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Chevrolet MONTE CARLO 2005, Owner'S Manual

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Driving with a Trailer

Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience.
Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get
to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of
handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer.
And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are
driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as
responsive as your vehicle is by itself.

Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform
(and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector,
lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has
electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and
then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be
sure the brakes are working. This lets you check your
electrical connection at the same time.

During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the
load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer
brakes are still working.

Following Distance

Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as
you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.
This can help you avoid situations that require
heavy braking and sudden turns.

Passing

You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when
you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal
longer, you’ll need to go much farther beyond the
passed vehicle before you can return to your lane.

Backing Up

Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand.
Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that hand
to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your
hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible,
have someone guide you.

Making Turns

Notice: Making very 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.

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Summary of Contents for MONTE CARLO 2005

Page 1: ...ges and Indicators 3 28 Message Center 3 42 Driver Information Center DIC 3 51 Trip Computer 3 53 Audio System s 3 54 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 34 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Headlamp Aiming 5 54 Bulb Replacement 5 54 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 58 Tires 5 59 Appearance Care 5 8...

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

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

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

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

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...er Children 1 27 Infants and Young Children 1 29 Child Restraint Systems 1 33 Where to Put the Restraint 1 36 Top Strap 1 37 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 38 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 39 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 41 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 41 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 ...

Page 8: ...ld 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 If your vehicle has manual seats lift the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure the seat is locked in place 1 2 ...

Page 9: ...the control up or down Raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion by sliding the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion by sliding the rear of the control up or down Manual Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature the knob is located on the outboard side of the driver s seat Turn the knob toward the front of the vehicle to increase lumbar suppo...

Page 10: ...t to a lower temperature Press HI to warm the seat to a higher temperature To turn this feature off move the switch to the center position Reclining Seatbacks Lift the lever to release the seatback then move the seatback to where you want it Release the lever to lock the seatback in place Pull up on the lever without pushing on the seatback and the seatback will move forward 1 4 ...

Page 11: ...is The shoulder belt can not do its job In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can not do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the sea...

Page 12: ...sh Seatback Latches There is a latch located on the lower back of the front seat that enables the front seatback to fold forward This allows more room for entry and exit of rear seat passengers To fold the locked seatback forward push the seatback toward the rear and lift the latch The seatback will fold forward The latch must be down for the seat to work properly 1 6 ...

Page 13: ...the seatback forward The seat can be pushed and slid forward to allow someone to get into or out of the rear seat area 2 Return the seatback upright to lock it Slide the seat fully rearward to lock it into its original position 3 The front passenger must try to slide the entire seat back and forth to make sure the seat is locked into place CAUTION If the easy entry right front seat is not locked i...

Page 14: ... seatback to be sure it is locked in position 3 Ensure that the safety belts are properly stowed over the seatback in all three positions CAUTION A safety belt 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 belt...

Page 15: ...ed or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehic...

Page 16: ...even buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it go...

Page 17: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 1 11 ...

Page 18: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 12 ...

Page 19: ...upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every airbag system ev...

Page 20: ...rious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 1 27 or Infan...

Page 21: ... The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 4 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 26 Make sure the release button on the buckle is pos...

Page 22: ...pelvic bones And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the bel...

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

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

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

Page 26: ...njured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way 1 20 ...

Page 27: ... to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 1 15 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restrai...

Page 28: ...ore slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 26 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the sa...

Page 29: ...injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor 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 inju...

Page 30: ...lt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and booster seats and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here is how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge ...

Page 31: ...ic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 1 25 ...

Page 32: ... the loop of elastic cord exposed Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will order you an extender It is free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only ...

Page 33: ...er belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buc...

Page 34: ...lose to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that bel...

Page 35: ...child s pelvic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained whil...

Page 36: ...oes not weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint 1 30 ...

Page 37: ...d or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide 1 31 ...

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

Page 40: ...of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields 1 34 ...

Page 41: ...d restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on child restraint in the vehicle and the add on child restraint s harness system holds the child in place within the restraint One system the three point harness has straps that come down over each of the in...

Page 42: ...r than the front seat We therefore recommend that child restraints be secured in a rear seat including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat a child riding in a forward facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here is why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or kill...

Page 43: ...llow the instructions for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored do not use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a...

Page 44: ...e to your vehicle attach only one child restraint per bracket Once you have the top strap anchored you will be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Top Strap Anchor Location Your vehicle has top strap anchors already installed for the rear seating positions You will find them behind the rear seat on the fil...

Page 45: ...ng positions This system designed to make installation of child restraints easier does not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead it uses vehicle anchors and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether strap A Lower Anchorage B Lower Anchorage C Top Tether 1 39 ...

Page 46: ...e seat where the seatback meets the seat cushion CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint ...

Page 47: ...sure it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top tether from the top tether anchorage and then disconnect the LATCH attachments from the LATCH anchorages Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 39 See Top Strap on page 1 37 if the child ...

Page 48: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 42 ...

Page 49: ...facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child pa...

Page 50: ... 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 Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child restraint If you need to secure a forward facing child restrai...

Page 51: ...afety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 45 ...

Page 52: ...the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Airbag System Your vehicle has airbags a frontal airbag for the driver and another frontal airbag for the right front passenger Your vehicle may also have a side impact airbag for the driver If your vehicle has a side impact airbag for the driver it will say AIR BAG on the airbag covering on ...

Page 53: ...derate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued occupants frontal airbags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful airbags have provided in the past The side impact airbag for the driver is designed to inflat...

Page 54: ...can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 properly in your vehicle ...

Page 55: ...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 49 ...

Page 56: ...ght not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering Do not let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact airbag 1 50 ...

Page 57: ...form the threshold level for the reduced deployment is about 12 to 18 mph 19 to 29 km h and the threshold level for a full deployment is about 18 to 24 mph 29 to 38 5 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range Airbags may inflate at different crash speeds For example If the vehicle hits a stationary object the airbag ...

Page 58: ...th a driver s side impact airbag the airbag modules are located in the seatback closest to the driver s door How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle The airbag supplements the prot...

Page 59: ...oes not prevent the driver from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems b...

Page 60: ...is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash See Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders on page 7 9 Let only qualified technicians work on your airbag systems Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Notice If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s ...

Page 61: ...he airbag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other l...

Page 62: ...ter a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired ...

Page 63: ...nsaxle Operation 2 20 Parking Brake 2 24 Shifting Into Park P 2 25 Shifting Out of Park P 2 26 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 27 Engine Exhaust 2 27 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 28 Mirrors 2 29 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 29 Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar 2 29 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 30 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar 2 30 Outside Power Mirrors 2 31 Outsid...

Page 64: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 2 ...

Page 65: ...tem The remote keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired opera...

Page 66: ...cement or resynchronization is necessary See Battery Replacement and Resynchronization under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 4 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation Using the remote keyless entry transmitter you can lock and unlock your doors or release your trunk from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 fe...

Page 67: ...heft Deterrent on page 2 14 Transmitter Verification This feature provides feedback that a command has been received by the vehicle if your key fob has been programmed to Mode 3 Full see FOB HORN Remote Audible Verification under Vehicle Personalization on page 2 39 for more information The headlamps and back up lamps will flash on every lock command and on the first unlock command The horn will a...

Page 68: ...le Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once you...

Page 69: ...lowing 1 Insert a flat object like a coin into the slot on the back of the transmitter Gently pry apart the front and back 2 Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter Do not use a metal object 3 Put the new battery into the transmitter as shown on the transmitter Use type CR2032 battery or equivalent 4 Put the two halves back together Make sure the halves are together tightly so water won t ge...

Page 70: ...h from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock the vehicle From the outside use your key or the optional remote keyless entry transmitter From the inside use the manual or power door locks To...

Page 71: ... No automatic door lock or unlock Mode 2 Automatic all door lock when the transaxle is shifted out of PARK P no automatic door unlock Mode 3 Automatic all door lock when the transaxle is shifted out of PARK P automatic unlock for the driver s door only when the transaxle is shifted into PARK P Mode 4 Automatic all door lock when the transaxle is shifted out of PARK P automatic all door unlock when...

Page 72: ...trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You cannot see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other 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 sp...

