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Seats and Restraint Systems

Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also
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Seats and Seat Controls

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Rear Seats

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Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone

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Here Are Questions Many People Ask
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How to Wear Safety Belts Properly

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Driver Position

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Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy

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Right Front Passenger Position

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Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)

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Safety Belt Pretensioners

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Rear Seat Passengers

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Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for
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Center Passenger Position (Bench Seat)

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Children

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Restraint Systems for Children

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Older Children

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Safety Belt Extender

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Checking Your Restraint Systems

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Replacing Restraint System Parts
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Summary of Contents for 2001 Silhouette

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Page 2: ...i 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner s Manual Litho in U S A ECopyright General Motors Corporation 06 22 01 Part Number 10315372 A First Edition All Rights Reserved ...

Page 3: ...e General Motors of Canada Limited for Oldsmobile Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propriétaires...

Page 4: ...nd a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION 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 don t you or others c...

Page 5: ...ent colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols used on your vehicle are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you ...

Page 6: ...v These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle ...

Page 7: ...bout Safety Belts and the Answers 1 27 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 27 Driver Position 1 35 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 36 Right Front Passenger Position 1 36 Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS 1 45 Safety Belt Pretensioners 1 45 Rear Seat Passengers 1 48 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 51 Center Passenger Position Bench Seat 1 52 Children 1 56 Restrai...

Page 8: ...o place try to move the seat back and forth with your body Six Way Power Seat The six way power seat control is located on the outboard side of the driver s front seat D Move the front of the control up or down to adjust the front portion of the cushion up or down D Move the rear of the control up or down to adjust the rear portion of the cushion up or down D Lift up or push down on the whole cont...

Page 9: ... the front portion of the cushion up or down D Move the rear of the control up or down to adjust the rear portion of the cushion up or down D Lift up or push down on the whole control to move the entire seat up or down D To move the whole seat forward or rearward slide the control toward the front or rear of the vehicle D To raise and recline the seatback push or pull the top of the control forwar...

Page 10: ...sition The seat will move to the position previously stored for the identified driver You will hear one beep You can also store an exit position for each driver The exit position is programmed by moving the seat to the desired exit position and then holding the EXIT button for more than three seconds The exit position set will be for the most recently selected driving position 1 or 2 A double beep...

Page 11: ...the switch will glow Press the top of the switch to turn the heater off The heated seat switch will turn off when the ignition is turned to OFF and resume operation when the ignition is turned to RUN unless the switch is manually turned off Reclining Front Seatbacks All front seats recline To adjust the manual seatback pull up on the lever located on the outboard sides of both the driver s and the...

Page 12: ...s job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t 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 ...

Page 13: ...up or down to adjust it The rear seat head restraints in your vehicle may be adjustable They work the same as the front seat head restraints Rear Seats Seat Controls The rear seats in your vehicle have levers and straps used to adjust remove and reinstall the seats By using the levers and straps in the correct order you can easily remove the seats from your vehicle When you put the seats back in t...

Page 14: ...e the rear set of hooks from the floor pins by pulling the nylon strap located at the base of the seat hang on to the straps as the seat folds forward To return the seat s to the normal position do the following 1 Push the seat back and firmly push the rear hooks onto the rear floor pins by pushing down on the rear of the seat 2 Try to raise the seat to check that it is locked down 3 Lift the seat...

Page 15: ...to use the nylon strap to fold or recline the seatbacks To fold the seatback forward pull this nylon strap located on the rear of the seat The seatback will lock into place To raise a seatback pull the nylon strap while raising the seatback until it locks upright Push and pull on the seatback to check that it is locked into place To recline the seatback pull the nylon strap Press back on the seatb...

Page 16: ...hen let go of the recliner lever To return the seatback to an upright position lift the recliner lever without putting any pressure on the seatback Push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked into place Removing the Split Bench Seat Make sure the seatback is in the upright position 1 Lift the seatback recliner lever or pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat to fold the seatback for...

Page 17: ...it bench seat Replacing the Split Bench Sections CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked CAUTION A seat that isn t locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop People in the vehicle could be injured Be sure to loc...

Page 18: ...back is in the upright position and the safety belts are on the correct section of the seat Don t put the sections of the bench seat in so they face rearward because they won t latch that way The split bench seats have seat position labels located on the back of each seat showing where the seat must go Follow that diagram The seat must be placed in the proper location for the legs to attach correc...

Page 19: ...k that the seat is in the full rear position 3 Firmly push the rear hooks onto the rear floor pins by pushing down on the rear of the seat 4 Try to raise the seat to check that it is locked down 5 Lift the seatback recliner lever or pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat and raise the seatback until it locks upright 6 Push and pull on the seatback to check that it is locked Repeat these step...

Page 20: ... seatback lift up on the recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat Use the recliner lever to move the seatback to the desired position It is easier to raise or lower the seatback if you lean forward taking the weight off the seatback The seatbacks on the second row captain s chairs also fold forward to put items behind the left and right seats Lift up on the recliner lever and fold t...

Page 21: ...t One is located below the center in front of the seat The other is located across the rear of the seat Lift up either lever to slide the seat forward or rearward Release the lever Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place Removing the Captain s Chairs 1 Pull the nylon strap behind the chair to release the rear hooks from the floor pins ...

Page 22: ... could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked CAUTION A seat that isn t locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop People in the vehicle could be injured Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it ...

Page 23: ...atch that way For the second row if you want more storage room behind the seat adjust the seat by sliding it forward The captain s chairs have seat position labels located on the back of the seat showing where the seat must go Follow that diagram The seat must be placed in the proper location for the legs to attach correctly Make sure the seatbacks are in the upright position the seat belts are on...

Page 24: ...e seat can be removed and replaced or with the seatback folded it can lie flush with the convenience center Folding the Seatback CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked To fold down the seatback pull up on the lever located on the back of th...

Page 25: ...re that it is locked into the upright position Removing the Stowable Seat 1 Remove the convenience center if it is in the vehicle See Convenience Center in the Index for more information 2 Make sure all items are off of the stowable seat 3 If the seatback is down put the seatback in its upright position before removing the seat See Folding the Seatback previously 4 From behind the bench seat push ...

Page 26: ...here Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked CAUTION A seat that isn t locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop People in the vehicle could be injured Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted won t provide the protection needed in a crash The...

Page 27: ...e not attached correctly the rear legs will not attach to the rear set of floor pins 2 Firmly push the rear hooks into the rear floor pins by pushing down on the rear of the seat 3 Try to raise the seat to make sure that it is locked down 4 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure that it is locked into place Safety Belts They re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety b...

Page 28: ...uckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them ...

Page 29: ...1 23 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it ...

Page 30: ...1 24 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield ...

Page 31: ...ent panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense ...

Page 32: ...hey work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts...

Page 33: ...w which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let ...

Page 34: ...as you pull up on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d 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 ac...

Page 35: ...e desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing the button down to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your sho...

Page 36: ...t is too loose It won t 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 ...

Page 37: ...You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you ...

Page 38: ...y injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests ...

Page 39: ... be seriously 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 aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen ...

Page 40: ...isted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t 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 ...

Page 41: ...on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy ...

Page 42: ...e shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS This part explains the frontal and side impact Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS or air bag systems Your vehicle has four air bags a frontal air bag for the driver another frontal air bag for the...

Page 43: ... work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants frontal air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past The side impact air bags for the driver and right...

Page 44: ...lose to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always se...

Page 45: ...s The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door ...

Page 46: ...ight not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering Don t let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact air bag ...

Page 47: ...eployment 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 If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The driver s and right front passenger s frontal air bags are not designed to inflate in rollovers rear impacts or in ...

Page 48: ...r frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But the frontal ...

Page 49: ...so If you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or a door In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag D Air bags are designed to inflate only once After an air bag inflates you ...

Page 50: ...r break the air bag coverings Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems To purchase a service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index CAUTION For up to 1...

Page 51: ... crash you ll need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash in the Index Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safe...

Page 52: ...ck 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 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks In the third row if the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Third Row Outside Passenger Position Pull up on the latch plate to mak...

Page 53: ...elt as you pull up on the shoulder part The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d 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 an...

Page 54: ... shoulder belt comfort guides This feature will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head If your vehicle has a split bench seat in the third row there is one guide for each outside passenger position To provide added safety belt ...

Page 55: ...to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Remove the guide from its storage pocket on the side of the seatback 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide ...

Page 56: ...n and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions earlier in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides Slide the guide into the storage pocket ...

Page 57: ...ur vehicle has a third row rear bench seat someone can sit in the center position When you sit in the center position of the bench seat you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt ...

Page 58: ...yone 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 while in a vehicle Infants and Young Children Every time infants an...

Page 59: ...much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 ...

Page 60: ...r are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different models available When purchasing a child restraint be sure it is designed to be use...

Page 61: ...fants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt ...

Page 62: ... restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint ...

Page 63: ...surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window ...

Page 64: ...raps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is ...

Page 65: ...at as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap Some child restr...

Page 66: ...ont passenger s position because there s no place to anchor the top strap Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed If you have an adjustable head restraint route the top strap under it Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secur...

Page 67: ...1 61 Second Row Third Row 50 50 An anchor bar for a top strap is located at the rear of the seat cushion for each second and third row outboard seating position ...

Page 68: ...cle you must lift the tray sill to use the anchor See Convenience Center in the Index for more information Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System Your vehicle has the LATCH system You ll find anchors A in both second row captain s chairs To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system each seating position with the LATCH system will have latches betw...

Page 69: ...ng child restraint that has attaching points B at its base and a top tether anchor C or a rear facing child restraint that has attaching points B as shown here With this system use the LATCH system instead of the vehicle s safety belts to secure a child restraint ...

Page 70: ...ng a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Attach the anchor points on the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 If the child restraint is forward facing attach th...

