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Oldsmobile AURORA 2003, Owner'S Manual

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Page 2: ...ols 3 23 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 30 D r formatior Center D C u 12 AK rJ Audio System s 3 59 Driving YourVehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Towing 4 33 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 12 Headlamp Aiming 5 50 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement i I I I 5 59 Tires 5 60 Appearance Care 5 82 Vehicle Identification 5 ...

Page 3: ...ated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle If you do this it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle In this manual you ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in back of ...

Page 4: ... I I These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people I I 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 could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen iii ...

Page 5: ...r 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 need help fi...

Page 6: ...FETY BELT WHEN ATTACHING MOVE SEAT FULLY REARWARD z SECURE CHILD SEAT PULL BELT COMPLETELY rHEN SECURE CHILD SEAT WINDOW 9 1 I ruvven tl I 1 DO NOT INSTALL A REAR FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INTHIS SEATING POSITION DO NOT INSTALL A ORWARD FACING CHILD RESTRAINT IN THIS SEATING POSITION n LIGHTING MASTER SWITCH B SIGNALS e TURN LAMPS P RUNNING i o DAYTIME LAMPS ENGINE COOLANT TEMP CHARGING BATTERY SYSTE...

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Page 8: ... 28 Older Children 1 28 Infants and Young Children 1 30 Child Restraint Systems 1 34 Where to Put the Restraint 1 37 Top Strap 1 38 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 39 LowerAnchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 40 Securing a Child Restraint Designedfor the Securing a Child Restraint in aRearSeat Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front LATCH System 1 42 Position 1 42 Seat Position...

Page 9: ... the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving I I Pull up on the control bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place The power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the driver s front seat The front passenger s seat may also have power...

Page 10: ...ck into a reclined position by pressing the top of the control backward Move the seatback forward by pressing the top of the control forward ManualLumbar If your vehicle has this feature the knob that controls it is located on the outboard side of the driver s seat Turn the knob toward the front of the vehicle to increase Illmhar slyyrt Tlrrn the knnh toward the rear nf the vehicle to decrease lum...

Page 11: ... and rearward to decrease support Press the control up or down to raise or lower the support mechanism Keep in mind that as your seating position changes as it may during long trips so should the position of your lumbar support Adjust the seat as needed If you have the independent front cushion moved down as far as it will go you may feel the lumbar support higher in your back Readjust the locatio...

Page 12: ...a srightiy nigner temperature The heated seats can only be used when the ignition is turned on When the ignition is turned off the heating element is also turned off Reclining Seatbacks If your vehicle has a power recliner the vertical control described previously in this section reclines the front seatbacks If your vehicle has the manual recliner lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat an...

Page 13: ... The shoulder belt can t do its job In a crash you could go intoit receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its jobeither In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces wouldbe there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat andwear...

Page 14: ...Head Restraints Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash 1 7 ...

Page 15: ...ehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might notbe if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too _ _ is ext nely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in theseareas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not a...

Page 16: ...ashes 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 people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work W...

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Page 19: ...unbuckle a safety belt even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted 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 1 12 ...

Page 20: ...n an accident even one that isn t your fault you and your passengers can be hurt Being a good driver doesn t protect you from things beyond your control such as bad drivers home And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur atspeeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone Jc t 3 ccide d ccczr ifhin 25 mi es An km 1 I How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is o...

Page 21: ... 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 it get twisted The lap shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 1 14 ...

Page 22: ...ld 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 across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt...

Page 23: ...s too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way N You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt i s too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 16 ...

Page 24: ...f 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 bethere not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 17 ...

Page 25: ... too far forward which would increase the chanceof 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 orspleen A The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times 1 18 ...

Page 26: ...isted across the body You can be s ously 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 1 19 ...

Page 27: ... Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts Before you close the door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle 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 1 20 ...

Page 28: ... works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the lap 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 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 hu...

Page 29: ...k up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks 1 22 ...

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Page 31: ...al injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restrainingforces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor 1 24 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...

Page 32: ...stalled on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide available for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and booster seats and forsmaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to install a comfort guid...

Page 33: ...ic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 1 26 ...

Page 34: ... and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1 27 Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the JI IUUIUGI h I A W To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt...

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

Page 36: ...o the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts pro...

Page 37: ...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 Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact...

Page 38: ...choice Instead they need to use a child restraint People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropri...

Page 39: ... systemis designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle s owner 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 whe...

Page 40: ...k and its head weighs so much c mparpd with the rest nf its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints The body structure ofa young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom...

Page 41: ... 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 1 34 ...

Page 42: ...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 A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 L L l I A L s L SUI I IG I IIYI I uaLn U U U L C I 3caw I l a v c a I I V G W I I I L I IUI I 1 3 5 1 35 ...

Page 43: ... 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 it w...

Page 44: ...illed ifthe right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right frontseat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child ...

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

Page 46: ...p strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructionssay Top Strap Anchor Location Your vehicle has top strap anchors already installedfor the rear seating positions You ll find them behind the rear seat on the filler panel In order to get to a bracket you ll have to open the trim cover 1 39 ...

Page 47: ... the lower anchors for this child restraint system each seating position with the LATCH system will have a label sewn into the seatback at each anchor point In order to use the system you need either a forward facing child restraint that has attaching points B at its base and a top tether anchor C or a rear facing child restraintthat has attaching points B as shown here 1 40 ...

Page 48: ...d restraintis properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint See Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCHSystem or Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position in the Index for information on how to secure a child restraint in your vehicle With this system use the LATCH system instead of the vehicle s safety belts to secure a ...

Page 49: ...ections to be sure it is secure TOremove the child restraint simply unhook the top strap from the top tether anchor and then disconnect the anchor points Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position i If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page1 40 You ll be using the lap shoulderbelt See Top Strap on page 1...

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Page 51: ...wn on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 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 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position I 44 ...

Page 52: ...1 38if the child restraint has one Be sure to fnlln A the instr dinns that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructionssay 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always movethe seat as far back as it will go before securing aforward facing child restraint See Power Seats on page 1 2 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up ...

Page 53: ...You may find it helpful to use your kneeto push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt directions to be sure it is secure 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different 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 1 46 ...

Page 54: ...ce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it CAUTION Continued Air bags are designe owork with safety belts but don t replace them Frontal air bags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to deploy only in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many ...

Page 55: ...g whenit inflates can be seriously injured or killed CAUTION Continued II Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your veh...

Page 56: ...driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the ut I 1 y I L ctnnrinry r r r h n n l I I 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 1 49 ...

Page 57: ... an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything betweenan occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anythingon 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 airbag The right front passenger s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger s seatback closest to the door 1 50 ...

Page 58: ...t 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 designedto inflate in rollovers rear impacts orin many sideimpacts because inflation would not help the occupant The side impact air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes A side impact air bag will inflate if the crash severity is...

Page 59: ...ide impact air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including frontal or near frontal collisions rollovers and rear impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those air bags Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions for the driver s and right front pass...

Page 60: ...shields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag Air bags are designed to inflate only once After an air bag inflates you ll need some new parts for your air bag system If you don t get them the air bag system won t be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other...

Page 61: ...reak 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 Publications Ordering Information on page 7 9 or up to IO ...

Page 62: ... or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keepa safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or 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 re...

Page 63: ...ed as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repairedor replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH syste...

Page 64: ...eterrent Svstems 2 19 Universal Theft Deterrent 2 19 PASS Key Ill Operation 2 21 PASS Key III 2 21 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 23 New Vehicle Break In 2 23 Ignition Positions 2 23 Starting Your Engine 2 24 Engine Coolant Heater 2 25 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 26 Parking Brake 2 29 Shifting Into Park P 2 30 Shifting Out of Park P 2 32 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 32 Engine Exhaust...

Page 65: ...k Transmitter ProgrammingtheHomeLink Transmitter Storage Areas Glove Box Front StorageArea 2 39 2 41 2 41 2 42 2 45 2 45 2 45 Assist Handles FloorMats Rear Storage Area Convenience Net Sunroof VehiclePersonalization MemorySeatandMirrors 2 45 2 46 2 46 2 46 2 47 2 48 2 48 2 2 ...

Page 66: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operatethe power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 3 ...

Page 67: ...inal keys Give this tag to your dealer if you need a new key made Any new PASS Key Ill key must be programmed before it will start your vehicle See PASS Key 111 Operation on page2 21 for more informationon programming your new key If your vehicle is equipped with the Onstar System with an active subscriptionand you lock your keys inside the vehicle Onstar may be able to send a command to unlock yo...

Page 68: ...ause undesired operation of the device Changes or modificationsto this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use h i s equipmeni At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this Check the distanc...

Page 69: ... on the back of your transmitter correspond to DRIVER I and DRIVER 2 on the DIC For more information see Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 45 Unlock Thedriver s door will unlock and the exterior lights will flash twice when this button is pressed If the unlock button is pressed again within five seconds all doors will unlock the exterior lamps will flash twice and the horn may sound See Secu...

Page 70: ...tures available on your vehicle can be programmed to the driver s preference for each transmitter e e e e Automatic D O Q Locks This feature programs your door locks to automatically lock or unlock when shifting in and out of PARK P or when the key is turned to OFF Security Feedback This feature provides feedback to the driver when the vehicle receives a command from the remote keyless entry trans...

Page 71: ...he DRL will flash twice each time the button with the unlock symbol is pressed the horn chirps when all doors are unlocked Parking lamps and the exterior lamps flash once and the horn chirps when locking the vehicle Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlockingyour vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a rep...

