn the traction system off and use the rocking method CAUTION If you let your vehicle s tires spin at high speed they can e...

Page 214: ...our vehicle If that does not get your vehicle out after a few tries it might need to be towed out If your vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 25 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 ...

Page 215: ...on pressures D For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 44 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 50 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 Determining Correct Load Limit 1 L...

Page 216: ...age load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity for your vehicle If your vehicle can tow a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 28 for important information on towing a trailer towing safety rules and trai...

Page 217: ...ct Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 5 750 lbs 340 kg C Available Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Item Description Total A Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Example 2 Example 3 4 23 ...

Page 218: ...R The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel cargo and tongue weight if pulling a trailer Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle CAUTION Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on the vehic...

Page 219: ...owing Your Vehicle To avoid vehicle damage a platform or flatbed trailer should be used to transport this vehicle Consult your dealer retailer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 7 If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motorhome see Recreational Vehicle...

Page 220: ...want to make sure your vehicle is prepared to be towed See Before Leaving on a Long Trip on page 4 15 Dinghy Towing When dinghy towing the vehicle should be run at the beginning of each day and at each RV fuel stop for about five minutes This will ensure proper lubrication of transmission components You may dinghy tow your vehicle from the front following these steps 1 Position the vehicle to tow ...

Page 221: ...le towing your vehicle Notice Towing your vehicle from the rear could damage it Also repairs would not be covered by the warranty Never have your vehicle towed from the rear Dolly Towing To tow your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and a dolly 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Put the gear shift lever in PARK P 3 Set the parking brake and then remove the ignition key 4 Clamp the steering wh...

Page 222: ...ler if it is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment To identify the trailering capacity of your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section Trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has t...

Page 223: ... or no more than 55 mph 89 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Don t tow a trailer when the outside temperature is above 100 F 38 C Three important considerations have to do with weight the weight of the trailer the weight of the trailer tongue and the total weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh more than 1 000 lbs 454 kg...

Page 224: ...ying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B If you re using a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 12 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving ...

Page 225: ... s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig And never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes If your vehicle has anti lock brakes don t try to tap into your vehicle s hydraulic brake system If you do both brake systems won t work well or at all Be sure to read and follow the instru...

Page 226: ...ry sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When To...

Page 227: ...mission overheating If your engine does overheat see Engine Overheating on page 5 23 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 a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply your regular...

Page 228: ...tant in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant 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 re trailering it s a good idea to review this information before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight Engine Coolin...

Page 229: ...leaner Filter 5 18 Automatic Transmission Fluid 5 20 Engine Coolant 5 20 Pressure Cap 5 23 Engine Overheating 5 23 Cooling System 5 24 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 29 Brakes 5 30 Battery 5 32 Jump Starting 5 34 Headlamp Aiming 5 39 Bulb Replacement 5 40 Halogen Bulbs 5 40 Taillamps Turn Signal and Stoplamps 5 40 License Plate Lamp 5 42 Replacement Bulbs 5 42 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 43 Ti...

Page 230: ...shield and Wiper Blades 5 79 Aluminum Wheels 5 80 Tires 5 80 Sheet Metal Damage 5 81 Finish Damage 5 81 Underbody Maintenance 5 81 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 81 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 82 Vehicle Identification 5 83 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 83 Service Parts Identification Label 5 83 Electrical System 5 84 Add On Electrical Equipment 5 84 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 84 Power Wind...

Page 231: ...erodynamics durability and electronic systems like antilock brakes traction control and stability control Some of these accessories could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by warranty GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on your vehicle Your GM dealer retailer can accessorize your vehicle using genuine GM Accessories When you go to your GM dealer ret...

Page 232: ...s of automotive applications such as airbag initiators seat belt pretensioners and lithium batteries contained in remote keyless entry transmitters may contain perchlorate materials Special handling may be necessary For additional information see www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Doing Your Own Service Work CAUTION Never try to do your own service on hybrid components You can be injured a...

Page 233: ...s you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 15 Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 68 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service w...

Page 234: ... in Canada Some gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT We recommend against the use of gasolines containing MMT See Additives on page 5 7 for additional information California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications See the underhoo...

Page 235: ...were not designed for those fuels Notice Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions can contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopen...

Page 236: ...ones Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle This is against the law in some places Do not re enter the vehicle while pumping fuel Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The fuel door is located on the passenger side of the vehicle To open the fuel door apply pressure on the center of the ...