Page 73: ...oard The shift lever must be in PARK P for the remote trunk release button to work Emergency Trunk Release Handle There is a glow in the dark emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk on the latch This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle up to open the trunk from the inside Notice Using the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point ...

Page 74: ...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 75: ... AUTO Tap the rear of the switch and the driver s window will open a small amount If the rear of the switch is pressed down all the way the window will go all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering press the front of the switch To raise the window press and hold the front of the switch Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also move them from side to sid...

Page 76: ...s entry transmitter or a key or turns the ignition on with an incorrect key The horn will sound and the headlamps and back up lamps will flash for approximately two minutes When the alarm is armed the trunk may be opened with the remote keyless entry transmitter If you use the key to open the trunk the alarm will sound The power door lock switches are also disabled You must use your remote keyless...

Page 77: ... system is no longer armed Passlock Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft deterrent system Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with fuel is disabled and the engine will not start During normal operation the SECURITY message on the...

Page 78: ... Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer on page 4 36 for more information Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition you can turn the switch to four positions The ignition switch is located on the instrument panel to the right of...

Page 79: ...nstrument panel cluster messages and warning lights START This position starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will return to ON for normal driving While the engine is not running ACC and ON allow you to operate your electrical accessories such as the radio A warning chime will sound if you open the driver s door while the ignition is in OFF or ACC and the key...

Page 80: ...s until the engine starts As soon as it does let go of the key 3 If your engine still will not start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for a maximum of 15 seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine If the engine still will not start or starts b...

Page 81: ...o the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing This time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds to clear the extra gasoline from the engine After waiting about 15 seconds repeat the normal starting procedure Notice Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If ...

Page 82: ...e starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you do not it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outside temperature the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you w...

Page 83: ...ailer on page 4 36 Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P while the ignition is in ON If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK P while keeping the brake pedal pushed...

Page 84: ... The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Be sure the engine is not racing when shifting your vehicle AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE X This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you are going less than 35 mph 55 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the accelerator pedal all the way down You will shift down to the ...

Page 85: ...uld also want to use your brakes off and on Notice Driving in SECOND 2 for more than 25 miles 40 km or at speeds over 55 mph 90 km h may damage the transaxle Also shifting into SECOND 2 at speeds above 65 mph 105 km h can cause damage Drive in THIRD 3 or AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE X instead of SECOND 2 FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on ...

Page 86: ...r left foot the parking brake pedal will follow it to the released position A warning chime will sound if the parking brake is set the ignition is on and the shift lever is not in PARK P Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off be...

Page 87: ...y and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it co...

Page 88: ...he pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in ON See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2 20 If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever...

Page 89: ...nconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming...

Page 90: ...engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 24 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 ...

Page 91: ...this mirror it has a lever located at the bottom of the mirror between the two lamps The lever is used to change the mirror from the day to the night position To reduce glare from headlamps behind you while driving at night pull the lever toward you To return the mirror to the day position return the lever to its original position There are two map lamps located on the bottom of the mirror Press t...

Page 92: ...ress the center button again To keep the photocells operating well occasionally clean them with a cotton swab and glass cleaner Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar The vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror with the OnStar System Press the button located below the mirror on the far left for up to three seconds to turn the automatic dimming feature off and on While turned o...

Page 93: ...urface of the outside mirrors will heat when the rear window defogger is activated Outside Convex Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your rig...

Page 94: ...eek Terms and conditions of the Subscription Service Agreement can be found at www onstar com or www onstarcanada com OnStar Services For new vehicles equipped with OnStar the Safe and Sound Plan is included for the first year You can extend this plan beyond the first year or upgrade to the Directions and Connections Plan to meet your needs For more information press the OnStar button to speak wit...

Page 95: ...rts for your area news and sports updates stock quotes entertainment and more You are also able to listen and reply to your E mail through your vehicle s audio system Customize your information profile at www myonstar com See the OnStar user s guide for more information HomeLink Transmitter HomeLink a combined universal transmitter and receiver provides a way to replace up to three hand held trans...

Page 96: ... in other vehicles as well as for future HomeLink programming It is also recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle the programmed HomeLink buttons should be erased for security purposes Refer to Erasing HomeLink Buttons or for assistance contact HomeLink on the internet at www homelink com or by calling 1 800 355 3515 Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or gate operato...

Page 97: ...e indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with Steps 6 through 8 following to complete the programming of a rolling code equipped device most commonly a garage door opener 6 Locate in the garage the garage door opener receiver motor head unit Locate the Learn or Smart button This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to t...

Page 98: ... the appropriate HomeLink button for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing HomeLink Buttons To erase programming from the three buttons do the following 1 Press and hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Do not hold the two outside buttons for longer than 30 seconds 2 Release bo...

Page 99: ...lders and a cassette tape storage area To open the console s storage area press the latch located toward the front of the console lid on the driver s side of the vehicle Rear Storage Area If your vehicle has the split folding rear seat there will be two cupholders in the rear seat armrest To access them pull down on the cloth strap located toward the top of your center back seat cushion Convenienc...

Page 100: ...e switch forward to stop movement of the sunroof Vent The sunroof also has a vent feature It can be activated from the closed sunroof position by pressing the switch once rearward To close push and hold the sunroof switch forward When using this feature the sunshade should be fully opened in the rear position The sunshade can be opened manually by sliding it rearward or automatically by opening th...

Page 101: ...orn Chirp On Timer Available with Remote Keyless Entry Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Programming Available with Remote Keyless Entry Return to Original Factory Settings Available for All Exit Vehicle Customization Mode Programming Mode To reset or customize the features first enter the vehicle customization main menu To enter the main menu do the following 1 Turn the ignition to ACC or ON The r...

Page 102: ...heard to verify the new setting and DONE will be displayed for one second The CHANGE ENGINE OIL light is now reset You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle TIRE MON Tire Inflation Monitor Reset This feature allows you to reset the tire pressure monitor after checking all tire pressures See Tir...

Page 103: ...lable on your vehicle 3 Scroll using the 1 PREV or 2 NEXT buttons through the modes to change the current mode 4 With your preference displayed press the TUNE DISP button to select A chime will be heard to verify the new setting The new selection will be displayed with an asterisk for one second The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions...

Page 104: ...ode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle FOB LIGHT Remote Visual Verification This feature allows the exterior lights to flash when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to lock or unlock the vehicle or to program no verification Programmable Modes Mode 1 OFF...

Page 105: ...condition has occurred since last arming See Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 14 The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle FOB HORN Remote Audible Verification This feature allows the horn to chirp when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to lock or un...

Page 106: ...be seen and three horn chirps heard to indicate an alarm condition has occurred since last arming See Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 14 The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle ALARM Content Theft Operation This feature allows the content theft deterrent sys...

Page 107: ...termine the current mode or to change the mode do the following 1 Scroll using the SEEK PSCAN up or down arrows until TRNKJAMB appears on the display 2 Press the 1 PREV or 2 NEXT button to enter the submenu The current selection will have an asterisk next to it If you do not wish to change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by following the directions later in this section o...

Page 108: ...yed press the TUNE DISP button to select A chime will be heard to verify the new setting The new selection will be displayed with an asterisk for one second The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle ORIG SET Return to the Original Settings This feature allows yo...

Page 109: ... hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the first transmitter at the same time for 15 seconds A chime will be heard to verify the transmitter is learned 4 Repeat Step 3 for each additional transmitter The transmitter is programmed now You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle EXIT Exit Feature Cus...

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Page 111: ...de Dimming 3 20 Reading Lamps 3 20 Battery Run Down Protection 3 21 Accessory Power Outlets 3 21 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter 3 22 Climate Controls 3 23 Dual Climate Control System 3 23 Outlet Adjustment 3 26 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3 27 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 28 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 29 Speedometer and Odometer 3 32 Trip Odometer 3 32 Tachometer 3 32 Safety Belt Rem...

Page 112: ...ng Message 3 49 Low Brake Fluid Warning Message 3 49 Service Vehicle Soon Message 3 50 Highbeam Out Warning Message 3 50 Driver Information Center DIC 3 51 Trip Computer 3 53 Audio System s 3 54 Setting the Time 3 54 Radio with Cassette 3 55 Radio with CD 3 66 Radio with Cassette and CD 3 76 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 88 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 89 Radio Reception 3 90 Care of Your Cassette ...