Page 72: ...tatic from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery do the following 1 Insert a coin or similar object into the notch near the key ring Turn it counterclockwise to separate the two halves of the transmitter 2 Once the transmitter is separated use a pencil eraser to remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 3 Replace the battery as the instruc...

Page 73: ...vercome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening Young children who get into unlocked Outsiders can easily enter through an There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use you...

Page 74: ...RAJAR Delayed Locking This personalization feature lets the driver delay the actual locking of the vehicle When the driver s power door lock switch or the lock symbol on the remote keyless entry is pressed with the key removed from the ignition and the driver s door open a chime will sound three times to signal that the lock delay mode is active When all doors have been closed the doors will lock ...

Page 75: ...r no automatic door unlock when shifting into PARK P or turning the ignition to OFF You can also program this feature to be turned off Then you will not have automatic door lock or unlock This feature will function when you close the doors and turn on the ignition If someone needs to get out while you re not in PARK P have that person use the manual or power door lock Whenthe door is closed again ...

Page 76: ...rom the inside when this feature is in use To open a rear door when the security lock is on do the following 1 Unlock the door 2 Open the door from the outside If you don t cancel the security lock feature adults or older children who ride in the rear seat won t be able to open the rear door from the inside You should let adults and older children know how these security locks work and how to canc...

Page 77: ...rsal Theft Deterrent on page 2 19 Trunk It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness andeven death If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid Make sure all other windo...

Page 78: ...nk symbol NEUTRAL N and the trunk release lockout switch is in OFF is pressed V i ethe ehIC E Is I PP K P 13r Trunk Release Lockout The trunk release lockout switch in the glove box allows you to secure items in the trunk and disable the fuel door release and the HomeLink Transmitter Move the trunk release lockout switch to ON lock the glove box and take the master key and remote keyless entry tra...

Page 79: ...d or as an anchor point when securing items in the trunk Improper use of the emergency trunk release handle could damage it There is a glow in the darkemergency trunk release handle located near the trunk latch This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle up to open the trunk from the inside 2 16 ...

Page 80: ...h 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 2 17 ...

Page 81: ... window hold the switch forward Window Lock Out Press the LOCK button on the driver s door armrest to disable all passenger window controls When the passenger swindows are disabled the driver s window switches will still be operable You can also use the Driver InformationCenter DIC to lock out only the rear window controls See Driver Information Center DIC on page3 45 Press the LOCK button again t...

Page 82: ...r lock switch or remote keyless entry system The SECURITY light should come on and stay on Close all doors The SECURITY light should go off after about 30 seconds The security system is not armed until the SECURITY light is off If the SECURITY light stays on or flashes when the ignition is turned on there is a problem with the system and the vehicle should be serviced If the SECURITY light comes o...

Page 83: ... the alarm by pressing the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter The alarm won t stop if you try to unlock a door any other way Testing the Alarm The alarm can be tested by following these steps 1 From inside the vehicle roll downthedriver s window and open the driver s door 2 Activate the system by lockingthe doors with the power door lock switch while the door is open or with the...

Page 84: ...s or modificationsto this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to I I uac LI 1 1 3 cyutpl I IGI 11 PASS Key Ill uses a radio frequency transponder in the key that matches a decoder in your vehicle PASS Key 111 Operation Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS Key Ill PersonalizedAutomotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key Ill is a passive theft...

Page 85: ...keys You must add a step to the following procedure After Step 2 repeat Steps 1 and 2 with the second current driver s key Then continue with Step 3 To program the new key do the following 1 Verify that the new key has PK3 stamped on it 2 Insert the current driver s key in the ignition and start the engine If the engine will not start see your dealer for service 3 After the engine has started turn...

Page 86: ...u get new brake linings Don t tnw a trailer during break in See Tawing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions With the ignition key in the ignition switch you can turn the switch to four different positions Notice If your key seems stuck inOFF and you can t turn it be sure you are using the correct key if so is it all the way in Ifit is then turn the steering wheel left and...

Page 87: ... controls clock sunroof option accessory power outlet and the radio for up to 10 minutes The instrument panel cluster lights will stay on for a few seconds then go out Once you open a door the power will shut off Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N...

Page 88: ...e engine coolant heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle At temperatures required D P 32 F c of the con ant heater is not To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord The engine coolant heate...

Page 89: ...of your veh f the shift lever is not fully inPARK P with the parking brake firmlyset Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless youhave to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could beinjured To be sure your vehicle won tmove even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift leve...

Page 90: ...e wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed Shifting into a Glgde gear while yo engllie is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your footis firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control andhit people or objects Don t shift into a drivegear while your engine is racing Notice...

Page 91: ...ep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is put in FIRST I the transaxle won t shift into FIRST 1 until the vehicle is going slowly enough Notice If your front wheels won t turn don t try to drive This ...

Page 92: ...sh the parking brake pedal with your left foot When you lift your left foot the parking brake pedal will follow it to the release position if you try to drive approximately 20 feet 6 1 m with the parking brake on the brake light stays on and a chime sounds until you release the parking brake Notice Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace the...

Page 93: ... re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake by pushing down the parking brake pedal with your left foot 3 Turn the ignition key to OFF 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 ...

Page 94: ...eve intc P A K P hn d 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 torque lock To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into PARK P properly before you leave the dr...

Page 95: ...er push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brakepedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try the following 1 Turn the key to the OFF ignition position 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want ...

Page 96: ...th You might have exhaust comingin if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damagedin a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs weren t done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle Drive ...

Page 97: ...nning Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving in the Index I It can be dangerousto get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully inPARK P with the parking brake firmlyset Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others couldbe injured To be sure ...

Page 98: ...s active The automatic dimming feature will be active each time the vehicle is started COMPASS Press this button once to turn the compass on or off 6 On Off For mirrors equipped with Onstar controls press this button once to turn the compass on or off When the ignition and the compass feature are on the compass will show two character boxes for approximately two seconds After two seconds the mirro...

Page 99: ...uld give false readings To adjust for compass variance do the following 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 2 Press and hold COMPASS or the on off button for mirrors equipped with Onstar controls until a zone number appears in the display 3 Once a zone number appears in the display press the COMPASS button or the on off button for mirrors equipped with O...

Page 100: ... a little of your vehicle and the area behind your vehicle If your vehicle is equipped with the memory function the mirrors and driver s seat position can be stored into memory See Memory Seat andMirrors on page 2 48 Outside Curb View Assist Mirror If you have the memory seat and mirrors feature the passenger s outside power mirror also includes a tilt down feature that operates when the shift lev...

Page 101: ...eally are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes I Outside Heated Mirrors When you operate the rear window defogger the heated driver s and passenger s outside rearview mirrors also warm up to help clear them of ice and snow See Rear Window Defogger underAutomatic Climate Control S...

Page 102: ...eyu ppeu vehicle s glove box literature For more information visit www onstar com contact Onstar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR I 888 466 7827 or press the blue Onstar button to speak to an Onstar advisor 24 hours a day 7 days a week n C L _ R _I Onstar Services OnStap provides a number of service plans to closely meet your needs Some of the services currently provided by Onstar are e Automatic Notification of...

Page 103: ... ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 Onstar Virtual Advisor With Onstar Virtual Advisor you can listen to your favorite news entertainmentand information topics such as traffic and weather reports stock quotes and sports scores You listen to your e mail through your vehicle s speakers and reply with your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road A completed Subscription Service Agreement is required prior to...

Page 104: ...es with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and ...

Page 105: ...ing only when the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Do not hold down the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat this step to program a second and orthird transmitter to the remaining two HomeLink buttons 2 Position the end of your hand heldtransmitter about 1 to 3 inches 3 to 8 cm away from the HomeLink buttons while keeping the indicator light in view 3 Simultaneously...

Page 106: ...ieie ine proyrarrllllirly HomeLink should nowactivate your rolling code equipped device To program the remainingtwo HomeLink buttons begin with Step 2 of Programming HomeLink Do not repeat Step 1 Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission This may not be long enough for HomeLinkO to pick...

Page 107: ...grammed See Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button next 30 seconds Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button To program a device to HomeLink usinga HomeLink button previously trained follow these steps 1 Press and hold the desired HomeLink button Do not release the button 2 The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds While still holding the HomeLink button proceed with Step 2 under Progr...

Page 108: ...e latch at the front center of the armrest When the latch disengages pull up on the armrest to open it Inside you will find storage for cassettes compact discs and coins In front of the storage area is a cupholder Press and release the cupholder cover to open Do not try to pull it out Press the cupholder back to its recessed position when not in use Assist Handles A handle above each rear door and...

Page 109: ...ay have a rear storage armrest with cupholders and a pass through feature Lift the front of the cover on the armrest to reveal the storage space Pull down the interior door to access the trunk Convenience Net Your vehicle may have a convenience net You ll seeit just inside the back wall of the trunk Put small loads like grocery bags behindthe net It can help keep them from falling over during shar...

Page 110: ... The glass panel may be fully opened by pressing the OPEN CLOSE switch rearward again When the glass panel is express opening pressing either switch in any direction will stop it If you press and hold the OPENKLOSE switch in the express open position for more than one and a half seconds the express open operation will be overridden and the sunroof will operate manually Tilt To tilt open the glass ...

Page 111: ...less entry transmitter See Driver Information Center DE on page 3 45 2 Adjust the driver s seat and lumbar position to a safe and comfortabledriving position Adjust both outside mirrors to suit you See Outside Power Mirrors on page 2 37 3 Press and hold the MEMORY button 1 or 2 corresponding with your DRIVER displayed on the DIC for longer than three seconds You will hear two beeps confirming that...