Page 237: ...e clockwise until it clicks Make sure the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 38 If your vehicle has a Driver Information Center DIC the CHECK GAS CAP message displays if the fuel cap is not properly installed CAUTION If a ...

Page 238: ...th the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping fuel Do not use a cellular phone while pumping fuel Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan...

Page 239: ...Lift the hood 4 Release the hood prop rod from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot marked with an arrow Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer Lower the hood 8 to 12 inches 20 to 30 cm above the vehicle and release it t...

Page 240: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood this is what you see 5 12 ...

Page 241: ... I Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 29 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the 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 See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the l...

Page 242: ...tions on page 5 93 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 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...

Page 243: ...mbol Oils meeting these requirements should have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container Notice Use only engine oil identi...

Page 244: ...ife system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE OIL SOON message will come on See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 48 Change the oil as soon as possible within the next 600 miles 1 000 km It is possible that if you are driving under the b...

Page 245: ...your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containing used engine oil S...

Page 246: ...ge 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 the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner ...

Page 247: ... with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off Notice If the air cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire ...

Page 248: ...ant is designed to remain in your vehicle 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 23 A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing p...

Page 249: ...ine could catch fire and 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 ...

Page 250: ...d burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark or slightly higher Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the surge tank but only when the engine is cool If the surge tank is empty a ...

Page 251: ...ent panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 3 37 for more information If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 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 coo...

Page 252: ...and let the engine idle 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary If the overheat warning is no longer on you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning does not come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there is still no sign of steam idle the en...

Page 253: ...touch them If you do you can be burned Do not run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle If 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 overheating both fans should be running If...

Page 254: ...tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 5 20 for more information If no coolant is visible in the surge tank add coolant as follows CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even ...

Page 255: ... cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine 1 Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling s...

Page 256: ...emains constant at the FULL COLD mark for at least five minutes 4 With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower than the FULL COLD mark add more of the proper mixture to the coolan...

Page 257: ...l on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water does not clean ...

Page 258: ...ea to top off the brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If fluid is added when the linings are worn there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed Add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If your vehicle has too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough Y...

Page 259: ... be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Washing Your Vehicle on page 5 78 Brake Wear Your vehicle has disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound can come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when ...

Page 260: ...ned and tested with top quality brake parts When you replace parts of the braking system for example when the brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in be sure you get new approved replacement parts If you do not the brakes might not work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between the front and rear brakes can change for the...

Page 261: ...ative cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger This will help maintain the charge of the battery over an extended period of time Remember to reconnect the battery when you are ready to drive your vehicle Notice The 36 volt hybrid battery system should be serviced only by a qualified facility to avoid battery system damage See your dealer retailer if service is needed Notice If the v...

Page 262: ...that would not be covered by your warranty Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work and it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 volt systems with negative gro...

Page 263: ...d 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 hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminal locations on each vehicle Your vehicle s positive terminal is located under a red tethered cap on the battery The negative ter...

Page 264: ...er and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some things you should know Positive will go to positive o...

Page 265: ...battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable does not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead bat...

Page 266: ... in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative Terminal B Good Battery or Remote Positive and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or...

Page 267: ...om the other vehicle 5 Return the caps over the positive and negative terminals to their original positions Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment However if your vehicle is damaged in a crash the headlamp aim may be affected Aim adjustment to the low beam headlamps may be necessary if oncoming drivers flash their high beam headlamps at yo...

Page 268: ...nd can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Taillamps Turn Signal and Stoplamps A Backup Lamp B Turn Signal Lamp C Stoplamp Taillamp If you have an uplevel vehicle see your dealer retailer 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 2 10 for more information 2 Remove the convenience net if the vehicle has one 3 ...

Page 269: ...ull the bulb from the socket 9 Install a new bulb 10 Reverse Steps 2 through 6 to reinstall the taillamp assembly Back up Lamp 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 2 10 for more information 2 Remove the wing nuts holding the trunk trim 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove from the lamp assembly 4 Pinch the connector tab to remove connector from bulb assembly 5 Snap connector into the bu...

Page 270: ...pening 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Install the new bulb 5 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the lamp assembly Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back Up Lamp 921 Front Parking Turn Signal Lamp 3157KX License Plate Lamp W5W Headlamps High Beam H9 Low Beam DRL H11 For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer retail...