Page 71: ...elt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint inst...

Page 72: ...tch plate to adjust the belt if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to ...

Page 73: ...g a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or lar...

Page 74: ...ecure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how ...

Page 75: ...h down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger ...

Page 76: ... a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat Although a rear seat is a safer place you can secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instruct...

Page 77: ... instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 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 ...

Page 78: ...ur knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 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 passenger ...

Page 79: ...r belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder 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 ...

Page 80: ...elt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but 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 belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index If the child is so small that the shoulder be...

Page 81: ...t in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash ...

Page 82: ... frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts or LATCH system parts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn durin...

Page 83: ...ASS KeyR III 2 42 New Vehicle Break In 2 42 Ignition Positions 2 44 Starting Your Engine 2 45 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 47 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 51 Parking Brake 2 52 Shifting Into PARK P 2 55 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 55 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 56 Engine Exhaust 2 56 Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 58 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 2 65 Exterior Lamps 2 67 In...

Page 84: ...icle with the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather ...

Page 85: ...river s power window switch has two down positions The first position lowers the window normally The second position activates the express down feature Push the switch to the first position to lower the window normally To raise the window pull up the front of the switch Express Down Window To activate the express down feature push the AUTO switch all the way down to the second position then releas...

Page 86: ...witch located in the overhead console switchbank is used for opening and closing the power rear quarter windows Press the textured part of the switch to open the windows both windows will open The windows can be opened fully or part way depending on how long the switch is pressed Press the part of the switch with the symbol to close both windows The windows can be closed fully or part way dependin...

Page 87: ...cle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children ...

Page 88: ...y made Any new PASS Key III key must be programmed before it will start your vehicle See PASS KeyR III in the Index for more information on programming your new key NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your key inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in So be sure you...

Page 89: ...k your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or the optional remote keyless entry transmitter From the inside use the manual or power door locks To unlock either front door ...

Page 90: ...hicle and release it This will only unlock that door or the liftgate To unlock all the doors and the liftgate at once insert the key into the key cylinder then turn it toward the front of the vehicle and hold it for one second With power door locks you can lock all the doors from the outside by inserting the key and turning the key toward the rear of the vehicle Also when the doors are locked with...

Page 91: ... P All doors will unlock automatically when the ignition is turned off while the shift lever is in PARK P If someone needs to get out while you are not in PARK P have that person use the manual lever or the power door lock switch When the door is closed again it will not lock automatically Use the manual lever or the power door lock switch to lock the door To change the way the automatic door lock...

Page 92: ...ou are leaving the vehicle take your keys open your door and set the locks from the inside Then get out and close the door Remote Keyless Entry System Option If your vehicle has this feature you can lock and unlock your doors and the liftgate from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle Your remote keyless entry system operates ...

Page 93: ... and try again D Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See the instructions that follow D If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Operation Remote Driver s Door and All Door Unlock When you press UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter only the driver s door will unlock If you press UNLOCK again within five seconds all the doors ...

Page 94: ...e parking lamps will flash to let you know the command was received If you would like to change the way the parking lamps operate with remote unlock confirmation see Multifunction Alarm Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index Panic Alarm Option When you press the panic button with the horn symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter the parking lamps will flash and the horn will sound This will...

Page 95: ...losed the driver s side sliding door can be opened normally Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle 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 ...

Page 96: ...he halves 2 Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter Do not use the metal flanges to pop out the battery 3 Replace the battery 4 Reassemble the transmitter Make sure the halves are snapped together tightly so water will not get in 5 Check the transmitter operation Switchbanks There are two sets of switchbanks located in the front of the vehicle The switches will vary with the options that are...

Page 97: ...se switches there will be a blank switch in its place For more information see each of these features in the Index Instrument Panel Switchbank This switchbank is located in the instrument panel below the comfort controls The switchbank may include the rear fan knob rear window wiper washer the fog lamps the traction control and the heated seats If your vehicle does not have some of the options con...

Page 98: ...e programmed with several different features The features you can program depend on the options that came with your vehicle The following chart shows the features that can be programmed To determine which features your vehicle is equipped with follow the steps listed for entering the programming mode ...

Page 99: ...previously You can now program your choices To exit the programming mode follow the steps listed under Exiting Programming Mode later in this section Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting This feature allows you to customize the interior lamps when entering and exiting the vehicle Programmable Modes Mode 1 Both Features Off The interior lamps will turn on or off at the same instant that a door is...

Page 100: ...erior lamps from on to off until you hear the number of chimes corresponding to the mode selection you want 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 Automatic Door Locks This feature allows you to customize the automatic locking and unlocking of the doors when ...

Page 101: ... Press LOCK to change the current mode 5 Press LOCK until you hear the number of chimes corresponding to the mode selection you want 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 Last Door Closed Locking and Lockout Prevention This feature allows you to customize th...

Page 102: ...her exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Remote Driver s Unlock Control This feature allows you to customize the UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter Programmable Modes Mode 1 Remote All Doors Unlock When you press UNLOCK on your remote keyless entry transmitter all doors and the liftgat...

Page 103: ...ing your vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter Programmable Modes Mode 1 Both Features Off Remote lock and unlock confirmation are disabled Mode 2 Exterior Lamps Flash Only D When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock your vehicle your parking lamps will flash to let you know the command has been received D When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock your...

Page 104: ...left the factory To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode do the following 1 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode listed previously 2 Press LOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter 3 Count the number of chimes you hear The number of chimes indicates the vehicle s current programmed mode If you do not wish to chang...

Page 105: ...efore your vehicle was shipped from the factory it was programmed in Mode 4 The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode do the following 1 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode listed previously 2 Turn the parking lamps on then of...

Page 106: ...on when you lock the doors or the content theft deterrent system will not arm D The system will disarm when you unlock the doors with your remote keyless entry transmitter While this mode provides increased security it can be a problem if your remote keyless entry transmitter is damaged lost or if it fails to operate for any reason while the content theft deterrent system is armed The content thef...

Page 107: ...cylinder must remain in the unlock position during Steps 2 through 4 3 Press the panic button with the horn symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter 4 Count the number of chimes you hear The number of chimes indicates the vehicle s current programmed mode If you do not wish to change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section...

Page 108: ...pen either sliding door from outside the vehicle pull the handle out and then pull the door toward the rear If you slide the door all the way back the door will rest in a detent position To move the door forward you must first pull the door past the open detent position The driver s side sliding door is designed to open only a little if the fuel door is open If this ever happens don t try to force...

Page 109: ...es not slam shut be sure to hold it open until everyone is clear of the door and only then allow it to slowly close Lock either sliding door from inside the vehicle by moving the manual lock lever down Unlock it by moving the lever up With power door locks the sliding door lock has a delay feature See Power Door Locks and Multifunction Alarm Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index ...

Page 110: ...child or others could be injured Do not leave children or pets unattended in your vehicle To help avoid accidental operation of the sliding door turn the power to the sliding door off by pressing the part of the power sliding door override switch with the symbol If you have the optional dual power sliding doors press the part of both power sliding door switches with the symbol on it to turn off th...

Page 111: ...le to open the door s in the following ways D When using the power sliding door switches located on the overhead console switchbank D when using the switch in front of the driver s or passenger s side sliding door or D when using the optional remote keyless entry transmitter NOTICE When your vehicle goes through an automatic car wash be sure the power sliding door is turned off If it isn t the pow...

Page 112: ...r sliding door s is open or in the process of closing when you shift out of PARK P a buzzer will sound This is a warning that the sliding door s is not completely closed If the power to the sliding door s is turned off the buzzer will not sound indicating the door s is not completely closed CAUTION If you shift the transaxle out of PARK P and accelerate before the power sliding door latches closed...

Page 113: ...is ever happens don t try to force the sliding door Just close the driver s side sliding door Then when the fuel filler door is closed the driver s side sliding door can be opened normally CAUTION You or others could be injured if caught in the path of the sliding door Make sure the door path is clear before closing the door If you want to open the power sliding door s when the override switch es ...

Page 114: ... the control of the power door system If you want to close the power sliding door s when the override switch es is turned off pull the inside or outside handle or the edge of the door Move the door about 4 inches 10 cm toward the closed position and release it The door will close completely and latch for you To close the power sliding door s when the override switch es is turned on pull the inside...

Page 115: ...tside If your vehicle has the optional power sliding door s you can override the security lock by pressing either power door lock switch when the power sliding door override switch es is turned off When the power sliding door override switch es is turned on the power sliding door s cannot be opened from the inside when the sliding door security lock is in use If you want to open the sliding door w...

Page 116: ...ower sliding door is unlocked and securely closed 2 Turn the ignition key to OFF 3 If on turn off the power sliding door override switch off 4 Remove the fuse 29 from the underhood fuse block Leave it out for 30 seconds 5 Reinstall the fuse and wait 10 seconds 6 Turn the power sliding door override switch on 7 Press either of the power door lock switches to open the power sliding door 8 Open the d...

Page 117: ... the liftgate into something and break the glass CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftgate D Make sur...

Page 118: ...ugh your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves so don t do it When you park your vehicle and open the driver s door you ll hear a chime reminding you to remove y...

Page 119: ...e to leave something valuable in your vehicle D Put your valuables in a storage area like your glove box D If your vehicle has a remote keyless entry system take the transmitter with you D Lock all the doors except the driver s Content Theft Deterrent Option If your vehicle has this option it has a theft deterrent alarm system A light located on top of your instrument panel near the center of the ...

Page 120: ...tay on when you press the rear of the power door lock switch to let you know the system is arming After all doors and the liftgate are closed and locked the security light will begin flashing at a very slow rate to let you know the system is armed Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Your alarm system will arm when you use your remote keyless entry transmitter to lock the doors if the ...