Page 112: ...ious steps but start by pressing the button with the unlock symbol on the transmitter that displays the other DRIVER on the DIC Be sure to use the MtMUHY button 1 or 2j wnicn corresponds io the DRIVER identified bythe other transmitter To recall the exit position your vehicle must be in PARK P Push and release the EXIT button and the seat will move to the exit position previously stored for the cu...

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Page 114: ...ing Light 3 35 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 36 n n o Traction Control System TCS Warning Light 3 37 Traction Control System Active Light 3 38 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 38 Oil Pressure Light 3 42 Cruise Control Light 3 43 Fuel Gage 3 44 Driver Information Center DIC 3 45 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 50 DIC Vehicle Personalization 3 52 Audio System s 3 59 Setting the Time 3 59 Radio...

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Page 116: ...g Wheel Controls for Audio System E Windshield Wiperwasher Control F Driver information Center DIC G HazardWarningFlasher Button H ClimateControlSystem I Instrument Panel Brightness Knob J Trip Odometer Buttons K HoodRelease L Parking Brake M Cruise Control Lever N ignition Switch 0 AudioSystem P AccessoryPower Outlet Q Glove Box Trunk Release Lockout Switch inside 3 3 ...

Page 117: ...f The hazard warning flasher button is located in the center of the instrument panel Your hazard 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 To turn off the flashers press the button again When the hazard warning flashers are on yourturn signals won t work 3 4 ...

Page 118: ...l allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle The lever that allows youto tilt the steering wheel is located on the left sideof the steering column To tilt the wheel hold the wheel and pull the lever toward you Then move the wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever t...

Page 119: ...or right and two downward for left positions These positions allow you to signal either 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 start...

Page 120: ... will display the TURN SIGNAL ON reminder message To turn off the chime and message move the turn signal lever to the off position To turn off the DIC message while the turn signal is still active press any buttonon the DIC See Driver information Center DE on page 3 45 for more information Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high push the lever away from you unt...

Page 121: ...em off If your headlamps are on and on high beam your headlamps will switch to low beam when the lever is released To get back to high beam push the lever away from you Windshield Wipers The lever on the right side of your steering column operates your windshield wipers If your windshield wipers are on for more than six seconds while you are driving the low beam headlamps instrument panel cluster ...

Page 122: ...e using them If they re frozen to the do become damaged get newblades or blade inserts See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 5 59 Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers A circuit snow or ice to prevent an overload yindrihield r f I l lcgspn 9 t h l them f nllr hl dnc J breaker wi stop them unti the mntnr con s C ear away RainsenseTMII Wipers The moisture sensor is mounted on the inter...

Page 123: ... and are not affected by the RainsenseTM function The system can be overridden at any time by manually changing the wiper control to LO or HI speed Notice Do not place stickers or other items on the exterior glass surface directly in front of the rainsensor Doing this could cause the rainsensor to malfunction Windshield Washer The lever on the right side of your steering column also controls your ...

Page 124: ...ou to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on Setting Cruise Control Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safelyat a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause lose control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads dl ...

Page 125: ...ever at RES ACC Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control 1 2 3 4 Push the cruise control switch located on the right side of the steering column at the end of the lever in to ON Get up to the speed you want Push the lever down to SET CST Coast and release it The CRUISE light on the instrument panel cluster will come on Take your foot off the accelerator pedal There are three ways to go to a hig...

Page 126: ... 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 hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintainyour speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of c...

Page 127: ...tions OFF Turning the switch to this position turns off all lamps and lights except the Daytime Running Lamps DRL License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights z o Headlamps Turning the switch to thisposition turns on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights AUTO Automatic Headlamps Turning the exterior lamps control to AUTO will turn the headlamps taillamps and parking lam...

Page 128: ...e helpful in many different driving conditions but they canbe especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before s Jnset FL f jnctiona daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work so be sure it isn t covered The DRL system will make your high beam headlamps come on at reduced brightness in daylig...

Page 129: ... control Light Sensor Your automatic headlamps and DRL work with the light sensor on top of the instrument panel Don t cover it up If you do it will read dark and the automatic headlamp lighting will turn on Fog Lamps To turn on only the front fog lamps turn the fog lamp bandto the singlefog lamp symbol To turn on both the front and rear fog lamps turn the fog lamp band to the double fog lamp symb...

Page 130: ... opened Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights The knob for this feature is located on the driver s side I Turn the knob clockwise to brighten the instrument panel cluster lights and displays Turn the knob counterclockwise to dim the instrument panel cluster iignts and dispiays If it is day and your parking lamps are on the in...

Page 131: ...nt panel courtesy lamps will be on If a door is left ajar your interior lamps will turn off after 10 minutes to save your battery If it is dark enough outside and you press the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter while all doors are closed the interior courtesy lamps will come on and stay on for approximately 40 seconds When the 40 seconds are up thelights will automatically fade...

Page 132: ...off immediately by pressingthe lock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter by turning the ignition key to ON or by activating the power door locks To activate the instrument panel backlighting during the day turn the exterior lamps control to the parking lamp position Dimming of the instrument panel display is not possible during daylight hours The instrument panel display can only be adju...

Page 133: ...aving your vehicle tear Reading Lamps These lamps will come on when you open the doors You can also turn them on by pressingthe button on the side of the lamp Press it again to turn them off Inadvertent Power Battery Saver This feature is designed to protect your vehicle s battery against drainage from the interior lamps trunk lamp glove box lamp or cigarette lighters When the ignition is turned o...

Page 134: ...fault Accessory Power Outlets With accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio The accessory power outlet 12 volt is located on the front passenger s side of the vehicle near the floor on the console Your vehicle may have a small cap that must be pulled down to access the accessory power outlet If it does when not using the outlet...

Page 135: ...eveal the front ashtray and cigarette lighter Notice Don t put papers or other flammable items into your ashtrays Hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them causing a damaging fire To clean an ashtray make sure the cover is open fully then lift out the ashtray by pulling on the snuffer To use a lighter push the center all the way in and let it go When it s ready the center will po...

Page 136: ...e the system to heat or cool any faster If you set the system at the warmest temperature setting the system will remain in manual mode at that temperature and it will not go into automatic mode In cold weather the system will start at reduced fan speeds to avoid blowing cold air into your vehicle until warmer air is available The system will start out blowing air at the floor but may change modes ...

Page 137: ...a cooler temperature level Your selected temperature setting will be shown on the digital display for five seconds and then the outside temperature will be displayed To change the current mode use the left knob to select one of the following OFF Turning the left knob to OFF will cause the fan to turn off and the airflow to be directed through the floor outlets The display will show the outside tem...

Page 138: ...ick cool down on hot days do the following 1 Selecttheventmode 2 Selectthe recirculationmode 3 Select NC 4 Select the coolest temperature 5 Select the highest fan speed Using these settings together for long periods of time may cause the air inside of your vehicle to become too dry To prevent this from happening after the air in your vehicle has cooled turn the recirculation mode off The air condi...

Page 139: ...mode Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as possible At speeds above 30 mph 48 km h the defogger will operate continuously until you press the REAR button again After 10 minutes of driving below 30 mph 48 km h the ...

Page 140: ...at is 8 F 4 C warmer or cooler than the driver s selected temperature The knob for this feature is located on the passenger s door Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwiseto a warmer or cooler setting Outlet Adjustment Use the lever located in the center of each front outlet to change the direction of the airflow Use the thumbwheel located below each front outlet to turn the outlets on and off ...

Page 141: ... Clear away any ice snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshieldthat may block the flow of air into your vehicle Use of non GMapprovedhooddeflectorsmay adversely affect the performance of the system Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively Steering Wheel Climate Controls With this feature some heating...

Page 142: ...store settings do the following 1 Select the desired temperature fan speed and airflow mode If desired a separate temperature setting may also be selected for the front seat passenger For information on how to do this see Automatic Climate Control System on page 3 23 2 Locate memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver s door panel 3 Press the memory button on the door panel that corresponds to the numbe...

Page 143: ...o let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the ga...

Page 144: ... that are explained on the following pages The instrument panel is designed to let you know 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 P O R O N O D O 3 0 2 0 1 0 United States version shown Canada similar 3 31 ...

Page 145: ...total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometers Your trip odometer tells you how far you have driven since you last reset it Your vehicle is equipped with two trip odometers A and B The buttons for this feature are located to the left of th...

Page 146: ...e the engine with the tachometer in the shaded area or when the message HOT REDUCE ENG RPM is displayed Engine damage may occur Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON or START a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds then flash for several more If the driver s belt...

Page 147: ...r comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away If the air bag readiness light stays onafter 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 without a crash To help avoid injury to yourself or others have your vehicle serv...

Page 148: ...ning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there is a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away 1 BRAKE United States Canada This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON ...

Page 149: ...rake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system the light s will come on when your engine is started and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light stays on turn the ignition to OFF Or if the light comes on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again wh...

Page 150: ...button located on the center console the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on press the button again The warning light should go off See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 8 for more information If there s a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on If your brake...

Page 151: ...action control system stops limiting wheel spin Engine Coolant Temperature Gage United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the shaded warning zone your engine is hot To prevent engine overheating the air conditioning compressor will turn off automatically a fast pulsed chime will sound and the message ENGINE HOT A C OFF will appear in the Dri...

Page 152: ...icle and turn off the engine as soon as possible Your vehicle is equipped with an Overheated Engine ProtectionOperating Mode See Engine Overheating on page 5 28for more information If your coolant level is low the message LOW ENGINE COOLANT will appear on the Driver Information Center Check your coolant level as soon as possible See Engine Coolant on page 5 24 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engi...

Page 153: ... Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause this light to comeon Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not ru...