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Page 115: ...ystem See Audio System s on page 3 54 G Air Outlet See Outlet Adjustment under Dual Climate Control System on page 3 23 H Exterior Lamps Control See Exterior Lamps on page 3 14 I Remote Trunk Release See Remote Trunk Release under Trunk on page 2 10 J Tilt Steering Wheel Lever See Tilt Wheel on page 3 6 K Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 11 L Steering Wheel Cruise Control If Equipped See Cr...

Page 116: ...hers are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on your steering wheel pad to sound the horn Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can raise the steering wheel to the highest le...

Page 117: ...ay up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it If the arrow flashes faster than normal as yo...

Page 118: ...Then release it While the high beams are on this light will appear on the instrument panel cluster This light works only while the key is in ON The fog lamps if equipped are not illuminated when the high beams are on Flash to Pass With the turn signal lever in the low beam position pull the lever toward you momentarily to switch to high beam to signal you are going to pass If the headlamps are on ...

Page 119: ...ady wiping at high speed MIST Turn the band downward to MIST for a single wiping cycle Hold the band at this setting until the windshield wipers start then release it The windshield wipers will stop after one wipe If additional cycles are needed hold the band on MIST longer Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or...

Page 120: ...use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision When you are low on washer fluid the LOW WASHER FLUID message will be illuminated in the message center for 60 seconds When the ignition is turned off this message will appear again for three seconds as a reminder that the fluid level is low Until the fluid tank is refilled...

Page 121: ...fely 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 needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system optional begins to limit wheel spin t...

Page 122: ...et up to the speed you want 3 Press SET located on your steering wheel and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator The CRUISE light on the instrument panel cluster will come on after the cruise control has been set to the desired speed Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course shuts off the cruise control But you...

Page 123: ...n very small amounts press COAST on the steering wheel briefly Each time you do this you ll go about 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hil...

Page 124: ...ions Off Push the control all the way in to turn off the exterior lamps Parking Lamps Pull the control out halfway to turn on the parking lamps together with the following Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Headlamps Pulling the control all the way out turns on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights A warning chime will sound if you open the driver s ...

Page 125: ...any different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work so be sure it isn t covered The DRL system s automatic headlamp control will make your low beam headlamps come on at a reduced b...

Page 126: ...ile you change to high beam headlamps Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness The knob for the instrument panel light is located on the exterior lamps control Pull the knob out halfway and then turn the knob clockwise to brighten or counterclockwise to dim the lights Courtesy Lamps When a door is opened the courtesy lamps automatically come on They make it easy for you to enter and leave your v...

Page 127: ...g illuminates the interior for a period of time after all the doors have been closed The ignition must be off for delayed entry lighting to work Immediately after both doors have been closed the delayed entry lighting feature will continue to work until one of the following occurs The ignition is moved to ON the doors are locked or an illumination period of 25 seconds has elapsed If during the ill...

Page 128: ...on Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery in case you accidentally leave on the interior courtesy lamps reading map lamps visor vanity lamps trunk lamp or glove box lamps If you leave any of these lamps on they will automatically turn off after 10 minutes if the ignition is off The lamps won t come back on again until you do the following Turn the ignition on or t...

Page 129: ...p on by turning the exterior lamp control clockwise to DOME Entry Lighting Your vehicle may have the entry lighting feature Your courtesy lamps will come on and stay on for a set time whenever you press UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter If you open a door the lamps will stay on while it s open and then turn off automatically about 25 seconds after you close it If you press UNLOCK and ...

Page 130: ... The vehicle s ignition must be off for delayed exit lighting to work When the key is removed interior illumination will activate and remain on until one of the following occurs The ignition is ON the power door locks are activated or an illumination period of 25 seconds has elapsed If during the illumination period a door is opened the timed illumination period will be canceled and the interior l...

Page 131: ... only three minutes Battery rundown protection will also work if the headlamps are left on After having been left on for 10 minutes the headlamps and the parking lamps will flash three times They will remain on for one more minute before turning off automatically Accessory Power Outlets Your vehicle has a 12 volt outlet which can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone...

Page 132: ...or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Notice If you put papers or other flammable items in the ashtray hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage your vehicle Never put flammable items in the ashtray Your vehicle may have a cigarette lighter and ashtray located on ...

Page 133: ...ument panel outlets and to the floor outlets 6 Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets with some of the air directed to the windshield and side window outlets In this mode the system will automatically select Outside Air The right knob can also be used to select defog or defrost mode For more information see Defogging and Defrosting later in this section By positioning the rig...

Page 134: ...ot be used with the recirculation mode You may have to set the instrument panel brightness control to the highest setting during the day to see the indicator lamp Recirculation This mode keeps outside air from coming in the vehicle It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly Press this button to turn the r...

Page 135: ...g off the engine This is normal Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of the windows is a result of high humidity moisture condensing on the cool window glass This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers Use the defrost mode ...

Page 136: ...mage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid Outlet Adjustment Use the knob located below or to the side of the outlet to change the direction of the air flow Operation Tips Clear away any ice snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block t...

Page 137: ...the passenger compartment air filter see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 To change the passenger compartment air filter use the following steps 1 Turn off the ignition when the windshield wipers are in the up position 2 Raise the vehicle hood 3 Disconnect the windshield washer pump hose from the fender rail and air inlet grille 4 Peel back the hood weatherstrip from the passenger s side of the v...

Page 138: ... you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages s...

Page 139: ... at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel is in your tank and many other things you need to drive safely and economically Uplevel 3400 V6 Engine Cluster United States version with ABS and Traction Control shown Canada similar 3 29 ...

Page 140: ...Uplevel 3800 V6 Engine Cluster United States version with ABS and Traction Control shown Canada similar 3 30 ...

Page 141: ...Uplevel 3800 Supercharged V6 Engine Cluster United States version with ABS and Traction Control shown Canada similar 3 31 ...

Page 142: ...p odometer tells how far you have driven since you last reset it Your trip select reset switch will go back and forth between the odometer and the trip odometer if the button is pressed and released within 1 5 seconds If the button is pressed and held for longer than 1 5 seconds while in the trip odometer mode it will be reset to zero If the button is pressed and held for longer than 1 5 seconds w...

Page 143: ...s ready If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the airbag system may not be working properly The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate ...

Page 144: ...sage on page 3 44 Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t 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 The LOW BRAKE FLUID message in the message center will also appear when there is a brake problem See Low Brake...

Page 145: ... to an accident If the light is still on after you have pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light If your vehicle has ABS the anti lock brake system warning light will come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to ON If the anti lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you ve started your...

Page 146: ...s a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on If your brakes begin to overheat the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the syst...

Page 147: ...a cleaner environment The CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent This may 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 thi...

Page 148: ...e may be required If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle Reducing vehicle speed Avoiding hard accelerations Avoiding steep uphill grades If you are towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash...

Page 149: ... should turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 5 Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These condi...

Page 150: ...rol systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle stil...

Page 151: ... soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil Cruise Control Light The CRUISE light comes on whenever you set your cruise control See Cruise Control on page 3 11 Highbeam On Light This light will illumi...

Page 152: ... or less fuel to fill up than the fuel 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 gage goes back to empty when you turn off the ignition The gage pointer may move while cornering braking or accelerating Message Center The message center is located below the tachometer ga...

Page 153: ...ill also be heard Adjust your driving accordingly When the ignition is turned off this message will be displayed again for three seconds to remind you that your traction control system is not working properly Be sure to have your vehicle serviced right away Traction Active Message If your vehicle is equipped with the traction control system this message will stay on a few seconds after the tractio...

Page 154: ...ould indicate a problem with the generator drive belt or some other charging system problem Have it checked right away Driving with this message on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with this message displayed it helps to turn off all your accessories Hot Coolant Temperature Warning Message This message is displayed when the cooling system temperature gets hot A chime wil...

Page 155: ...This message is displayed for 60 seconds at the start of each ignition cycle when the engine oil level is low Four chimes will also sound When the ignition is turned off this message will be displayed again for three seconds to remind you that your engine oil level is low Be sure to have your vehicle serviced right away See Engine Oil on page 5 18 on how to check the oil level and for what type of...

Page 156: ...m see How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Message under Engine Oil on page 5 18 Low Tire Message Your vehicle may be equipped with the tire pressure system which monitors the inflation pressure of the tires After the system has learned the tire pressure with properly inflated tires the LOW TIRE PRESSURE message will be displayed and four warning chimes will sound if the tire pressure in one tire be...