Page 121: ...ow the system is no longer armed If you would like your key not to disarm the alarm system see Multifunction Alarm Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index Nuisance Alarms If you experience nuisance alarms alarms which are not caused by the opening of a door or the liftgate and are not desirable you may need to reduce the damage detection sensitivity Try programming the content theft deterrent to M...

Page 122: ... RSS 210 of Industry Canada 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 operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment PASS Key III uses ...

Page 123: ...S Key III to have new keys made To program additional keys you will need two current driver s keys black in color You must add a step to the following procedure After Step 3 repeat Steps 1 through 3 with the second current driver s key Then continue with Step 4 To program the new key 1 Verify the new key has PK3 stamped on it 2 Insert the ignition key in the ignition and start the engine If the en...

Page 124: ...linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings D Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch you can turn the key to five different positions A ACCESSORY This is the position in which you can operate your electrical ac...

Page 125: ...f and the key is in the ignition D RUN This is the position to which the switch returns after you start the engine and release the switch The switch stays in RUN when the engine is running But even when the engine is not running you can use RUN to operate your electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights E START This position starts the engine When the engine starts r...

Page 126: ... your ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine warms up NOTICE Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If t...

Page 127: ...the accelerator pedal NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped In very cold weather 0_F 18_C or colder the engine coolant heater can ...

Page 128: ...a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outside temperat...

Page 129: ...om the solenoid of the system This ensures that the system is operating properly If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish See Shifting Out of PARK P in this section CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not full...

Page 130: ...esn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift out of PAR...

Page 131: ...ng less than 35 mph 55 km h and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D for higher speeds Warm Up Shift Your vehicle has a computer controlled transaxle designed to warm up the engine faster when the outside temperature is 35_F 2_C or colder You may notice that the transaxle will shift at a higher vehicle speed until the engine is warmed up This is a normal condition designed to provide heat to the passenger s comp...

Page 132: ...axle Use THIRD 3 or AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D as much as possible Don t shift into SECOND 2 unless you are going slower than 65 mph 105 km h or you can damage your engine NOTICE If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly or if it seems not to shift gears as you go faster something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor If you drive very far that way your vehicle can be damaged So if this hap...

Page 133: ...t a solid object You could damage your transaxle Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transaxle Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Parking Brake The parking brake is located on the driver s side under the instrument panel To set the parking brake hold the regu...

Page 134: ...nd you could also damage other parts of your vehicle If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving Shifting Into PARK P CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have lef...

Page 135: ... like this D Pull the lever toward you D Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P ...

Page 136: ...hift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called t...

Page 137: ... pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then try to move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the ignition key to OFF 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the engine and then shift to the drive gear you w...

Page 138: ... coming into your vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know CAUTION Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle See the earlier Caut...

Page 139: ... Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Horn You can sound the horn by pressing the horn symbols on your steering wheel Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit...

Page 140: ...to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way 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 just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will re...

Page 141: ...than 3 4 mile 1 2 km a chime will sound to let the driver know to turn it off If the you need to leave the signal on for more than 3 4 mile 1 2 km turn off the signal and then turn it back on Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from high to low beam or low to high simply pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you Then release it When the high beams are on this light on th...

Page 142: ...r snow Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers A circuit breaker will stop them until the...

Page 143: ...f the switch Washer fluid will run down the window as long as the switch is held in When the top of the switch is released the wiper will continue to cycle three more times There is only one washer fluid reservoir for the front and rear windshield wipers See Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index To wash the rear window when the rear wiper is already on press the top of the switch with the wash symb...

Page 144: ...tion can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the optional traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See Traction Control System in the Index When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on Se...

Page 145: ...This of course shuts off the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R A briefly You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there If you hold the switch at R A the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake So unless you want to go faster don t hold ...

Page 146: ... To slow down in very small amounts press the SET button briefly Each time you do this you ll go 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 control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on...

Page 147: ... dark enough outside and turn off all of the lamps and lights during the day except the Daytime Running Lamps DRL Parking Lamps Turning the control to this setting turns on the parking lamps together with the following D Sidemarker Lamps D Taillamps D Instrument Panel Lights Headlamps Turning the control to this setting turns on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights ...

Page 148: ... front parking and turn signal lamps come on in daylight when the following conditions are met D The ignition is on D the exterior lamps control is off and D the parking brake is released When the DRL are on only your front parking and turn signal lamps will be on Your instrument panel won t be lit up When it s dark enough outside the exterior lamps will come on automatically When it s bright enou...

Page 149: ...amps the fog lamps can be turned on when the exterior lamps control is in any position Your fog lamps will go off when you switch to high beams Using your high beams in fog is not recommended Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights The thumbwheel for this feature is located below the exterior lamp control Turn the thumb...

Page 150: ...econds if you unlock your door using your key or the optional remote keyless entry transmitter and the ignition is in LOCK or OFF After 40 seconds have passed the interior lamps will slowly fade out The lamps will turn off before the 40 seconds if you D Lock all the doors using the key D press LOCK on the power door lock switch or D press LOCK on the optional remote keyless entry transmitter When ...

Page 151: ...on see Multifunction Alarm Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index Exit Lighting With exit lighting the interior lamps will come on for about 25 seconds whenever you remove the key from the ignition If you turn the ignition key to RUN or ACCESSORY the lamps will fade out The lamps will also fade out if you lock the doors with the power door lock switch or the optional remote keyless entry transmit...

Page 152: ...urn either reading lamp on or off press the lens of the lamp There is also a reading lamp in the second row integrated with the dome lamp To turn either reading lamp on or off press the button next to the lamp lens These lamps will not turn on if the interior lamps override switch is on See Interior Lamps Override Switch in the Index Dome Lamp The dome lamp is located in the center of your vehicle...

Page 153: ...matically turn off after 10 minutes The lamps won t come back on again until you D Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY D turn the interior lamps thumbwheel all the way to the right then slightly back to the left or D open or close and reopen a door that is closed If your vehicle has less than 15 miles 25 km on the odometer the battery saver will turn off the lamps after only three minutes Mirror...

Page 154: ...rward In the rearward position they will fold almost flush with the vehicle This feature is particularly useful in automatic car washes Your mirrors have a blue tint to reduce glare while driving at night Convex Outside 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 vehi...

Page 155: ...ft the latch release Use the key to lock or unlock the glove box The glove box door has a detent to prevent the door from lowering too far Open the glove box until the door is partway open then pull the door down if you need it fully open To close the glove box the door must be pushed up past the detent In the door of the glove box you will find a tissue pack holder and clip for a pen or pencil Co...

Page 156: ...in lift the latch release and the door will fold down Inside the bin you will find a tray that slides out Slide the tray all the way toward the rear of the vehicle until the tray locks onto the plastic tabs at the end of the guide rails The tray can hold CDs or cassettes in the center area You can also store cassettes in the left and right side area The tray can be removed for cleaning or when you...

Page 157: ...bs on the bottom of the dividers while pulling up Put the dividers back in by sliding them down until the tabs click into place To reinstall the tray line up the guides on the bottom of the tray with the guide rails in the storage bin door Slide the tray back in Front Seat Storage Bin The storage bin is located under the manual front passenger s seat To open the bin lift the handle and slide the d...

Page 158: ...s have cupholders that can be used when the seatbacks are folded down Convenience Net Option The optional convenience net is designed to help keep small loads like grocery bags from falling over during sharp turns or quick stops and starts Install the convenience net at the rear of your vehicle just inside the liftgate To use the convenience net do the following 1 Attach the upper loops to the pos...

Page 159: ...r than the side closest to the liftgate The convenience net has a maximum capacity of 100 lbs 45 kg It is not designed to hold larger heavier loads Store such loads on the floor of your vehicle as far forward as you can When not in use it is recommend that you take down the convenience net to extend the life of the net and help retain its elasticity and to keep the rear exit clear Store the net in...

Page 160: ...take down the convenience nets to extend the life of the nets and to help retain their elasticity Front Seat Storage Net There is a storage net that stretches between the front seats Pull the hooks toward the passenger s seat and insert them into the holes To store the net lift the hooks up and out of the holes The net does not detach from the driver s seat When not in use it is recommend that you...

Page 161: ...onto the door latch and lower the convenience center cover to close it Removing the Convenience Center 1 Make sure that all items are off of the convenience center and that it is empty 2 Turn the hand knob counterclockwise until the knob is loose 3 Lift up on the hand knob to grab a hold of the convenience center 4 Lift up on the convenience center while pulling it toward you and pull it out Repla...

Page 162: ...e tray sill can be folded down onto the stowable seat to close the space between the two when the stowable seat is folded down To do this flip the sill plate up and over toward the stowable seat The cover of the convenience center can be left in its upright position while the vehicle is moving The convenience center has six hooks on the inside cover for hanging items on The prop rods can hold up t...

Page 163: ...r drivers to have a collision and of course damage your vehicle You may be able to carry something like this inside But never carry something longer or wider than the luggage carrier on top of your vehicle If you have the optional luggage carrier you can load things on top of your vehicle The luggage carrier has slats and side rails attached to the roof as well as sliding crossrails and places to ...

Page 164: ...rrier of a proper size and weight put it on the slats as far forward as you can Then slide the crossrail up against the rear of the load to help keep it from moving You can then tie it down Don t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index ...

Page 165: ...as needed to accommodate loads of various sizes After repositioning the crossrails be sure to tighten the release knobs by turning them clockwise This will lock the crossrails in place Use the tie down loops on the slider to help secure large loads Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also remove them from the center mount and swing them to the side Lighted Visor Van...

Page 166: ...is located in the rear compartment on the driver s side To remove the cover pull the tab on the cover and pull it off The air inflator kit is stored in the glove box It includes a 20 foot 6 m hose with an air pressure gage and nozzle adapters CAUTION Inflating something too much can make it explode and you or others could be injured Be sure to read the inflator instructions and inflate any object ...