Page 154: ...t A few driving trips should turn the light off Are you low on fuel As your engine starts to run out of fuel your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire The system can detect this Adding fuel should correct this condition Make sure to install the fuel cap properly See Filling Your Tank on page 5 7 It will take a few ...

Page 155: ...ission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness see your dealer or qualified service center to prepare the vehicle for inspection Oil Pressure Light If you have a problem with your oil this light may stay on after you start your engine or come on whe...

Page 156: ... Notice Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly andis not covered by your warranty Cruise Control Light CRUISE United States I Canada The CRUISE light comes on whenever you set your cruise control See Cruise Control under Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever on page3 6 This light will come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to ON to let you know it is working 3 4...

Page 157: ...et more fuel right away At the service station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up The tank is not nece...

Page 158: ...r metric To change the display press and hold the ON OFF button for about three seconds This will also change the digital screen for the climate control system between English and metric Date Elapsed Time The DIC has different display modes which can be accessed by pressing the four buttons on the DIC Pressing the SELECT down arrow while in BATE ET arrow SELECT down arrow and RESET The functions T...

Page 159: ...e Elapsed Time ET When the ignition is on the DIC can be used as a stopwatch The display will show hours and minutes The elapsed time indicator will record up to 100 hours then it will reset to zero and continue counting Press SELECT down arrow while in the DATE ET mode and the display will show the amount of time that has elapsed since the elapsed time indicatorwas last reset not including time t...

Page 160: ...w 1x1111 L I I O u l a y l u y will read LOW FUEL RANGE The fuel economy data used to determine fuel range is an average of recent driving conditions As your driving conditions change this data is gradually updated Fuel range cannd be reset Fuel Economy Pressing the SELECT down arrow while in the ECON mode displays average fuel economy and instantaneous fuel economy calculated for your specific dr...

Page 161: ... 75 Remember you must reset the OIL LIFE yourself after each oil change It will not reset itself Also be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed It can t be reset accurately until the next oil change The DIC does not replace the need to maintain your vehicle as recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual Also the oil chang...

Page 162: ...in GAGE mode will allow you to access the battery volts oil pressure and tire pressure displays Pressing and holding the RESET button for three seconds while in average speed and tire pressure displays will reset them Pressing the SELECT downarrow in GAGE mode will show the following displays Batteryvoltage such as the following VOLTS 13 8 0 Oil pressure suchas the following OIL PRESSURE 40 PSI or...

Page 163: ...T REDUCE ENG RPM I 12 ITHEFT SYSTEM FAULT I I 13 I LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR I ExE ID I Warning Message 18 LOW WASHER FLUID 19 LOW TIRE PRESSURE 20 PASSENGER DOOR AJAR 21 PARK BRAKE SET RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR 22 23 TURN SIGNAL ON 24 SERVICE VEHICLE SOON I 25 ITHEFT ATTEMPTED I I 26 SERV STABILITY SYS I 27 IHEADLAMPS SUGGESTED I 28 BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE 29 TRUNK AJAR 32 STARTINGDISABLED 33 HOT IDLE ENGINE 3...

Page 164: ...till comes on it means there is a problem You should see your dealer for service Reduce your speed and drive accordingly STABILITY ACTIVE 25 You may see the STABILITY ACTIVE message on the Driver Information Center DIC It means that an advanced computer controlled system has come on to help your vehicle continue to go in the direction in which you re steering This stability enhancement system acti...

Page 165: ...mber on the backof your remote keyless entry transmitter Once the correct driver number has been selected press the SELECT down arrow to enter your choice and move on to the next selection The DIC is used to program the personalchoices of two drivers The drivers are recognized as DRIVER 1 and DRIVER 2 You will let the DIC and the vehicle know which driver you are by using your remote keyless entry...

Page 166: ...UT YES NO KEY FOB FLASH LIGHTS YES NO KEY FOB CHIRP HORN YES NO DELAY LOCK OF DOORS YES NO PERIMETER LIGHTS YES NO EXT LIGHT TIMEOUT 5 to 30 Seconds DISPLAY DRIVER ID YES NO KEY FOB MEMORY SEAT YES NO DRIVING POSITION YES EXIT POSITION YES TILT MIRROR REVERSE YES NO If you would like to exit the selection mode without moving through each of the personal choice features simply press a different but...

Page 167: ...is turned to OFF You can change the mode your vehicle is in by different selections of the following DIC displays DOORSLOCK IN GEAR YES NO DOORS UNLOCK YES NO ALL DOORS AT KEY OFF YES NO DRIVERS DOORINPARK YES NO DRIVERS DOORKEY OFF YES NO Press the SELECT right arrow button to toggle between your choices and change the settings Press the SELECT down arrow button to store your changes in memory an...

Page 168: ... IN PARK 4 Select YES for ALL DOORS AT KEY OFF See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2 12 for more informationabout this feature Window Lock Out The number of passenger windows locked out by the window LOCK switch can be programmed through the DIC Press the SELECT right arrow button to toggle between your choices and change the settings Press the SELECT down arrow button to store your chan...

Page 169: ...LASH YES NO 0 KEYFOBHORNCHIRP YES NO Press the SELECT right arrow button to toggle between your choices and change the settings Press the SELECT down arrow button to store your changes in memory and move on to the next selection If you would like to program your vehicle to Mode 1 do the following 1 Select NO for KEY FOB LIGHTS FLASH 2 Select NO for KEY FOB HORN CHIRP If you would like to program y...

Page 170: ...g the SELECT right arrow button and record your choice by presslng the SELECT aown arrow bution You will then be promptedto choose a TIMEOUT period The EXT LIGHTS TIMEOUT feature can be changed to the desired setting by using the SELECT right arrow button to toggle from 5 to 30 seconds Each toggle will increase the time by five seconds Once the desired timeout is displayed press the SELECT down ar...

Page 171: ... position Select YES for KEY FOB MEMORY SEAT then use the SELECT right arrow button to toggle between DRIVING POSITION YES and EXIT POSITION YES When the desired position is displayed on the DIC press the SELECT down arrow button to save that position in memory and move on to the next selection For more informationon this feature see Memory Seat and Mirrors on page 2 48 Outside Curb View Assist Mi...

Page 172: ... out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what youraudio system can do and how to operateall of its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it four vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP you can play your audio system even after the ignition is turned off See Retained Accessory Power RAP under Ignition ...

Page 173: ...me compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive SCV automatically 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 SCV select OFF Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between AM FMI and FM2 The display will show your selection TUNE Turn this knob to select radio stati...

Page 174: ...n to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FMI and six FM2 by performing the following sieps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press BAND to select AM FMI orFM2 3 1 unein 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...

Page 175: ...e sound toward the left or the right speakers To adjust the fade between the front and the rear speakers press and release the AUDIO button until FAD appears on the display Press the knob above the AUDIO button to extend it then turn the knob to move the sound toward the front or the rear speakers Pressing and holding the AUDIO button for at least two seconds will return all tone settings includin...

Page 176: ...press either SEEK arrowtwice to display the category and then to go to another station To use the PTY interrupt feature press and hold the P TYPE button until you hear a beep on the PTY you want to interrupt on An asterisk will appear next to the PTY name for example CLASSICAL When you are listening to a compact disc the last selected RDS station will interrupt play if that selected PTY format is ...

Page 177: ...ages ALERT Alert warns of local or national emergencies When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station ALERT will appear on the display You will hear the announcement even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape or compact disc is playing If the cassette tape or compact disc player is playing play will stop during the announcement You will not be able to turn off alert announcemen...

Page 178: ... The display will show TAPE and an arrow showing which side of the tape is playing The tape piayer automaticaiiybegins piaying the other side when it reaches the end of the tape Your tape bias is set automatically when a metal or chrome tape is inserted If you want to insert a tape while the ignition is off first press the button with the eject symbol on it or the RCL knob If an error appears on t...

Page 179: ...remain safely inside the radio for future listening The display will show the TAPE and CD symbols If you have the optional CD changer and it is loaded the TP CD button will activate the changer and a symbol will be lit on the display A Eject Press this button located next to the cassette tape slot to eject a tape Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off Cassettes may be loaded ...

Page 180: ... the display If an error appears on the display see Compact Disc Messages later in this section 1 REV Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume Release it to play the passage The display will show elapsed time 2 FWD Forward Press and hold this pushbutton to advance quickly within a track You wiil hear sound at a reduced volume ...

Page 181: ...r CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening The display will show the TAPE and CD symbols A Eject Press this button to eject a CD Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radioand ignitionoff if this button is pressed first Compact Disc Messages CHECK CD If this message appears on the radio display and the disc comes out it could be ...

Page 182: ...Data System RDS which will seek out the kind of music you want to listen to The radio system can also communicate with your navigation system to broadcast announcements on traffic and emergency alert communications For information on how to use this system see the Navigation Wadio System supplement 3 69 ...

Page 183: ...rocedure for loading up to 12 discs in the magazine You must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc Each o f the 12 trays holds one disc Slide the button on the back of the magazine and pull gently on one of the trays Load the trays from top to bottom placing a disc on the tray label side up If you load a disc label side down the disc will Once you have loaded the di...

Page 184: ...he compact disc symbol will appear on the radio display If the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs the compact disc symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play If CD changer mode is entered during initialization LOADING will appear on the display When aCD begins playing a disc and track number will be displayed The disc numbers are listed on the front of the magazin...

Page 185: ...he next track Press this button again to stop scanning To scan a few seconds of each loaded disc press and hold the right arrow for two seconds until P SCAN appears on the display Press SCAN again to stop scanning AM FM Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing TP CD Tape Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio You can also press this button to switch between...