Page 271: ...he windshield wiper arm connector away from the windshield 2 Push the release button 3 Slide the blade forward 4 Turn the blade toward you and continue to slide forward 5 Install the new blade onto the arm connector and make sure the grooved areas are fully set in the locked position For the proper type and size see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 13 5 43 ...

Page 272: ...Your Vehicle on page 4 20 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 vehicle s tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 50 Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured ...

Page 273: ...y guidelines C DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT 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 the DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was...

Page 274: ...it number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 75 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 75 percent as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of p...

Page 275: ...s are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascals kPa before a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 50 Curb Weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel...

Page 276: ...eight The sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Normal Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 20 Occupant Distribution Designated seating positions Outward Facing Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward whe...

Page 277: ... New Tires on page 5 57 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire See Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5 60 Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of de...

Page 278: ...e specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to your vehicle This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regard...

Page 279: ... Monitor System TPMS uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your vehicle s tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placa...

Page 280: ...the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 5 53 for additional information Federal Communications Commission FCC and Industry and Science Canada The Tir...

Page 281: ...e 3 46 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 48 The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as you start to drive This could be an early indicator that the air pressure in the tire s are getting low and need to be inflated to the proper pressure A Tire and Loading Information label shows the size of your vehicle s original e...

Page 282: ...nal equipment tires or wheels Tires and wheels other than those recommended for your vehicle could prevent the TPMS from functioning properly See Buying New Tires on page 5 58 Operating electronic devices or being near facilities using radio wave frequencies similar to the TPMS could cause the TPMS sensors to malfunction If the TPMS is not functioning it cannot detect or signal a low tire conditio...

Page 283: ...rm the sensor identification code has been matched to the tire wheel position 6 The passenger side front turn signal comes on to indicate that corner sensor is ready to be learned Proceed to the passenger side front tire and repeat the procedure in Step 5 7 The passenger side rear turn signal comes on to indicate that corner sensor is ready to be learned Proceed to the passenger side rear tire and...

Page 284: ...al wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 57 and Wheel Replacement on page 5 62 for more information When rotating the vehicle s tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire ...

Page 285: ...atures driving speeds vehicle loading and road conditions influence when you need new tires One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need new tires if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can...

Page 286: ...ec system considers over a dozen critical specifications that impact the overall performance of your vehicle including brake system performance ride and handling traction control and tire pressure monitoring performance GM s TPC Spec number is molded onto the tire s sidewall near the tire size If the tires have an all season tread design the TPC spec number will be followed by a MS for mud and sno...

Page 287: ...g Information label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 20 for more information about the Tire and Loading Information label and its location on your vehicle Different Size Tires and Wheels If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires this may affect the way your vehicle performs including its braking ride and handling characteristics stability ...

Page 288: ... safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 5 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performan...

Page 289: ...imum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to giv...

Page 290: ...ur 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 for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You c...

Page 291: ... Never use oil or grease on studs or the threads of the wheel nuts If you do the wheel nuts might come loose and the wheel could fall off causing a crash CAUTION Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to a crash Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equi...

Page 292: ...n cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of the vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on the vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To help avoid damage to th...

Page 293: ...e same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blow out 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 If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place and stopping Then...

Page 294: ...See Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily seal and Inflate a Punctured Tire later in this section After temporarily repairing a tire using the tire sealant and compressor kit take your vehicle to an authorized dealer retailer as soon as possible to have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced If the sealant is removed within 100 miles 161 kilometers of driving then it is eas...

Page 295: ...onal label adhered to the sealant canister Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local dealer retailer See Removal and Installation of Sealant Canister later in this section The sealant can temporarily seal a small puncture up to 6 mm in the tread area of ...

Page 296: ...t Air Hose D Air Pressure Gage E Air Only Hose F On Off Switch G Air Compressor Accessory Plug 1 Do a safety check before proceeding See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 5 65 2 Inspect the damaged tire The sealant cannot seal sidewall damage large punctures or a tire that has unseated from the wheel See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 7 Do not remove any objects that have penetrated the tire 5 68...

Page 297: ...rol system off can cause deadly carbon monoxide CO See Engine Exhaust on page 2 31 8 Start the vehicle See Starting the Engine Automatic Engine Start Stop on page 2 20 for more information The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor CAUTION Overinflation could cause the tire to rupture and you or others could be injured Be sure to read the inflator instructions and inflate the tire ...