Page 157: ... If you are in a forward or reverse gear position you will also hear four chimes Trunk Ajar Warning Message This message will appear if the trunk is not completely closed and the ignition is in ON If you are in a forward or reverse gear position you will also hear four chimes United States Canada United States Canada 3 47 ...

Page 158: ...e 2 15 for more information Low Washer Fluid Warning Message This message is displayed when the vehicle is low on windshield washer fluid The message is only displayed for 60 seconds at the start of each ignition cycle For more information see Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 43 When the ignition is turned off this message will be displayed again for three seconds to remind you that your washer f...

Page 159: ...n the fuel tank Low Brake Fluid Warning Message This message will be displayed when your vehicle has a brake problem The brake system warning light will also be illuminated If this message appears the brakes aren t working properly You should have your vehicle serviced immediately See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 34 for more information United States Canada United States Canada 3 49 ...

Page 160: ...ce Highbeam Out Warning Message If this message appears you may have a problem with your high beam headlamps The message will stay on about 60 seconds When the ignition is turned off this message will be displayed again for three seconds to remind you that you may have a problem with your highbeam headlamps Be sure to check your bulbs right away and replace them if necessary See Bulb Replacement o...

Page 161: ... will change A chime will be heard to confirm the new selection The reset button can also be used to manually calibrate the compass See Manual Compass Calibration later in this section The reset button can be used to set the compass zone variation See Compass Variance later in this section MODE Press this button to cycle through three modes of operation Off Compass Temperature and Trip Computer mo...

Page 162: ...ss the RESET button to set the new variance zone and resume normal operation All the display segments will be illuminated briefly to acknowledge the change in zone number A chime will sound to confirm that the new zone number has been set Automatic Compass Calibration The compass is self calibrating which eliminates the need to manually set the compass When the vehicle is new the calibration proce...

Page 163: ... messages appear see your GM dealer Trip Computer There are five trip computer displays which may be stepped through by pushing the MODE button The information will appear in the following order AVG ECON Average Fuel Economy This shows the average fuel economy since the last reset INST ECON Instantaneous Fuel Economy This shows fuel economy for the most recent second of driving RANGE Trip Range Th...

Page 164: ...ed Accessory Power RAP With RAP the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 2 17 for more information Setting the Time Press and hold the HR or MN buttons for two seconds The clock symbol will appear on the display Then press and hold HR until the correct hour appears on the display AM or PM will appear for morning or evening hours ...

Page 165: ...mation that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While the radio is tuned to an RDS station the station name or call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a s...

Page 166: ...lected display will now be the default AUTO VOL Automatic Volume With automatic volume the audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive Set the volume at the desired level Press this button to select LOW MEDIUM or HIGH AVOL will appear on the display Each higher setting will allow for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive automati...

Page 167: ... pushbutton is pressed the station that was set will return and the equalization that was selected will be stored for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDIO Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS or TREB appears on the display Then turn the knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass or the treble level If a station is weak ...

Page 168: ...trol is displayed ALL will appear on the display and you will hear a beep Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the P TYPE knob to activate program type select mode TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display 2 Turn the P TYPE knob to select a PTY 3 Once the desired PTY is displayed press the SEEK TYPE button to take you to the P...

Page 169: ...stop during the announcement Alert announcements cannot be turned off ALERT will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system This feature is not supported by all RDS stations INFO Information If the current station has a message INFO will appear on the display Press this button to see the message The message may display the artist song title call in phone numbers etc If the entire m...

Page 170: ...tton to turn off the traffic announcements The radio will play the traffic announcement even if the volume is low The radio will interrupt the play of a cassette tape if the last tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements This function does not apply to XM Satellite Radio Service Radio Messages CAL ERR Calibration Error The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If ...

Page 171: ...ved into an open area the signal should return Loading Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavl Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer assi...

Page 172: ...e The XM receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced check with your GM dealer Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio eight digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate t...

Page 173: ...chrome tape is inserted If an error appears on the display see Cassette Tape Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous The tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous to work Press this pushbutton to go to the previous selection on the tape if the current selection has been playing for less than three seconds If pressed when the current selection has b...

Page 174: ...e of the tape q SEEK r The tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for seek to work The left arrow is the same as the PREV pushbutton and the right arrow is the same as the NEXT pushbutton If either arrow is held or pressed more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the tape BAND Press this button to listen to the radio when a tape is...

Page 175: ... be cleaned as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player on page 3 90 If the cassette is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good cassette If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporti...

Page 176: ...ion that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While the radio is tuned to an RDS station the station name or call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a sate...

Page 177: ...o station frequency and the time When the ignition is off press this knob to display the time For RDS press the DISPL knob to change what appears on the display while using RDS The display options are station name RDS station frequency PTY and the name of the program if available For XM if equipped press the DISPL knob while in XM mode to retrieve four different categories of information related t...

Page 178: ...e station that was set will return and the equalization that was selected will be stored for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDIO Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS or TREB appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass or the treble level If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble T...

Page 179: ... will hear a beep and the display level will be adjusted to the middle position Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the P TYPE knob to activate program type select mode TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display 2 Turn the P TYPE knob to select a PTY 3 Once the desired PTY is displayed press the SEEK TYPE button to select the ...

Page 180: ...rt announcements cannot be turned off ALERT will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system This feature is not supported by all RDS stations INFO Information If the current station has a message the information symbol will appear on the display Press this button to see the message The message may display the artist song title call in phone numbers etc If the entire message is not ...

Page 181: ...the TRAF button to turn off the traffic announcements The radio will play the traffic announcement even if the volume is low The radio will interrupt the play of a CD if the last tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements This function does not apply to XM Satellite Radio Service Radio Messages CAL ERR Calibration Error The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If ...

Page 182: ...an open area the signal should return Loading Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavl Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer assigne...

Page 183: ...ve The XM receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced check with the servicing facility Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to activ...

Page 184: ...r appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous Press this pushbutton to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played TRACK and the track number will appear on the display If this pushbutton is held or pressed more than once the player will continue moving backward through the CD 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton to go to the next track TRAC...

Page 185: ... CD is playing The inactive CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening CD AUX Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio The CD symbol will appear on the display when a CD is loaded Z EJT Eject Press this button to eject a CD Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the ignition and radio off if this button is pr...

Page 186: ...formation that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While the radio is tuned to an RDS station the station name or call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service XM is ...

Page 187: ...the desired level Press this button to select LOW MEDIUM or HIGH AVOL will appear on the display Each higher setting will allow for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds NONE will appear on the display if the radio cannot determine the vehicle speed To turn automatic volume off press this button until OFF appears on the display Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between...

Page 188: ...release the AUDIO knob until BASS or TREB appears on the display Then turn the knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass or the treble level If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble To adjust the bass and the treble to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob The radio will produce one beep and adjust the display level to the middle position To adjust all tone...

Page 189: ... is displayed ALL will appear on the display and you will hear a beep Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the P TYPE knob to activate program type select mode TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display 2 Turn the P TYPE knob to select a PTY 3 Once the desired PTY is displayed press the SEEK TYPE button to select and to take yo...

Page 190: ...ape or CD is playing play will stop during the announcement Alert announcements cannot be turned off ALERT will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system This feature is not supported by all RDS stations INFO Information If the current station has a message the information symbol will appear on the display Press this button to see the message The message may display the artist son...

Page 191: ...affic announcements The radio will play the traffic announcement even if the volume is low The radio will interrupt the play of a cassette tape or a CD if the last tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements This function does not apply to XM Satellite Radio Service Radio Messages CAL ERR Calibrate Error The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL ERR appears o...

Page 192: ...an open area the signal should return Loading Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavl Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer assigne...

Page 193: ...ive The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced check with your GM dealer Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate the ...

Page 194: ...tte Tape Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous The tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous to work Press this pushbutton to go to the previous selection on the tape if the current selection has been playing for less than three seconds If pressed when the current selection has been playing from 3 to 13 seconds it will go to the beginning of the ...

Page 195: ... the radio when a cassette tape or CD is playing The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening TAPE CD Press this button to play a cassette tape or CD when listening to the radio The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening Z EJT Eject Press this button located next to the cassette tape slot to eject a tape Eject may be activat...