Page 186: ... Setting Preset Stations and Setting the Tone listed for your particular radio 2 Locate the memory buttons on the driver s door panel 3 Press one of the memory buttons 1 or 2 until you hear two beeps The beeps confirm that your selection has been saved and can now be recalled Follow these steps each time you want to change the stored settings Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK is designed to discou...

Page 187: ...o select the next loaded disc Understanding Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it FM FM stereo will give you the best sound but FM signals will rea...

Page 188: ... button for five seconds 4 Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette 5 Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer s recommendedcleaning time You may also choose a non scrubbingaction wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own A non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the s...

Page 189: ... a razor blade or anything else that is sharp This may damage the rear defogger grid and affect your radio s ability to pick up stations clearly This repairs wouldn t be covered byyour warranty If when you turn on your rear window defogger you hear static on your radio station it could mean that a defogger grid line has been damaged If this is true the grid line must be repaired If you choose to a...

Page 190: ...ry 4 13 Passing 4 13 Loss of Control 4 15 Driving at Night 4 16 Driving in RainandonWetRoads 4 18 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 24 Winter Driving 4 26 If YouAreStuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 32 Towing 4 33 Towing Your Vehicle 4 33 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 33 Towing a Trailer 4 36 Loading Your Vehicle ...

Page 191: ...e driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with resulting injury Ask a passengerto help do things like this or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself These simple defensive driving techniques ...

Page 192: ...inking depends upon four things Theamount of alcohol consumed 0 Thedrinker sbodyweight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 Ib 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml of about 0 06 percent The person would reach the bottles of beer in an hour will e...

Page 193: ...t BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision At a BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 times gr...

Page 194: ...after drinking Please don t drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you re with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it togo They are the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road...

Page 195: ...icle and others is important And of course actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road whether it s pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy accelerationfollowed by heavy braking rather than ke...

Page 196: ...h the anti lock brake system this warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light on page3 36 Let s say the road is wet and you re driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes and continue braking Here s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separ...

Page 197: ...rakes Using Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may hear a motor or clicking nosie during a hard stop but this is normal Braking in Emergencies With anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Traction Control System TCS Your vehicle may have a ...

Page 198: ...d come on briefly when you start the engine If it stays on or comes on while you are driving there s a problem with your traction control system See Traction Control System TCS Warning Light on page 3 37 When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle To limit wheel...

Page 199: ...n You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again The traction control system warning light should go off Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Magnetic SpeedVariable Assist Steering Your vehicle is equipped with a steering system that continuously ...

Page 200: ...h control systems steering andacceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 8 What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down If you have Stabilitrak you may see the ST...

Page 201: ...se First apply your brakes See Braking on page 4 6 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180 degrees very...

Page 202: ...edge Then turr your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two lane highway waits for just the right moment accelerates moves around the vehicle ahead then goes back into the right lane again A simple maneuver Not necessarily Passing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occ...

Page 203: ...looks like a chance to pass is coming up start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don t get too close Time your moveso you will be increasing speed as the time comes to move into the other lane If the way is clear to pass you will have a running start that more than makes up for the distance you wouldlose by dropping back And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass you need...

Page 204: ...oid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle s three control systems In the braking skid your wheels aren t rolling In the steering or cornering skid too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force And in the acceler...

Page 205: ...r 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 when you have any doubt Remember Any ant...

Page 206: ...yiare irur 11 i lt aiiiar lps but they dku 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 wind...

Page 207: ...denly 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 edgeof the road and even people walking It s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank fil...

Page 208: ...ick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re going fast enough W...

Page 209: ...ver drive through water thatis slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Flowing or rushing waterc r e a k strong forces If you try to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle canbe carried away As little as six inches of flowingwater can carry away a smaller vehicle If thi...

Page 210: ...riving Know the best way to get to where you are going Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving 0 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to nee...

Page 211: ...have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust you...

Page 212: ...urney Wear comfortable clothing and shoes vou can easilv drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experiencedand able service experts in dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and wiiiing to heip if you need it Here are some things you can check be...

Page 213: ... road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips e e e Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into...

Page 214: ...n They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You Know how to go down hills The most important would then have poor braking or even none thing to know is this let your engine do some of going down a hill You could crash Always the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go have your engine runningand your vehicle in down a steep or long hill gear when you go downhill If you don t shift ...

Page 215: ...top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident Youmayseehighway signs onmountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones a falling rocks area or winding roads Be alert to these and take appropriate action Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving Have your vehicle in good shape for winter You may...

Page 216: ...clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 4 27 ...

Page 217: ... can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it s about freezing 32 F OOC and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Keep your traction control system on It improves your ability to accelerate when drivi...

Page 218: ...an t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface ofa curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers road If You re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be...

Page 219: ...t on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulatorsfrom newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm You can run the engine to keep warm but be careful 4 30 ...

Page 220: ...must I tlls 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 the window a...

Page 221: ...ting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle See Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 70 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 the system off See Tractio...

Page 222: ... preparation and equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing following dolly What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendations How far will you tow Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow Do you have the proper towing equipment See your dealer or trailering professi...

Page 223: ... a straight ahead position 5 Release the parking brake Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry The Tire Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver s door tells you the proper size speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle It also gives you important informationabout the number of people that can be in your vehic...

Page 224: ... yourvehicle or the Gross rear axle IBvln IV A nigh V Rating _A l R fereither the rent c r And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Don t carry more than 176 Ibs 80 kg in your trunk Do no ad your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change theway your vehicle handles These could cause you to ...

Page 225: ...ured child restraint in your vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Automatic Level Control This feature keeps the rear of your vehicle level as the load changes It is automatic you do not need to adjust anything Towinn a Trailer If you don t use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer ...

Page 226: ...o wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points 0 There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police Consider using ...

Page 227: ... 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 because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the veh...

Page 228: ...es Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper typehitches to it Use only a frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper 0 Will you have to make any holes in the body OT your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See Eng...

Page 229: ...yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform and attachments safety chains electrical connector lamps tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes s...

Page 230: ...en you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or OtherObJeCtS Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and or extra wiring Check with your dealer The arrows on your instrument panel w...

Page 231: ...mething 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 chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load...

Page 232: ...railer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil drive belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review this information before you start your trip Check period...

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Page 234: ...5 31 Windshieid Washer Fiuid 5 36 Checking Things Under Power Steering Fluid 5 37 Brakes 5 39 Battery 5 42 Jump Starting 5 44 Headlamp Aiming 5 50 Bulb Replacement 5 54 Halogen Bulbs 5 54 Headlamps 5 55 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 5 57 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 58 Replacement Bulbs 5 58 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 59 Tires 5 60 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 6...

Page 235: ...fety Belts 5 82 5 82 5 84 5 84 5 85 5 87 5 87 5 87 5 87 5 88 Vehicle Identification 5 90 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 90 Service Parts Identification Label 5 90 Electrical System 5 91 Add on Electrical Equipment 5 91 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 91 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 92 Removing the Rear Seat Cushion 5 95 Capacities and Specifications 5 100 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 5 101 H...

Page 236: ...s you to be happy with it We hope you ll go to your dealer for all your service needs You ll get genuine GM parts and GM trainedand supported service people We hope you ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks 5 3 ...

Page 237: ...enance Record on page 6 16 You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused ...

Page 238: ...rs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile ManufacturersAssociation and endorsed by the Canadian Vehicle ManufacturersAssociation for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasoline meeting these specifi...

Page 239: ...caused by the type of fuel used repairs may not be covered by your warranty To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing your emission control system to work properly You should not have to add anything to your fuel Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethan...

Page 240: ...ed GM dealer for service Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn t be covered by your warranty Filling Your Tank Fuel vapor is highly flammable It burns viol...

Page 241: ...tton The ignition does not need to be on The remote fuel door release will work in all transaxle positions The trunk release lockout switch must be in OFF for the fuel door to open The fuel door can be opened manually in case of a power failure To do this first open the trunk The release mechanism is located on the driver s side of the vehicle at the top of the trunk compartment 5 8 ...

Page 242: ...el door manual release located in the trunk in the case of a power failure While refueling hang the tethered fuel cap from the hook on the fuel door 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 rinht a 3 I 5 9 ...

Page 243: ...r the pump shuts off When you put the fuel cap back 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 beenleft off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 39 The CHECK GAS CAP DIC message will come on if the fuel...

Page 244: ... this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others containers Dispense gasoline only into approved CAUTION Continued 0 not fil container wh it is i _idea vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground Bring the fill nozzlein contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the fillingis complete Don t smoke...

Page 245: ...ing and toolsaway from any underhood electric fan I I t CAUTION I Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start afire These include liquids likefuel oil coolant brake fluid windshieldwasher and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine 5 12 ...

Page 246: ...cated to the left of the steering wheel under the instrument panel A 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on 3 Lift the hood the secondary hood release Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then pull the hood down and close it firmly 5 13 ...

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Page 248: ...ive Terminal H Engine Oil Fill Cap I Engine Oil Dipstick J Brake Fluid Reservoir K Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick L EngineAir CleanedFilter If the CHECK OIL LEVEL message appears on the instnJment chster it me lns y n need to check your engine oil level right away For more information see DIC Warningsand Messages on page 3 50 You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added re...

Page 249: ...ine compartment The top of the dipstick is a round yellow loop See Engine Companlment Overview on page 5 14 for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again k...

Page 250: ...ons on page 5 100 Nofice Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine oil fill cap is located near the front of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview onpage 5 14 for more information on location Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in ...