Page 167: ...turn on the fuse may be blown or installed incorrectly See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index or see your dealer for service Your air inflator will automatically shut off after about 10 minutes To reset press the ON switch again Don t run your air inflator for longer than 30 minutes at one time If you do you may damage the system After 30 minutes wait at least 10 minutes before restarting the...

Page 168: ...n the rear accessory power outlet line up the tabs at the back of the cover and put the cover in place Push down the tab to secure the cover When not in use always cover the rear accessory power outlet with the protective cap NOTICE When using the accessory power outlets D Maximum load of any electrical equipment should not exceed 20 amps D Be sure to turn off any electrical equipment when not in ...

Page 169: ...not covered by your warranty OnStarR System If Equipped OnStar is a vehicle communications system that offers a variety of services and provides a one touch hands free communication link between you and the OnStar Center To receive OnStar services a service subscription agreement is required and an additional fee may be required Services are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week For more informat...

Page 170: ...in progress Press the Communication button if you notice the light blinking and you are not on a call The light will be red in the event of an OnStar system malfunction If this occurs press the OnStar Services button to attempt to contact an advisor If the connection is made the advisor will assist you with steps to take to make sure that the system is functioning properly If you cannot contact th...

Page 171: ...accident D Remote Door Unlock To contact the center call 1 888 4 ONSTAR You will be required to provide your security information An advisor will send a command to your vehicle to unlock itself The advisor can delay unlocking your vehicle Remote Door Unlock is disabled 48 hours after the vehicle is parked to maintain the battery charge D Vehicle Locator Service To contact the center call 1 888 4 O...

Page 172: ...onditions such as mountainous terrain D subject to cellular carrier equipment limitations Global positioning locating capabilities will not be available if satellite signals are obstructed OnStar will not function if the vehicle s battery is discharged or disconnected It may also be inoperative if the vehicle is in an accident and the OnStar or vehicle electrical system components are damaged OnSt...

Page 173: ...r than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Programming the HomeLink Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door you are programming It is rec...

Page 174: ...ning a Garage Door Opener with a Rolling Code Feature later in this section or contact the manufacturer of HomeLink at 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Be sure to keep the original hand held transmitter in case you need to erase and reprogram HomeLink Training a Garage Door Opener with a Rolling Code Feature If Equipped If you have not previously programmed the hand held trans...

Page 175: ...omeLink button see Steps 2 and 3 under Programming the HomeLink Transmitter while you press and re press cycle your hand held transmitter every two seconds until HomeLink is trained Operating the HomeLink Transmitter Press and hold the appropriate button on HomeLink for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing Channels To erase all th...

Page 176: ...2 94 The Instrument Panel Your Information System ...

Page 177: ... F Center Vents G Audio System H Side Vents I Exterior Lamps Control J Hood Release K Audio Steering Wheel Controls Option L Horn M Ignition Switch N Audio Steering Wheel Controls Option O Climate Controls P Rear Fan Controls Option Q Cupholder Tray R Accessory Power Outlet S Storage Bin T Instrument Panel Switchbank U Glove Box V Front Vents W Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...

Page 178: ...w at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically The indicator warning lights and gages are explained on the following pages United States version shown Canada similar ...

Page 179: ...designated by the word OIL in the display window The display can be toggled between the odometer the trip odometers and engine oil life by quickly pressing and releasing the trip reset button located to the right of the temperature gage The display toggles once each time the trip reset button is pressed for less than 1 5 seconds The display toggles in the following sequence Odometer Trip Odometer ...

Page 180: ...reset feature after you have started the vehicle but before you begin moving the display will show the number of miles kilometers you drove during the last ignition cycle Once you begin driving the trip odometer will accumulate mileage For example if you have driven 5 0 miles 8 0 km since you started your vehicle and then activate the retro active reset feature the display will show 5 0 miles 8 0 ...

Page 181: ... 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 shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting to do r...

Page 182: ...If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air bag system may not be working properly The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate wit...

Page 183: ... States Canada This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still o...

Page 184: ...e anti lock brake system needs service and you don t have anti lock brakes The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Traction Control System Warning Light Option United States Canada The traction control system warning light may come on f...

Page 185: ...f and the warning light will come on If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on your vehicle needs service Engine Coolant Temperature Gage United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red area your engine is too hot It means that your engine coolant has over...

Page 186: ...ge to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty NOTICE Mo...

Page 187: ...y see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified se...

Page 188: ...qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you ...

Page 189: ...ition is on Here are four things that some owners ask about All these things are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage D At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full D It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage reads For example the gage reads half full but it took more or less than half of the tank s capacity to fill it D Th...

Page 190: ...ld indicate that you have problems with a generator drive belt or another electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving while this indicator appears in the message center could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the message on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Service Traction System Warning Message Option United State...

Page 191: ...turn off and the warning message will come on If the traction control system warning message comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on your vehicle needs service Traction Active Message Option United States Canada If your vehicle has the traction control system the TRACTION ACTIVE message will appear when the traction control system is limiting wheel spin Yo...

Page 192: ...ould pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating in the Index Low Oil Pressure Message United States Canada Your vehicle is equipped with a low oil pressure warning message Your oil pressure message lets you know when you may have a problem with your engine oil pressure When the engine is running and this message appears on the engine oil ...

Page 193: ...your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty Low Engine Oil Level Message United States Canada If this message comes on it means your engine is low on oil You need to check the oil level right away Have your vehicle serviced immediately ...

Page 194: ...How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Message in the Index Power Sliding Door Warning Message United States Canada This message will come on if the power sliding door is not completely closed and the ignition is turned to RUN or START If you shift the transaxle out of PARK P while the power sliding door is open or in the process of closing and the power sliding door is turned off a buzzer will sound ...

Page 195: ...thers could fall out of the vehicle and be injured Always make sure the power sliding door is closed and latched before you drive away Door Ajar Warning Message United States Canada This message will come on when the ignition is turned to RUN or START and the driver s or passenger s door is open It may also come on if a sliding door is not in the fully latched position ...

Page 196: ...ch is open PASS KeyR III Security Message United States Canada If you are ever driving and this message comes on and stays on you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off Your PASS Key III system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key III system at this time ...

Page 197: ...ing Message If Equipped United States Canada You will receive this message when there is a spare tire on the vehicle or when the anti lock brake system warning light comes on The all wheel drive system will be disabled until the compact spare tire is replaced by a full size tire If the warning message is still on after putting on the full size tire you need to reset the warning message To reset th...

Page 198: ...ure and trip computer mode In the trip computer mode pressing the MODE button cycles through the five displays Press the MODE button after the last trip computer display to return the DIC to the OFF mode Off No driver information is displayed in this mode of operation Compass Temperature Mode One of eight compass readings and the outside temperature are displayed If the temperature is below 38_F 3...

Page 199: ...ton until the proper variance number as shown on the map is showing Press the MODE button to set the new variance zone and resume normal operation The display will show all the display segments briefly to acknowledge the change in the zone number Automatic Compass Calibration The compass is self calibrating which eliminates the need to manually set the compass When the vehicle is new the calibrati...

Page 200: ...yed D In the absence of vehicle communications a double dash is displayed If one of these error messages appear see your 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 D AVG ECON Average Fuel Economy This shows the average fuel economy since the last reset D INST ECON Instantaneou...

Page 201: ...assist can help you to determine how close an object is to your rear bumper within a given area making parking easier It is not intended to be used primarily as a rear obstacle detection system The rear parking assist display is located inside the vehicle above the rear window It has three color coded lights that can be seen through the rearview mirror The rear PARK AID switch is located in the ov...

Page 202: ...0 in 1 0 m D Amber light 5 ft 1 5 m A chime will sound the first time an object is detected if the object is between 20 inches 0 5 cm and 5 feet 1 5 m away Rear parking assist can detect objects 3 inches 7 6 cm and wider and at least 10 inches 25 4 cm tall but it cannot detect objects that are above liftgate level In order for the rear sensors to recognize an object it must be within operating ran...

Page 203: ...ed see your dealer It will also flash red if your vehicle is moving in REVERSE R at a speed greater than 3 mph 5 km h Other conditions that may affect system performance include things like the vibrations from a jackhammer or the compression of air brakes on a very large truck As always drivers should use care when backing up a vehicle Always look behind you being sure to check for other vehicles ...

Page 204: ...12 Setting the Clock 3 13 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Radio Data Systems RDS and Automatic Tone Control 3 21 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data Systems RDS and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 32 AM FM Stereo with Six Disc Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data Systems RDS If Equipped 3 42 Entertainment System Optio...

Page 205: ...ols the temperature of the air coming through the system Turn the knob clockwise toward the red area for warmer air Turn the knob counterclockwise toward the blue area for cooler air Mode Knob The right knob is used to select the direction of the air flowing into the vehicle Vent This setting directs air through the instrument panel outlets Bi Level This setting directs air into your vehicle in tw...

Page 206: ... the button will glow when recirculation is in use You may use this setting to limit odors entering your vehicle Operating the Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning HVAC system in the recirculation mode may cause fogging of the vehicle s windows when the weather is cold and damp To clear the fog switch the HVAC system to either the defog or defrost mode and increase the fan speed To avoid re foggin...

Page 207: ...ting directs air through the instrument panel outlets and the rear console outlets Bi Level This setting directs air into your vehicle in two ways Cooler air is directed toward your upper body through the instrument panel outlets and the rear console outlets while warmer air is directed through the floor ducts Floor This setting brings in most of the air through the floor ducts This setting is als...

Page 208: ...the air conditioning compressor on and off The light in the button will glow when the air conditioning is in use Air Conditioning On very hot days your vehicle will cool down more quickly and economically if you open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape For all settings adjust the temperature control knob and fan speed as desired To get maximum cooling or a quick cool down on very ...