Page 298: ... distributed in the tire Steps 11 through 17 must be done right after Step 10 Be careful while handling the tire sealant and compressor kit as they could be hot after usage 12 Unplug the air compressor accessory plug G from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle 13 Disconnect the sealant air hose C from the tire valve stem by turning it counterclockwise and replace the tire valve stem cap 14 Wr...

Page 299: ...Inflate an Underinflated Tire Not Punctured later in this section If the tire pressure has fallen more then 10 psi 68 kPa below the recommended inflation pressure stop driving the vehicle The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant and compressor cannot seal the tire See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 7 if you need assistance If the tire pressure has not dropped more than 10 psi 6...

Page 300: ...lockwise 4 Push the air only hose F onto the tire valve stem and push the lever down to secure in place 5 Plug the air compressor accessory plug into an accessory power outlet in the vehicle See Accessory Power Outlet s on page 3 19 for more information CAUTION Idling the engine in a closed in place or with the climate control system off can cause deadly carbon monoxide CO See Engine Exhaust on pa...

Page 301: ...careful while handling the tire sealant and compressor kit as they could be hot after usage 10 Unplug the air compressor accessory plug C from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle 11 Disconnect the air only hose F and wrap the hose in the bottom of the sealant and compressor kit CAUTION Storing the tire sealant and compressor kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle ...

Page 302: ...alant air hose from the compressor 4 Turn the sealant canister so the inflator filling hose is aligned with the slot in the compressor 5 Lift the sealant canister from the compressor and replace with a new sealant canister See your dealer retailer for more information To install a new sealant canister 1 Align the sealant air hose with the slot in the air compressor 2 Push the sealant canister down...

Page 303: ...lor to your home furnishings may also transfer color to your vehicle s interior When cleaning your vehicle s interior only use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended Use glass cleaner only on glass Remove any accidental over spray from other surfaces immediately To prevent over spray...

Page 304: ... interior Fabric Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor carpet and carpeted floor mats For any soil always try to remove it first with plain water or club soda Before cleaning gently remove as much of the soil as possible using one of the following techniques For l...

Page 305: ...s may permanently change the appearance and feel of your interior and are not recommended Do not use silicone or wax based products or those containing organic solvents to clean your vehicle s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Some commercial products may increase gloss on your instrument panel The increase in gloss may cause annoying re...

Page 306: ...o remove all cleaning agents completely If they are allowed to dry on the surface they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle Avoid using high pressure washes closer than 12 inches 30 cm to the surface of the vehicle Use of power washers exceeding 1 200 p...

Page 307: ... whenever possible Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster Washing with water is all that is usually needed However you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim if necessary Use special care with aluminum trim To avoid damaging protective trim never use auto or chrome polish steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum A ...

Page 308: ... wheels could damage the wheels The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Use chrome polish on chrome wheels only The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of the vehicle Do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because the surface could be damaged Do not use chrome polish on aluminum w...

Page 309: ...derbody 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 de...

Page 310: ...rom chrome 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 tires No wiping necessary Wash Wax Concentrate Medi...

Page 311: ...ation Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code helps identify the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 93 for your vehicle s engine code Service Parts Identification Label This label is on the inside of the glove box It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts The label has the following i...

Page 312: ...ehicle unless you check with your dealer retailer first Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage would not be covered by your warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Add on equipment can drain your vehicle s battery even if your vehicle is not operating Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anythin...

Page 313: ...band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure to replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating There are three fuse blocks in your vehicle one in the center of the instrument panel one in the engine compartment and one in the trunk There is a fuse puller located on the instrument panel fuse block It can be used to easily remove fuses from the fuse block Instrument Panel Fu...

Page 314: ... features listed Fuses Usage POWER MIRRORS Power Mirrors EPS Electronic Power Steering Fuses Usage RUN CRANK Cruise Control Switch Passenger Airbag Status Indicator HVAC BLOWER HIGH Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Blower High Speed Relay 5 86 ...

Page 315: ...OT INSTALLED Not Used RADIO Audio System INTERIOR LIGHTS Interior Lamps NOT INSTALLED Not Used POWER WINDOWS Power Windows Fuses Usage HVAC CTRL IGN Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Control Ignition HVAC BLOWER Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Blower Switch DOOR LOCK Door Locks ROOF HEAT SEAT Sunroof Power Windows NOT INSTALLED Not Used NOT INSTALLED Not Used AIRBAG BATT Airbag Battery SPA...