Page 251: ...rburst 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 viscosity chart RECOMMENDED SAEVISCOSITYGRADEENGINE OILS HOT WEATHER O F C 100 38 8 0 27 6 0 1 6 40 4 t 2 0 7 0 1 8 I COLD WEATHER RECOMM...

Page 252: ...ith the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performanceand engine protection When to Change Life SystemTM Engine Oil GM Oil Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary c...

Page 253: ...e display after about five seconds see your dealer for service After you release the DIC RESET button OIL LIFE 100 will appear on the display What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin andcould even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or ...

Page 254: ...w the two wing screws on the outboard side 2 Removethecover 3 Remove the engine air cleanedfilter of the housing cover I 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 withit off and be careful working o...

Page 255: ...ave 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 fall on hot engine or exhaust system parts starting a fire Too little fluid could cause the transaxle to overhea...

Page 256: ...ithout shutting off the engine follow these steps The automatic transaxle fluid dipstick is located near the front of the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 74 for more information on location 1 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and paper towel then pull it back out ag...

Page 257: ...covered by your new vehicle warranty 3 After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check earlier in this section The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only extended life coolant The following explains your cooling ...

Page 258: ...er or some other liquid such as aicohol canboil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your 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 COOL coolan...

Page 259: ...ressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot I I The vehicle mustbeon a level surface Whenyour engine is cold the coolant level should be at the cold level mark The engine coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle near the windshield See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 74for more information on location 5 26 ...

Page 260: ...coolant on hot engine 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 replacing the pressure cap make sure the arrow lines up with the tube If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the surge tank but only when the engine is cool 5 27 ...

Page 261: ... an overheated engine condition exists and the message HOT STOP ENGINE is displayed an overheat protection mode which alternatesfiring groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a loss in power and engine performance This operating mode allows your vehicleto be driven to a safe place in an emergency Driving extended miles km and or towing a trailer in the overheat...

Page 262: ...verheated 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 Index for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The co...

Page 263: ...topped If it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to PARK P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle 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 can drive normally If the warning continues and you have not stopped pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam y...

Page 264: ...you ll see A Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap S Two Electric Engine Cooling Fans I 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 5 31 ...

Page 265: ...hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an enginefire 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 ru...

Page 266: ...hes 11 cm from the top of the filler neck add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank but be sure thecooling system including the coolant surge tank Coolant on page 5 24 for more information If no coolant is visible in the surge tank add coolant as follows n r m n n l v n rr n r rrnnl hnfnm I r n t l A n it Cnn Enn nn pIcIaauIcI uuy I d vvvl U c I I ...

Page 267: ...get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others couldbe burned Use a 50 50mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and otherparts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant IT e You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant...

Page 268: ... longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about one quarter turn and tnen stop 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 slowly and remove it 3 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the FULL COLD fill mark line 4 5 inches 11 cm from the top of the filler neck 5 35 ...

Page 269: ...the engine cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches about 4 5 inches 11 cm from the top of the filler neck 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the arrow on the pressure cap lines up like this 5 36 ...

Page 270: ...r r r r t n m i n n n n m A UlU I I I U U L LA y3VuI I I I I I U V U L I 1 e y e r I I I I 1 I q J b U L b U 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 eve o...

Page 271: ...t Add washer fluid until the tank is full a a When using concentratedwasher fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water 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 Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full whe...

Page 272: ...verview on page5 14 There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir mightgo down The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear When new linings are put in the fluid level goes back up The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system If it is you should have If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on t...

Page 273: ...may not work well or they may not even workat all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil suchas engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have tobe replaced Don t let someone put in the wrong kindof fluid 9 If you spill brake flui...

Page 274: ...epair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications Brake linings shoul...

Page 275: ...When it s time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling The battery is located under the rear seat cushion To access t...

Page 276: ...eattached to the vent outlets C on each side of the battery and the vent assembly grommet D must be secured to the floor pan E Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you aren t careful See Jump Starting next for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods A...

Page 277: ...a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibilityof the vehicles rolling set t...

Page 278: ...your vehicle under the hood It is located under the rear passenger seat You will not need to access the battery for jump starting The remote positive terminal is for that purpose An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhoodelectric fan I Your vehicle has a remote negative terminal I I I I K W J UIAU utiaie...

Page 279: ...ater and get medical help immediately Fans or other moving engine partscan injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engineis running 6 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive or t...

Page 280: ...te negative terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Don t let the other end Don t let the other end touch anything until the next touchmetal Connect it step Theother end of the negative cable doesn t go to the positive to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted terminal of the good metal engine part or to aremote negative terminal battery Use a remote on the vehicle with the dead battery positive ...

Page 281: ...ur vehicle has a remote negative terminal marked GND 11 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 12 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly To prevent electrical shorting take care that ...

Page 282: ...er cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other 5 Return the positive remote terminal cover to its vehicle that had the dead battery vehicle with the good battery vehicle with the good battery vehicle original po...

Page 283: ...our headlamps as described in the following procedure Notice To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly read all the instructions before beginning Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts The vehicle should be properly prepared as follows The vehicle should be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft 7 6 m from a light colored wall or other flat surface The vehicle mu...

Page 284: ...es are under the hood near indicator B is lined up with zero the headlamps If you believe your headlamps need horizontal lefvright adjustment follow the horizontal aiming procedure If Once the horizontal aim is adjusted then adjust the you believe your headlamps need only vertical vertical aim jupiaownj aajustment ioiiow oniy tne verticai aiming procedure Adjustment screws can be turned with an E8...

Page 285: ...s distance 3 At the wall or other flat surface measure from the ground upward the recorded distance from Step 2 and draw or tape a horizontal line the width of the vehicle I I 4 Turn on the low beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in frontof the headlamp not being aimed This should allow only the beam of light from the headlamp being aimed to be seen on the flat surface Noti...

Page 286: ...ing screw C until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line The top edge of the cut off should be positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line 6 Repeat Steps 4 and 5 for the opposite headlamp 5 53 ...

Page 287: ... For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package 5 54 ...

Page 288: ...eadlamp assembly 2 Use a large screwdriver by the outside mount to separate the lamp assembly from the outboard snap mounting pin Slide the headlamp assembly outward and lift it out 3 Disconnect the wiring harness from the headlamp assembly 5 55 ...

Page 289: ...tall the bulb assembly into the headlamp assembly 7 Then reconnect the wiring harness to the lamp assem bly 8 Slide the lamp assembly back into place by lining up the track on the bottom of the assembly with the guide on the vehicle 9 Then connect the outboard snap mounting pin IO Secure the lamp assembly with the two bolts 5 56 ...

Page 290: ...n be accessed See Headlamps on page 5 55 for more informationon location 1 Tip the headlamp assembly and while pressing the release turn the bulb and socket counterclockwise to remove them 2 Replace the bulb in the socket 3 Then reconnect the socket wiring harness to the 4 Reinstallthe headlamp assembly into the vehicle lamp assembly 5 57 ...

Page 291: ...m trunk 5 Remove the three nuts holding the lamp in place and remove the lamp assembly 6 While pressing the release turn the bulb socket assembly counterclockwiseto remove it from the lamp assembly 7 Pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the socket 8 Replace the bulb and reverse the steps to reinstall the lamp assembly Replacement Bulbs StotiTaillamDs I Rear Turn Signal Lamps I3057 1 For an...

Page 292: ...o the vertically locked position 2 Push the tab on the wiper blade assembly and pull the assembly down enough to release it from the U hooked end of the wiper arm Slide the assembly away from the arm 3 Remove the blade 4 To reinstall the wiper blade assembly slide it over the wiper arm to engage the U hooked end on the wiper blade assembly Pull up on the assembly to lock it into place For the prop...

Page 293: ...cident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold CAUTION Continued Overinflated tires are more lik _ I to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn old tires can cause accidents If your tread is badly worn orif your...

Page 294: ...g Unusual wear Bad handling 0 Roughride Needlessdamage 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 woav to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re...

Page 295: ...pressure system detects differences in tire rotation speeds that are caused by changes in tire pressure The system can alert you about a low tire but it doesn t replace normaltire maintenance See Tires on page 5 60 When the LOW TIRE PRESSURE message appears on the Driver Information Center you should stop as soon as you can and check all your tires for damage If a tire is flat see If a Tire Goes F...

Page 296: ... take 45 to 90 minutes depending on your driving habits After the system has been calibrated the system will alert the driver that a tire is low up to a maximum speed of 65 mph 105 km h Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 7 500 miles 12 500 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or whee...

Page 297: ...e Wheel Nut Torque in Capacities and Specifications on page 5 100 I 1 Rust or dirt on awheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make 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 places where thewheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure...

Page 298: ...e if any o f the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places You can see cord or fabric showing through the around the tire tire s rubber 0 The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged 0 The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that deep enough to show cord or fabric can t be repaired well because of the size or location...

Page 299: ...e your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires IL tires could cause yo o lose control while driving If you mix tiresof different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash Using tires of different size...

Page 300: ... requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150would wear one and a half 1 5 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of ti...

Page 301: ...parately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the ...

Page 302: ...on in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or ociometer caiibration neaaiamp aim bumper neigh vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis Used Rep cement heels Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is...

Page 303: ...ire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains thatare 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 manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down u...

Page 304: ...hanging a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard warning flashers Changing a tire can cause an in y The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people You and they 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 Pu...

Page 305: ...you ll need is in the trunk Instructionsfor changing your tires are on the inside of the tire cover You can rest the cover near you for easy reference while you change the tire 1 Lift the tire cover to gain access to the compact spare tire and jacking equipment See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 81 for more information 5 72 ...