Page 209: ... because the engine coolant is already warmed See Engine Coolant Heater in the Index Defogging and Defrosting To rapidly defrost the windshield move the temperature control to the red area and turn the mode knob to defrost Adjust the fan to the highest speed To keep the windshield clear and bring in heated air through the floor ducts turn the mode knob to defog When the temperature outside is abov...

Page 210: ...be covered by your warranty Rear Climate Control Vehicles without the Entertainment System Option If you have the optional rear climate control the rear seat passengers can control the temperature and the amount of air directed to the rear of the vehicle You can also adjust the amount of air directed to the rear of the vehicle using the front fan control knob When it s cold outside set the main cl...

Page 211: ...the vehicle The rear fan control in the instrument panel switchbank has an R setting which allows the rear passengers to use the rear climate control knobs to adjust the air through the rear air outlets Rear Comfort Controls The rear climate control knobs are located in the panel above the driver s seat Turn the temperature knob counterclockwise to the blue area for cooler air or clockwise to the ...

Page 212: ...ional rear entertainment system the rear seat passengers can control the temperature and the amount of air directed to the rear of the vehicle You can also adjust the amount of air directed to the rear of the vehicle using the front fan knob When it s cold outside set the main climate control mode knob to floor defog or defrost to send air to the rear of the vehicle through the floor ducts Set the...

Page 213: ...he display will show the current setting Press the left and right arrow buttons to cycle through the available settings OFF LOW MED and HIGH Rear Temperature Control Press the TEMP button in the overhead entertainment console to adjust the temperature of the air to the rear seat Press the left arrow button to make air cooler Press the right arrow button to make the air warmer Rear Air Vents To max...

Page 214: ...tside air from entering the vehicle by turning the fan to OFF and pressing the recirculation button Ventilation Tips D Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves This will allow the heater and defroster to work much better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows D When you enter a vehicle in cold weather turn the fan knob to 5 the h...

Page 215: ...ned off See Retained Accessory Power RAP in the Index Setting the Clock Your radio may have a button marked with an H or HR to represent hours and an M or MN to represent minutes Press and hold the hour button until the correct hour appears AM will appear on the display for morning hours Press and hold the minute button until the correct minute appears The clock may be set with the ignition on or ...

Page 216: ...r vehicle speeds Then as you drive automatic volume increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed NONE will appear on the display if the radio cannot determine the vehicle speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use automatic volume select OFF DISP Display Press this knob to display the time with the ignition on or off When th...

Page 217: ...the type of station you are listening to 5 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons The radio will produce one beep Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the station you set will return and the bass and treble equalization that you selected will also be automatically selected for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDIO Push and rele...

Page 218: ...ers and counterclockwise to move the sound to the rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers To adjust the balance or fade to the middle position push the AUDIO knob twice then hold it until you hear one beep The balance or fade will be adjusted to the middle position and the display will show the speaker balance To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle ...

Page 219: ...n frequency PTY and the name of the program if available Pressing and holding this knob will activate the RDS default display VOL Volume Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume when RDS interrupts regular play Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume Finding a PTY Preset Station To find a PTY preset station perform the following steps 1 Turn the P TYPE LIST knob to display the program type ...

Page 220: ...u return to your favorite Program Types PTYs These pushbuttons have factory PTY presets You can set up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Press BAND to select FM1 or FM2 2 Press the P TYPE LIST knob to activate program type mode 3 Turn the P TYPE LIST knob to select a PTY 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenever you press t...

Page 221: ...at does The traffic symbol will flash on the display When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements it will stop If no station is found NO TRAF will appear on the display Your radio can be programmed to interrupt the playback of a CD or FM radio by enabling the traffic interrupt feature Press the TRAF button once to seek to an RDS station that supports the traffic interrupt f...

Page 222: ... you hold this pushbutton or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the disc The sound will mute while seeking 3 REV Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at six times the normal playing speed Press and hold it for more than two seconds to reverse at 17 times the ...

Page 223: ... Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio EJT Eject Press this button to stop a CD when it is playing and to remove a CD when it is not playing Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first Compact Disc Messages E Error If this message and a number appears on the radio displ...

Page 224: ...this button to select LOW MEDIUM or HIGH Each higher choice allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive automatic volume increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed NONE will appear on the display if the radio cannot determine the vehicle speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use automati...

Page 225: ...up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press BAND to select AM FM1 or FM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press AUTO TONE to choose the bass and treble equalization that best suits the type of station you are listening to 5 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons The radio will produce one beep Whenever you press that numbere...

Page 226: ...balance between the right and left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob clockwise to move the sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to move the sound to the left speakers To adjust the fade between the front and rear speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until FADE appears on the display Turn the knob clockwise to move the sound to t...

Page 227: ...nformation is available In rare cases a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station When you are tuned to an RDS station the station name will appear on the display instead of the frequency Most RDS stations provide their station name the time of day and a Program Type PTY for their current progra...

Page 228: ...ng to a compact disc the last selected RDS FM station will interrupt play if that selected PTY format is broadcast BAND Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type Press and hold BAND for two seconds to turn alternate frequency on AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stronger stations Press and hold BAND ag...

Page 229: ...ay will stop for the announcement and resume when the announcement is finished This function will only work during actual emergency broadcasts and will not work during 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 These text messages are from the RDS broadcaster to the ...

Page 230: ...ile the traffic announcement plays If the cassette tape or compact disc player was being used the cassette tape and CD will stay in the player and resume play at the point where it stopped Radio Messages CAL ERR Calibration Error This message is displayed when the radio has not been calibrated properly for the vehicle You must return to the dealership for service LOCKED This message is displayed w...

Page 231: ...isplay Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous to work The sound will mute while seeking 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton to go to the next selection on the tape If you press this pushbutton more than once the player will continue moving forward through the tape SEEK and a positive number will appear on the display Your tape must have at least three se...

Page 232: ...act disc if both are loaded The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening EJT Eject Press this button located next to the cassette tape slot to stop a tape when it is playing and to remove a tape when it is not playing Eject may be activated with the radio off Cassette tapes may be loaded with the radio off if this button is pressed first Cassette Tape Messages I...

Page 233: ...ving back through the disc The sound will mute while seeking 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton to go to the next track TRACK and the track number will appear on the display If you hold this pushbutton or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the disc The sound will mute while seeking 3 REV Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track Press a...

Page 234: ...s TAPE CD to switch between the tape and compact disc if both are loaded The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening EJT Eject Press this button located to the right of the CD slot to stop a CD when it is playing and to remove a CD when it is not playing Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition o...

Page 235: ...N MED or MAX Each higher choice allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive automatic volume increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use automatic volume select OFF RCL Recall Push this knob to display the station being played or to display the clock Pu...

Page 236: ...radio on 2 Press AM FM to select AM FM1 or FM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press AUTO EQ to select the equalization that best suits the type of station selected 5 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the station you set will return and the equalization that you selected will also be automatically selected for that ...

Page 237: ...d between the speakers To adjust the fade between the front and rear speakers push and hold the AUDIO knob until FAD appears on the display Turn the knob to adjust the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers To adjust the balance and fade to the middle position select balance or fade and push and hold the AUDIO knob The radio will beep once a...

Page 238: ... the SEEK arrows to find radio stations for the PTY you want to listen to The last PTY selected will be used for seek or scan modes If a station with the selected PTY is not found NONE FOUND will appear on the display If both P TYPE and TRAF are on the radio will search for stations with traffic announcements and the selected PTY To use the PTY interrupt feature press and hold the P TYPE button un...

Page 239: ...essage INFO will appear on the display Press this button to see the message If the whole message does not appear on the display parts of the message will appear every three seconds until the message is completed To see the parts of the message faster than every three seconds press this button again A new group of words will appear on the display Once the complete message has been displayed INFO wi...

Page 240: ...ds You will hear a beep and the light located to the right of the slot will begin to flash 3 Once the light stops flashing and turns green load a disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull the disc in Once the disc is loaded the light will begin flashing again Once the light stops flashing and turns green you can load another disc The disc player takes up to six di...

Page 241: ... CD will be displayed You can now remove the disc If the disc is not removed after 25 seconds the disc will be automatically pulled back into the receiver If you try to push the disc back into the receiver before the 25 second time period is complete the receiver will sense an error and will try to eject the disc several times before stopping Do not repeatedly press the CD eject side of the LOAD C...

Page 242: ... the desired preset equalization setting while playing a compact disc The equalization will be automatically set whenever you play a compact disc See AUTO EQ listed previously for more information t SEEK u To seek press the left arrow while playing a CD to go to the start of the current track if more than ten seconds have passed Press the right arrow to go to the next track If you press the button...

Page 243: ...ay If S LIST is present press the SONG LIST button to turn it off 3 Select the desired disc by pressing the numbered pushbutton and then use the SEEK SCAN right arrow button to locate the track that you want to save The track will begin to play 4 Press and hold the SONG LIST button for two or more seconds to save the track into memory When SONG LIST is pressed a beep will be heard immediately Afte...

Page 244: ... beep will be heard followed by two beeps after two seconds and a final beep will be heard after four seconds S LIST EMPTY will appear on the display indicating that the song list has been deleted If a disc is ejected and the song list contains saved tracks from that disc those tracks are automatically deleted from the song list Any tracks saved to the song list again are added to the bottom of th...

Page 245: ...resume operation shut off the entertainment system pull down the video screen and then heat or cool the vehicle until the temperature is within the operating range Headphones The entertainment system includes four dual channel wireless headphones The headphones have an ON OFF switch a channel A B switch and a volume control To use the headphones turn the switch located on the left side to ON An in...