Page 196: ... EJT is pressed Playing a CD Insert a CD partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing If you want to insert a CD with the ignition or the radio off first press the EJT button or the DISPL knob If the ignition or radio is turned off with the CD in the player it will stay in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD will start playing...

Page 197: ... ET and the elapsed time of the track will appear on the display Release this pushbutton to play the passage 6 RDM Random Press this pushbutton to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RDM ON will appear on the display RDM T and the track number will appear on the display when each track starts to play Press RDM again to turn off random play RDM OFF will appear on the display q SE...

Page 198: ...g the CD The label may be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of you...

Page 199: ...display if it is not already showing If a station with the selected PTY is not found the radio will return to the original station If both SEEK by TYPE and TRAF are on the radio will search for stations with the selected PTY and traffic announcements PRESET Press this button to play the stations that are programmed on the radio preset pushbuttons The radio will go to the first preset station play ...

Page 200: ...educed sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they are not they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player The tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use The radio may display CLEAN to indicate that the tape player has been used for...

Page 201: ...e scrubbing type cleaner The use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After the player is cleaned press and hold the EJT button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator The radio will display CLEANED to show the indicator was reset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good conditio...

Page 202: ...some tinting materials will interfere with or distort the incoming radio reception Any damage caused to your backglass antenna due to metallic tinting materials will not be covered by your warranty Because this antenna is built into your rear window there is a reduced risk of damage caused by car washes and vandals If you choose to add a cellular telephone to your vehicle and the antenna needs to ...

Page 203: ...me Level Adjustment The radio is the vehicle chime producer To change the volume level press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio power off The chime volume level will change from the normal level to loud and LOUD will appear on the radio display To change back to the default or normal setting press and hold pushbutton 6 again The chime level will change from the loud level to ...

Page 204: ... NOTES 3 94 ...

Page 205: ...Loss of Control 4 14 Driving at Night 4 15 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 16 City Driving 4 19 Freeway Driving 4 20 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 21 Highway Hypnosis 4 22 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 22 Winter Driving 4 24 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 28 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 29 Loading Your Vehicle 4 29 Towing 4 34 Towing Your Vehicle 4 34 Recreational Vehicle Towi...

Page 206: ... driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with resulting injury Ask a passenger to help do things like this or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself These simple defensive driving techniques ...

Page 207: ...drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 lb 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0 06 percent The pe...

Page 208: ...els above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision At a BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 times greater The...

Page 209: ... perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths of a second But that is only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination ...

Page 210: ...t may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle may have anti lock brakes ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid If your vehicle has anti lock brakes this warning light on the instrument panel will come on briefly when you start your vehicle When you start your engine or when you begin to drive...

Page 211: ...mputer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember Anti lock does not change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even ...

Page 212: ...n an emergency you will probably want to squeeze the brakes hard without locking the wheels If you hear or feel the wheels sliding ease off the brake pedal This will help you retain steering control If you do have anti lock it is different See Anti Lock Brake System ABS on page 4 6 In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Traction Control System TCS Your vehic...

Page 213: ...ight is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the Traction Control System on But you can turn the system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud or snow and rocking the vehicle is required See If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ic...

Page 214: ...g through a sharp curve Then you suddenly apply the brakes Both control systems steering and braking have to do their work where the tires meet the road Unless you have four wheel anti lock brakes adding the hard braking can demand too much of those places You can lose control The same thing can happen if you are steering through a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate Those two control systems ...

Page 215: ...t unless you have anti lock not enough to lock your wheels See Braking on page 4 5 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can...

Page 216: ...other vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Loo...

Page 217: ...les are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone is not trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see i...

Page 218: ...u want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be lon...

Page 219: ...our headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you are tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your ...

Page 220: ...eatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and are not even aware of it Driving in...

Page 221: ...ow signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you cannot try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They will not work as well in...

Page 222: ... deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you cannot avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing w...

Page 223: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 20 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Page 224: ...the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mi...

Page 225: ...y to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you will find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engi...

Page 226: ... the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a...

Page 227: ...r with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your ...

Page 228: ... scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 4 24 ...

Page 229: ... 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 Traction control improves your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road Even though your vehicle has a traction control system you will want to slow dow...

Page 230: ... ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun cannot reach such as around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden ste...

Page 231: ...nd check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and i...

Page 232: ...n as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you are stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Do not spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h...

Page 233: ...a rocking motion that may free your vehicle If that does not get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 34 Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry the Tire and Loading Information label and the Vehicl...

Page 234: ...ssures D For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 59 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 65 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 Locate ...

Page 235: ...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 36 for important information on towing a trailer towing safety rules and trai...

Page 236: ...eight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s maximum vehicle capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s maximum vehicle ca...

Page 237: ...he Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle If the vehicle is going to carry a heavy load spread it out Do not carry more than 167 lbs 75 kg in your trunk CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way y...

Page 238: ...something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 5 If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motorhome see Recreatio...

Page 239: ...towed See Before Leaving on a Long Trip on page 4 21 Dinghy Towing Notice If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground the drivetrain components could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground If your vehicle must be towed you shou...

Page 240: ...ad the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That s the reason for this part In it are many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Man...

Page 241: ...hen towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts 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 0...

Page 242: ...gue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you re using a weigh carrying hitch or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the to...

Page 243: ...you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See Engine Exhaust on page 2 27 Dirt and water can too Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instruc...

Page 244: ...ollowing Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can retu...

Page 245: ...n you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well On a long uphill grade shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph 70 km h to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating If you have overdrive you may want to drive in THIRD 3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE X Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trail...

Page 246: ...a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil drive belts 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 pe...

Page 247: ...p 5 32 Engine Overheating 5 32 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 34 Cooling System 5 34 Power Steering Fluid 5 42 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 43 Brakes 5 45 Battery 5 48 Jump Starting 5 49 Headlamp Aiming 5 54 Bulb Replacement 5 54 Halogen Bulbs 5 54 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 55 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Sidemarker Lamps 5 56 Back Up Lamps 5 57 ...

Page 248: ... 90 Washing Your Vehicle 5 90 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 90 Finish Care 5 91 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 91 Aluminum Wheels 5 92 Tires 5 92 Sheet Metal Damage 5 93 Finish Damage 5 93 Underbody Maintenance 5 93 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 93 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 94 Vehicle Identification 5 95 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 95 Service Parts Identification Label 5 95 Electri...

Page 249: ...want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Engine exhaust many parts and systems including some inside the vehicle many fluids and some component wear by products contai...

Page 250: ...e 1 55 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record on page 6 14 CAUTION You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt...

Page 251: ...icate a problem exists or that a higher octane fuel is necessary If you are using 87 octane or higher octane fuel and you hear heavy knocking your engine needs service If your vehicle has the 3800 Supercharged V6 engine VIN Code 1 use only premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 91 or higher In an emergency you may be able to use a lower octane as low as 87 if heavy knocking does not occ...

Page 252: ... in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing your emission control system to work properly In most cases you should not have to add anything to your fuel However some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additive required to meet U S Environmental Protection Agency regulations General Motors recomme...

Page 253: ... the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for service Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Nev...

Page 254: ...e 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 Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver s side of the vehicle To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise The fuel...

Page 255: ...ur Vehicle on page 5 90 When replacing the fuel cap turn it to the right 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 37 CAUTION If a fire starts while you are refueling do not remove the nozz...

Page 256: ...fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things th...

Page 257: ... located inside the vehicle near the parking brake pedal 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then pull the hood down and close it firmly 5 11 ...

Page 258: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3400 V6 Code E engine you will see the following 5 12 ...

Page 259: ...ling System on page 5 34 H Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 42 I Electric Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page 5 34 J Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 18 K Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 18 L Engine Coolant Air Bleed Valves underneath engine shield See How to Add Coolant to the Radia...

Page 260: ...When you open the hood on the 3800 V6 Code K engine you will see the following 5 14 ...

Page 261: ...n page 5 34 H Power Steering Fluid Reservoir low in engine compartment See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 42 I Electric Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page 5 34 J Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 18 K Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 18 L Engine Coolant Air Bleed Valves underneath engine shield See How to Add Coolant...

Page 262: ...When you open the hood on the 3800 V6 Supercharged Code 1 engine you will see the following 5 16 ...