Page 306: ...ontainer A The tools you ll be using include the jack A and wheel wrench B Removing the Wheel Covers insert the hooked end of the wheel wrench in one of the two small notches in the center cover and pry the cover off Do not drop the cover or lay it face down as it could be scratched or damaged 5 73 ...

Page 307: ...er the wheel nuts and turn the wrench counterclockwiseto loosen the wheel nuts but don t remove them 3 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise by hand to lower the jack head until it fits under the vehicle 2 Attach the wheel wrench to the bolt on the end of the jack to create a jack handle 5 74 ...

Page 308: ... killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack Raising ur vehic ____h the jack imk Jpe positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicledamage be sure tofit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 5 Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise on the jack Raise the vehicle far ...

Page 309: ...ou change a wheel remove any rust ordirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towelto do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brushlater if you needto to get all therust or dirt off Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do thenuts might come loose Your wheel could falloff causing a serious accident I I 8 Place the com...

Page 310: ...ward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub If a nut cannot be tightened by hand use the wheel wrench and see your dealer right away 10 Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 5 77 ...

Page 311: ...nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotordamage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tightenthe wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications in the index for thewheel nut torque specification 12 When the flat tire has been repaired or replaced reinstall the wheel cover Be sure to position the alignment pin on the cover with the notc...

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Page 313: ...rike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare tire is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire later in this section See the storing instructions label to return your compact spare tire into your trunk properly I E B C A Wrench B Jack C Jack Container D Retainer E CompactSpare Tire Cover 5 80 ...

Page 314: ...e See Check Tire Pressure System on page 5 62 Of course it s best to replace your sparewith a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again Notice Whenthecompactspare is installed don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash V Y l L l I yu1ue 1 4 1 1 3 I IIC LwrlllJdLL SlJ t Gar1 ye1 Cauy ll on the rails That can damage the ti...

Page 315: ... Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic and painted surfaces with a clean damp cloth FabridCarpet Your ...

Page 316: ...Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry 0 For stubborn stains use a leather cleaner See your dealer for this product 0 Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If di...

Page 317: ...nce they may have to be scraped off later If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window an electric defogger element may bedamaged Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may severelyweaken them In a crash they might not be able to provideadequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and luke...

Page 318: ...soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 88 If your vehicle has a basecoatklearcoaf paint finish The clearcoat give...

Page 319: ...lean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome poli...

Page 320: ...nderbody If these are not removed acceleratedcorrosion rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Y...

Page 321: ...arks from whitewalls Vinyl Cleaner Cleans vinyl tops upholstery and convertible tops GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials cont d Description Chrome and Wire Wheel Cleaner Finish Enhancer Swirl Remover Polish Cleaner Wax Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Usage Removes dirt grime smoke and fingerprints Removes dirt and grime from chrome wheels and wire wheel covers Removes dust fingerprints and surface c...

Page 322: ...cle Care Appearance Materials cont d Description Usage Odorless swav odor Odor Eliminator eliminator k e d on fabrics vinyl leather and carpet See your General Motors parts department for these products See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 15 5 89 ...

Page 323: ...abels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identifyyour engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the undersideof the spare tire cover It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is your VIN the modeldesignation ...

Page 324: ...protected by a circuit breaker in the wiring harness An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain cff if this hqppns hawe p 1 r headlamp system checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses 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 If...

Page 325: ...if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can You will find a fuse puller clipped in both of the fuse blocks Snap the wide end of the fuse puller at the side indentations and pull the fuse out The MaxiFuses are located in two fuse blocks one located in the engine compartment and the other under the rear seat If a MaxiFuse should blow have your vehicle serviced by your dealer immediat...

Page 326: ...1 22 23 24 25 26 Usage Powertrain Control Module Battery Right High Beam Headlamp Left High Beam Headlamp Ignition 1 Not Used Transaxle Cruise Control Direct Ignition System Injector Bank 2 Not Used Not Used Powertrain Control Module Ignition Oxygen Sensor Injector Bank I Auxiliary Power Cigarette Lighter Fog Lamps DaytirneRunningLamps Horn Air Conditioning Clutch 5 93 ...

Page 327: ... Horn Air Conditioner Clutch HVAC Solenoid Accessory Air Pump Starter 1 Cooling Fan 1 Ignition 1 Cooling Fan Series Parallel Cooling Fan 2 Circuit Breakers 41 Fuses 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 Usage Starter Usage Not Used Empty ABS Air Pump A Cooling Fan 1 Cooling Fan 2 Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Fuse Puller 5 94 ...

Page 328: ...r the seat as objects could touch exposed wires and cause a short To remove the rear seat cushion do the following 1 Pull up on the front of the cushion to release the 2 Pull the cushion up and out toward the front of the front hooks vehicle To reinstall the rear seat cushion do the following A safety belt that isn t properly routed through the seat cushion oris twisted won t provide the protectio...

Page 329: ...the seat cushion lowered push rearward and then press down on the seat cushion until the spring locks on both ends engage 4 Check to make sure the safety belts are properly routed and that no portion of any safety belt is trapped under the seat Also make sure the seat cushion is secured Rear Underseat Fuse Block The rear fuse block is located below the rear seat on the driver s side The rear seat ...

Page 330: ... 17 l a 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 38 29 30 31 32 33 34 Usage Vent Solenoid Ignition 1 Left Parking Lamp Dimmer Spare Left Front Heated Seat Not Used Rear Door Module Stoplamp ParWReverse Audio Retained Accessory Power RAP Not Used Not Used Passenger Door Module Body Interior Lamps R ct IlSPd Ignition Switch Instrument Panel Right Front Heated Seat Not Used H JAC Ignition 3 Rear 5 97 ...

Page 331: ...immer Usage Fuel Pump Parking Lamp Ignition 1 Rear Fog Lamp Not Used Park Relays 45 46 47 4 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 Usage Reverse RetainedAccessory Power RAP Fuel Tank Door Lock Not Used Ignition3 Fuel Tank Door Release Interior Lamps Trunk Release Front Courtesy Lamps Not Used Electronic Level Control ELC 5 98 ...

Page 332: ... 67 68 69 70 71 72 Usage Power Seats Power Windows Usage Cigar Rear Defogger Usage Not Used Rear Defog Not Used Audio Amplifier Electronic Level Control ELC Cigar Not Used Not Used Not Used Spare Spare Spare Spare Fuses 73 74 75 Usage Spare Spare Fuse Puller 5 99 ...

Page 333: ...nsaxle I 11 quarts I 10 4 L I Engine Cooling System L Engine Oil with Filter All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended inthis 140N m 100 Ib ft Wheel Nut Torque 1 0 kg 2 2 Ibs Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a 70 0 L 18 5 gallons Fuel Tank 6 7 L 7 0 quarts manual Engine Specifications Engine Firing Order Spark Plug Gap Transmission Vin Code ...

Page 334: ...Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ISpark Plugs 41 987 GM Part 12571535 Windshield Wiper Blades Type Length Shepherd s Hook 22 0 inches 56 0 cm 1 ACDelco part number I 5 101 ...

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Page 336: ...w This Section is Organized 6 3 Exhaust System Inspection 6 13 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 6 4 Using Your Maintenance Schedule 6 4 Fuel System Inspection 6 13 ScheduledMaintenance Engine Cooling System Inspection 6 14 6 5 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 9 Throttle System Inspection 6 14 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 Brake System Inspection 6 14 At LeastTwice a Year 6 10 PartE Maintenance Reco...

Page 337: ...mmended maintenance procedures are important 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 inspe...

Page 338: ... you want to get the service information see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 9 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 cent...

Page 339: ...ary You may need more frequent checks and replacements So please read the following and note how you drive If you have questions 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 When you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trainedand supportedservice people will...

Page 340: ...r occurs first Reset the system Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is cha...

Page 341: ... rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km 0 Inspect throttle body bore and valve plates for deposits open the throttle valve and inspect all surfaces Clean as required An Emission Control Service See footnote t 0 Rotate tires See Tire lnspection and Rotation on page 5 63 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 62 See f...

Page 342: ...lve and inspect all surfaces Clean as required An Emission Control Service See footnote t 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 63for proper rotation patternand additional information See footnote See footnote 0 Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service 67 500 Milles 112 500 km 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 63for proper rotation p...

Page 343: ...e fluid and bottom screens if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing 0 If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previouslyand therefore haven t changed your automatic transaxle fluid c...

Page 344: ...add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page5 15for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page5 24 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 Windshield Washer F...

Page 345: ...f Your Vehicle on page 5 85 Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page6 15 Automatic Transaxle Check Check the transaxle fluid level add if needed See Autom...

Page 346: ...y oiiler pvsiiivrl your vehicle needs service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control stem Check 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 It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 2 29 if nece...

Page 347: ...brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only ability With the e...

Page 348: ...suspension andsteering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering iirles artJ i uses iur pruper i1uui i up bitIdit16 it ai is 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 exhaust system Inspect the body near the ...

Page 349: ...throttle system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for...

Page 350: ...B or GC LB GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No US i052884 in Canada power System 993294 or equivalent I Usaae I FluidLubricant I 8 gFEi IFluid DEXRON Ill Automatic Transmission Y Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GMPartNo U S 12346241 in Ke Lock inders Lanada 10953474 or equivalent Floor Shift Linkage Lubri late LubricantAerosol GM Part L0 U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or equivalent or lubricant me...

Page 351: ... performed record the date odometer reading and who performedthe service and any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record 6 16 ...

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Page 354: ...s 7 3 Customer Assistance Offices 7 3 GM MobilityProgramforPersons with Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Courtesy Transportation 7 6 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 8 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 9 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 9 7 1 ...