Page 246: ...ompartment 3 Replace the two AAA batteries Make sure that they are installed correctly If the headphones are to be stored for a long period of time remove the batteries and keep them in a cool dry place Stereo RCA Jacks The RCA jacks are located on the faceplate of the DVD player They allow you to hook up an auxiliary device such as a camcorder or a video game unit You may require adapter connecto...

Page 247: ...auxiliary device is playing When the front audio system is on to hear the DVD auxiliary device or the rear seat audio system you must use the headphones With the rear seat audio system on the speaker in the overhead console and the rear speakers are muted The speaker in the overhead console is set at a low level and is not intended to be heard at a high volume Video Screen The video screen is loca...

Page 248: ...s damage may occur Do not touch the video screen See Cleaning the Video Screen in the Index for more information DVD Player The DVD player is located in the front floor console The DVD player can be controlled by the buttons on the DVD player and by the buttons on the remote control See Remote Control later in this section for more information The DVD player works while the ignition is in RUN or A...

Page 249: ...oading the disc and the player will automatically start If a disc is already in the player press the play pause button on the face of the player or on the remote control Some DVDs will not allow you to fast forward or skip the copyright or previews Some DVDs will begin playing after the previews have finished If the DVD does not begin playing refer to the on screen instructions Stopping and Resumi...

Page 250: ...cking the line of sight may also affect the function of the remote control NOTICE Do not store the remote control in heat or direct sunlight This could damage the remote control and would not be covered by your warranty Keep the remote control stored in a cool place Remote Control Buttons Volume Press the up or down arrow to increase or decrease volume Play Pause Press this button to play a disc P...

Page 251: ...nd the right and left arrow buttons to move the cursor around the media menu After making your selection press Enter Some discs may contain a short skit leading up to the media menu Display Press this button to access the DVD player setup menu The setup menu includes the display menu the dimming menu and the source menu Use the up and down arrow buttons to navigate between menus Use the right and ...

Page 252: ... following 1 Slide open the battery door located on the back of the remote control 2 Remove the batteries from the compartment 3 Replace the two AAA batteries Make sure that they are installed correctly If the remote control is to be stored for a long period of time remove the batteries and keep them in a cool dry place Rear Seat Audio Vehicles without the Entertainment System If Equipped This fea...

Page 253: ...o listen to the radio SEEK While listening to AM FM press the up or down arrow to tune to the next or previous station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking The SEEK button is inactive if the AM FM mode on the front radio is in use While listening to a cassette tape press the up or down arrow to hear the next selection or previous selection on the tape The SEEK button is inactive if the...

Page 254: ...This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources AM FM cassette tapes and CDs However the rear seat passengers can only control the music sources that the front seat passengers are not listening to For example rear seat passengers may listen to a cassette tape or CD through the four sets of headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the front...

Page 255: ... and cannot change the frequency A While listening to the radio press the right or left arrow to tune to the next or previous station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking These arrows are inactive if the AM FM mode on the front radio is in use While listening to a cassette tape press the right arrow to hear the next selection on the tape Press the left arrow to go back to the previous ...

Page 256: ...utton to go to the other side of a tape when a cassette tape is playing D If your vehicle has the AM FM Stereo with Six Disc Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data Systems RDS press this button to go to a different CD when a CD is playing CD TAPE Press this button to switch between playing a cassette tape a compact disc a DVD or an auxiliary device when the headphones ar...

Page 257: ...e volume PLAY Press this button to play a loaded cassette tape or compact disc when the radio is playing MUTE Press this button to silence the system Press it again to turn on the sound This button may be used when listening to the radio a cassette tape or a compact disc Understanding Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range howe...

Page 258: ... to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage do the following 1 Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting 2 Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can add what you want If you can it s very i...

Page 259: ...assette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer GM Part No 12344789 When cleaning the cassette tape player with the recommended non abrasive cleaning cassette it is possible that the cassette may eject because the cut ta...

Page 260: ...r the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc and DVD Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Cleaning Your DVD Player When cleaning the outside DVD cabinet face and buttons use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water Cleaning the Video Screen When clean...

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Page 262: ... of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Traction Control System Option 4 11 All Wheel Drive AWD System Option 4 11 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 14 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 18 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 20 City Driving 4 21 Freeway Driving 4 22 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 23 Highway Hypnosis 4 24 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 25 Winter Driving 4 30 Recreational Vehicl...

Page 263: ...eventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call ...

Page 264: ...timates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How ...

Page 265: ...rinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks The law in an increasing number of U S states and throughout Canada sets...

Page 266: ... right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There s something else about drinking and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the...

Page 267: ...e Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 1...

Page 268: ...et harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine or ...

Page 269: ...of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and control...

Page 270: ...han even the very best braking Traction Control System Option Your vehicle may have a traction control system that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system works the front brakes and reduces engine power to limit wheel spi...

Page 271: ...uld always leave the system on But you can turn the traction control 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 Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index To turn the system off press the TCS button on the instrument panel switchbank If the system is limiting wheel spin when you press the button t...

Page 272: ...t it will take much more effort Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to...

Page 273: ...of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you You can avoid these problems by braking if you can stop in ...

Page 274: ... a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your ve...

Page 275: ...ndicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic D Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle Also ...

Page 276: ...ol systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and b...

Page 277: ... surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down wh...

Page 278: ...ps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep your...

Page 279: ...et wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It s wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank fil...

Page 280: ...our vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning doesn t happen often But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplani...

Page 281: ...ive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips D Turn on your low beam headlamps not just your parking lamps to help make you more visible to others D Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray D Have good tires with proper t...

Page 282: ... corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways turnpikes or superhighways are the safest of all roads But they have their own special rules The most important advice on free...

Page 283: ...distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to the next exit The exit ramp can be curved sometimes quite sharply The exit speed is usually posted Reduce your speed according to your speedometer not to your sense of motion After driving for a...

Page 284: ...s Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Don t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a s...

Page 285: ...ls and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads D Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill CAUTION If you don t shift down your brakes could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or...

Page 286: ...gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you can climb the hill better D Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane D As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident D You may s...

Page 287: ...tive 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 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and t...

Page 288: ... conditions See Traction Control System in the Index If you don t have a traction system accelerate gently Try not to break the gentle traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have an anti lock braking system you ...

Page 289: ...summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing t...

Page 290: ...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 it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close...

Page 291: ... See Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing following Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing D What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendations D How far will you tow Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow D Do you have the proper towing equipment See your dealer or t...

Page 292: ...be on the ground Dolly Towing If you have a two wheel drive vehicle it can be towed with two of its wheels on the ground To dolly tow your vehicle do the following 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Put the vehicle in PARK P 3 Set the parking brake and then remove the key 4 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing 5 Release the parking brake...

Page 293: ... GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front ...

Page 294: ...ave a seat folded down unless you need to Electronic Level Control Option On vehicles equipped with the optional electronic level control the rear of the vehicle is automatically kept level as you load or unload your vehicle However you should still not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR If the engine is running or the ignition key is in ACCESSORY or when retained accessory power RAP is active you may he...

Page 295: ...y follow the advice in this part and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle Your vehicle can tow a trailer To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means ch...

Page 296: ... control if your trailer will weigh 2 000 lbs 900kg or less You should always use a sway control if your trailer will weigh more than 2 000 lbs 900kg You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls D Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 800 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged D Then during the first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer ...

Page 297: ...our vehicle You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at Oldsmobile Customer Assistance P O Box 33171 Detroit MI 48232 5171 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure b...

Page 298: ...railer tongue Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to follow D The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for hitches Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to them Use only a frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper D If yo...

Page 299: ...le to install adjust and maintain them properly Because you have anti lock brakes do not try to tap into your vehicle s brake system If you do both brake systems won t work well or at all Driving with a Trailer CAUTION If you have a rear most window open and you pull a trailer with your vehicle carbon monoxide CO could come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness o...

Page 300: ...g 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 tu...

Page 301: ... in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle has to have extra wiring The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if...

Page 302: ...life of your transaxle Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but don t shift into PARK P yet 2 Have someone place c...

Page 303: ...ance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling 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 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 trailerin...

Page 304: ... that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 9 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 12 Cooling System 5 20 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 21 Changing a Flat Tire 5 36 Compact Spare Tire 5 38 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 305: ...ring column Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of ...

Page 306: ... acid that can burn you D They contain gas that can explode or ignite D They contain enough electricity to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelcoR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or ju...

Page 307: ...s involved in the jump start procedure Put an automatic transaxle in PARK P or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or in the accessory power outlet Turn off ...

Page 308: ...from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You don t need to add water to the ACDelcoR battery installed in every new GM vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there...

Page 309: ...s one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And don t connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive termin...

Page 310: ...r 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 connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Tr...

Page 311: ...ncorrectly To prevent electrical shorting take care that the cables don t touch each other or any other metal The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Jumper Cable Removal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part B Good Battery or Remote Positive Terminal C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal ...

Page 312: ...nt panel cluster See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage in the Index You also have an engine coolant temperature warning message on your instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Message in the Index Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode This emergency operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation If an overheated engine condition exists...

Page 313: ...n it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the...

Page 314: ...nditioner is on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you ca...

Page 315: ...Recovery Tank CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface ...

Page 316: ...the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running If they aren t your vehicle needs service NOTICE Eng...

Page 317: ...oblem yet but the coolant level isn t at or above the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your v...

Page 318: ...gine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the FULL COLD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is co...

Page 319: ...y are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and the radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap ...

Page 320: ...il it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough ...

Page 321: ...ass tube 4 Fill the radiator with the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed valve close the valve Otherwise close the valves after the radiator is filled 5 Rinse or wipe any spilled coolant from the engine and the compartment ...

Page 322: ...adiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this ...

Page 323: ...the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and 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...

Page 324: ...ey could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can 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 of the vehicle at the opposi...