Page 263: ...stem on page 5 34 G Power Steering Fluid Reservoir below generator See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 42 H Electric Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page 5 34 I Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 18 J Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 18 K Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick See Checking the Fluid Level under Automatic Tra...

Page 264: ...loop See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil dipstick 1 Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you do not do this the oil dipstick might not show the actual level 2 Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the ...

Page 265: ...s and Specifications on page 5 104 Notice Do not add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range in the cros...

Page 266: ...What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things GM6094M Your vehicle s engine requires oil meeting GM Standard GM6094M You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M 5 20 ...

Page 267: ...Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle If you are in an area of extreme cold where the temperature falls below 20 F 29 C it is rec...

Page 268: ...r dealer has GM trained service people who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level If the system is ever reset accidentally you must change your oil at 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last oil change Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed How to Reset the Engine Oi...

Page 269: ...ack on when you start 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 may 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 contai...

Page 270: ... pressure may cause hot oil to blow out of the oil fill hole You may be burned Do not remove the plug until the engine cools Park the vehicle on a level surface Check oil only when the engine is cold Allow the engine to cool two to three hours after running 1 Clean the area around the oil fill plug before removing it 2 Remove the oil fill plug 3 The oil level is correct when it just reaches the bo...

Page 271: ... 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 filter do the following 1 Loosen the two clips on...

Page 272: ...ilter off Notice If the air cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you are driving Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter eve...

Page 273: ...n driving When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C At high speed for quite a while In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C to 93 C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it is colder than 50 F 1...

Page 274: ...ck and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the cross hatched area 4 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way 3400 V6 engine shown 3800 V6 and 3800 V6 Supercharged engines similar 3400 V...

Page 275: ...tick back in all the way Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant 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 overhea...

Page 276: ...ine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine 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 eng...

Page 277: ...e careful not to spill it If the coolant recovery tank is completely empty add coolant to the radiator See Engine Overheating on page 5 32 CAUTION Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator p...

Page 278: ...r instrument panel cluster See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3 36 and Hot Coolant Temperature Warning Message on page 3 44 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...

Page 279: ...ing with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 In heavy traffic let the engine idle in NEUTRAL N while stopped If it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to PARK P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for abo...

Page 280: ... will indicate an overheat condition exists Driving extended miles km and or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided Notice After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode to avoid engine damage allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair The engine oil will be severely degraded Repair the cause of coolant loss change the oil and reset the oil ...

Page 281: ...thing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface The coolant recovery tank is located in the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 3800 V6 engine shown 3800 V6 Supercha...

Page 282: ...ould 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 they are not your vehicle needs service Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection O...

Page 283: ...r coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper c...

Page 284: ...pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap How to Add Coolant to the Radiator Notice Your engine has a specific radiator fill procedure Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged 1 You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator ...

Page 285: ...ave the 3800 V6 engine remove the 3800 Series II V6 engine cover shield to access the bleed valve 3 1 Clean the area around the engine oil fill tube and cap before removing Twist the oil fill tube with cap attached counterclockwise and remove it 3 2 Lift the engine cover shield at the front slide the catch tab out of the engine bracket and remove the cover shield 3 3 Put the oil fill tube with cap...

Page 286: ...eed valves The first is located on the thermostat housing The second is located on the thermostat bypass tube on top of the water pump housing 3800 V6 engine There is one bleed valve It is located on the thermostat housing 3400 V6 Bleed Valve 1 3400 V6 Bleed Valve 2 3800 Series II V6 Bleed Valve 5 40 ...

Page 287: ... coolant from the engine and the compartment 7 If you have the 3800 V6 engine replace the 3800 Series II V6 engine cover shield 7 1 Remove the oil fill tube with cap attached from the valve cover 7 2 Insert the catch tab on the cover shield under the bracket on the engine 7 3 Place the hole in the cover shield over the hole in the valve cover Install oil fill tube and cap by twisting clockwise 8 T...

Page 288: ...he arrow on the pressure cap lines up properly 13 Check the coolant in the recovery tank The level in the coolant recovery tank should be at the HOT mark when the engine is hot or at the COLD mark when the engine is cold Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located toward the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview...

Page 289: ...k If the fluid is at the ADD mark you should add fluid For the 3800 V6 engine the level should be at the HOT mark when the engine compartment is hot If the fluid is at the ADD mark you should add fluid What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and...

Page 290: ...otice 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 as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it is very cold This allows for exp...

Page 291: ...er or later your brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too m...

Page 292: ...k well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brake flu...

Page 293: ...ld result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifi...

Page 294: ...ent brake parts Battery Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco replacement battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the...

Page 295: ... systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you do not want You would not be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the park...

Page 296: ...ne compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle next to the upper underhood fuse block See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location To uncover the remote positive terminal lift the plastic cap You should always use the remote positive terminal instead of the positive terminal on the battery CAUTION An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not runn...

Page 297: ... 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 basic things you should know Positive will go to positi...

Page 298: ...e 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 battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical conn...

Page 299: ... or Remote Positive Terminal C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positi...

Page 300: ...s at you for vertical aim If you believe your headlamps need to be re aimed we recommend that you take your vehicle to your dealer for service Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 5 57 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you ...

Page 301: ...ove the round dust caps to gain access to the bulbs 6 Turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove it from the retaining ring by pulling it away from the headlamp assembly 7 Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by raising the lock tab and pulling the connector away from the bulb s base 8 Install the electrical connector to the new bulb 9 Install the new bulb by inserting the smallest tab on ...

Page 302: ...emaining hex nuts 5 Pull the assembly from the body carefully 6 Remove the socket by turning it counterclockwise and pull it out 7 Pull the bulb out Do not twist it 8 Push the new bulb into the socket 9 Push the socket back into the assembly Tighten the socket by turning it clockwise 10 Reinstall the assembly and the two lower hex nuts Make sure that the wires are not pinched between the body of t...

Page 303: ...t 5 Push the new bulb into the socket 6 Push the socket back into the assembly Tighten the socket by turning it clockwise 7 Reinstall the assembly with the two screws Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamps Bulb Number Back Up 921 Front Park Turn Signal 3357NAK or 3457NAK Front Sidemarker Lamps 194 Headlamps High Beam 9005 Headlamps Low Beam 9006 Rear Sidemarker Lamps 168 Taillamps Stoplamps Turn Signal ...

Page 304: ...move the wiper blades 1 Turn on the wipers to the LO wipe setting 2 Turn off the ignition while the wipers are at the outer positions of the wiper pattern The blades are more accessible for removal replacement while in this position 3 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 4 While holding the wiper arm away from the glass push the release clip from under the blade connecting point ...

Page 305: ... too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 65 Overinflated tires ar...

Page 306: ... code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT Department of Transportation code is the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire ...

Page 307: ... TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load E Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be inflated to 60 psi 420 kPa For more information on tire pressure and inflation see Inflation Tire Pressure ...

Page 308: ...construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service Description These characters represent the load range and speed rating of the tire The load index represents the load carry capacity a tire is certified to carry The load...

Page 309: ...dards The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number TIN an alphanumeric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle see L...

Page 310: ...r a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead Speed Rating An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Nar...

Page 311: ...ad hazards A Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar below the driver s door latch 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 ...

Page 312: ...oisture Tire Pressure Monitor System If your vehicle has the tire pressure monitor system it can alert you to a large change in the pressure of one tire The system learns the pressure at each tire throughout the operating speed range of your vehicle The system normally takes between 45 and 90 minutes of driving to learn the tire pressures This time may be longer depending on your individual drivin...

Page 313: ...ou buy new tires and whenever the vehicle s battery has been disconnected The tire pressure monitor system can be reset two ways To reset calibrate the system using the ignition do the following 1 Turn the ignition position to ON 2 Pull the exterior lamp control from the ON position to the OFF position three times To reset calibrate the system through the radio do the following 1 Turn the ignition...

Page 314: ...should be rotated every 5 000 to 8 000 miles 8 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual 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 69 and Wheel Replacement on page 5 72 for more information The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The ...

Page 315: ... to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 76 When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s 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 a new tire if any of the following statements are true You can see t...

Page 316: ...y an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properl...

Page 317: ...y 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 performance of ...

Page 318: ...ation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance If you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If...

Page 319: ... in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 76 for more information Used...

Page 320: ...mage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contacting your vehicle and don t spin your wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front tires Notice If your vehicle has a tire size other than P235 55R17 size tires use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tire...