Page 316: ...located on the driver side of the engine compartment near the battery Your vehicle might not have all the fuses and features listed Notice Spilling liquid on any electrical components on your vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component 5 88 ...

Page 317: ...BS IGN 1 16 Engine Control Module IGN 1 17 Cooling Fan 1 18 Cooling Fan 2 19 Run Relay Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Blower Fuses Usage 20 Body Control Module 1 21 Body Control Module Run Crank 22 Rear Electrical Center 1 23 Rear Electrical Center 2 24 Antilock Brake System ABS 25 Body Control Module 2 26 Starter 41 Electric Power Steering 42 Transmission Control Module Battery 43 Ignition ...

Page 318: ... Headlamp 37 Horn 38 Low Beam Headlamp 39 Windshield Wiper 1 40 Windshield Wiper 2 48 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 49 Stoplamps 53 Transmission Pump Motor Diodes Usage 27 Wiper Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is located in the trunk of the vehicle Access the fuse block through the trunk panel on the driver side of the rear cargo area 5 90 ...

Page 319: ...Fuses Usage 1 Passenger Seat Controls 2 Driver Seat Controls 3 Not Used 4 Not Used Fuses Usage 5 Emission 2 Canister Vent Solenoid 6 Park Lamps Instrument Panel Dimming 7 Not Used 5 91 ...

Page 320: ...llite Radio UGDO 17 Back up Lamps 18 Not Used 19 Not Used 20 Auxiliary Power Outlets 21 Not Used 22 Trunk Release 23 Rear Defog Fuses Usage 24 Heated Mirrors 25 Fuel Pump Relays Usage 26 Rear Window Defogger 27 Park Lamps 28 Not Used 29 Not Used 30 Not Used 31 Not Used 32 Not Used 33 Back up Lamps 34 Not Used 35 Not Used 36 Trunk Release 37 Fuel Pump 38 Diode Cargo Lamp 5 92 ...

Page 321: ...arge amount see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood See your dealer retailer for more information Cooling System 8 1 qt 7 7 L Transmission Bottom Pan Removal 7 0 qt 6 6 L Engine Oil with Filter 5 0 qt 4 7 L Fuel Tank 16 3 gal 61 7 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Eng...

Page 322: ... NOTES 5 94 ...

Page 323: ...eduled 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 Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 13 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 14 Maintenance Record 6 15 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Page 324: ...ant Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from 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 want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition B...

Page 325: ... technician do the work See Doing Your Own Service Work on page 5 4 Some maintenance services can be complex So unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment you should have your dealer retailer do these jobs When you go to your dealer retailer for your service needs you will know that trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine parts If yo...

Page 326: ...member to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 5 16 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 s...

Page 327: ...tion pressures and wear See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 56 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 6 9 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 Inspec...

Page 328: ...000 150 000 240 000 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 18 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter See footnote h Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every five years whichever occurs first An Emission Control Servi...

Page 329: ...ement on page 5 43 and Windshield and Wiper Blades on page 5 79 for more information e Make sure the safety belt reminder light and safety belt assemblies are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced Also see Checking the Re...

Page 330: ...l performance of your vehicle Your dealer retailer can assist you with these checks and services Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle make sure they are the proper ones as shown in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil ...

Page 331: ... and Rotation on page 5 56 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 28 Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready ...

Page 332: ...he vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition to ON 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 contact your dealer retailer for service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition to LOCK OFF in eac...

Page 333: ...ion 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 regular brake Contact your dealer retailer if service is required Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring use plain water ...

Page 334: ...o Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Usage Fluid Lubricant Windshield Washer Optikleen Washer Solvent Automatic Transmission DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12...

Page 335: ...ned from your dealer retailer Part Part Numbers ACDelco Part Numbers Engine Air Cleaner Filter 22676970 A1627C Engine Oil Filter 2 4L L4 Engine 12605566 PF457G Spark Plugs 2 4L L4 Engine 12598004 41 103 Windshield Wiper Blades Driver Side 23 6 inches 60 0 cm 22688087 Passenger Side 21 0 inches 53 0 cm 22688086 6 13 ...