Page 325: ...he side convenience net 2 Open the jack storage compartment by lifting up the tab and pulling the cover off A Jack B Strap C Bracket D Wing Nut E Jacking Instructions F Bag and Tools G Tire Bag and Cable AWD only 3 Remove the jack and jacking tools by loosening the wing nut and bracket 4 Separate the plastic pouch from the jack and remove the jacking tools folding wrench and extension from the pou...

Page 326: ...compact spare tire do the following A Hoist Shaft B Hoist Assembly C Retainer D Compact Spare Tire E Extension Chisel End F Folding Wrench 1 Attach the folding wrench to the extension and insert the chisel end on an angle through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft 2 Turn the folding wrench counterclockwise to lower the compact spare tire to the ground Continue to turn the wrench ...

Page 327: ... All Wheel Drive Vehicle later in this section If you have a front wheel drive vehicle the hoist is used to store a full size or a flat road tire under the vehicle See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools and Storing the Flat Tire on a Front Wheel Drive Vehicle later in this section If the compact spare tire will not lower check under the vehicle to see if the tire is hanging loose and the cable end a...

Page 328: ...eels use the handle of the folding wrench to pry the large center cap off Then with the other end of the folding wrench loosen the nuts If your vehicle has the plastic bolt on wheel covers loosen them completely using the folding wrench and remove the wheel cover ...

Page 329: ...ed with all wheel drive the underbody tire hoist assembly stores only the compact spare tire See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools in the Index for instructions To store a flat full size tire correctly see Storing the Flat Tire on an All Wheel Drive Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoi...

Page 330: ...is held firmly in place this lets you know that the secondary latch has released 4 Lower the jack by turning the folding wrench counterclockwise Keep lowering the jack until the compact spare tire is resting on the folding wrench 5 Grasp the compact spare tire with both hands and pull it out from under the vehicle 6 Reach under the vehicle and remove the folding wrench and jack Have the hoist asse...

Page 331: ...en flip the handle back to the starting position This avoids taking the wrench off the lug nut for each turn For wheels with a wheel lock key use the wheel lock key between the lock nut and folding wrench The key is supplied in the front passenger door pocket NOTICE To help avoid damage to the lock nut or the wheel lock key do not use an impact wrench with this key ...

Page 332: ...ise the vehicle yet Put the compact spare tire near you CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal inj...

Page 333: ...surfaces and spare wheel CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire...

Page 334: ...counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 9 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown CAUTION Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon a...

Page 335: ... wheel cover securely in the rear of the vehicle until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced NOTICE Wheel covers won t fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare you could damage the cover or the spare 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...

Page 336: ...he rear of the vehicle with the valve stem down 2 If the vehicle has aluminum wheels remove the small center cap by tapping the back of the cap with the extension of the shaft 3 Slide the cable retainer through the center of the wheel and start to raise the tire Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 4 When the tire is almost in the stored position turn the tire s...

Page 337: ...back on line up the tabs on the right of the cover with the slots in the cover opening Push the cover in place and push down the tab so that it rests in the groove This secures the cover in place A Strap B Bag and Tools C Jack Unless you have the plastic bolt on wheel covers be sure to also store the center cap When you replace the compact spare with a full size tire reinstall the bolt on wheel co...

Page 338: ...package from the jack storage area 2 If the vehicle has aluminum wheels remove the small center cap by tapping the back of the cap with the extension of the shaft 3 Put the flat tire in the tire storage bag and place it in the rear storage area with the valve stem pointing toward the front of the vehicle A Cable B Liftgate Hinges C Door Striker 4 Pull the cable through the door striker and the cen...

Page 339: ...n your vehicle you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your s...

Page 340: ... wheel drive you will need to drive with light to moderate acceleration for 10 seconds in a straight line This action will allow the vehicle to detect the compact spare tire and disable the all wheel drive system The AWD DISABLE message will come on indicating that the all wheel drive system is off You may detect a slight pull during this time but this is normal Damage to the all wheel drive syste...

Page 341: ...too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels If your vehicle has traction control you should turn your traction control system off See Traction ...

Page 342: ...r Cleaner Filter 6 19 Passenger Compartment Air Filter If Equipped 6 21 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 26 Engine Coolant 6 29 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 30 Power Steering Fluid 6 31 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 32 Brakes 6 35 Battery 6 36 Bulb Replacement 6 43 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 45 Tires 6 53 Appearance Care 6 53 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6 57 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicl...

Page 343: ...you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You should ...

Page 344: ...d be hurt Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less th...

Page 345: ...eet California specifications If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on see Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index and your vehicle may fail a smog check test If this occurs return ...

Page 346: ...s described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty 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 ...

Page 347: ...icle with dual sliding doors the driver s side sliding door will only open partway While refueling let the cap hang by the tether as shown To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise The fuel cap has a spring in it if you let go of the cap too soon it will spring back to the right ...

Page 348: ... on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap 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 in the Index The malfunction indicator lamp SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light will come on if the fuel cap is...

Page 349: ...ng the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t 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 T...

Page 350: ...od do the following 1 Pull the hood release handle located on the driver s side under the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and push up on the underhood release located near the center under the grille 3 Lift the hood ...

Page 351: ...u hood prop sleeve when handling the hood prop 5 Put the end of the hood prop into the slot in the underside of the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then follow these steps 1 Lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop 2 Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood 3 Return the prop to its retainer 4 Let the hood down and close it firmly ...

Page 352: ... Fuse Block B Remote Positive Terminal C Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir D Radiator Pressure Cap E Power Steering Fluid Reservoir F Engine Oil Fill Cap G Engine Oil Dipstick H Transaxle Fluid Dipstick I Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir J Engine Air Cleaner Filter K Engine Coolant Reservoir ...

Page 353: ...curate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick is located at the front of the engine compartment near the center The dipstick handle has a bright yellow loop design for easy identification See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil ...

Page 354: ...ndex NOTICE Don t 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 The engine oil fill cap is located behind the engine oil dipstick See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper ope...

Page 355: ...ute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in the foll...

Page 356: ...s below 20_F 29_C consider using either an SAE 5W 30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W 30 oil Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil The recommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil GM Oil Life Syst...

Page 357: ...your last oil change Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Message The GM Oil Life Systemtcalculates when to change your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use Anytime your oil is changed reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required If a situation occurs where you change your oil prior to a change engin...

Page 358: ...ou change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer a service station or a local recycling center for help E...

Page 359: ...are seated correctly in the slots 7 Put the duct back on and reinstall the clamps CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air clea...

Page 360: ... dust particles as well as odors such as exhaust or fuel fumes Reductions in airflow which may occur more quickly in dusty areas indicate that the filter needs to be replaced early For how often to change the passenger compartment air filter see Scheduled Maintenance in the Index The access panel for the passenger compartment air filter is located in the back of the glove box To replace the filter...

Page 361: ...the second filter out 4 Replace the filters by reversing Step 3 Make sure the filters are inserted so that the sealing foam is angled in the same direction on both filters For the type of filter to use see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index 5 Close the inner access door while squeezing the tab Be sure it is tightly closed 6 Snap the outer access panel into the back of the glove box ...

Page 362: ...intenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage your transaxle Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and...

Page 363: ...r foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P D Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps The dipstick is located toward the back of the engine compartment next to the brake master cylinder reservoir The dipstick handle ha...

Page 364: ...vel into the cross hatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRONR III because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle Damage caused by ...

Page 365: ...determine how often to check the lubricant See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule t...

Page 366: ...icant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole A fluid loss could indicate a problem check and have it repaired if needed What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant ...

Page 367: ...OOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warning messages and gages work as they should NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature ...

Page 368: ...r engine could get too hot but you wouldn t 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 COOLR coolant NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the...

Page 369: ...ttle higher When your engine is warm the level should be above the FULL COLD mark or a little higher Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank 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 al...

Page 370: ... on how to add coolant to the radiator see Cooling System in the Index Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE Your radiator cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck The radiator pressure cap is located at the front of the ...

Page 371: ...on How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off let the engine compartment cool down wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick When the engine compartment is hot the level should be at the H hot mark When it s cold t...

Page 372: ...d washer fluid until the tank is full NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t 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 doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters fu...

Page 373: ... your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll 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 h...

Page 374: ...AUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D 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 ll have to be r...

Page 375: ...es not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications Your rear drum brakes don t have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected immediately...

Page 376: ...onger work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free ACDelcoR battery When it s time for a new batte...

Page 377: ... battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb see Replacement Bulbs in the Index For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer s service department Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pres...

Page 378: ...marker Lamps later in this section 3 Remove the two wing nuts located on top of the headlamp assembly 4 Unscrew the black retainer ring that holds the bulb assembly in place 5 Pull the bulb assembly straight up from the lamp housing 6 Unhook the electrical connector by lifting up the blue tabs and pulling the bulb out ...

Page 379: ...o the electrical connector Tighten the black retainer ring in place Push the bulb firmly enough so that the blue tabs hook over the tab on the bulb 8 Carefully put the bulb assembly back into the lamp housing Be careful not to damage the bulb on the headlamp aiming bar ...

Page 380: ...he front turn signal parking lamp assembly See Front Turn Signal Parking Sidemarker Lamps next Front Turn Signal Parking Sidemarker Lamps 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the thumbscrew attaching the front turn signal parking lamp assembly to the headlamp assembly 3 Pull the front turn signal parking lamp assembly away from the vehicle 4 Unscrew the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by pressing the tab w...

Page 381: ...eplace the bulb by pulling the old one out and gently pushing the new one into the lamp socket 6 Line up the tabs on the socket with the gaps in the socket holes and screw the bulb socket back into the lamp housing until a click is heard the tab popping back out ...

Page 382: ...ping the upper tab on the front turn signal parking lamp assembly inboard of the headlamp bracket tab 8 To align the front turn signal parking lamp assembly with the headlamp assembly lift up the front turn signal parking lamp assembly until the upper edge is contacting the fender 9 Fasten the front turn signal parking lamp assembly to the headlamp assembly with the thumbscrew removed in Step 2 ...