Page 321: ... may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without t...

Page 322: ...rake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued To be even more certain the vehicle will not move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side at the oppos...

Page 323: ... the compact spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it Then remove the cover 2 Remove the compact spare tire from the trunk See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 86 for more information about the compact spare 3 Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise and remove it Then remove the jack and wrench 5 77 ...

Page 324: ...our vehicle may have center caps if equipped with aluminum wheels To remove the wheel center cap use the flat end of the wheel wrench and pry them off at the pry off notch Do not drop the cap or lay it face down as it could become scratched or damaged The wheel nuts are hidden behind the center cap Your vehicle may be equipped with wheel covers 5 78 ...

Page 325: ...nch and pry along the edge of the cover until it comes off The edge of the wheel cover could be sharp so do not try to remove it with your bare hands Do not drop the cover or lay it face down as it could become scratched or damaged Once you have removed the wheel cover center cap or wheel nut caps use the following procedure to remove the flat tire and install the spare tire 1 Turn the wheel wrenc...

Page 326: ...heel opening in the cutout of the rocker panel molding Locate the placement of where to put the jack using the diagram above when a rear tire needs to be changed Use the notch B as a guide when positioning the jack lift head A near the front edge of the rear wheel opening C For jacking at the vehicle s rear location put the jack lift head about 4 inches 10 cm from the front edge of the rear wheel ...

Page 327: ...your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the compact spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well o...

Page 328: ... you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off 6 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 7 Install the compact spare tire CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 8 R...

Page 329: ...iginal equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 104 for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence a...

Page 330: ... wheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place After you ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle you ll need to...

Page 331: ...2 Remove the protector guide and attach the retainer securely The cover will not fit over a full size tire so be sure to store the cover as far forward as possible 3 Replace the protector guide back in the foam holder when you put the compact spare tire back in the trunk 4 Put the cover back over the compact spare tire and tighten the center nut A Retainer B Cover C Compact Spare Tire D Nut E Jack...

Page 332: ...er and be in good shape in case you need it again Notice When the compact spare is installed do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Don t use your compact spare on other vehicles And don t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or t...

Page 333: ...proved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer Here are some cleaning tips Always read the instructions on the cleaner label Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set Carefully scrape off any excess stain Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn To avoid forming a ring on fabric after spot cleaning clean the en...

Page 334: ...ue cleaning using a clean area of the cloth each time it becomes soiled 6 When the stain is removed blot the cleaned area with another dry clean soft white cloth 7 If the cleaner leaves a ring effect follow up with the club soda water instructions given earlier in this section Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup black coffee egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drink...

Page 335: ...ather Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect the s...

Page 336: ...g it often with lukewarm or cold water Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely GM approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer See Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 94 Do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based ...

Page 337: ...y remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years To help keep the paint finish looking new keep the vehicle in a garage or covered whenever possible Wind...

Page 338: ...sive 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 wheels Notice If you drive your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes you could damage the aluminum or chrome plated wheels The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Never drive a ve...

Page 339: ...ody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your GM dea...

Page 340: ...ome wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one step No wiping necessary Wash Wax Concentrate M...

Page 341: ...ce Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You will find this label in the trunk It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the following VIN Model desig...

Page 342: ...cuit is protected by individual fuses in the underhood fuse block An electrical overload will cause the fuse to blow If this happens have your headlamp system checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electr...

Page 343: ...ical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating Instrument Panel Fuse Block Driver s Side Fuse Block Some fuses are in a fuse block at the end of the instrument panel on the driver s side of the vehicle Pull off the cover labeled FUSES to expose the fuses 5 ...

Page 344: ...ntrol Module Crank CIG AUX Accommodated Device Accessory BCM Body Control Module Accessory AIRBAG Airbagt System ABS PCM Anti Lock Brake System Powertrain Control Module Brake Switch Crank Relay Canister Vent Solenoid Run Crank STOP Brake Lamps Body Control Module Run Crank TRN SIG Turn Signal Flashers CRUISE Cruise Control Steering Column Controls 5 98 ...

Page 345: ...odule Door Lock Controls PWR MIR Power Mirrors CLSTR BCM Cluster Body Control Module Data Link Connector Battery LH HTD ST BCM Driver s Heated Seat Body Control Module Battery controlled Loads Relays Usage RAP Retained Accessory Power Relay HEADLAMP Headlamp Relay Circuit Breakers Usage RETAINED ACCSRY PWR BRKR Power Windows Sunroof Breaker 5 99 ...

Page 346: ...Passenger s Side Fuse Block Some fuses are in a fuse block at the end of the instrument panel on the passenger s side of the vehicle Pull off the cover labeled FUSES to expose the fuses 5 100 ...

Page 347: ...rd Switch REAR PRK LP Rear Parking Lamps AUX PWR Accessory Power Outlet Battery C LTR Cigarette Lighter RADIO Radio Radio Amplifier Remote Digital Radio Receiver FRT PARK LP Front Parking Lamps Instrumentation Lighting Relays Usage PARK LP RELAY Parking Lamp Relay BACK UP LP RELAY Back up Lamps Relay BATT RUN DOWN PROTECTION RELAY Battery Run Down Protection Relay REAR DEFOG RELAY Rear Defogger Re...

Page 348: ...T I P 2 Right Fuse Block Battery U HOOD 1 Underhood Top Fuse Block HORN RLY Horn Relay BLANK Blank BLANK Blank FOG RLY Fog Lamps Relay F PMP RLY Fuel Pump Relay DRL EXT LTS Low Left Front High Left Front Headlamps EXT LTS Low Right Front High Right Front Headlamps PCM PCM Battery A C RLY CMPR HVAC Compressor Relay Generator Relays Usage FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump FOG LTS Fog Lamps CRANK RLY Starter Crank...

Page 349: ...s Battery FAN CONT 2 3 Relays 2 3 FAN CONT 1 Cooling Fan Control Relays 1 FUEL INJ Fuel Injectors TRANS SOL Transmission Solenoids A C RLY COIL HVAC Control Relay ENG DEVICES Canister Purge Solenoid Mass Air Flow Sensor MAF AIR Pump Relay Valve Control DFI MDL Direct Fire Ignition Module OXY SEN Oxygen Sensors Pre and Post Converter Relays Usage FAN CONT 3 Secondary Cooling Fan Passenger s Side FA...

Page 350: ...aining replacing converter more fluid may be needed 7 4 quarts 10 0 quarts 7 0 L 9 5 L Cooling System Including Reservoir 3400 V6 Engine 3800 V6 Engine 3800 Supercharged V6 Engine 11 3 quarts 11 7 quarts 11 7 quarts 10 7 L 11 0 L 11 0 L Engine Oil with Filter 3400 V6 Engine 3800 V6 Engine 3800 Supercharged V6 Engine 4 0 quarts 4 5 quarts 4 5 quarts 3 8 L 4 2 L 4 2 L Fuel Tank 17 0 gallons 64 3 L A...

Page 351: ...ngine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap 3400 V6 E Automatic 0 060 inches 1 52 mm 3800 V6 K Automatic 0 060 inches 1 52 mm 3800 Supercharged V6 1 Automatic 0 060 inches 1 52 mm 5 105 ...

Page 352: ... NOTES 5 106 ...

Page 353: ...dule 6 2 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 13 Maintenance Record 6 14 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Page 354: ... 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 Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working cond...

Page 355: ...alified technician do the work Some maintenance services can be complex So unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment you should have your GM Goodwrench dealer do these jobs When you go to your GM Goodwrench dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM parts If you want to purchase se...

Page 356: ...l life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 5 22 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system When the change engine oil message appears certain services checks and inspections are required Required services are described in the following for Maintenance I and Maintenance II Generally it is recommended that your first service be Maintenanc...

Page 357: ...ion pressures and wear See Tires on page 5 59 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling system See footnote c Inspect wiper blades See footnote d Inspect res...

Page 358: ...50 000 240 000 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 25 An Emission Control Service Supercharger service if equipped An Emission Control Service See footnotes and l Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter severe service See footnote h Change automatic transaxle flu...

Page 359: ...es be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded a Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect other brake parts including calipers parking brake etc b Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts or ...

Page 360: ...rly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often h Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service ...

Page 361: ...her details Notice It is important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level Failure to keep your engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to your engine not covered by your warranty Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 29 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check ...