Page 355: ... Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following informationavailable to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle IdentificationNumber This is availablefrom the vehicle registrationor title or the plate at the top left ...

Page 356: ...Inc 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington VA 22203 1804 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 rhis prouram is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to changeeligibility limitations and or discontinue its participationin this program Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist c...

Page 357: ...f Canada Limited 63 005 Customer Communication Centre 1 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 All Overseas Locations Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit Mexico Central America and Caribbean Islands Countries Except Puerto Rico and U S Virgin Islan...

Page 358: ... i A cic ancP fhntpr zt I f2QQ 22 w3n5 Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel 1 800 442 OLDS 6537 As the proud owner of a new Oldsmobile vehicle you are automatically enrolled in the Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance program This value added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road Oldsmobile s Roadside Assistance toll free ...

Page 359: ...odel year and color Mileage of vehicle 0 Vehicle license plate number Oldsmobile reservesthe right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in Oldsmobile sjudgement the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service it is added security while traveling for you and your family Remember we re only a phone c...

Page 360: ...e off for service you are urged to do so as early in ine work day as possibie io aiiow ior same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait Oldsmobile helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options Depending onthe circumstances your dealer can offer you one of the following Shuttle Ser...

Page 361: ...ished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability All Courtesy Transportationarrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel Canadian...

Page 362: ...ct you should immediately notify Transport Canada in additionto notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write to Transport Canada 330 Sparks Street Tower C Ottawa Ontario KIA ON5 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 Cus...

Page 363: ... 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 Publicationsare available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please s...

Page 364: ...Belts 5 84 AM 3 74 r 11 It1 Iucln u1anG JYQLGI I I n u w f r A I I D I A C A A DC A 7 Appearance Care cont Chemical Paint Spotting 5 87 Cleaning the inside ofYour Vehicle 5 82 Cleaning the Outside ofYourVehicle 5 85 Finish Damage 5 87 GM VehicleCare Appearance Materials 5 88 Sheet Metal Damage 5 87 Underbody Maintenance 5 87 Weatherstrips 5 84 Ashtrays 3 22 Assist Handles 2 45 Audio System s 3 59 ...

Page 365: ...eavingon a LongTrip 4 23 Body Lubrication Service 6 10 Brake Parking 2 29 System Inspection 6 14 SystemWarningLight 3 35 Brake Fluid 5 39 BrakeWear 5 41 Brakes 5 39 Braking 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 8 Break ln NewVehicle 2 23 Bulb Replacement 5 54 Front Turn Signal andParkingLamps 5 57 Halogen Bulbs 5 54 HeadlampAiming 5 50 Headlamps 5 55 ReplacementBulbs 5 58 Taillamps TurnSignal Stoplampsand ...

Page 366: ...raint Designedfor the LATCHSystem 1 42 Securinga Child Restraint in aRearSeat Position 1 42 CDS 3 75 Child Restraints cont Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 44 Top Strap 1 38 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 39 Where to Put the Restraint 1 37 Cigarette Lighter 3 22 Cleaning Inside of Your Vehicle 5 82 Outside ofYour Vehicle 5 85 UnderbodyMaintenance 5 87 Weatherstrips 5 84 C...

Page 367: ...orting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 8 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 9 Date ElapsedTime 3 45 DaytimeRunningLamps 3 15 Defensive Driving 4 2 Defogging and Defrosting 3 26 Delayed Entry Lighting 3 18 Delayed Exit Lighting 3 19 Delayed Locking 2 11 3 57 DinghyTowing 4 33 Diversity ...

Page 368: ...perFuses 5 91 Emergency Trunk Release Handle 2 16 Emissions Inspection andMaintenance Programs 3 42 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 21 Battery 5 42 Check and Service EngineSoon Light 3 39 Coolant 5 24 Coolant Heater 2 25 Coolant TemperatureGage 3 38 Cooling System Inspection 6 14 EngineCompartmentOverview 5 14 Exhaust 2 33 Oil 5 15 Overheating 5 28 Starting 2 24 EngineCompartmentFuseBlock 5 92 Engine ...

Page 369: ...3 46 5 5 Additives 5 6 California Fuel 5 6 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 5 11 Filling YourTank 5 7 FM 3 74 Fuel cont Fuels in Foreign Countries 5 7 Gage 3 44 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Gasoline Specifications 5 5 System Inspection 6 13 Fuel Economy 3 47 Fuses Fusesand Circuit Breakers 5 92 Windshield Wiper 5 91 G Gage 3 49 Engine Coolant Temperature 3 38 Fuel 3 44 Speedometer 3 32 Tachometer 3 33 Gar...

Page 370: ...ck 5 22 5 61 O L I TI I I 1 A m How to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 37 How to Use This Manual ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 13 Hydroplaning 4 19 If No Steam I s ComingFrom Your Engine 5 30 If Steam Is ComingFrom YourEngine 5 29 If the Light I s Flashing 3 40 If the Light I s onSteady 3 41 If YouAre Stuck in Sand Mud IceorSnow 4 32 IfYou DoDecide To Pull ATrailer 4 37 If You reCaught in a ...

Page 371: ...ngine Running 2 31 Light AirBagReadiness 3 34 Anti Lock BrakeSystemWarning 3 36 Battery Warning 3 35 BrakeSystemWarning 3 35 Cruise Control 3 43 Malfunction Indicator 3 39 Oil Pressure 3 42 Safety Belt Reminder 3 33 TCS WarningLight 3 37 Traction Control SystemActive 3 38 Traction Control System TCS Warning 3 37 Lighted VisorVanity Mirror 2 18 Loading Your Vehicle 4 34 Lockout Protection 2 14 Lock...

Page 372: ...n 6 14 FuelSystemInspection 6 13 cv I I L n f _ A I a t e G I II IY auq w IWWI I IU r lUI 11 U I I V n x e Using Your 6 4 Maintenance Schedule cont YourVehicle and the Environment 6 2 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4 43 Making Turns 4 41 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 39 Manual Lumbar Controls 1 3 Manual Operation 3 24 Manual Passenger Seat 1 2 Matching Transmitter s to YourVehicle 2 8 Memory Mirr...

Page 373: ... 37 Outside Curb View Assist Mirror 3 58 Overheated EngineProtectionOperating Mode 5 28 Overriding LockDelay 2 12 Owners Canadian II Owner s Information 7 10 ParadeDimming 3 19 Park P Shifting Into 2 30 Shifting Out of 2 32 Parking Brake 2 29 Over Things That Burn 2 32 Parking Brake andAutomaticTransaxlePark P MechanismCheck 6 12 Parking on Hills 4 42 Part A ScheduledMaintenanceServices 6 4 Part B...

Page 374: ... 2 42 Radios Care ofYour Cassette TapePlayer Care ofYour CD Player Care of Your CDs Navigation System Personal Choice RadioControls Radio with Cassette and CD Setting the Time Theft Deterrent Trunk Mounted CD Changer Understanding Reception RainsenseTMII Wipers RDS Messages Rear Reading Lamps Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear Storage Area RearSeatPassengers SafetyBelts 3 59 3 74 3 76 3 75 3 69 ...

Page 375: ...a Crash 1 56 Checking 1 55 Replacing Parts 1 56 Restraints Head 1 7 Retained AccessoryPower RAP 2 24 Recreational VehicleTowing 4 33 RemovingtheWheelCovers 5 73 Restraint Systems Right Front PassengerPosition SafetyBelts 1 21 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out 4 32 Running YourEngineWhileYouAreParked 2 34 S Safety Belt Safety Belts Reminder Light 3 33 Care of 5 84 D...

Page 376: ...C11113 1u P n I I L 7 4 n SettingtheTime 3 59 Setting the Tone Bassnreble 3 61 Sheet Metal Damage 5 87 Shifting Into Park P 2 30 Shifting Out of Park P 2 32 Skidding 4 15 SomeOther Rainy WeatherTips 4 20 Specifications Capacities 5 100 Speedometer 3 32 Starter Switch Check 6 11 Starting Your Engine 2 24 Steering 4 10 Steering in Emergencies 4 12 Steering Suspensionand Front Drive Axle Boot and Sea...

Page 377: ...ection and Rotation 5 63 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 67 CompactSpareTire 5 81 Tires cont Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 5 68 Wheel Replacement 5 68 When It Is TimeforNewTires 5 65 To Use the EngineCoolantHeater 2 25 Topof the Instrument Panel 5 83 Top Strap 1 38 Top StrapAnchor Location 1 39 TorqueLock 2 31 TotalWeighton Your Vehicle sTires 4 39 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 33 Towing a Trail...

Page 378: ... 69 UsingHomeLink 2 44 UsingRDS 3 62 v Vehicle Cnntrc 4 5 DamageWarnings iv Loading 4 34 Symbols iv Number VIN 5 90 Service Parts Ideniification Label 5 90 VehicleIdentification Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 30 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages 3 50 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 4 Safety and Symbols III Vehicle Damage iv Washing Your Vehicle 5 85 OtherWarning Devices 3 5 Weatherstrip Lubricat...

Page 379: ...ndowLockOut 2 18 3 55 Windows 2 17 Power 2 18 Windshield andWiperBlades 5 86 Windshield Washer 3 10 Fluid 5 38 GM Oil Life SystemTM 5 19 WhySafety Belts Work 1 9 Windshield WasherFluidLevelCheck 6 9 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 59 Fuses 5 91 Windshield Wipers 3 8 Winter Driving 4 26 Wiper Blade Check 6 10 Wiper Activated Headlamps 3 15 Wood Panels 5 84 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 ...

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