Page 383: ...rom the taillamp housing on the inboard side 3 Pull off the entire taillamp housing The locator retaining pins on the outboard side are part of the lamp assembly and will remain intact during removal 4 Remove the bulb holder by pressing the four retaining tabs and pulling the holder away from the assembly ...

Page 384: ... Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking See Wiper Blade Check in the Index for more information Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index Here s how to remove the wiper blade 1 Turn the wipers on to the lowest i...

Page 385: ...clip at the connecting point of the blade and the arm up Then pull the blade assembly down toward the glass to remove it from the wiper arm 6 Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm until you hear the release clip click into place 7 Push the release clip from Step 4 down to secure the wiper blade into place ...

Page 386: ...nd a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D 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 D Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by ...

Page 387: ...verloading D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Rough ride D Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Don t forget your compact spare tire It should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use a good quality pocket ...

Page 388: ...Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Certification Tire label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel N...

Page 389: ...or location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Certification Tire label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to...

Page 390: ...here applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades ...

Page 391: ... to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel ...

Page 392: ...place it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM ori...

Page 393: ...en It could fail suddenly and cause a crash If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains NOTICE 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 tires Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain m...

Page 394: ...tone D Paint Thinner D Turpentine D Lacquer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle D Alcohol D Laundry Soap D Bleach D Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and ...

Page 395: ...d the section use a sponge to remove any excess cleaner 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean water dampened towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with co...

Page 396: ...hoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning the Top of the 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 w...

Page 397: ...d not be attached across the defogger grid Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with a full strength glass cleaning liquid The windshield is clean if beads do not for...

Page 398: ...vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cot...

Page 399: ...ve polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that ar...

Page 400: ...omatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle Petroleum based products may damage the paint finish ...

Page 401: ... have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fall...

Page 402: ...6 61 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials ...

Page 403: ...nd registration Engine Identification The 8th 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 ll find this label on the inside of the access panel located on the driver s side of the rear of the vehicle It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D your VIN D the...

Page 404: ...internal circuit breaker in the instrument panel fuse panel An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools ...

Page 405: ...ve a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage or use one of the spare fuses in the underhood fuse block Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the right amperage Replace it as soon as you can There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle the instrument panel fuse block and the underhood fuse bl...

Page 406: ...ontrol Switches Illumination PCM PASS KEY CLUSTER Instrument Cluster to PRNDL Indicators PWR MIRROR Power Remote Control Mirror Switch CRUISE Cruise Control Module Switch and Release Switch Blank Not Used PCM CRANK Powertrain Control Module PCM Ignition Crank PASS KEY PASS KeyR III System PWR LOCK Power Door Locks HTD MIRROR Heated Mirrors RH T LP Driver s Side Taillamp RR FOG LP Fog Lamps CIGAR D...

Page 407: ...ATT Module Electronic Brake Control Module Electronic Brake Traction Control Module EBCM EBTCM Fuses Usage ENHANCED EVAP AWD Evaporative Emissions EVAP Canister Vent Solenoid Valve All Wheel Drive AWD Blank Not Used ELC TRAILER ELC Air Compressor and ELC Relay Trailer Harness CTSY LAMP Courtesy Lamp IGN 1 BCM Electronic Brake Control Indicator Lamp Driver Module Instrument Panel Cluster Rear Side ...

Page 408: ...river s Side High Beam Headlamp PCM ABS IGN MAIN Relay and PCM Electronic Brake Control Module Underhood Fuse Block This fuse block is located in the engine compartment in front of the windshield washer fluid reservoir See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location The fuses marked spare are available if a replacement fuse is needed To remove the cover turn the knob ...

Page 409: ...Ignition 1 PSD Air Bag Turn Signal and Powertrain Control Module IGN MAIN Relay Underhood Fuse Block A C Clutch Electronic Ignition Ignition 1 U H INJ TCC 6 Coolant Fans 7 Fuses Instrument Panel ABS Module Battery Cigarette Lighter Courtesy Lamps Front Power Socket Power Locks Power Mirrors and Right Rear Power Socket 8 Ignition Switch to Fuses I P Body Control Module Program Front Comfort Control...

Page 410: ...t Used 16 Horn 17 Left Fog Lamp Right Fog Lamp Fog Lamp Indicator Mini Fuse Usage 18 Fuel Injectors 1 6 19 Not Used 20 Not Used 21 Evaporative Emissions EVAP Canister Purge Valve Heated Oxygen Sensors 1 and 2 Mass Air Flow MAF Sensor 22 Not Used 23 Not Used 24 Not Used 25 Ignition Control Module ICM 26 Not Used 27 Transaxle Range Switch to Back up Lamps 28 A C Clutch Relay to A C Compressor Clutch...

Page 411: ...Generator 31 Automatic Transaxle TorqueConverter Clutch Solenoids Stoplamp Switch to Powertrain Control Module 32 Fuel Pump Relay 33 Powertrain Control Module 34 Radio 35 Fog Lamp Relay 36 Horn Relay Mini Fuse Usage 37 Daytime Running Lamps DRL Control Module Headlamps and Instrument Panel Dimmer Switch Theft Deterrent Relay to Headlamps 38 Not Used 39 AIR Diodes Air Conditioning Clutch Diode 40 M...

Page 412: ...on Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement 7 4 quarts 7 0 L Complete Overhaul 10 0 quarts 9 5 L AWD Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement 8 7 quarts 8 3 L Complete Overhaul 10 8 quarts 10 3 L Cooling System With A C 9 6 quarts 9 1 L With Rear Climate Control 11 9 quarts 11 3 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 5 quarts 4 25 L Fuel Capacity Standard Regular 20 0 U S gallons 75 0 L Optional...

Page 413: ...cian Air Conditioning Refrigerant Systems Front A C 1 7 lbs 0 8 kg Front and Rear A C 2 2 lbs 1 0 kg Use Refrigerant Oil R134a Systems Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Engine Air Cleaner Filter A 1208C Engine Oil Filter PF47 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 2 GM Part No 52482929 Spark Plugs 41 940 Gap 0 060 inches 1 5 mm Windshield Wiper Blades Length 24 0 inches 60 0 cm Type Shepherd s Hook W...

Page 414: ...6 73 NOTES ...

Page 415: ...6 74 NOTES ...

Page 416: ...le needs these services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 15 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 20 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 22 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 24 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Page 417: ...nt Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals checks inspections and recommended fluids and lubrican...

Page 418: ... do the work If you want to get the service information see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service...

Page 419: ...tions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever ser...

Page 420: ...Maintenance Inspections following Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated interva...

Page 421: ...e oil message will come on Change your oil as soon as possible within the next two times you stop for fuel It is possible that if you are driving under the best conditions the oil life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year However your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset It is also important to check...

Page 422: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 7 ...

Page 423: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 8 ...

Page 424: ...r if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j R...

Page 425: ...spection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more o...

Page 426: ...r In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter at 100 000 miles 166 000 km 52 500 Miles 87 500 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote ACTUAL S...

Page 427: ...500 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the fil...

Page 428: ...ons the filter may require replacement more often j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote ACTU...

Page 429: ...ler towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transaxle fluid change both the fluid and filter 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Inde...

Page 430: ...l and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshiel...

Page 431: ...ee Wiper Blades Cleaning in the Index Spare Tire Check At least twice a year after the monthly inflation check of the spare tire determines that the spare is inflated to the correct tire inflation pressure make sure that the spare tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves use the folding wrench to tighten the cable See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools in...

Page 432: ... may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake in the Index if necessary Do not use the a...

Page 433: ...ary Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the RUN position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle needs service Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set ...

Page 434: ...ng your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D 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 D To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed...

Page 435: ...nd Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhau...

Page 436: ...ol cables Transfer Case Power Transfer Unit and Carrier Assembly Differential Rear Drive Module All Wheel Drive Inspection Every 12 months or at engine oil change intervals check rear differential and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary A fluid loss could indicate a problem check and have it repaired if needed Check vent hoses at transfer case and differential for kinks and proper insta...

Page 437: ...olant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only GM GoodwrenchR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Power Steering System GM Power Steering...

Page 438: ... GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Rear Folding Seat Fuel Door Hinge Liftgate Hinges Power Sliding Door Cable Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Sliding Door Track LubriplateR Lubricant Aer...

Page 439: ...ovided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 440: ...7 25 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 441: ...7 26 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 442: ...7 27 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 443: ...7 28 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 444: ...8 4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Features and Benefits 8 7 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 8 Courtesy Transportation 8 10 Warranty Information 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian G...

Page 445: ...ments Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales service or parts manager con...

Page 446: ...t is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you should file with the GM BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have Can...

Page 447: ...earing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Oldsmobile has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with Oldsmobile by dialing 1 800 833 OLDS 6537 TTY users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 Customer Assistance Offices Oldsmobile encourages customers to call the toll free number for assistance If a U S customer wishes to write to Oldsmob...

Page 448: ...800 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with free resource information such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installe...

Page 449: ... number is staffed by courteous and capable Roadside Assistance Representatives who are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year We will provide the following services during the Bumper to Bumper warranty period at no expense to you D Fuel delivery D Lock out service identification required D Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident D Flat ...

Page 450: ...phone number of your location D Vehicle model year and color D Mileage of vehicle D Vehicle Identification Number VIN D Vehicle license plate number Oldsmobile reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in Oldsmobile s judgement the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service it is add...

Page 451: ...sportation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you ...

Page 452: ... local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes levies usage fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Pr...

Page 453: ...TING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a gro...

Page 454: ... C Ottawa Ontario K1A 0N5 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 442 6537 or write Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33171 Detroit MI 48232 5171 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of C...

Page 455: ...nd intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM v...

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