Page 362: ...er position contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System 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 It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake on pag...

Page 363: ...ular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the ...

Page 364: ...asher Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Usage Fluid Lubricant Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Automatic Transaxle DEXRON III Automatic Transmission Fluid Look for Approved for the H Specification on the label Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Supercharger Supercharger Oil GM Par...

Page 365: ...al Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number AC Delco Part Number Automatic Transaxle Filter 10351258 24206433 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 10351258 A1614C Engine Oil Filter 25010792 PF47 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 10340216 CF132 Spark Plugs 12568387 41 101 Windshield Wiper Blades Shepherd s Hook Type 22 inches 56 0 cm 10350320 8 T22 6 13 ...

Page 366: ...rmed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 in this section Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 9 can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 14 ...

Page 367: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 15 ...

Page 368: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16 ...

Page 369: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17 ...

Page 370: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18 ...

Page 371: ...gram 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 10 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Section 7 Customer Assistance and ...

Page 372: ...ustomer Communication Centre by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of t...

Page 373: ...A 22203 1838 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs Specific vehicle informati...

Page 374: ...ited States Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 1 800 222 1020 1 800 833 2438 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313...

Page 375: ...hone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program As the owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle you are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program This value added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the...

Page 376: ... of your location Location of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number Mileage Vehicle Identification Number VIN and delivery date of the vehicle Description of the problem While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service it is added security while traveling for you and your family Remember we are only a phone call away Chevrolet Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 23...

Page 377: ... it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps minimize your inconvenience ...

Page 378: ...verage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating GM dealers and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your GM dea...

Page 379: ...erformance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes these on board systems do not record sounds such as conversation of vehicle occupants To read this information special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data is required GM will not access information about a crash event...

Page 380: ...ashington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write to Transport Canada 330 Sparks Street Tower C Ottaw...

Page 381: ...wledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle In Canada information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or by calling 1 800 GM DRIVE 1 800 463 7483 Owner s Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provi...

Page 382: ...6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc on the World Wide Web at www helminc com Or you can write to Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to...

Page 383: ... 5 86 Aluminum Wheels 5 92 Care of Safety Belts 5 90 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 93 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 90 Fabric Carpet 5 87 Finish Care 5 91 Appearance Care cont Finish Damage 5 93 Glass Surfaces 5 89 Instrument Panel 5 89 Interior Plastic Components 5 89 Leather 5 89 Sheet Metal Damage 5 93 Tires 5 92 Underbody Maintenance 5 93 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 94 Vinyl 5 89 Washin...

Page 384: ... 4 8 Break In New Vehicle 2 16 Bulb Replacement 5 54 Back Up Lamps 5 57 Halogen Bulbs 5 54 Bulb Replacement cont Headlamp Aiming 5 54 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 55 Replacement Bulbs 5 57 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Sidemarker Lamps 5 56 Buying New Tires 5 70 C California Fuel 5 6 Canadian Owners ii Capacities and Specifications 5 104 Carbon Monoxide 2 10 2 2...

Page 385: ...5 91 Glass Surfaces 5 89 Instrument Panel 5 89 Interior Plastic Components 5 89 Leather 5 89 Tires 5 92 Cleaning cont Underbody Maintenance 5 93 Vinyl 5 89 Washing Your Vehicle 5 90 Weatherstrips 5 90 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 91 Climate Control System Air Filter Passenger Compartment 3 27 Dual 3 23 Outlet Adjustment 3 26 Comfort Guides Rear Safety Belt 1 24 Compact Spare Tire 5 86 Content The...

Page 386: ...hting 3 20 Delayed Headlamps 3 15 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 4 Dome Lamp 3 19 Door Ajar Warning Message 3 47 Locks 2 8 Power Door Locks 2 9 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 9 Driver Position Safety Belt 1 15 Driver Information Center DIC 3 51 Driving At Night 4 15 City 4 19 Defensive 4 2 Drunken 4 2 Freeway 4 20 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 22 In Rain and on Wet Roads 4 16 Rocking Your Vehicle ...

Page 387: ...ender Safety Belt 1 26 Exterior Lamps 3 14 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 25 Finish Damage 5 93 Flash to Pass 3 8 Flat Tire 5 75 Flat Tire Changing 5 76 Flat Tire Storing 5 84 Fluid Automatic Transaxle 5 26 Power Steering 5 42 Windshield Washer 5 43 Fog Lamps 3 16 Folding Rear Seat 1 8 Fuel 5 5 Additives 5 6 California Fuel 5 6 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 5 10 Filling Your Tank 5 8 Fuels in F...

Page 388: ... 5 54 Daytime Running Lamps Automatic Headlamp System 3 15 Delayed 3 15 Flash to Pass 3 8 Halogen Bulbs 5 54 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 55 High Low Beam Changer 3 8 Heated Seats 1 4 Heater 3 23 Highbeam On Light 3 41 Highbeam Out Warning Message 3 50 Highway Hypnosis 4 22 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 22 HomeLink Transmitter 2 33 HomeLink Transmitter Programming 2 34 Ho...

Page 389: ...nt Dome 3 19 Exterior 3 14 Fog 3 16 Interior 3 16 Reading 3 20 LATCH System Child Restraints 1 39 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 41 Latches Seatback 1 6 Light Airbag Readiness 3 33 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 3 35 Brake System Warning 3 34 Cruise Control 3 41 Highbeam On 3 41 Malfunction Indicator 3 37 Safety Belt Reminder 3 32 TCS Warning Light 3 36 Traction Control...

Page 390: ...tenance Requirements 6 2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 13 Maintenance Schedule cont Owner Checks and Services 6 9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Using Your 6 2 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 37 Manual Lumbar Controls 1 3 Manual Seats 1 2 Message Battery Warning 3 44 Center 3 42 Change Engine Oil 3 46 Door Ajar Warning 3...

Page 391: ...il Pressure Gage 3 40 Pressure Message 3 45 Supercharger Engine 5 23 Older Children Restraints 1 27 Online Owner Center 7 3 OnStar System 2 32 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Outlet Adjustment 3 26 Outside Convex Mirror 2 31 Heated Mirrors 2 31 Power Mirrors 2 31 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 34 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 Owners Canadian ii P Parade Dimming 3 20 Park P Shifting Into 2...

Page 392: ...Seat Passengers Safety Belts 1 21 Rear Storage Area 2 37 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming 2 30 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming with OnStar 2 30 Rearview Mirror with OnStar 2 29 Rearview Mirrors 2 29 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 34 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 4 Removing the Flat Tire and I...

Page 393: ...e for Everyone 1 9 Safety Warnings and Symbols iii Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Seatback Latches 1 6 Seats Easy Entry Seat 1 7 Head Restraints 1 6 Heated Seats 1 4 Manual 1 2 Manual Lumbar 1 3 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Seatback Latches 1 6 Six Way Power Seats 1 3 Split Folding Rear Seat 1 8 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 41 Rear Seat Position 1 41 Right Front Seat Position 1...

Page 394: ...amps and Sidemarker Lamps 5 56 TCS Warning Light 3 36 Theft Deterrent Radio 3 88 Theft Deterrent Systems 2 14 Content Theft Deterrent 2 14 Passlock 2 15 Tilt Wheel 3 6 Tire Low Message 3 46 Tires 5 59 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 5 92 Buying New Tires 5 70 Chains 5 74 Changing a Flat Tire 5 76 Cleaning 5 92 Compact Spare Tire 5 86 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 75 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 65 Inspection and Ro...

Page 395: ...6 Transaxle Operation Automatic 2 20 Trip Computer 3 53 Trip Odometer 3 32 Trunk 2 10 Trunk Ajar Warning Message 3 47 Turn and Lane Change Signals 3 7 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3 7 U Understanding Radio Reception 3 90 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 71 V Vehicle Control 4 5 Customization Settings 3 93 Damage Warnings iv Service Soon Message 3 50 Symbols iv Vehicle Data Collection and Event Da...

Page 396: ... Message 3 48 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 72 Replacement 5 72 Where to Put the Restraint 1 36 Windows 2 12 Power 2 13 Windshield Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 91 Windshield Washer 3 10 Fluid 5 43 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 58 Fuses 5 96 Windshield Wipers 3 9 Winter Driving 4 24 X XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 93 Y Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 14 ...

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