Page 336: ...ng The engine drive belt on this hybrid vehicle is under a higher tension than the engine drive belt on a non hybrid vehicle and requires the use of a special kind of tool to service See your dealer retailer for service 6 14 ...

Page 337: ...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 338: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16 ...

Page 339: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17 ...

Page 340: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18 ...

Page 341: ...9 Courtesy Transportation 7 9 Collision Damage Repair 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 14 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 15 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 7 16 Event Data Recorders 7 16 OnStar 7 17 Navigation System 7...

Page 342: ...manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help in the U S call the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 222 1020 In Canada call General Motors of Canada Customer Communication Centre at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in or...

Page 343: ... Council of Better Business Bureaus Inc 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington VA 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 STEP THREE Canadian Ow...

Page 344: ...eep track of your vehicle s service history and maintenance schedule Find GM dealers retailers for service nationwide Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members Refer to www MyGMLink com on the web for updated information and to register your vehicle My GM Canada Canada only My GM Canada is a password protected section of gmcanada com where you can save information on GM v...

Page 345: ...nce Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 www Chevrolet com 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 Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313 381 0022 ...

Page 346: ...cants can reimburse you up to 1 000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more details or to determine your vehicle s eligibility visit gmmobility com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323...

Page 347: ...service Lock out Service Lock out service will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle A remote unlock may be available if you have an active OnStar subscription To ensure security the driver must present personal identification before lock out service is provided In Canada the vehicle registration is also required Emergency Tow From a Public Roadway or Highway To...

Page 348: ...rip interruption expense assistance Alternative Service Canada only There may be times when Roadside Assistance cannot provide timely assistance Your advisor may authorize you to secure local emergency road service and you will be reimbursed up to 100 upon submission of the original receipt to Roadside Assistance In many instances mechanical failures may be covered However any cost for parts and l...

Page 349: ...nience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related If it is please call your dealership retailer let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer retailer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work d...

Page 350: ...nformation regarding the allowance amounts for reimbursement of fuel or other transportation costs 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 an overnight warranty repair Rental reimbursement will be limited and must be supported by original receipts This requires th...

Page 351: ...s of the vehicle A recycled original equipment GM part may be an acceptable choice to maintain your vehicle s originally designed appearance and safety performance however the history of these parts is not known Such parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty and any related failures are not covered by that warranty Aftermarket collision parts are also available These are made b...

Page 352: ...s If a Crash Occurs Here is what to do if you are involved in a crash Check to make sure that you are all right If you are uninjured make sure that no one else in your vehicle or the other vehicle is injured If there has been an injury call emergency services for help Do not leave the scene of a crash until all matters have been taken care of Move your vehicle only if its position puts you in dang...

Page 353: ...le If you have a question ask for an explanation Reputable shops welcome this opportunity Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair If you have a pre determined repair facility of choice take your vehicle there or have it towed there Specify to the facility that any required replacement...

Page 354: ...r NHTSA 400 Seventh Street SW Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect notify Transport Canada immediately in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited Call them at 1 800 333 0510 or writ...

Page 355: ... Portfolio Owner Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 U S plus processing fee Without Portfolio Owner Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 U S plus processing fee Current and Past Model Order Forms Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4...

Page 356: ... near crash like situations such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle s systems performed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as How various systems in your vehicle were opera...

Page 357: ... vehicle or vehicle owner OnStar If your vehicle has OnStar and you subscribe to the OnStar services please refer to the OnStar Terms and Conditions for information on data collection and use See also OnStar System on page 2 35 in this manual for more information Navigation System If your vehicle has a navigation system use of the system may result in the storage of destinations addresses telephon...

Page 358: ... NOTES 7 18 ...

Page 359: ...na Backglass 3 77 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 77 Antilock Brake System ABS 4 4 Anti lock Brake System Warning Light 3 35 Appearance Care Aluminum Wheels 5 80 Care of Safety Belts 5 77 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 81 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 78 Fabric Carpet 5 76 Finish Care 5 78 Finish Damage 5 81 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 77 Interior Cleaning 5 75 Sh...

Page 360: ...mps 5 40 Buying New Tires 5 58 C Calibration 2 33 California Fuel 5 6 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements 5 4 California Proposition 65 Warning 5 4 Canadian Owners ii Capacities and Specifications 5 93 Carbon Monoxide 2 10 2 31 4 17 4 28 Care of Safety Belts 5 77 CD MP3 3 70 Center Console Storage Area 2 39 Chains Tire 5 64 Charge Assist Gage 3 44 Charging System Light 3 34 Check Engine ...

Page 361: ...t 5 66 Content Theft Deterrent 2 15 Control of a Vehicle 4 3 Coolant Engine Temperature Warning Light 3 37 Heater Engine 2 24 Cooling System 5 24 Cruise Control 3 10 Cruise Control Light 3 42 Cupholder s 2 38 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation 7 9 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 7 5 Customer Assistance Offices 7 5 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 7 2 GM Mobilit...

Page 362: ...ain and on Wet Roads 4 14 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 4 20 Winter 4 17 E EDR 7 16 Electrical System Add On Equipment 5 84 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 88 Fuses 5 85 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 85 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 85 Rear Compartment Fuse Block 5 90 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 84 Electronic Immobilizer PASS Key III 2 16 Electronic Immobilizer Operation PASS Key III 2...

Page 363: ...18 Front Storage Area 2 39 Fuel 5 6 Additives 5 7 California Fuel 5 6 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 5 10 Fuel cont Filling the Tank 5 8 Fuels in Foreign Countries 5 7 Gage 3 43 Gasoline Octane 5 6 Gasoline Specifications 5 6 Running Out of 2 32 Fuel Economy Light 3 45 Fuses 5 85 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 88 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 85 Rear Compartment Fuse Block 5 90 Windshield Wipe...

Page 364: ...ighway Hypnosis 4 15 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 16 Hood Checking Things Under 5 10 Release 5 11 Horn 3 6 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 15 I Ignition Positions 2 19 Infants and Young Children Restraints 1 32 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 50 Inflator Kit Tire 5 66 Instrument Panel Brightness 3 17 Cluster 3 28 Overview 3 4 Storage Area 2 39 Intermediate Voltage Devices and Wiring 5 84 J Jump Startin...

Page 365: ...3 32 Safety Belt Reminders 3 30 Security 3 42 Tire Pressure 3 37 Light Auto Stop Mode 3 44 Lighting Entry Exit 3 18 Parade Dimming 3 18 Lights Exterior Lamps 3 13 Flash to Pass 3 8 High Low Beam Changer 3 8 On Reminder 3 15 Loading Your Vehicle 4 20 Lockout Protection 2 9 Locks Delayed Locking 2 8 Door 2 7 Lockout Protection 2 9 Power Door 2 7 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 8 Rear Door Securi...

Page 366: ...iew with OnStar and Compass 2 33 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 33 Outside Power Mirrors 2 35 MP3 3 70 MyGMLink com 7 4 N Navigation System Privacy 7 17 New Vehicle Break In 2 18 O Odometer 3 29 Odometer Trip 3 29 Off Road Recovery 4 11 Oil Engine 5 13 Pressure Light 3 41 Oil Engine Oil Life System 5 16 Older Children Restraints 1 29 Online Owner Center 7 4 OnStar Privacy 7 17 OnStar System see OnStar M...

Page 367: ...Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 8 R Radio Frequency Identification RFID Privacy 7 17 Radio s 3 60 Radios Reception 3 76 Setting the Clock 3 59 Theft Deterrent 3 75 Rear Door Security Locks 2 9 Rear Reading Lamps 3 18 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming with OnStar and Compass 2 33 Rearview Mirrors 2 33 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 2...

Page 368: ...Seat Position 1 51 Security Light 3 42 Service 5 3 Accessories and Modifications 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 5 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements 5 4 California Proposition 65 Warning 5 4 Doing Your Own Work 5 4 Engine Soon Light 3 38 Publications Ordering Information 7 15 Service Scheduling Appointments 7 9 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 68 Setting t...

Page 369: ...80 Tires cont Different Size 5 59 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 65 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 50 Inspection and Rotation 5 56 Pressure Monitor Operation 5 53 Pressure Monitor System 5 51 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 5 66 Tire Sidewall Labeling 5 45 Tire Terminology and Definitions 5 47 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 60 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 5 61 Wheel Replacement 5 62 When It Is Time for New ...

Page 370: ...dicators 3 27 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages 3 48 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Warnings cont Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 61 Different Size 5 59 Replacement 5 62 Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Windows 2 12 Power 2 13 Windshield Washer 3 10 Washer Fluid 5 29 Wiper Blade Replacement 5 43 Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 79 Wiper Fu...

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